Front-End Modules

Avago Technologies’ GPS Filter-LNA-Filter Front-End Module: ALM-2712 is an ultra low-noise GPS front-end module that combines a low-noise amplifier (LNA) with GPS FBAR filters. The LNA uses Avago Technologies’ proprietary GaAs Enhancement-mode pHEMT process to achieve high gain with very low noise figure and high linearity.

The SKY85303-21 is a complete 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g/n WLAN RF front-end module with a Bluetooth port. This module is designed to provide all the functionality of a fully matched power amplifier (PA), power detector, harmonic filter, low-noise amplifier (LNA), and singlepole, triple-throw (SP3T) switch in one device.

The SKY66111-11 is a highly integrated front-end module (FEM) from Skyworks operating in the 2.4 to 2.485 GHz frequency range. It features low power consumption of 10 mA at 10 dBm, Rx bypass and supply operation from 1.8 to 5 V, and comes in a 20-pin MCM 3.3 x 3.0 x 0.8 mm package.

The RF6575 3.3V, 2.4GHz Front End Module integrates a complete solution in a single Front End Module (FEM) for WiFi and ZigBee® applications in the 2.4GHz to 2.5GHz band. This FEM integrates the PA plus harmonic filter in the transmit path. The RF6575 has an integrated LNA. Also, the RF6575 provides a single balanced TDD access for RX and TX paths along with two ports on the output for connecting a diversity solution or a test port.

The SE2435L and the SKY65378-11 are Skyworks’ high-powered and low-powered RF front-end modules (FEMs) designed specifically for industrial, scientific, medical (ISM) band applications with operation in the 860-930 MHz frequency range. These devices feature fully matched 50 W TX and RX inputs and antenna outputs, and RF blocks that operate over a 2.0-4.8 V range for use in a wide range of battery powered applications.

The SKY85203-11 is a front-end module designed for 802.11b/g/n set-top boxes, mobile devices, gaming consoles, and tablets. It integrates an SP3T switch and an LNA with a bypass mode. The module comes in a QFN, 12-pin 2 x 2 x 0.45mm package and has a 14dB receive gain, a noise figure of 2.1dB, and a Transmit/Bluetooth® path loss of 0.7dB.

Avago Technologies AFEM-S102 Front-End Module (FEM) integrates an SP3T antenna switch, TX path Coupler and FBAR Co-Existence Filter for applications with IEEE 802.11 b/g/n WiFi and Bluetooth modulation.

The RF5755 provides a complete integrated solution in a single Front End Module (FEM) for WLAN 802.11b/g/n and Bluetooth® systems. The ultra small form factor and integrated matching greatly reduces the number of external components and layout area in the customer application. This simplifies the total Front End solution by reducing the bill of materials, system footprint, and manufacturability cost. The RF5755 integrates a 2.4GHz Power Amplifier (PA), Low Noise Amplifier (LNA), power detector coupler for improved accuracy, and some filtering for harmonic rejection. The RF5755 is capable of receiving WLAN and Bluetooth® simultaneously. The device is provided in a 3mmx3mmx0.5mm, 16-pin package. This module meets or exceeds the RF Front End needs of IEEE 802.11b/g/n WLAN RF systems.