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Variable Gain Amplifier: RFVA0016

RFVA0016_SPRFMD’s new RFVA0016 is an integrated, analog-controlled, variable gain amplifier (VGA) for broadband applications with external matching, allowing operation in all bands from 400 to 2700 MHz with a single module. It features exceptional linearity, OIP3 > 40 dBm, and provides a >30 dB gain control range.


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Power Amplifier: RFPA1012

RFPA1012_SPRFMD’s new RFPA1012 GaAs HBT linear power amplifier is specifically designed for wireless infrastructure applications. Using a GaAs HBT fabrication process, this high performance single-stage amplifier achieves a high IP3/DC power ratio that operates over a broad frequency range.


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Wideband Power Amplifier: RFHA1006

RFHA1006_SPRFMD’s new RFHA1006 is a wideband power amplifier designed for CW and pulsed applications such as wireless infrastructure, RADAR, two-way radios and general purpose amplification. Using an advanced high power density Gallium Nitride (GaN) semiconductor process, these high-performance amplifiers achieve high efficiency, flat gain, and large instantaneous bandwidth in a single amplifier design.


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SP3T Symmetric Switch: RFSW6131

RFSW6131_SPRFMD’s new RFSW6131 is a GaAs pHEMT single-pole three-throw (SP3T) switch designed for use in cellular, 3G, LTE, and other high performance communications systems. It offers a symmetric topology with excellent linearity and power handling capability, while also 3 V and 5 V positive logic compatible.


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High Power Front End Module: RFFM7600

RFFM7600_SPRFMD’s new RFFM7600 FEM for 2.5 to 2.7 GHz LTE/WiMAX contains a power amplifier with Tx harmonic filtering and Tx/Rx switching. RFFM7600 is provided in a 6 mm x 6 mm laminate package, incorporating surface mounted devices for filtering and matching.


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Transmit/Receive Front End Modules: RF65x9 Series

RFMDrf6509The RF65x9 series of Transmit/Receive Modules integrate a complete solution in a single front-end module (FEM) for AMI/AMR and smart grid solutions. The FEMs integrate a PA, transmit (Tx) filtering, input and output switches, a Tx or receive (Rx) attenuation path, and an LNA with bypass mode.


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SP3T Switch

RFSW6131The RFSW6131 is a GaAs pHEMT Single-Pole Three-Throw (SP3T) switch designed for use in Cellular, 3 G, LTE, and other high performance communications systems. It offers a symmetric topology with excellent linearity and power handling capability. The RFSW6131 is 3 V and 5 V positive logic compatible.


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High Linearity, Low Noise I/Q Converters

RFRX1701RFMD adds four new high linearity, low noise I/Q converters for 17 to 27 GHz applications. The two upconverters incorporate an integrated frequency multiplier (x2), LO buffer amplifier, a balanced single sideband (image rejection) mixer followed by variable gain amplifier, and DC-decoupling capacitors. The two downconverters incorporate an image rejection mixer, LO buffer amplifier, and integrated LNA. Each device is packaged in a 5 x 5mm QFN to simplify both system-level board design and volume assembly.


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Multi-Path Switch Modules: RF1255, RF1291, RF1292

RF1255RFMD’s new Multi-Path Antenna Switch Modules offer very low insertion loss with excellent linearity performance. Each is ideal for multi-mode GSM, EDGE, UMTS, and LTE handset applications. These modules integrate low pass filtering on the GSM transmit paths, thus avoiding the need for external harmonic attenuation.


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RFMD adds four new high linearity, low noise I/Q converters

Four new MMIC Upconverter and Downconverter devices from RFMD offer high performance and low cost for high frequency applications. The RFUV1002 and RFUV1003 Upconverters incorporate an image rejection mixer, LO buffer amplifier, variable gain amplifier, and DC-decoupling capacitor. The RFRX1001 and RFRX1002 Downconverters incorporate an image rejection mixer, LO buffer amplifier, integrated LNA, and DC-decoupling capacitor. Each device is packaged in a 5 x 5 mm QFN to simplify both system-level board design and volume assembly.


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