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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
SKY66109-11

SKY66109-11

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

20 DBM 802.15.4 FEM WITH PA, LNA

1797
BGM781N11E6327XUSA1

BGM781N11E6327XUSA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

GPS FRONT-END MODULE

205
AD9875BST

AD9875BST

Analog Devices, Inc.

BROADBAND MODEM MIXED-SIGNAL FRO

6600
AD9860BSTRL

AD9860BSTRL

Analog Devices, Inc.

MIXED SIGNAL FRONT-END PROCESSOR

2000
CMX983Q1-TR1K

CMX983Q1-TR1K

CML Microcircuits

BASEBAND INTERFACE FOR DIG RADIO

0
CC2595RGTT

CC2595RGTT

Texas Instruments

IC RF FRONT END 2.4GHZ 16QFN

10000
SKY66114-11

SKY66114-11

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

CONNECTED HOME/WEARABLE BLE+ZIGB

10000
AD9860BSTZ

AD9860BSTZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

MIXED-SIGNAL FRONT-END (MXFE) PR

1340
AD9082BBPZ-4D2AC

AD9082BBPZ-4D2AC

Analog Devices, Inc.

QUAD 12 GSPS RFDAC DUAL 6GSPS RF

1
SKY65933-11

SKY65933-11

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

GPS LNA MODULE

0
AD9862BST

AD9862BST

Analog Devices, Inc.

BASEBAND TRANSCEIVER FOR B/BAND

1366
AD9081BBPZ-4D4AC

AD9081BBPZ-4D4AC

Analog Devices, Inc.

MXFE QUAD 12 GSPS RFDAC QUAD 4GS

0
SKY85309-11

SKY85309-11

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

2GHZ 802.11AC 22DBM 5X3MM FEM

3000
SKY66422-11

SKY66422-11

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

860 TO 930MHZ RF FRONT END MODUL

295
SKY65364-21

SKY65364-21

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

SMART ENERGY SIP

13475
AD9081BBPZ-4D4AB

AD9081BBPZ-4D4AB

Analog Devices, Inc.

MXFE QUAD 12G RFDAC QUAD 4G RFAD

3
AD9866BCP

AD9866BCP

Analog Devices, Inc.

BROADBAND MODEM FRONT END

2352
SKY65378-11

SKY65378-11

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

900 MHZ, RX FEM WITH DUAL ANTENN

39033000
ADRF5545ABCPZN-R7

ADRF5545ABCPZN-R7

Analog Devices, Inc.

DUAL CHANNEL, 2.4 GHZ TO 4.2 GHZ

0
AD9861BCPZRL-80

AD9861BCPZRL-80

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC PROCESSOR FRONT END 64LFCSP

0

RF Front End (LNA + PA)

1. Overview

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.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
Low-Frequency (LF) RFID Front EndOperates at 30 kHz 300 kHz, high sensitivity for short-range detectionAccess control systems, animal tracking
High-Frequency (HF) RFID Front End13.56 MHz operation, supports mid-range communicationSmart posters, ticketing systems
Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) Front End860 960 MHz, extended read range up to 15 metersSupply chain logistics, inventory management
Integrated LNA+PA ModulesSingle-package solution for transceiver systems5G base stations, automotive radar

3. Structure and Components

A typical RF Front End combines:

  • LNA Section: GaAs or SiGe transistors with input matching networks
  • PA Section: Gallium Nitride (GaN) or Laterally Diffused MOSFET (LDMOS) devices
  • Bandpass filters for frequency selectivity
  • Impedance matching circuits (50 standard)
  • Thermal management structures (heat sinks or thermal vias)

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterDescriptionTypical Values
Frequency RangeOperating bandwidth of the front endLF: 125 kHz, HF: 13.56 MHz, UHF: 900 MHz
Gain (LNA)Signal amplification level15 30 dB
Noise Figure (LNA)Measure of signal-to-noise degradation0.5 3 dB
Output Power (PA)Transmitted signal strength20 40 dBm
Power Added Efficiency (PAE)Energy conversion efficiency40 70%
Input/Output ImpedanceMatching network characteristic50 standard

5. Application Fields

Main industries:

  • Telecommunications (5G infrastructure, satellite communication)
  • RFID systems (warehouse tracking, contactless payments)
  • Industrial IoT (sensor networks, asset monitoring)
  • Automotive (V2X communication, tire pressure sensors)

Typical devices: RFID readers, smart meters, drones, medical telemetry systems

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerRepresentative ProductKey Features
Analog DevicesHMC1060LP5EDC-6 GHz LNA+PA module for test equipment
QorvoRFFM6902Sub-1 GHz front end for IoT devices
Nordic SemiconductornRF215402.4 GHz range extender for Bluetooth systems
STMicroelectronicsST25R3911BHF RFID reader with integrated LNA

7. Selection Recommendations

Key considerations:

  • Match frequency range to system requirements
  • Balance gain/noise figure for receiver sensitivity
  • Verify PA output power against regulatory limits
  • Evaluate package size for PCB integration
  • Assess temperature stability (-40 C to +85 C typical)
  • Compare power consumption for battery-operated devices

Industry Trend Analysis

Future directions include:

  • Advanced CMOS integration reducing discrete component needs
  • Adoption of GaN-on-SiC for higher power density
  • AI-driven dynamic impedance matching
  • Miniaturization for wearable and implantable devices
  • Multi-band front ends supporting 5G and Wi-Fi 6E coexistence

Market growth driven by IoT expansion and RFID adoption in smart cities, projected at 12% CAGR (2023-2030).

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