ANADIGICS launches smaller CDMA power amps

ANADIGICS Inc. has launched the AWT6112, AWT6113, and AWT6114 CDMA power amplifier modules that occupy a footprint of 4-by-4mm - smaller than the 6-by-6mm footprint of conventional power amplifiers.

Designed for use in wireless CDMA handsets and PDAs, the devices comply with the CDMA 1XRTT and CDMA 1xEV-DO standards, and cover the CDMA/AMPS applications, North American PCS applications, and Korean PCS applications, respectively.

The InGaP HBT modules offer selectable bias modes to maximize efficiency for different output levels, and a shutdown mode with low leakage current. The surface mount packages incorporate matching networks to improve output power, efficiency, and linearity.

The AWT6112, AWT6113, and AWT6114 are priced at $3.50 in quantities of 10,000 pieces.