| Image | Part Number | Description / PDF | Quantity | Rfq |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 |
New Japan Radio (NJR) |
GPS FRONT-END MODULE |
4774 |
|
 |
Analog Devices, Inc. |
FRONT END MODULE, 6-18 GHZ |
0 |
|
 |
Skyworks Solutions, Inc. |
IC RF FRONT END MOD 2.4GHZ 24QFN |
0 |
|
 |
CML Microcircuits |
BASEBAND INTERFACE FOR DIG RADIO |
458 |
|
 |
Skyworks Solutions, Inc. |
IC FRONT END WLAN/ZIGBEE 16QFN |
0 |
|
 |
Roving Networks / Microchip Technology |
IC KEYLESS ENTRY AFE 14TSSOP |
4 |
|
 |
Texas Instruments |
IC RF FRONT END 2.4GHZ 16VQFN |
0 |
|
 |
Roving Networks / Microchip Technology |
IC AFE TRANSPONDER 14TSSOP |
0 |
|
 |
Skyworks Solutions, Inc. |
IC WLAN RF FEM BT 16QFN |
3000 |
|
 |
Texas Instruments |
IC DUAL IF BTS RCVR 80HTQFP |
452976 |
|
 |
Skyworks Solutions, Inc. |
2.4GHZ 256QAM PA+SW+LNA FEM |
2985 |
|
 |
CONSUMER IC, BIPOLAR, PDSO20 |
738 |
|
|
 |
Skyworks Solutions, Inc. |
CONNECTED HOME/WEARABLEBLE+ZIGBE |
0 |
|
 |
Maxim Integrated |
1575MHZ GPS FRONT-END AMPLIFIER |
0 |
|
 |
Skyworks Solutions, Inc. |
HIGH POWER 2.4-GHZ FEM |
0 |
|
 |
Texas Instruments |
IC RF FRONT END 2.4GHZ 16-QFN |
37 |
|
 |
Skyworks Solutions, Inc. |
169-170MHZ 4X4 FEM |
0 |
|
 |
Roving Networks / Microchip Technology |
IC DCT PA/LNA 20QFN |
1399 |
|
 |
Texas Instruments |
IC RF FRONT END 2.4GHZ 16-QFN |
0 |
|
 |
Skyworks Solutions, Inc. |
BLE FEM COMMON T&R PA/RX BYPASS |
0 |
|
An RF Front End (LNA + PA) integrates a Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) and Power Amplifier (PA) to manage signal transmission and reception in radio frequency systems. The LNA amplifies weak incoming signals with minimal noise addition, while the PA boosts outgoing signals to achieve desired transmission power. These components are critical in wireless communication systems, RFID readers, and IoT devices, enabling reliable data exchange and long-range connectivity.
| Type | Functional Characteristics | Application Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Low-Frequency (LF) RFID Front End | Operates at 30 kHz 300 kHz, high sensitivity for short-range detection | Access control systems, animal tracking |
| High-Frequency (HF) RFID Front End | 13.56 MHz operation, supports mid-range communication | Smart posters, ticketing systems |
| Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) Front End | 860 960 MHz, extended read range up to 15 meters | Supply chain logistics, inventory management |
| Integrated LNA+PA Modules | Single-package solution for transceiver systems | 5G base stations, automotive radar |
A typical RF Front End combines:
| Parameter | Description | Typical Values |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | Operating bandwidth of the front end | LF: 125 kHz, HF: 13.56 MHz, UHF: 900 MHz |
| Gain (LNA) | Signal amplification level | 15 30 dB |
| Noise Figure (LNA) | Measure of signal-to-noise degradation | 0.5 3 dB |
| Output Power (PA) | Transmitted signal strength | 20 40 dBm |
| Power Added Efficiency (PAE) | Energy conversion efficiency | 40 70% |
| Input/Output Impedance | Matching network characteristic | 50 standard |
Main industries:
Typical devices: RFID readers, smart meters, drones, medical telemetry systems
| Manufacturer | Representative Product | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Analog Devices | HMC1060LP5E | DC-6 GHz LNA+PA module for test equipment |
| Qorvo | RFFM6902 | Sub-1 GHz front end for IoT devices |
| Nordic Semiconductor | nRF21540 | 2.4 GHz range extender for Bluetooth systems |
| STMicroelectronics | ST25R3911B | HF RFID reader with integrated LNA |
Key considerations:
Future directions include:
Market growth driven by IoT expansion and RFID adoption in smart cities, projected at 12% CAGR (2023-2030).