Micrel Offers New High Performance Low Power ASK/FSK QwikRadio(R) Transmitter
Posted on: Monday, 5 March 2007, 06:00 CST
SAN JOSE, Calif., March 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Micrel Inc. , an industry leader in analog, high bandwidth communications and Ethernet IC solutions, today introduced the latest member of the QwikRadio(R) RF family, the MICRF112. The device is a 1.8 to 3.6V, +10dBm, ASK/FSK transmitter designed for the 300 to 450 MHZ band. The product is aimed at markets such as telemetry, wireless sensing, environmental monitoring, consumer entertainment remotes, remote actuation and lighting control, remote keyless entry (RKE), tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) and IR replacement. The IC is currently available in volume, with pricing starting at $0.91 for 1K quantity.
"Micrel has long been known for bringing world class, easy to design-in, RF products to market," noted John Lee, Micrel's director of Mixed-Signal and RF Products, Micrel. "The new MICRF112 reinforces our market position as the leader in 'sub GHz' CMOS RF arena by featuring the highest integration, lowest external components, and easiest possible use. In fact, the MICRF112 is now the highest performing, lowest operating battery voltage solution on the market today."
The MICRF112 requires just nine components, including antenna, to implement. It features high transmit power with efficient current consumption of + 10dBm output, 3V, 6.7mA, ASK= CW. This allows designers to choose a small form factor antenna while operating near the maximum limit as set forth by the FCC. The IC also is extremely current efficient thereby enabling the longest possible battery life while transmitting at maximum power. The device also offers an operating voltage range of 1.8V to 3.6V and a low standby current of 50nA (typical), further prolonging battery life. Other features include robust operating temperature of -40 to +125 degree C, making the solution ideal for demanding temperature requirements such as those necessary in the automotive arena. The MICRF112 is offered in a 10-pin MSOP package option. Finally, the MICRF112 can be configured as either a ASK or FSK transmitter which also makes the solution perfect for both remote actuation and low data rate telemetry applications.
The MICRF112, with its world class performance, and reliable, easy-to- implement design, is particularly suited for the explosive remote actuation market including garage door openers, security gates, MP3 remote control, remote actuation for lighting, power switches, windows and blinds, remote keyless entry, car and security alarms, high-end toys, remote water sprinkler systems, moisture sensors, temperature sensors, TV/Multimedia entertainment systems and tire pressure monitoring systems.
About Micrel, Inc.
Micrel, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of IC solutions for the worldwide analog, Ethernet and high bandwidth markets. The Company's products include advanced mixed-signal, analog and power semiconductors; high performance communication, clock management, Ethernet switch and physical layer transceiver ICs. Company customers include leading manufacturers of enterprise, consumer, industrial, mobile, telecommunications, automotive, and computer products. Corporation headquarters and state-of-the-art wafer fabrication facilities are located in San Jose, CA, with regional sales and support offices and advanced technology design centers situated throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia. In addition, the Company maintains an extensive network of distributors and reps worldwide. Web: http://www.micrel.com/.
NOTE: QwikRadio is a registered trademark of Micrel, Inc. QwikRadio is a registered trademark of Micrel, Inc. The QwikRadio ICs were developed under a development agreement with AIT of Orlando, FL.
Micrel Inc.
CONTACT: Julieanne DiBene, Marketing Communications, Micrel, Inc.,+1-408-474-1276, or Julie.DiBene@Micrel.com
Web site: http://www.micrel.com/
Source: PRNewswire-FirstCall
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