| Image | Part Number | Description / PDF | Quantity | Rfq |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 |
Roving Networks / Microchip Technology |
16-CH 200V NO HV BIAS SWITCH SPS |
968 |
|
 |
Analog Devices, Inc. |
MAX4550 SERIALLY CONTROLLED, DUA |
875 |
|
 |
ROHM Semiconductor |
IC VIDEO SIGNAL SWITCHERS 24SOP |
1276 |
|
 |
Analog Devices, Inc. |
MAX4554 FORCE-SENSE SWITCH |
0 |
|
 |
Analog Devices, Inc. |
VIDEO MULTIPLEXER, 3 FUNC, 2 CHA |
7500 |
|
 |
Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor |
IC SWITCH DUAL SPDT 10MICROPAK |
596 |
|
 |
NXP Semiconductors |
IC VGA SWITCH 32HWQFN |
4672 |
|
 |
Zetex Semiconductors (Diodes Inc.) |
IC USB2 SWITCH 3V UQFN2015-10 |
250499000 |
|
 |
Zetex Semiconductors (Diodes Inc.) |
PCIE SWITCH W-QFN3060-40 |
3370 |
|
 |
Intersil (Renesas Electronics America) |
IC MULTIPLEXER DUAL 2:1 10TQFN |
0 |
|
 |
Zetex Semiconductors (Diodes Inc.) |
IC MUX/DEMUX 2X1 28TQFN |
3500 |
|
 |
Intersil (Renesas Electronics America) |
IC SWITCH DUAL SPDT HS 10-TDFN |
0 |
|
 |
Analog Devices, Inc. |
IC CROSSPOINT SWIT 16X8 100LQFP |
1 |
|
 |
Dialog Semiconductor |
BCID. WITH USB DATA SWITCH, CEN |
2790 |
|
 |
Maxim Integrated |
IC DISPLAY PORT MUX 2CH 28-TQFN |
2145 |
|
 |
Texas Instruments |
ANALOG INTERFACE |
7500 |
|
 |
DIFFERENTIAL MUX, 2 CHANNEL |
31000 |
|
|
 |
Maxim Integrated |
IC ANLG PASSIVE SW USB 42TQFN |
37500 |
|
 |
Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor |
IC AUDIO SWITCH DPDT 12UMLP |
1664 |
|
 |
STMicroelectronics |
IC MUX/DEMUX 2X2 56QFN |
0 |
|
Special Purpose Analog Switches are semiconductor devices designed to route analog signals in specialized applications where standard switches cannot meet specific performance requirements. These ICs use MOSFET-based structures to control signal paths with optimized parameters for voltage range, frequency response, and signal integrity. Their importance in modern electronics stems from enabling precise signal management in critical systems like medical imaging, industrial automation, and high-frequency communication equipment.
| Type | Functional Features | Application Examples |
|---|---|---|
| High-Voltage Switches | Operate at >20V, enhanced isolation | Power supply switching in test equipment |
| High-Frequency Switches | GHz-range operation, low capacitance | RF signal routing in 5G infrastructure |
| Precision Switches | Ultra-low leakage (pA range), minimal distortion | Medical diagnostic equipment sensors |
| High-Current Switches | Handles >1A continuous current | Industrial motor control systems |
Typical architecture includes:
Specialized variants incorporate materials like gallium nitride (GaN) for high-power applications and silicon-on-insulator (SOI) for RF performance optimization.
| Parameter | Description | Importance |
|---|---|---|
| RON (On-Resistance) | Resistance in conducting state | Affects signal attenuation and power loss |
| IOFF (Off-Leakage) | Current in non-conducting state | Determines signal isolation quality |
| Bandwidth | Frequency range of effective operation | Limits maximum usable signal rate |
| Voltage Range | Operating voltage limits | Defines system compatibility |
| Switching Speed | Transition time between states | Impacts real-time control capabilities |
| Manufacturer | Product Family | Key Specifications |
|---|---|---|
| TI (Texas Instruments) | TS5A23157 | 5V, 1 RON, 40MHz bandwidth |
| Analog Devices | ADG5412 | 44V, 150 RON, -40 C to +125 C |
| NXP Semiconductors | PCA9546A | I2C-controlled, 4-channel, 5.5V |
| Maxim Integrated | MAX4735 | High-current, 1A rating |
Key considerations include:
Current development directions include:
Market growth is driven by 5G infrastructure (25% CAGR in RF switches) and EV battery management systems requiring high-voltage switching.