Microchip announces rf power amplifier for 5GHz WiFi applications
Microchip Technology has announced the SST11CP15 rf power amplifier for 5GHz IEE 802.11a/n WLAN embedded applications.
The device operates between the 4.9 to 5.9GHz band and has an operating voltage range of between 3.3 and 5V. It features a linear output power of 18dBm at 2.5% EVM, using 802.11a OFDM 54 Mbps at 3.3V, and 20dBm at 5.0V. Output power is rated at 23dBm at mask compliance of 6Mbps, at 3.3V.
The SST11CP15 is offered in a 2 x 2 x .55mm, 12pin QFN package and is suitable for wireless multimedia and MIMO applications for broadband gateway and consumer electronics equipment. Microchip claims it reduces battery current drain and extends battery operation.
