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MichaelT83

DC-RF MEMS-based multiplexer

Submitted by Member on ‎10-11-2018 03:29 PM 1 Comment (1 New)
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Hello,

 

It would be great if NI could release a multiplexer (at least 1:8 ideally) based on MEMS switches, which allow for signals from real DC to ~ 10GHz (I'm thinking Analog Devices ADGM1304) and have ~ 1e9 endurance, about 100 times better than standard relays.

 

This would fill the gap in the product offering.

 

Best regards,

Michael

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‎11-05-2018 05:25 PM
‎11-05-2018 05:25 PM

Hi Michael,

 

Thank you for the feedback - we will take this into account as we look at possible investments. From a MEMS switch module, would the frequency range or expected lifespan be more valuable to you? There could be a tradeoff here between frequency range and cost, when comparing MEMS relays vs. solid-state relays which both optimize for relay life over EMR or reed.


Regards,

Quentin Smith

Switches Product Manager

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