RF Micro Devices Introduces Dual-Band 3V Low Noise Amplifier
7 February, 2000
Greensboro, NC. RF Micro Devices, Inc. (Nasdaq: RFMD), a leading provider of proprietary radio frequency integrated circuits (RFICs) for wireless communications applications, has introduced the RF2363, a new dual-band 3V low noise amplifier engineered for applications such as GSM/DCS dual-band and cellular/PCS dual-band handsets.
Designed for use as a front-end for 950MHz GSM and 1850MHz DCS applications, the RF2363 features an excellent combination of low-noise figure and high linearity at a very low supply current. In addition, the new device was created for general purpose amplification and use in both commercial and consumer systems.
The 900MHz LNA is a single-stage amplifier, while the 1900MHz LNA is a two-stage amplifier. The part may also be tuned for applications in other frequency bands. Distinguished by a low noise and high intercept point, the RF2363 operates with an 18dB gain at 900MHz and 1900MHz.
For superior performance, the device is produced using GaAs HBT (gallium arsenide heterojunction bipolar transistor) technology and RFMD s Optimum Technology Matching(R). Manufactured in a very small industry standard SOT-23 8-lead package, the RF2363 is available for immediate shipment at $0.82 per unit in order quantities of 10,000.
For a complete listing of RFMD(TM) products and services, refer to the company s Designer s Handbook. Free copies in print or CD-ROM format are available directly from RFMD by calling (336) 664-1233, extension 6652, or by sending an e-mail request to afinney@rfmd.com.
RF Micro Devices, Inc., an ISO 9001-certified manufacturer, designs, develops, manufactures and markets proprietary RFICs for wireless communications applications such as cellular and PCS phones, cordless phones, wireless LANs, wireless local loop handsets, industrial radios, wireless security systems and remote meter readers. The Company offers a broad array of products - including amplifiers, mixers, modulators/demodulators, and single-chip receivers, transmitters and transceivers - that represents a substantial majority of the RFICs required in wireless subscriber equipment. The Company s strategy is to focus on wireless markets by offering a broad range of standard and custom designed RFICs in order to position itself as a "one-stop" solution for its customers RFIC needs. RF Micro Devices, Inc. is traded on the Nasdaq National Market under the symbol RFMD.
This press release contains forward-looking statements that relate to the Company s plans, objectives, estimates and goals. Words such as "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes," and "estimates," and variations of such words and similar expressions identify such forward-looking statements. The Company s business is subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, including probable variability in the Company s quarterly operating results, manufacturing capacity constraints, risks associated with the Company s operation of its current wafer fabrication facility and the construction of an additional facility, dependence on a limited number of customers, variability in production yields, the Company s ability to manage rapid growth, dependence on third parties and risks associated with doing business in Asia and other areas of the world.
These and other risks and uncertainties, which are described in more detail in the Company s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, could cause actual results and developments to be materially different from those expressed or implied by any of these forward-looking statements.
RF Micro Devices(R) and RFMD(TM) are trademarks of RF Micro Devices, Inc. All other trade names, trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. For further information about RFMD or the new RF2363, please visit our home page at http://www.rfmd.com.
Contact:
RF Micro Devices, Greensboro
Business: Mike Press, 336/664-1233
Technical: John Krivsky, 336/664-1233
RF Micro Devices, Greensboro
Business: Mike Press, 336/664-1233
Technical: John Krivsky, 336/664-1233
E-mail: afinney@rfmd.com
Web site: http://www.rfmd.com
