RF Transmitters

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
MAX2366EGM

MAX2366EGM

Analog Devices, Inc.

DUAL-BAND QUADRATURE TRANSMITTER

6083

TRF4400PWR

TRF4400PWR

Texas Instruments

RF AND BASEBAND CIRCUIT, CMOS

4000

MAX41461GUB+

MAX41461GUB+

Maxim Integrated

RF TX IC ASK 300-960MHZ 10TFSOP

93

SI4063-B1B-FM

SI4063-B1B-FM

Silicon Labs

RF TX IC 142MHZ-1.05GHZ 20VFQFN

0

CC1150RGVR

CC1150RGVR

Texas Instruments

RF XMITTER UHF 300-348MHZ 16VQFN

0

MAX2900ETI+

MAX2900ETI+

Maxim Integrated

RF TX IC ASK 902-928MHZ 28WFQFN

96

MAX1479ATE+

MAX1479ATE+

Maxim Integrated

RF TX IC ASK 300-450MHZ 16WFQFN

127

MAX7057ASE+

MAX7057ASE+

Maxim Integrated

RF TX IC ASK 300-450MHZ 16SOIC

175

TXM-900-HP3SPO

TXM-900-HP3SPO

Linx Technologies

RF TX IC FM/FSK 902-928MHZ 24SMD

30

MAX2902ETI+T

MAX2902ETI+T

Maxim Integrated

RF TX IC ASK 902-928MHZ 28WFQFN

2500

MAX2903ETI+

MAX2903ETI+

Maxim Integrated

RF TX IC ASK/BPSK 868MHZ 28WFQFN

392460

ADF7012BRUZ

ADF7012BRUZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

RF TX IC ASK 75MHZ-1GHZ 24TSSOP

117

CC2550RSTR

CC2550RSTR

Texas Instruments

RF TX IC 2-FSK/ASK 2.4GHZ 16VQFN

576210000

TXM-315-LR

TXM-315-LR

Linx Technologies

RF TX IC ASK/OOK 315MHZ 8SMD MOD

2084

TDA5101

TDA5101

IR (Infineon Technologies)

RF TX IC ASK/FSK 315MHZ 16TSSOP

466

RFM119W-868S1

RFM119W-868S1

RF Solutions

RF TX IC FSK/GFSK 868MHZ MODULE

3

PIC12F529T39AT-I/ST

PIC12F529T39AT-I/ST

Roving Networks / Microchip Technology

RF TX IC FSK 310/433MHZ 14TSSOP

2467

ATA8404C-6DQY-66

ATA8404C-6DQY-66

Roving Networks / Microchip Technology

RF TX IC ASK 313-317MHZ 10TFSOP

9899

MICRF103YM

MICRF103YM

Roving Networks / Microchip Technology

QWIKRADIO UHF ASK TRANSMITTER

4789

CC1150RGVT

CC1150RGVT

Texas Instruments

RF XMITTER UHF 300-348MHZ 16VQFN

0

RF Transmitters

1. Overview

RF (Radio Frequency) transmitters are electronic devices that generate and transmit high-frequency electromagnetic waves for wireless communication. IF (Intermediate Frequency) components process signals at intermediate stages in transceivers. RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) RF transmitters specifically enable contactless data exchange between tags and readers. These technologies form the backbone of modern wireless systems, supporting applications from mobile communications to IoT networks.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional FeaturesApplication Examples
ISM Band TransmittersUnlicensed operation at 2.4 GHz/900 MHzWi-Fi routers, Bluetooth devices
Cellular Transmitters5G/LTE protocol support with power controlSmartphones, base stations
UHF RFID Readers860-960 MHz frequency agilityWarehouse inventory systems
HF RFID Modules13.56 MHz contactless payment supportAccess control terminals

3. Structure and Components

Typical RF transmitter architecture includes: Power Amplifier (PA) for signal boosting, Voltage-Controlled Oscillator (VCO) for frequency generation, modulator for data encoding, impedance matching networks, and antenna interfaces. Advanced systems integrate DSP cores for digital modulation (QAM, OFDM) and temperature-compensated crystal oscillators (TCXO) for stability. RFID variants add protocol-specific encoding circuits and impedance-tuned front-ends.

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterSignificance
Frequency Range: 300 MHz - 6 GHzDetermines application compliance (e.g., FCC Part 15.247)
Output Power: 0.1 - 30 dBmAffects transmission distance and regulatory class
Modulation Accuracy: EVM < 5%Ensures data integrity in dense environments
Current Consumption: 5-100 mABattery life consideration for IoT devices

5. Application Fields

  • Telecommunications: 5G small cells, satellite modems
  • Logistics: UHF RFID for supply chain tracking
  • Healthcare: Medical implant telemetry systems
  • Retail: NFC payment terminals (13.56 MHz HF RFID)

Case Study: Amazon's warehouse robots use 868 MHz RFID readers for real-time inventory with 5 cm accuracy.

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

VendorRepresentative Product
TI (Texas Instruments)CC1352P7 multi-band wireless MCU
Nordic SemiconductornRF52840 Bluetooth 5.3 SoC
ImpinjR420 UHF Gen2 RFID reader
STMicroelectronicsCR95HF NFC/RFID transceiver

7. Selection Guidelines

  • Determine regulatory requirements (FCC/ETSI compliance)
  • Match frequency to use case (e.g., 900 MHz for liquid penetration)
  • Evaluate environmental factors (temperature, interference)
  • Assess protocol compatibility (LoRaWAN, BLE 5.4)
  • Optimize power vs. range trade-offs

8. Industry Trends

Key developments include: - 5G integration with sub-6 GHz RF front-ends - RFID moving to microwave frequencies (2.45 GHz active tags) - AI-enhanced spectrum sensing for dynamic frequency selection - Miniaturization via SiP (System-in-Package) technology - Energy harvesting transmitters for battery-free IoT

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