Multi Port, Multi Path Solid-State Full Cross-bar Switch Matrices.
16KHz to 10GHz / 30GHz / 40GHz options.
Bench Top and Rack Mountable.

EECL has extensive experience in the design and manufacture of high performance microwave switch matrices, with capability up to 44 GHz. Our solutions are engineered to deliver low loss, high isolation, and excellent repeatability, ensuring reliable performance in demanding environments. We provide fully bespoke designs tailored to project requirements, from compact configurations to large, highly complex routing systems. With inhouse RF simulation, precision mechanical engineering, and advanced test facilities, we control the entire development process to guarantee quality, scalability, and long-term dependability of every switch matrix we deliver.

To achieve best-in-class performance, our switch matrices incorporate several proprietary techniques and in-house capabilities that set us apart. We utilise custom microwave absorber integration and precision shielding gasket dispensing to minimise interference and achieve exceptionally compact designs without compromising performance. Each network is characterised using Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR), enabling us to guarantee consistency and repeatability in both phase and magnitude across every path. Thermal stability is ensured through integrated ovenbased temperature control, while our ultra-fast, fully reconfigurable firmware and control systems provide unmatched flexibility and responsiveness. These innovations allow us to deliver switch matrices that combine superior RF performance, reliability, and scalability in ways no other provider can match.

Our switch matrices are designed with maximum flexibility in mind, available as either compact benchtop units or fully integrated rack-mounted systems. They can be configured with virtually any number of ports and customised to match the exact routing requirements of each application. Control is provided via Ethernet or USB interfaces, with intuitive LED indicators that clearly display active paths and ports in real time. For highspeed test environments, intelligent sequencing can be programmed through TTL trigger lines, enabling automated path selection and significantly accelerating measurement workflows. This combination of adaptability, ease of use, and intelligent control ensures our solutions seamlessly into any customer’s setup while delivering exceptional performance.

Introducing the Switch Matrix

The XSM-019-2816-10G/30G-100 is a high-speed, USB and ethernet controlled RF cross-bar switch matrix, specifically designed for versatile and dynamic routing of RF signals. With a full cross-bar architecture, the XSM-019-2816-10G/30G-100 can switch any of its 8 common ports to any of the 16 I/O ports, offering unparalleled flexibility in routing and signal distribution. This solid-state matrix enables bi-directional RF paths over a broad frequency range of 16 kHz to 10 GHz (or up to 30 GHz), maintaining minimal insertion and return loss. Each port is internally DC-blocked and capable of handling up to 16V, making it durable and resilient for demanding RF environments.

In contrast to mechanical switching solutions, the XSM-019-2816-10G/30G-100 solid-state design ensures each port is permanently matched to 50 ohms, including unselected ports, providing exceptional impedance matching ideal for vector network analyser (VNA) extension applications. The module also integrates a precision-controlled internal oven, which can sustain stability over time, limiting signal drift to less than 0.02 dB, with near-zero drift and exceptional repeatability.

EECL RF Switch Matrix

Equipped with SMA on the 10GHz version and 2.92mm connectors for the 30GHz version (other connector types available on request), the XSM-019-2816-10G/30G-100 is suitable for automated test environments, with the added flexibility of USB and Ethernet control interfaces. For time-sensitive applications, the XSM-019-2816-10G/30G-100 supports the loading of predefined switching sequences, which can be triggered by logic signals, achieving rapid switching with microsecond-level timing. The module is also capable of standalone operation, powered directly through USB.

SpecificationXSM-019-2816-10G-100XSM-019-2816-30G-100
Operating Frequency16kHz to 10GHz16kHz to 30GHz
Configuration8X16 Full Crossbar
(Only 2 switch paths)
8X16 Full Crossbar
(Only 2 switch paths)
Isolation (dB)
(Between I/O Ports)
16kHz to 2GHz: 105
2GHz to 6.5GHz: 95
6.5GHz to 10GHz: 87
16kHz to 2GHz: 120
2GHz to 10GHz: 110
10GHz to 20GHz: 95
20GHz to 30GHz: 83
Isolation (dB)
(Between Common Ports)
16kHz to 2GHz: 75
2GHz to 6.5GHz: 65
6.5GHz to 10GHz: 55
16kHz to 2GHz: 75
2GHz to 10GHz: 55
10GHz to 20GHz: 55
20GHz to 30GHz: 50
Insertion Loss (dB)16kHz to 1GHz: 4.3
1GHz to 3GHz: 5.6
3GHz to 6.5GHz: 7.2
6.5GHz to 10GHz: 10.2
16kHz to 1GHz: 5.0
1GHz to 3GHz: 6.4
3GHz to 6.5GHz: 8.0
6.5GHz to 10GHz: 10.0
10GHz to 18GHz: 14.0
18GHz to 24GHz: 16.5
24GHz to 30GHz: 20.0
Return Loss (dB)16kHz to 1GHz: 17
1GHz to 3GHz: 13
3GHz to 6.5GHz: 10
6.5GHz to 10GHz: 10
16kHz to 1GHz: 15.0
1GHz to 3GHz: 12.0
3GHz to 6.5GHz: 12.0
6.5GHz to 10GHz: 10.5
10GHz to 18GHz: 12.0
18GHz to 24GHz: 11.0
24GHz to 30GHz: 10.0
SpecificationXSM-019-2816-10G/30G-100
Power Handling:+20dBm, 16VDC MAX
Typical Switch Speed:
(10% trigger to 90% output)
10µs
Port Type:50Ω, SMA (f) on 10GHz, 2.92mm (f)  on 30GHz.
Trigger:TTL 3V3
Control Interface(s):USB 2.0 (USB C), Ethernet
Operating Environment:-20°C to 80°C , 30% to 60% RH
Weight:4kg
S21 & S11 measurement of XSM-019-2816-10G-100
  • Test automation
  • Test equipment extender
  • Antenna characterization
  • 5G & phased arrays
  • Cross-correlation
  • 8 common ports, 2 switch paths
  • 16 I/O ports
  • Low loss from 16KHz to 10/30 GHz
  • Unselected ports terminated
  • High power handling
  • High linearity
  • High isolation
  • Ultra low (near zero) drift
  • Oven controlled for repeatable performance
  • Fast switching

A simplified system diagram is shown, in order to demonstrate how the signal routing can be configured. All ports maintain a matched impedance state regardless of which path is activated.

Software

Our software suite seamlessly integrates with the module, providing a powerful and user-friendly interface for configuring and controlling the system.

Compatible with C, LabView, and MATLAB, the software allows for effortless automation of complex tasks and real-time data acquisition. Users can set up measurement configurations through an intuitive dashboard. Advanced features include automated script execution and customizable trigger conditions for precise timing.

The software also supports remote access via Ethernet
 or USB, enabling control from any networked location,
making it ideal for both lab-based setups and large-scale
distributed testing environments.

  • Programable and versatile
  • Easy to use
  • Compatible with LabVIEW, Matlab, C and all other environments
  • USB or Ethernet interface
  • External and Internal trigger with programable switch sequences
Common (Port A/Port B) Port Spacing: 15mm
I/O Ports (1 to 16) Port Spacing: 21mm
Trig In/Out BNC Spacing: 16mm

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