VTI Instruments - EX1200 Series RF/Microwave Switching Modules
RF/Coax switching modules up to 26 GHz for high frequency and communication switching needs
EX1200-6101, EX1200-6102, EX1200-6111, EX1200-6216, EX1200-6301, and EX1200-6301T:
- High-density RF switches and matrices
- 50 W switching power – highest in class
- > 3 GHz bandwidth (6301)
- Stub breaking relays eliminate unterminated stub effect for best switching performance
The EX1200-6101 (10 channels) is a high-density RF SP4T switch modules with ten individual SP4T coaxial trees that are isolated from each other and system grounds to provide a high-fidelity switch path for switching signals in excess of 1.3 GHz. Excellent crosstalk and isolation is maintained by using very short low-loss coaxial runs from the connector directly to the relays. All modules are also configured to avoid any unterminated stub effects, improving overall signal integrity and allowing for high frequency matrix designs and large multiplexer configurations while preserving bandwidth and maintaining low VSWR. The front panel utilizes two high-density, 26-pin coaxial connectors designed for high reliability and low insertion loss. Six of the modules can be accommodated in a 1U EX1200 full rack mainframe to provide a very flexible RF switch network. For example, a single module can be configured through external cabling to provide dual 1 x 16 multiplexers into two channels of a scope, or as a single 4 x 4 RF matrix. The modules can also be combined with other EX1200 switch cards to configure a general purpose subsystem to switch DC to > 1.3 GHz.
The EX1200-6102 is a high-density SPDT RF switch module designed for high-fidelity RF switching applications up to 1.3 GHz. Excellent crosstalk and isolation is maintained by using RF relays with bandwidths in excess of 2.0 GHz along with short, low-loss coaxial runs from connector directly to relays. All modules are also configured to avoid any unterminated stub effects, improving overall signal integrity and allowing for high frequency matrix designs and larger multiplexer configurations while maintaining bandwidth and VSWR.
The EX1200-6111 is an RF SP4T switch modules with five individual SP4T coaxial trees that are isolated from each other and system grounds to provide a high-fidelity switch path for switching signals in excess of 1.3 GHz. Excellent crosstalk and isolation is maintained by using very short low-loss coaxial runs from the connector directly to the relays. All modules are also configured to avoid any unterminated stub effects, improving overall signal integrity and allowing for high frequency matrix designs and large multiplexer configurations while preserving bandwidth and maintaining low VSWR. The front panel utilizes two high-density, 26-pin coaxial connectors designed for high reliability and low insertion loss. Six of the modules can be accommodated in a 1U EX1200 full rack mainframe to provide a very flexible RF switch network. For example, a single module can be configured through external cabling to provide a 1 x 16 multiplexer. The modules can also be combined with other EX1200 switch cards to configure a general purpose subsystem to switch DC to > 1.3 GHz.
The EX1200-6216 is a high-density RF switch module configured as dual 1 x 16 coaxial trees that are isolated from each other and system ground to provide a high-fidelity switch path for switching signals in excess of 1 GHz in a 50 Ω environment. On-board jumpers can be added to connect all shields together or to system ground if desired. Excellent crosstalk and isolation is maintained by using very short low-loss coaxial runs from the connector directly to the relays. All modules are also configured to avoid any unterminated stub effects. This improves overall signal integrity and allows for high frequency matrix designs or large multiplexer configurations while preserving bandwidth and maintaining low VSWR. The front panel utilizes two high-density, 26-pin coaxial connectors designed for high reliability and low insertion loss. Six of the modules can be accommodated in a single EX1200 full rack mainframe to provide a very flexible RF switch network. The modules can also be combined with other EX1200 switch cards to configure a general purpose subsystem to switch DC to > 1 GHz.
The EX1200-6301 is designed with SMB male connectors for applications that require RF signal switching greater than 3 GHz in a 50 Ω environment. Excellent crosstalk and isolation performance is achieved by using short low-loss coaxial runs from the connector directly to the relays. All modules are designed to avoid any unterminated stub effects improving overall signal integrity and enabling the construction of larger high frequency multiplexer configurations while maintaining bandwidth and VSWR. Six of the modules can be accommodated in a single EX1200 full rack mainframe or combined with other switch modules to create a flexible switching configuration that can cover a wide range of applications.
The EX1200-6301T is designed with SMB male connectors for applications that require RF signal switching greater than 3 GHz in a 50 Ω environment. Excellent crosstalk and isolation performance is achieved by using short low-loss coaxial runs from the connector directly to the relays. All modules are designed to avoid any unterminated stub effects improving overall signal integrity and enabling the construction of larger high frequency multiplexer configurations while maintaining bandwidth and VSWR. Six of the modules can be accommodated in a single EX1200 full rack mainframe or combined with other switch modules to create a flexible switching configuration that can cover a wide range of applications.
EX1200-6216HV:
- High-density coax switch
- Switch signals up to 500 V and 250 MHz
- Star configuration allows any channel to be connected to any other channel
The EX1200-6216HV is an RF switch module designed in a star configuration. A star switch allows any channel to be connected to any other channel. This configuration approach also allows for the creation of simple matrices (i.e. 8 x 1 x 8). Additionally, for applications that require the switching of high voltage probes or transient power supply signals, the EX1200-6216HV provides the capability of switching up to 500 V and up to 250 MHz. This module can only be used in an EX1208 or EX1268A mainframe.
EX1200-7100:
- Switch signals DC to 26.5 GHz
- Microwave building blocks are pluggable from the front
- Building blocks range from dual SPDT relays to SP6T relays, transfer switches and relay drivers
- Competitively priced to suit OEM/system integration model
The EX1200-7100 is a high-density microwave switch module carrier designed to work with EX1200 mainframes. It complements the EX1200 platform with the configurable microwave switch modules that provide high switching density. Each carrier can accommodate three specially designed miniature microwave relays of up to 26 GHz. Each microwave switch is “pluggable” from the front allowing for easy configuration and maintenance. The EX1200-7100 functions as a relay driver for controlling external microwave relays that exceed available space in the EX1200 mainframe. Each EX1200-7100 allows for 8 control lines compatible with 24 V logic. The EX1200-7100 module occupies the equivalent slot space of two plug-in-modules and can be mixed and matched with other EX1200 plug-in modules to configure high-density customized switching solutions. Up to 54 switch points can be switched within a 1U rack space in the EX1206 mainframe, as an example, providing exceptional density without degrading signal integrity. Competitively priced, the EX1200-7100 series can reduce the cost of microwave switching by at least 20% from existing solutions and satisfy lower frequency cellular switching market needs.
EX1200-6101 |
10 Channel SP4T, 1.3 GHz Coaxial Switch, 50 Ω |
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EX1200-6102 |
17 Channel (1x2), 1.3 GHz Coaxial Switch, 50 Ω |
EX1200-6111 |
5 Channel SP4T, 1.3 GHz Coaxial Switch, 50 Ω |
EX1200-6216 |
Dual (1x16), 1 GHz RF Multiplexer, 50 Ω |
EX1200-6216HV |
Dual (1x16), 250 MHz, 500 V Multiplexer |
EX1200-6301 |
4-Channel SP4T, RF Multiplexer, 50 Ω, 3 GHz |
EX1200-6301T |
4-Channel SP4T, RF Multiplexer, 50 Ω, 3 GHz, Self-terminated |
EX1200-7100 |
DC-26 GHz Microwave Switch Carrier and Relay Driver |
More Product Information

- Eight ports of 8 I/O bits each
- High current capability for control of external relays, 300 mA sink
- Simulate and receive digital data at up to 2 MHz sample rates
- Selectable output voltages range from 3.3 V to 60 V
- Setup outputs and scan inputs as part of EX1200 measurement sequencing engine

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Ideal for a wide range of applications such as RF, mm-Wave and sub-THz characterization, FA, DWC, MEMS, optoelectronic tests and WL
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Re-configurable and upgradable as requirements grow
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Minimizes setup times with no loss in performance or accuracy
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Seamless integration of various measurement instruments
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Solid station frame
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Built-in vibration-isolation solution for superior vibration attenuation
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Rigid microscope bridge
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Compact and rigid mechanical design
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Highly accurate measurement results
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Incorporates best-known methods
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Ergonomic and straightforward design for comfortable and easy operation
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Low-profile design
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Simple microscope operation
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Quick and ergonomic change of DUT through pull-out stage
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Minimize training efforts
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Fast time to data
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Convenient operation

High density switch matrix models in 1 wire and 2 wire configurations

- 8 frequency counter channels, 16 isolated digital I/O channels, 2 isolated DAC channels in a single card
- Single frequency measurement range that works from 0.05 Hz to 1 MHz
- Very stable TCXO base clock, 50 MHz ±1 ppm
- 195 kΩ Input impedance with selectable coupling (AC/DC)
- Wide differential input voltage range (±48 V) with up to 250 V working common mode voltage
- Programmable threshold and hysteresis levels with 1 mV resolution
- Support for quadrature encoder
- Isolated DIO channels with up to 60 V compliance
- Isolated and independent 16-bit DAC channels, configurable for voltage or current output

The SMP6xxx product family is made up of the SMP6001, SMP6002, SMP6004, SMP6005, SMP6006, SMP6101, SMP6102, SMP6103, SMP6122, SMP6144, SMP6202, SMP6301 (pictured), SMP6301T, and SM6306.

The SMP4xxx product family is made up of the SMP4001, SMP4001-S, SMP4002, SMP4003, SMP4004, SMP4005, SMP4006, SMP4007, SMP4028, and SMP4044.

- Eight ports of 8 I/O bits each
- High current capability for control of external relays, 300 mA sink
- Simulate and receive digital data at up to 2 MHz sample rates
- Selectable output voltages range from 3.3 V to 60 V
- Setup outputs and scan inputs as part of EX1200 measurement sequencing engine

- Combine up to 6 SPDT and 6 multiport high-performance building blocks in a 2U footprint
- Extended life and self-terminating options provide maximum design flexibility
- Embedded web interface provides interactive utility to monitor and control relays from anywhere in the world
- Flexible API supports IVI and Linux development environments minimizing software investment
- LXI Trigger Event implementation provides seamless test synchronization with external devices

- Highest resolution – 12 bits all the time
- More capability – integrates multiple instruments into one
- Comprehensive probe support – supports over 30 probes in 9 categories
- MAUI with OneTouch user interface for intuitive and efficient operation

VTI Instruments
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