RFMW, Ltd. announces design and sales support for new switch + LNA modules from pSemi. Four modules are available for 4G, 4.5G macro/micro cells and 5G massive MIMO systems. Two single-channel modules (PE53111 and PE53110) and two dual-channel modules (PE53211 and PE53210) are available covering 2.3 to 2.7GHz and 3.3 to 3.8GHz. Capable of handling 5 Watts average power, gain is greater than 30dB. Current draw is only 90mA per channel at 5V offering 25% lower power consumption than similar modules. In addition, the 5x5mm modules contain internal matching networks and on-chip regulators/controllers thereby reducing PCB footprint requirements by 60%…
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RFMW, Ltd. announces design and sales support for MECA Electronics 2-way, broadband, resistive, power dividers covering DC-18GHz (802-3-9.000) and DC-26.5GHz (802-3-13.250) via high performance 2.9mm connectors. Capable of handling up to 1 Watt of average power, amplitude balance of the 802-3-9.000 is 0.5dB maximum and 1.0dB max for the 802-3-13.250. Maximum VSWR is 1.30:1 and 1.40:1 respectively. Ideal for test and measurement applications, both power dividers are available through RFMW, Ltd.
RFMW, Ltd. announces design and sales support for a high performance T/R FEM designed for improved range in Internet of Things (IoT) applications. The Skyworks Solutions SKY66119-11 delivers 30.5dBm output power at 400-500MHz effectively quadrupling communication range compared to standalone system-on-chip (SoC) solutions. The receive chain features a low-noise amplifier with a 1.3dB noise figure and the integrated switch provides fast timing and multi-protocol arbitration (on/off <4 usec in receive mode and <2 usec in transmit mode). A high-efficiency PA promotes longer battery life allowing the SKY66119-11 to support applications such as remote sensors, beacons, smart meters, wireless cameras and…
RFMW, Ltd. announces design and sales support for a 60MHz bandwidth, band 25 BAW filter. The Qorvo QPQ1295 offers exceptional rejection at 1922.5MHz and boasts an average input power capability of 27dBm. Supporting small cell radios and booster designs at Band 25 downlink frequencies of 1935 to 1995MHz, the QPQ1295 insertion loss is typically 1.9dB (3.0dB maximum). When coupled with the QPQ1296 filter, superior between band isolation and rejection performance is guaranteed. Offered in a 3x3mm package.
RFMW, Ltd. announces design and sales support for a Silicon on Insulator (SOI) single-pole, four throw (SP4T) switch designed for use in CATV, satellite set top, and other high-performance communications systems. Qorvo’s QPC6742 operates in 75 ohm environments from 5 to 2000MHz and offers 34dB of mid-band isolation. Low insertion loss of 0.35dB and IIP3 of 82dBm highlight exceptional performance for CATV and FTTH system developers. The QPC6742 is offered in a 1.8×1.8mm, low-cost, QFN package.
RFMW, Ltd. announces design and sales support for a versatile, cost-effective GaN transistor from NXP. NXP’s MMRF5017HS operates from 30 to 2200MHz and offers 125W CW in narrow band applications and 90W CW in broadband applications. For pulsed applications (100uSec, 20% duty cycle), the transistor provides up to 200W output. With up to 18dB of gain, the MMRF5017HS is suitable for applications such as Radar, jammers, EMC testing, emergency service radio and cellular infrastructure. GaN on SiC technology offers high power densities. Coupled with 50V operation, system efficiency is increased and overall operating costs reduced. Offered in a flange package,…
8/6/2018 – San Jose, California: RFMW Ltd. announces a distribution agreement with SiTime, the market leader in MEMS timing. Under the agreement, RFMW is franchised for worldwide marketing and sales of SiTime’s portfolio of MEMS based timing solutions. RFMW Ltd. is a specialized distributor providing customers and suppliers with focused distribution of RF and microwave components as well as specialized component-engineering support. “SiTime is transforming the timing industry with high-precision timing products delivering the best stability and highest reliability in RF/wireless communications systems, while operating in the most challenging environments,” said Mark Lunsford, EVP of Sales at SiTime. “With RF…
RFMW, Ltd. announces design and sales support for a Southwest Antennas’ omnidirectional antennas. Designed to support DOD / Government L-band radios operating from 1.35 to 1.39GHz, the 1087-071 collinear antenna offers 6dBi of peak gain. This 19.75 inch antenna has a flange mount base with lock-wired screws and an integrated sealed spring making it safe for vibrating platforms such as vehicles and reducing the risk of damage to the mated RF connector. The weatherproof seal provides protection in harsh operating conditions. Capable of handling up to 50W of input power, the 1087-071 standard connector is Type-N female.
Fort Worth, TX, July 31, 2018 – TTI, Inc., an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, today announced that it has entered into a letter of intent to acquire RFMW Ltd., a privately held, specialty distributor headquartered in Silicon Valley, California. Upon completion of the acquisition, RFMW will continue to operate under the RFMW brand name, reporting through the TTI Semiconductor Group (TSG). Joel Levine will continue to serve as President of RFMW, and will report to TSG President, Michael Knight. Consummation of the transaction is subject to entering into a definitive agreement regarding the transaction and to the…
RFMW, Ltd. announces design and sales support for a pair of 75 ohm Amplifiers. Qorvo’s QPB7420 and QPB7425 ICs are designed to support Fiber to The Home (FTTH) applications from 47 to 1218MHz. Both devices offer noise figure of 1.1dB. The QPB7420 is a 5V device with 20dB of flat gain. The QPB7425 operates on 8V with 25dB of gain. Both devices are packaged as SOT-89 for convenient layout and design in set top and 75Ω CATV and satellite infrastructure projects.