30 January 2017

Skyworks' front-end module for ISM and connected home applications

Skyworks Solutions Inc of Woburn, MA, USA (which manufactures analog and mixed-signal semiconductors) has launched the SKY66105-11, a highly integrated RF front-end module (FEM) designed for high-power industrial, scientific & medical (ISM) and connected home applications operating in the 902-931MHz frequency band.

The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC)-compliant module integrates harmonic filters and shielding, making it suitable for sensors, smart meters (water, gas, electric) and machine-to-machine applications. The SKY66105-11 features 30dBm output power (Pout) which maximizes range while staying within FCC regulatory limits. The module's single-ended 50Ω transmit/receive interface offers a reduced bill of materials and includes a fast ON/OFF time (1-2µs), which results in a reduction in current and enables rapid timing and multi-protocol arbitration, says Skyworks. The RF blocks operate over a wide supply voltage range (2.0-4.8V) for battery-powered applications.

The device is manufactured in a compact multi-chip module (MCM) 12-pin 8mm x 6mm x 1.05mm package.

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