RF Transmitters

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
MAX2365EGM

MAX2365EGM

Analog Devices, Inc.

DUAL-BAND QUADRATURE TRANSMITTER

4832

HMC8200LP5METR

HMC8200LP5METR

Analog Devices, Inc.

RF XMITTER 800MHZ-4GHZ 32VFQFN

0

ADF7012BRUZ-RL

ADF7012BRUZ-RL

Analog Devices, Inc.

RF TX IC ASK 75MHZ-1GHZ 24TSSOP

834

ADF7011BRU-REEL7

ADF7011BRU-REEL7

Analog Devices, Inc.

RF TX IC ASK 433-435MHZ 24TSSOP

1000

ADF7901BRUZ-RL

ADF7901BRUZ-RL

Analog Devices, Inc.

RF TX IC ASK 395.9MHZ 24TSSOP

0

MAX2363ETM+

MAX2363ETM+

Analog Devices, Inc.

DUAL-BAND QUADRATURE TRANSMITTER

8140

MAX2361ETM+

MAX2361ETM+

Analog Devices, Inc.

DUAL-BAND QUADRATURE TRANSMITTER

478

ADF7012BRU

ADF7012BRU

Analog Devices, Inc.

RF AND BASEBAND CIRCUIT

13399

MAX2363EGM-TD

MAX2363EGM-TD

Analog Devices, Inc.

DUAL-BAND QUADRATURE TRANSMITTER

7500

MAX3042CSE

MAX3042CSE

Analog Devices, Inc.

+/-10KV ESD_PROTECTED, QUAD 5V R

1427

MAX1472AKA-T

MAX1472AKA-T

Analog Devices, Inc.

XTAL-BASED ASK TRANSMITTER

2500

MAX2502ELM

MAX2502ELM

Analog Devices, Inc.

COMPLETE CELLULAR BASEBAND-TO RF

0

MAX2598ELB#G42

MAX2598ELB#G42

Analog Devices, Inc.

QUAD-BAND TDD-WCDMA BITS-TO RF R

0

MAX2507ELM

MAX2507ELM

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX2507 RF TRANSMITTER

662

MAX2599AELB+

MAX2599AELB+

Analog Devices, Inc.

FEMTO BASESTATION BITS-TO RF RAD

792

MAX2502ELM#G42

MAX2502ELM#G42

Analog Devices, Inc.

COMPLETE CELLULAR BASEBAND-TO RF

0

MAX2507ELM-T

MAX2507ELM-T

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX2507 RF TRANSMITTER

2500

HMC6000-SX

HMC6000-SX

Analog Devices, Inc.

RF TRANSMITTER 57-64GHZ DIE

0

HMC6000LP711E

HMC6000LP711E

Analog Devices, Inc.

RF TRANSMITTER 57-64GHZ 60VFQFN

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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