Bluetooth LE pass-through module
26 June 2019, Icorp Technologies

The HM-BT4501 from HopeRF is a wireless data pass-through module based on a CMT4501 low-power Bluetooth 5.0 chip. By connecting with a microcontroller, it can be used to realise a connection and data ...

Automotive smart hub ICs
26 June 2019, Avnet South Africa

Microchip Technology has added new single-port USB smart hub ICs to its family of USB automotive products. The USB4912 and the USB4712 can be used to add a single port under the radio, in the centre console ...

Wideband amplifier for instrumentation
26 June 2019, RFiber Solutions

MACOM Technology Solutions announced a new wideband distributed amplifier with the introduction of the MAAM-011275-DIE. Offered as a bare die, this amplifier is well suited for use in test and measurement ...

Positioning module for autonomous driving
26 June 2019, RF Design

The ZED-F9K from u-blox is a high-precision multiband GNSS (global navigation satellite system) module with built-in inertial sensors. The module combines the latest generation of GNSS receiver technology, ...

To ICASA or not to ICASA wireless modules?
29 May 2019, Otto Wireless, This Week's Editor's Pick

When selecting a wireless module, purchasing an ICASA approved device or module from the approved supplier is critical.

RF front-ends for 5G deployments
29 May 2019, Hi-Q Electronics

Sky5 LiTE, recently unveiled by Skyworks, is a fully integrated front-end solution for mass tier 5G cellular applications. The baseband agnostic platform supports up to 100 MHz bandwidth for 5G new radio ...

Sigfox-connected remote switch
29 May 2019, Electrocomp Express

Telemecanique Sensors offers a wireless solution to collect data from remote equipment and use this data, via the Internet, on a PC or mobile device. The XIOT cloud-connected switch (model XIOT11SE5MRCL) ...

Replacing the magnetron with solid-state devices in microwave ovens
29 May 2019, TRX Electronics

Microwave ovens are much-used appliances in many kitchens today. Used not only for cooking food from frozen but also for reheating last night’s curry or the cup of coffee you left to go cold, they provide ...

Wall-mount iDAS antenna
29 May 2019, RF Design

The iDAS.W.001 from Taoglas is a MIMO LTE wall-mount panel antenna designed for use in indoor distributed antenna systems (iDAS) to address in-building coverage issues in office buildings, stadiums, conference ...

Multi-constellation GNSS module
29 May 2019, Altron Arrow

Telit’s new GE310-GNSS is an IoT (Internet of Things) module with GSM/GPRS, multi-constellation satellite positioning and Bluetooth functionality, packaged in a 270 mm² form factor. The module enables ...

Broadband low-noise amplifier
29 May 2019, RF Design

Custom MMIC’s CMD283 is a broadband MMIC low-noise amplifier (LNA) that operates from 2 to 6 GHz (S and C bands). The device delivers 27 dB of gain with a corresponding noise figure of 0,6 dB at 4 GHz ...

The ultimate wireless mesh for Industrial IoT in SA?
29 May 2019, Altron Arrow, This Week's Editor's Pick

Analog Devices’ SmartMesh could help with predictive maintenance of the largely metal and concrete buildings which include industrial plants, data centres, commercial buildings, bridges and tunnels.