Fairchild Semiconductor’s 4x4mm Dual-Band Power Amplifier Saves Space, Extends Range in WLAN Applications

Fairchild Semiconductor's 4x4mm Dual-Band Power Amplifier Saves Space, Extends Range in WLAN Applications

Fairchild Semiconductor introduces the FMPA2151, a highly integrated dual-band WLAN power amplifier module optimized to increase performance and reduce PCB board footprint in the latest 802.11a/bg WLAN applications, including notebooks, digital cameras and portable handsets.

The highly integrated FMPA2151 enhances Fairchild’s portfolio of power amplifiers for the WLAN 802.11 computing market

The high-performance FMPA2151 offers leading-edge 3.5 percent error vector measurement (EVM) at 20dBm output power, which helps to extend the wireless range in computing applications for worldwide Internet connectivity.

The dual-band FMPA2151 saves designers up to 22 percent board space by combining 2.4GHz and 5GHz power amplifiers into a single compact 4x4mm package. For additional space savings, as well as enhanced reliability, the device provides built-in power detectors and digital PA on/off controls. These application and design benefits aid designers by easing design complexity and accelerating time to market.