Qorvo QPC2180EVB01 Evaluation Board
Qorvo QPC2180EVB01 Evaluation Board is a dedicated platform for evaluating the performance of the QPC2180, a broadband silicon-on-insulator (SOI) single‑pole, eight‑throw (SP8T) reflective RF switch designed for operation from 0.1GHz to 8GHz. The board comes fully assembled with the QPC2180 device mounted and all RF and control interfaces routed for easy bench‑top access, enabling rapid characterization and integration into development workflows.
Engineered to support accurate RF measurements, the evaluation board incorporates 50Ω matched RF ports, mirroring the switch’s internal matching and DC‑coupled architecture. This layout allows designers to assess key performance attributes (including low insertion loss, high port‑to‑port isolation, and excellent linearity) under real‑world test conditions. In alignment with the device’s specifications, the board enables users to verify features such as <0.6dB typical insertion loss at 4GHz, >30dB isolation, and 72dBm OIP3 linearity, all of which contribute to the switch’s suitability for demanding RF systems.
The Qorvo QPC2180EVB01 also exposes all CMOS‑compatible digital control pins (VC0, VC1, VC2), allowing straightforward evaluation of the device’s +1.8V logic switching scheme. The layout follows Qorvo’s recommended grounding and RF routing practices, ensuring stable operation and minimal parasitic effects across the full operating band. These features make the evaluation board highly effective for validating switching behavior, including the device’s 400ns switching speed, within complex RF signal paths.
Designed for ease of use, the board serves as a practical tool for engineers developing applications in radar, communications, electronic warfare, test instrumentation, or any project requiring a compact, low‑loss, multi‑throw RF switching solution. By providing a ready‑to‑test platform, the Qorvo QPC2180EVB01 streamlines the evaluation process and helps accelerate system‑level integration.
Features
- Designed for evaluating the QPC2180 SP8T reflective RF switch, enabling full characterization of device performance
- Supports the switch’s 0.1GHz to 8GHz operating frequency range for broadband testing
- Pre-mounted QPC2180 switch installed on the board for immediate plug‑and‑play evaluation
- Provides 50Ω matched RF ports to accurately measure insertion loss, isolation, and linearity
- Exposed CMOS‑compatible control voltage pins (VC0, VC1, VC2) for digital switching control using +1.8V logic
- On‑board layout follows recommended grounding and RF routing practices for reliable wideband measurements
Applications
- Commercial and military radar
- Communications
- Electronic warfare
- Test instrumentation
- General purpose
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