SiGe Power Amplifier suits 802.11b/g WLAN applications.

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RoHS-compliant MAAPSS0075 is 2.4 GHz, 3-stage linear power amplifier with integrated power detector and separate power mode pin. Supplied in 3 mm, 12-lead PQFN plastic package, product exhibits typ linear gain of 32 dB with operating voltage of 3.3 V. In 802.11g applications, unit achieves 19 dBm linear output power while drawing 160 mA of current and maintaining EVM of less than 3.5%. Unit generates up to 23 dBm linear output power using 250 mA current in 802.11b applications.



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M/A-COM Introduces New Low Cost Silicon Germanium (SiGe) 802.11b/g WLAN Power Amplifier



RoHS Compliant 2.4GHz Linear Power Amplifier Designed for Applications that Require High Gain and Efficiency

LOWELL, Mass, Jan. 17, 2006 - M/A-COM, a business unit of Tyco Electronics and a leading provider of wireless radio frequency (RF), microwave and millimeter wave components, today introduced the new MAAPSS0075 RoHS compliant 2.4 GHz linear power amplifier (PA) for 802.11b/g WLAN applications. The MAAPSS0075 amplifier is ideal for installations that require high gain, high efficiency, and small size at a cost-effective price level. .

"At M/A-COM we are committed to developing products that meet the unique demands of our customers around the world. This new amplifier provides high output power while minimizing power consumption for a flexible, cost effective solution," said Kevin Harrington, product manager of Integrated Circuits Products Group, M/A-COM, Inc.

The MAAPSS0075 is a three stage power amplifier designed specifically for linear 802.11b/g applications, which is available in a lead-free 3 mm 12-lead PQFN plastic package. The power amplifier features an integrated power detector for accurate power control and a separate power mode pin for current savings in a power shutdown mode state. The MAAPSS0075 achieves 19 dBm linear output power with EVM < 3.5%, which maximizes system performance while maintaining low DC power consumption.

For 802.11g applications, the PA generates 19 dBm of linear output power (OFDM, QAM-64, 54Mbps) while drawing 160 mA of current and maintaining an EVM of < 3.5%. For 802.11b applications, the PA generates up to 23 dBm of linear output power using only 250 mA of current. The MAAPSS0075 has a typical linear gain of 32 dB with an operating voltage of 3.3 V.

Price and Availability

The MAAPSS0075 is available from stock and is priced at $0.40 in quantities of 100,000. Contact M/A-COM's domestic and international sales channels for price and delivery quotes. Datasheets and supporting technical documents are available online at www.macom.com.

M/A-COM, Inc., a business unit of Tyco Electronics, is an established industry leader in the design, development and manufacture of radio frequency (RF), microwave and millimeter wave semiconductors, components and technologies for the wireless telecommunications, automotive, aerospace and military industries. Holding hundreds of patents in the field, M/A-COM is internationally known as an innovator and integrator whose technologies are found in some of today's most advanced signal intelligence and defense systems, as well as in leading automotive navigation, safety, and communications solutions. M/A-COM is also a major supplier of critical communications systems and equipment for public safety, utility, federal and select commercial markets. Headquartered in Lowell, MA, M/A-COM has offices and manufacturing facilities worldwide. Information about M/A-COM can be found on the Web at www.macom.com, a complete, updated listing of all of M/A-COM's RoHS compliant parts is available on the Web at www.macom.com/rohs.

Tyco Electronics, a business segment of Tyco International Ltd., is the world's largest passive electronic components manufacturer; a leader in cutting-edge wireless components, complete power systems, and premise wiring components and systems; and a provider of critical communications systems to the Land Mobile Radio industry. Tyco Electronics provides advanced technology products from over forty well-known and respected brands, including Agastat, Alcoswitch, AMP, AMP NETCONNECT, Buchanan, CII, CoEv, Critchley, Elcon, Elo TouchSystems, M/A-COM, Madison Cable, OEG, Potter & Brumfield, Raychem, Schrack and Simel. For more information, visit www.tycoelectronics.com.

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M/A-COM, Inc.
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