KCT 4X11P Military Wave Band Switch -
Precision Multi-Channel RF & Signal Routing for Critical Systems
YM's KCT 4X11P Aviation Wave Band Switch represents the pinnacle of precision in multi-channel signal routing for demanding aerospace, defense, and communication applications. Engineered specifically for drone communication systems, aircraft radio equipment, and other RF-intensive platforms, this 4-pole, 11-position switch enables complex frequency band selection and signal path management with uncompromising reliability. Built with technologies refined through our Aviation Encoding switch and Military Aviation Band Switch production, the KCT 4X11P ensures consistent performance in the most challenging RF environments.
As a sophisticated component within YM's comprehensive aviation portfolio, this wave band switch complements our range of Military Aviation Connectors and Aviation Rocker Switches, providing system integrators with a complete solution for advanced signal management requirements.
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Technical Specifications
Electrical & Signal Performance
- Configuration: 4 poles x 11 positions for complex multi-channel signal routing.
- Coil Power Consumption: Efficient operation between 0.3W and 0.43W per coil section.
- Contact Load Ratings:
- Standard Switching: 1A at 28V DC resistive load, suitable for control and low-power RF circuits.
- Low-Level Signal Integrity: Capable of handling (10-50)μA at (10-50)mV signals with precision, essential for sensitive RF and communication applications.
- Contact Resistance: Exceptional signal integrity with initial contact resistance ≤50mΩ per pole. Maintains ≤200mΩ after full lifecycle testing, ensuring minimal signal loss.
- Switching Characteristics: Fast, precise positioning with action time ≤4ms and release time ≤4ms between positions.
- Dielectric Strength:
- Standard Conditions: 500V RMS at 50Hz withstand voltage between poles and positions.
- Low-Pressure Conditions: 250V RMS at 50Hz, ensuring high-altitude operation safety.
- Insulation & Isolation: Superior pole-to-pole and position-to-position isolation with >500MΩ initially and >50MΩ after rigorous testing.
Mechanical & Environmental Specifications
- Positioning Precision: Positive detent mechanism ensures accurate and repeatable 11-position selection.
- Weight: Lightweight design under 3 grams, critical for airborne and portable communication systems.
- Hermetic Sealing: Advanced environmental sealing with maximum leakage rate ≤10⁻³ Pa·cm³/s. This Aviation Oil Sealed Valve-grade protection ensures reliability in contaminated RF environments.
- Control Interface: Compatible with standard control signals, operating with incentive pulse widths from 10ms to 50ms.
- Operational Temperature: Performance specifications characterized at 25°C with validated operation across temperature ranges.
Features & Technical Advantages
- Complex Signal Routing Capability: 4-pole, 11-position configuration enables sophisticated frequency band selection and signal path management in compact communication systems.
- Military-Grade RF Performance: Designed with low inter-pole capacitance and optimized contact geometry for minimal signal degradation at RF frequencies, based on our Aviation Band Switch expertise.
- Precision Positioning Mechanism: Engineered detent system provides positive, repeatable position selection with tactile feedback, ensuring reliable operation in high-vibration environments.
- Superior Signal Integrity: Gold-plated contacts and optimized switching geometry maintain excellent signal characteristics across all positions and poles.
- Environmental Sealing: Utilizes proprietary sealing technology from our Metal Sealing Relay production, protecting internal components from moisture, dust, and contaminants.
- High Reliability Contacts: Contact system engineered for extended life in switching applications, with materials and design proven in our Military Electronic Horn component manufacturing.
- Compact, Dense Packaging: Multiple poles and positions packaged in minimal space, ideal for space-constrained avionics and communication equipment.
- EMI/RFI Considerations: Design incorporates shielding and layout features to minimize electromagnetic interference in sensitive RF systems.
Installation & System Integration Guidelines
- System Requirements Analysis: Verify the 4-pole, 11-position configuration matches your signal routing needs for frequency band selection, antenna switching, or multi-channel signal management.
- RF Performance Planning: Consider impedance matching, signal loss budget, and EMI requirements in your system design, especially for high-frequency applications.
- Mechanical Mounting: Securely mount the switch using appropriate hardware. Ensure mounting does not distort the switch housing or affect the precision of the positioning mechanism.
- Precision Signal Connection: Use appropriate RF connectors or controlled-impedance PCB layouts for signal connections. Ensure proper grounding and shielding for optimal RF performance.
- Control System Interface: Connect control signals according to specifications, ensuring proper pulse widths (10-50ms) and voltage levels for reliable position selection.
- Pre-Operational Verification: Test all positions for proper switching, measure contact resistance across all poles and positions, and verify signal integrity through the switch.
- System-Level RF Testing: Integrate into the final system and perform comprehensive RF testing including insertion loss, isolation, VSWR, and switching speed measurements.
Application Scenarios & Business Value
Primary Application Areas
- Military & Commercial Drone Communication Systems: Frequency band selection for multi-band radios, antenna switching for diversity systems, and signal path management in UAV communication payloads.
- Aircraft Avionics & Communication: Radio tuning systems, navigation equipment frequency selection, and emergency communication system switching in both fixed-wing and rotary aircraft.
- Ground-Based Communication Equipment: Portable and fixed communication systems requiring multi-band operation and complex signal routing capabilities.
- Electronic Warfare Systems: Signal routing in frequency-agile systems, jamming equipment band selection, and surveillance receiver switching applications.
- Test & Measurement Equipment: Signal routing in RF test equipment, multi-channel switching in communication test systems, and laboratory instrumentation.
Value for System Integrators & Procurement
- Reduces System Complexity: 4-pole, 11-position capability replaces multiple single-pole switches, simplifying designs and reducing component count in complex RF systems.
- Improves Signal Integrity: Optimized RF performance maintains signal quality through multiple switching paths, enhancing overall system performance.
- Enhances System Reliability: Military-grade construction and precision switching mechanism ensure reliable operation in demanding environmental conditions.
- Lowers Total Cost: Reduced component count and simplified assembly lower manufacturing costs, while high reliability reduces maintenance and lifecycle costs.
- Accelerates Development Cycles: Proven performance in similar applications reduces testing and validation time for new system designs.
- Simplifies Supply Chain: Sourcing from YM, with expertise in Military Aviation Encoding switch and Aviation Rocker Switch manufacturing, ensures consistent quality and technical support.
Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Assurance
The KCT 4X11P is manufactured through a precision-oriented process designed specifically for complex multi-position switching components.
- Precision Contact Fabrication: Multi-position contact assemblies are manufactured with micron-level precision using specialized stamping and forming equipment.
- Complex Assembly Integration: 4-pole, 11-position mechanism assembled in clean-room conditions with precise alignment of all contact sets and positioning components.
- Environmental Sealing Application: Hermetic sealing applied using technology refined through Aviation Oil Sealed Valve production, ensuring environmental protection.
- Comprehensive Electrical Testing: Every unit undergoes automated testing of all 44 contact positions (4 poles x 11 positions) for contact resistance, insulation resistance, and switching functionality.
- Precision Positioning Validation: Mechanical testing verifies detent force, positioning accuracy, and rotational smoothness across all 11 positions.
- Extended Lifecycle Testing: Statistical samples undergo accelerated switching cycle testing to validate contact durability and positioning mechanism reliability.
- Final Quality Certification: Each switch receives final inspection and testing before packaging with appropriate ESD protection and environmental sealing.
Compliance & Customization Capabilities
Standards & Regulatory Compliance
The KCT 4X11P is designed and manufactured to meet performance requirements relevant to military communication equipment, aerospace avionics, and RF component standards. Our quality management system ensures full traceability and process control throughout manufacturing.
Customization Services
YM offers extensive customization options for the KCT series, leveraging our experience with custom PCB Signal Relay and specialized switching solutions:
- Configuration Variations: Custom pole and position counts (e.g., 2x8, 3x12, etc.) for specific signal routing requirements.
- Contact Material Options: Specialized contact plating (gold, silver, etc.) for specific RF or environmental requirements.
- Terminal Configuration: Custom terminal types, arrangements, or connector interfaces for specific mounting requirements.
- Positioning Mechanism: Variations in detent force, positioning accuracy, or rotational characteristics for specific human-machine interface needs.
- Environmental Sealing: Enhanced sealing options for extreme environmental conditions or specific contaminant protection.
- Application-Specific Testing: Capability to perform custom RF performance testing, environmental testing, or lifecycle validation as required by specific applications.
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