The Keysight (Agilent HP) 8766K is a high-performance electromechanical single-pole three-throw (SP3T) coaxial microwave switch operating from DC to 26.5 GHz. Known for its high isolation and low insertion loss, it is designed for precision signal routing in automated test systems and microwave measurement setups.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | Solder terminals or ribbon cable (configuration dependent) |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 5 VDC / 15 VDC / 24 VDC (option dependent) |
| Operating Temperature | -25 to +75 |
RF Performance Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | DC to 26.5 GHz |
| Impedance (Nominal) | 50 Ω |
| Switch Configuration | SP3T (Single-Pole Three-Throw) |
| Insertion Loss (DC to 4 GHz) | < 0.2 dB |
| Insertion Loss (4 to 12.4 GHz) | < 0.5 dB |
| Insertion Loss (12.4 to 18 GHz) | < 0.7 dB |
| Insertion Loss (18 to 26.5 GHz) | < 1.0 dB |
| Isolation (DC to 4 GHz) | > 90 dB |
| Isolation (4 to 12.4 GHz) | > 80 dB |
| Isolation (12.4 to 18 GHz) | > 75 dB |
| Isolation (18 to 26.5 GHz) | > 70 dB |
| Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) (DC to 4 GHz) | < 1.15 |
| Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) (4 to 12.4 GHz) | < 1.25 |
| Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) (12.4 to 18 GHz) | < 1.4 |
| Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) (18 to 26.5 GHz) | < 1.8 |
Actuator and Control Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Actuator Type | Magnetic Latching |
| Switching Time (Max) | 15 ms |
| Minimum Trigger Pulse Width (Latching) | 15 ms |
Mechanical and Physical Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Connector Type | 3.5 mm female (SMA compatible) |
| Expected Mechanical Life (Cycles) | 5,000,000 cycles per port |
Environmental Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature Range | -25 °C to +75 °C |
| Storage Temperature Range | -55 °C to +85 °C |
Ordering Options and Configurations
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Coil Operating Voltage Options | 5 VDC (Opt 011) / 15 VDC (Opt 015) / 24 VDC (Opt 024) |
| Control Logic Options | Direct Drive / TTL Drive (option dependent) |
RF Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Power Rating (Average) | 1 W |
| RF Power Rating (Peak) | 100 W (for pulse width ≤ 10 µs) |
| RF Port Termination | Unterminated |
| Port Configuration Options | SP3T only |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Insertion Loss Repeatability | 0.03 dB (typical after 1,000,000 cycles) |
Power & Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Solenoid Current | 120 mA (nominal @ 24 VDC) |
| Solenoid Coil Resistance | 200 Ω (nominal @ 24 VDC option) |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Shock | 50 g (11 ms, half-sine) |
| Non-Operating Shock | 500 g (1.8 ms, half-sine) |
| Operating Vibration | 10 g (55 Hz to 2000 Hz) |
Control & Interface
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Control DC Connector Type | 10-pin solder terminals (standard) |
Technology
Electromechanical Coaxial Switch
Applications
RF and Microwave Signal Routing