RF Transmitters

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
MAX2365ETM+

MAX2365ETM+

Analog Devices, Inc.

DUAL-BAND QUADRATURE TRANSMITTER

840

MAX2369EGM

MAX2369EGM

Analog Devices, Inc.

DUAL-BAND QUADRATURE TRANSMITTER

21954

ADF7901BRU

ADF7901BRU

Analog Devices, Inc.

RF TX IC 369.5-395.9MHZ 24TSSOP

33969

MAX2370ETM

MAX2370ETM

Analog Devices, Inc.

450MHZ QUADRATURE TRANSMITTER

35163

MAX2902EGI

MAX2902EGI

Analog Devices, Inc.

TRANSMITTER, 868MHZ/915MHZ ISM

66

MAX2370ETM+

MAX2370ETM+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX2370 COMPLETE 450MHZ QUADRATU

8467

HMC8200LP5ME

HMC8200LP5ME

Analog Devices, Inc.

RF XMITTER 800MHZ-4GHZ 32VFQFN

0

ADF7901BRUZ-RL7

ADF7901BRUZ-RL7

Analog Devices, Inc.

RF TX IC 369.5-395.9MHZ 24TSSOP

3000

MAX2362ECM

MAX2362ECM

Analog Devices, Inc.

DUAL-BAND QUADRATURE TRANSMITTER

1738

MAX2903EGI

MAX2903EGI

Analog Devices, Inc.

TRANSMITTER, 868MHZ/915MHZ ISM

1579

MAX2598ELB+

MAX2598ELB+

Analog Devices, Inc.

QUAD-BAND TDD-WCDMA BITS-TO RF R

498

ADF7010BRUZ-REEL7

ADF7010BRUZ-REEL7

Analog Devices, Inc.

LOW POWER RF TRANSCEIVER

10000

ADF7011BRUZ-RL

ADF7011BRUZ-RL

Analog Devices, Inc.

RF TX IC ASK 433-435MHZ 24TSSOP

2500

MAX2360ECM

MAX2360ECM

Analog Devices, Inc.

DUAL-BAND QUADRATURE TRANSMITTER

1406

MAX2368EGM

MAX2368EGM

Analog Devices, Inc.

DUAL-BAND QUADRATURE TRANSMITTER

16561

MAX2367EGM-TD

MAX2367EGM-TD

Analog Devices, Inc.

DUAL-BAND QUADRATURE TRANSMITTER

5000

ADF7901BRUZ

ADF7901BRUZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

HIGH PERFORMANCE ISM BAND OOK/FS

32685

ADF7011BRU-REEL

ADF7011BRU-REEL

Analog Devices, Inc.

RF TX IC ASK 433-435MHZ 24TSSOP

2350

ADF7011BRUZ-RL7

ADF7011BRUZ-RL7

Analog Devices, Inc.

RF TX IC ASK 433-435MHZ 24TSSOP

10000

MAX2363ETM+T

MAX2363ETM+T

Analog Devices, Inc.

DUAL-BAND QUADRATURE TRANSMITTER

22500

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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