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News Release from: Peregrine Semiconductor | Subject: PE97632
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 13 March 2006
Frequency synthesiser set for space
duties
A delta-sigma modulated fractional-N phase locked-loop frequency synthesiser suits low-phase-noise space applications such as high-capacity digital satellite payloads.
Peregrine Semiconductor has unveiled the PE97632 3.2GHz delta-sigma modulated fractional-N phase locked-loop frequency synthesiser for low-phase-noise space applications such as high-capacity digital satellite payloads The new device continues in Peregrine's tradition of exceptional product offerings for the demanding space and avionics markets, and will address the growing demand for small form-factor IC solutions as satellite communications become more prevalent
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 22 Oct 2004 at 8.00am (UK)
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Today, rad-hard space applications needing this level of performance require that the function be developed by assembling up to a hundred discrete components - a solution that is difficult to engineer and manufacture, and drives up weight and cost.
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CMOS switch goes straight to the antenna
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The device features a normalised phase noise of -216dBc/Hz, and, as a DSM frac-N device, it offers complete frequency plan flexibility in a single IC.
The improved performance delivered by PE97632, including increased capacity and transmission margin, translates directly into significantly higher value to the system operators.
"Exceptional phase noise is only one of many attributes that make Peregrine PLLs the best in the business", said Jim Cable, CEO and President of Peregrine.
"The UltraCMOS process technology is breaking down RF performance barriers and advancing the wireless industry, in virtually all highly demanding markets from space and avionics to commercial handsets".
"As we continue to proliferate UltraCMOS products, the Peregrine portfolio is setting worldwide performance standards, transitioning an industry from old, discrete technology to modern, integrated solutions".
"This enables the design of the RF signal chain, whether on land or in space, to be both elegant and cost-effective", he added.
Sampling to alpha customers and S-level qualification has been completed, and orders for the device are being taken directly from Peregrine for delivery in Q4 2006.
The product is available in die or ceramic 68-lead CQFJ package and priced per customer specifications.
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