5G (fifth-generation) wireless technology has led to the development of various products and components to support the deployment of 5G networks and devices. These products play a crucial role in enabling faster data speeds, lower latency, and improved network capacity. Some examples of 5G products include GaN power amplifiers, front-end modules, 5G smart modules, Beamforming ICs, frequency synthesizers, etc. everything RF has compiled a list of trending 5G products on the website in October 2023. Visit the 5G hub on everything RF to keep up to date with the industry.
63 W GaN Power Amplifier from 3.4 to 3.8 GHz for 5G mMIMO Applications
The MGFS48G38MB from Mitsubishi Electric is a GaN Power Amplifier that operates from 3.4 to 3.8 GHz. It delivers a saturated output power of more than 63 W with a gain of over 28 dB and a power-added efficiency (PAE) of 43%. This power amplifier has an epitaxial growth layer structure that offers high efficiency and low distortion characteristics even when used in 5G environments. It utilizes Mitsubishi Electric’s wideband Doherty design that can help mitigate bandwidth limitations caused by the output parasitic capacitance of GaN HEMTs. Read more
70 W GaN Hybrid Power Amplifier from 3.4 to 3.8 GHz for 5G Applications
The SDM36005-30H from RFHIC is a GaN Hybrid Power Amplifier that operates from 3400 to 3800 MHz. It has been designed for 5G Massive MIMO systems, small cells, and low-power remote radio heads. This SMD amplifier delivers a saturated output power of 70.8 W with a gain of 35 dB and an efficiency of 14%. It is manufactured using GaN-on-SiC technology and has two stages with fully-matched input and output ports for high performance. This RoHS-compliant power amplifier requires a DC supply of 48 V and consumes less than 41.2 W of power. It is available in a ceramic surface-mount package that measures 8.0 x 14.0 x 2.6 mm. Read more
Front-End Module for Dual-Channel Receiver from 2.3 to 2.7 GHz
The BTS7202H from NXP Semiconductors is a Dual Channel Receiver Front-End Module that operates from 2.3 to 2.7 GHz. It has two independent receive channels each with a low noise amplifier (LNA) and a switch to route high-power TX signals to a termination load. This SiGe module provides a gain of 19 dB in low gain mode, 37 dB in high gain mode, and has a noise figure of 0.95 dB. It requires a DC supply of 5 V, consumes 96 mA of current in high gain mode, and dissipates 480 mW of power per channel. This module is available in an HVQFN40 package that measures 6.00 x 6.00 x 0.85 mm and is ideal for 5G mMIMO and wireless infrastructure applications. Read more
8 W GaN Power Amplifier Module from 3.4 to 3.8 GHz
The QPA3810 from Qorvo is a fully integrated Two-Stage Doherty Power Amplifier Module that operates from 3.4 to 3.8 GHz. It delivers 8 W (~39 dBm) of output power with 33 dB of gain. This GaN amplifier incorporates a driver and Doherty final stage delivering high power-added efficiency for the entire module. It requires a DC supply of 48 V and consumes 106 mA of current (for the final stage carrier). The module is available in a surface-mount package that measures 8 x 10 mm and is ideal for 5G massive MIMO, small cell, low-power remote heads, and general-purpose applications. Read more
3GPP Rel-15 Based Sub-6 GHz Multi-Mode 5G Smart Modules for Global Coverage
The SG560D Series from Quectel are Sub-6 GHz Multi-mode 5G Smart Modules that provide worldwide coverage for 5G/4G/3G/2G. They are based on 3GPP Rel-15 technology and support both 5G NSA and SA architectures. These modules are based on QCM6490 high-performance 64-bit octa-core processors and have a built-in Adreno 643 GPU, 4 GB LPDDR4X memory, and 64 GB UFS storage. They support Wi-Fi 6E & DBS, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Wi-Fi 2x2 MU-MIMO, and Bluetooth 5.2. The modules also support 5G & LTE multi-user multiple-input multiple-output (MU-MIMO) technology and 4K H.265/H.264 video encode and decode. Read more
Sub-6 GHz 5G-NR Module for Middle East and Africa Markets
The FG360-MEA from Fibocom is a 5G NR Sub-6 GHz Module that has been designed for the Middle Eastern and African market. It supports both 5G standalone (SA) and non-standalone (NSA) network architectures, delivering enhanced transmission speed, greater carrying capacity, and reduced network latency for homes, businesses, and mobile users. This 3GPP Release 15-compliant module can be seamlessly integrated with fixed wireless access (FWA) elements such as CPE, ODU, gateways, routers, and industrial, and medical terminals. It requires a DC supply of 3.8 V. Read more
8 channel, Dual Polarization Beamforming IC from 26.5 to 29.5 GHz for 5G NR FR2 Applications
The iCana ICAMB2629-A is a 5G mmWave Beamforming IC that operates from 26.5 GHz to 29.5 GHz covering n257 and n261 5G NR FR2 bands for Wireless Infrastructure applications. It contains 8 independent transmit and receive channels supporting 4 horizontal and 4 vertical polarized antennas via independent input/outputs. The IC provides a channel gain range of 7 dB with 0.5 dB step, common gain range of 20 dB with 1 dB step, phase resolution of 5.6°, and a wide signal bandwidth of 800 MHz. Integrated 8-bit temperature sensors at each RF port support automatic gain compensation across temperatures. Read more
Modular Signalling Test Solution for 5G FR1 and FR2
The IQcell-5G from LitePoint is a 5G FR1/FR2 Signalling Test Solution that is designed for end-of-line manufacturing, software regression and functional performance testing. It validates RF parametric measurements, end-to-end throughput, MIMO, mobility, and user experience testing across cellular and cellular-capable connectivity devices such as smartphones, CPE’s, laptops, tablets, hotspots, etc. The solution consists of IQcore-5G, a network emulator, and IQFR1-5G, a sub-6 GHz radio head for signalling and analysis over FR1 frequency bands. Read more
4-Channel Vector Signal Generator from 9 kHz to 8.5 GHz
The N5186A MXG from Keysight Technologies is a 4-channel Vector Signal Generator with a frequency range from 9 kHz to 8.5 GHz. It delivers an output power of up to +27 dBm with a phase noise of -147 dBc/Hz (at 10 kHz offset) and has a frequency resolution of 1 x 10-5 Hz. This signal generator is capable of generating signals with a modulation bandwidth of 960 MHz. It can provide consistent and repeatable results, making it suitable for wideband multi-channel testing in both commercial and mission-critical applications. This MXG vector signal generator supports military radio communication emulation and MIMO testing by providing four unique output signals. Read more
Dual-Band 5G/4G and Wi-Fi (2.4/5 GHz) Flexible Printed Circuit Antenna from 617 to 5850 MHz
The 1005392F0-AA10L0600 from KYOCERA AVX is a dual-band 5G/4G and 2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi FPC (Flexible Printed Circuit) Embedded Combo Antenna that operates from 617 to 5850 MHz. For 5G/4G applications, it provides a peak gain of 3.1 dBi with an average efficiency of up to 60% and has a VSWR of less than 2.8:1. For Wi-Fi applications, this antenna provides a peak gain of 2.2 dBi with an efficiency of 36% (2.4 GHz) and has a VSWR of 2.2:1. Read more
5G/LTE Fixed Wireless Access Antenna from 617 to 4200 MHz
The Lumos™ 5G Fixed Wireless Access Antenna from Airgain operates from 617 to 4200 MHz. It provides a gain of 10.9 dBi (3300 – 4200 MHz) and has a multiband and directional antenna design with support for 2x2 and 4x4 MIMO configurations for both LTE and 5G. This antenna can be easily customized with Airgain’s EZConnect™ cable harnesses that allow any connector and cable length combination. It is available in an IP67-rated housing that measures 8.8 x 13.0 x 2.7 inches and delivers enhanced outdoor signal quality in almost any environment. This antenna can maximize the performance of enterprise routers, indoor fixed wireless access (FWA) devices, customer premises equipment (CPE), and several other cellular-based devices. Read more
Small Cell MIMO Antenna from 1.7 to 6 GHz for Indoor 4G/5G Applications
The SENCITY® Occhio from HUBER+SUHNER is a Small Cell Antenna that operates from 1.7 to 6 GHz (1695 – 2690 MHz, 3200 – 4200 MHz, 4500 – 5000 MHz, 5150 – 6000 MHz). This vertically polarized antenna provides up to 6.5 dBi gain and has a VSWR of 1.5:1. It supports 2x2/4x4 MIMO configurations and provides 5G coverage with a simple and time-saving installation process. The antenna provides port-to-port isolation of more than 19 dB and has an IMD level of -153 dBc (at 2x43 dBm). It is available in an enclosure that measures 200 (Dia.) x 32 mm (H) with NEX10, and jack (female) connectors and is suitable for indoor applications. Read more
Low-Cost, Beam-steering RF Module from 57 to 71 GHz for FWA Applications
The BFM06017 from Sivers Semiconductors is a Low-Cost RF Module that operates from 57 to 71 GHz. It supports 1D beam-steering (±45° steering in azimuth) and is optimized for high-performance FWA applications and for unlicensed 5G spectrum (802.11ad and 5G NR-U, TDD). This module has a 16+16 Tx/Rx array and enables up to 256 QAM SC with an integrated synthesizer to support a throughput of 10 Gbit/s. It combines the performance of the TRXBF01 RFIC with innovative antenna design to achieve a cost-effective solution with only 6 RF layers and castellated vias. Read more
10 dB Surface-Mount Attenuator MMIC from DC to 50 GHz
The ATN10-0050CSP1 from Marki Microwave is an Attenuator MMIC that operates from DC to 50 GHz. It can handle an input power of 1 W, provides an attenuation of 10 dB, and has an insertion loss of less than 10 dB. This GaAs MMIC is available in a surface-mount chip-scale package (CSP) that measures 1.5 x 1.5 x 0.9 mm and is suitable for 5G, amplitude matching, test equipment, high channel count systems, and airborne applications. Read more
20 W Directional Coupler from 6 to 40 GHz for 5G Applications
The 750-20-23.000 from MECA is a directional coupler that operates from 6 to 40 GHz. It has a coupling value of 20 dB and can handle up to 20 watts of power. The coupler has an insertion loss of less than 1.3 dB and directivity of more than 12 dB. It is available in a module with 2.40 mm female connectors and comes with a 36-month manufacturer warranty. The frequency range of this coupler makes it ideal for use in 5G mmWave bands. Read more
8 GHz SP4T Switch for Massive MIMO 4G/5G Base Stations
The PE42446 from pSemi is an SP4T Switch that operates from 10 MHz to 8 GHz. It provides more than 60 dB of isolation to prevent interference and maintain signal integrity and has a switching time of 250 ns. This switch integrates seamlessly into 4G and 5G base stations and massive MIMO architecture and provides digital pre-distortion (DPD) feedback loops and transmitter monitoring signal paths. It is available in a surface-mount package that measures 4 x 4 mm and has an operating temperature range of -40°C to +125°C. Read more
5G-NR Low-Noise Diversity Receive Module from 3.3 to 4.2 GHz
The SKY53761-11 from Skyworks is a 5G NR Diversity Receive Module that operates in the n77/78 bands from 3.3 to 4.2 GHz. It utilizes the latest advanced SOI process technologies to achieve exceptional high-bandwidth, low-noise figure (NF) LNA performance. This module has integrated multi-mode, variable gain LNA that works with all 5G chipsets. It also integrates all the required filtering to attenuate unwanted out-of-band blockers in adjacent and far-out frequency bands while maintaining very low insertion loss (IL) performance in the passband frequencies. Read more
High-Performance Microwave Frequency Synthesizer from 800 MHz to 12.8 GHz
The ADF4368 from Analog Devices is a Microwave Frequency Synthesizer that can generate frequencies from 800 MHz to 12.8 GHz. This ultra-low jitter synthesizer is based on integer-N and fractional-N phase-locked loops (PLL) that integrate a voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO) to support frequency conversion applications. It does not require an internal doubler to generate the desired output frequency which eliminates the need for sub-harmonic filters. The synthesizer includes a 25-bit fixed modulus that provides a frequency resolution of 1 Hz with an additional 17-bit modulus, which allows even finer resolution and flexibility for frequency planning. It requires DC supplies of 3.3 and 5 V. Read more
5G Antenna Module from 24.25 to 27.5 GHz with Built-in Front-End Module
The DS-MV_26 from Doosan Corporation is a 5G Antenna Module that operates from 24.25 to 27.5 GHz. This dual polarized (horizontal/vertical) antenna module has an EIRP of 38 dBm and an azimuth/elevation beam scan range of ±60°. It provides 48 dB of gain in Tx mode and 42 dB of gain in Rx mode. The antenna module incorporates an RF front-end module with a 32-array antenna and beamforming IC. It also includes pre-calibrated beambook storage in the module's memory which allows fast and accurate beam switching. Read more
65 GHz Ganged SMPM Cable Assembly for 5G Applications
The Magnum RF™ GC86 from Samtec is a Ganged, Multi-Position SMPM Cable Assembly that operates up to 65 GHz. It has 0.086-inch low-loss flexible microwave/millimeter wave cables with a minimum bend radius of 8.9 mm. This cable assembly has a high-density, space-saving design with a single row of connectors and a push-on interface for quick installation. It is ideal for cable-to-board applications where space is limited and increases airflow for cooling when laying out footprints on PCB real estate. The GC86 is suitable for use in 5G networking, military/defense, radar, and test & measurement applications. Read more
25 GHz mmWave Flex-to-Board PCB Headers for 5G Applications
The 2188770062 from Molex are mmWave Flex-to-Board PCB Headers that have been designed to support frequency signals up to 25 GHz. They can handle a current of up to 1.0 A per contact and has a dielectric withstanding voltage of 250 V (AC). These board connectors can withstand up to 10 mating cycles and enable the high-speed transfer of RF signals while offering space savings and mechanical robustness. They also offer full EMI shielding and high-frequency capability for superior EMI reduction and signal integrity (SI) performance, while supporting mating positioning. They ensure protection against potential RF contact buckling and shock caused by accidental drops. Read more
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