Dual 2x2 crossbar switch — signal routing without the board clutter
The Nexperia CBTL04GP043EX118 is a dual 2x2 crossbar switch, a passive-signal routing IC that lets you connect any of two inputs to any of two outputs per channel, independently. It replaces discrete multiplexer and buffer logic in board-level signal steering for digital interfaces like I²C, SPI, UART, and general-purpose GPIO muxing.
This suits hand-assembly, prototype runs, and low-volume production where pick-and-place setup cost isn't justified. For high-volume reflow, verify whether a tape-and-reel variant exists for your line — Bulk parts may need manual loading into feeder pockets.
