RF Transmitters

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
MAX2370ETM+T

MAX2370ETM+T

Maxim Integrated

RF TX IC CDMA2000 450MHZ 48WFQFN

0

MAX2900ETI+T

MAX2900ETI+T

Maxim Integrated

RF TX IC ASK 902-928MHZ 28WFQFN

0

MAX1479ATE+T

MAX1479ATE+T

Maxim Integrated

RF TX IC ASK 300-450MHZ 16WFQFN

7500

MAX41460GUB+

MAX41460GUB+

Maxim Integrated

RF TX IC ASK 300-960MHZ 10TFSOP

1053

MAX7060ATG/V+

MAX7060ATG/V+

Maxim Integrated

RF TX IC ASK 280-450MHZ 24WFQFN

0

MAX41463GUB+

MAX41463GUB+

Maxim Integrated

RF TX IC FSK 300-960MHZ 10TFSOP

1850

MAX7058ATG+

MAX7058ATG+

Maxim Integrated

RF TX IC ASK 315-390MHZ 24WFQFN

130

MAX41461GUB+

MAX41461GUB+

Maxim Integrated

RF TX IC ASK 300-960MHZ 10TFSOP

93

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

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

MAX41462GUB+

MAX41462GUB+

Maxim Integrated

RF TX IC ASK 300-960MHZ 10TFSOP

0

MAX1472AKA+T

MAX1472AKA+T

Maxim Integrated

RF TX IC ASK 300-450MHZ SOT23-8

4205

MAX2902ETI+

MAX2902ETI+

Maxim Integrated

RF TX IC ASK 902-928MHZ 28WFQFN

3854

MAX41464GUB+T

MAX41464GUB+T

Maxim Integrated

RF TX IC FSK 300-960MHZ 10TFSOP

215000

MAX7060ATG/V+T

MAX7060ATG/V+T

Maxim Integrated

RF TX IC ASK 280-450MHZ 24WFQFN

0

MAX7060ATG+

MAX7060ATG+

Maxim Integrated

RF TX IC ASK 280-450MHZ 24WFQFN

1206675

MAX7044AKA+T

MAX7044AKA+T

Maxim Integrated

RF TX IC ASK 300-450MHZ SOT23-8

2762

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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