Skyworks Introduces Industry’s First Multi-band, Multi-mode FDD/TDD Power Amplifier for 4G LTE Applications
December 16 2008 - 8:00AM
Business Wire
Skyworks Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:SWKS), an innovator of high
performance analog and mixed signal semiconductors enabling mobile
connectivity, today introduced the industry�s first multi-mode and
multi-band frequency division duplex (FDD)/time division duplex
(TDD) power amplifier module (PAM) for fourth generation (4G) long
term evolution (LTE) applications. Skyworks� PAM is also the first
product available specifically targeting LTE-TDD bands 38 and 40.
LTE TDD is expected to become the dominant 4G standard mobile
operators utilize in China and other parts of the world. According
to Strategy Analytics, the global LTE handset market is expected to
reach 150 million units by 2013. �Skyworks� new multi-mode,
multi-band LTE power amplifier enables enhanced talk, viewing and
broadcast times, while complying with the stringent linearity
requirements across wide frequency ranges,� said Dr. Gene A.
Tkachenko, senior director of engineering responsible for LTE
development at Skyworks. �With this latest product offering, we
continue to demonstrate our leadership position in 4G and our
commitment to providing innovative, cost-effective wireless
solutions to our customers.� About the SKY77441 The SKY77441 is a
fully matched 16-pin surface mount module developed for LTE FDD
(Band 7) and TDD (Bands 38 and 40) applications and covering the
2.3 to 2.7 gigahertz (GHz) range. It delivers over 26 decibels
(dBm) of linear power output with full LTE resource block
allocation under either quadrature phase-shift keying (QPSK), or 16
quadrature amplitude modulations (QAM), and over 28 dBm of linear
output power under wideband code division multiple access (WCDMA)
modulation. Small and efficient, the LTE FEM integrates the input
and output matching networks, the power amplification stages, and
the power detection in a single 4 x 4 x 0.85 millimeter (mm)
package. Integration of the PAM simplifies the design of the
4G-compatible handset radios and data cards, as all the active
radio frequency (RF) circuitry is optimized within the single
module component. Using Skyworks� advanced indium gallium phosphide
(InGaP) bipolar field effect transistor (BiFET) design and Skyworks
GreenTM packaging solutions, the SKY77441 also supports
low-operating voltage down to 3 volts (V) with high power added
efficiency, high reliability and quality. Pricing and Availability
Samples of the SKY77441 PA are currently available, with volume
production scheduled to begin in 2009. For customized pricing,
please contact sales@skyworksinc.com. About Skyworks Skyworks
Solutions, Inc. is an innovator of high performance analog and
mixed signal semiconductors enabling mobile connectivity. The
company's power amplifiers, front-end modules and direct conversion
radios are at the heart of many of today's leading-edge multimedia
handsets. Leveraging core technologies, Skyworks also offers a
diverse portfolio of linear products that support automotive,
broadband, cellular infrastructure, industrial and medical
applications. Headquartered in Woburn, Mass., Skyworks is worldwide
with engineering, manufacturing, sales and service facilities
throughout Asia, Europe and North America. For more information,
please visit Skyworks� Web site at: www.skyworksinc.com. Safe
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