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2010 Press Releases

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09/01/2010 Hittite Releases New 13, 28 & 45 Gbps High Speed Logic Products in SMT!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets has expanded its High Speed Logic product line with the release of four new logic devices including a 28 Gbps 1:2 Fanout Buffer, a 13 Gbps 1:4 Fanout Buffer, and two XOR/XNOR gates operating at 28 Gbps and 45 Gbps. These devices are ideal for a wide range of new and emerging optical, networking, and storage area network (SAN) standards including: 40/100 GbE, 40G (D)QPSK ,100G DP-QPSK, 14G Fiber Channel and Infiniband EDR, and broadband test equipment.

08/31/2010 New High Frequency Power Amplifiers cover 16 – 86 GHz

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, announces the release of two new chip and one new SMT GaAs pHEMT MMIC Power Amplifiers which are ideal for military EW, test & measurement equipment, and telecom applications from 16 to 86 GHz.

08/26/2010 New 12.5 Gbps Limiting Amplifier with Loss-of-Signal Detection!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets has expanded its Limiting Amplifier product line with the release of the HMC914LP4E, a Limiting Amplifier with Loss-of-Signal detection capability. The HMC914LP4E supports data rates up to 12.5 Gbps, and is ideal for SONET/SDH-based transmission systems, OC-192 Fiber Optic modules, 10 Gibabit Ethernet (GbE), 8x & 10x Fiber Channel, or for use as a wideband RF gain block.

08/25/2010 New I/Q Upconverter/Transmitters with VGA Cover 5.5 to 16 GHz

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced two new SMT packaged GaAs MMIC Upconverters with VGA which are ideal for point-to-point radio, satellite communications, test & measurement, and sensor applications from 5.5 to 16 GHz.

08/12/2010 New Low Noise Programmable Dividers for Signal Generation

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, announces the release of two new ultra low noise programmable frequency dividers which are ideal for use in signal generation architectures found in test equipment, laboratory systems and various military applications that operate from 100 MHz to 15 GHz.

07/26/2010 10 GHz Window Comparator in 9 mm2 SMT Package!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets has launched another industry first – a 10 GHz window comparator in a 9 mm2 SMT package! The HMC974LC3C window comparator features low overdrive and slew rate dispersion, low random jitter, and low power dissipation which make it ideal for a wide range of applications including clock and data restoration, communications, ATE, semiconductor test systems, high speed triggering, and EW systems.

07/23/2010 New Amplifier Modules Deliver Ultra-Low Phase Noise

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced a new series of GaAs HBT Ultra Low Phase Noise Amplifier modules which are ideal for high performance applications in microwave radio, military & space, radar systems, test instrumentation and synthesizers from 1.5 to 11 GHz.

07/20/2010 New Distributed Wideband Power Amplifiers Cover DC to 22 GHz

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, announces the release of two new chip and SMT GaAs pHEMT MMIC Power Amplifiers which are ideal for military EW, space, and test & measurement equipment applications from DC to 22 GHz.

07/17/2010 Three New 1-Bit Digital Attenuators Cover DC to 10 GHz

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced three new SMT packaged high linearity 1-Bit Digital Attenuators which are ideal for automotive, broadband, cellular/3G, WiMAX/4G, military and test & measurement equipment applications from DC to 10 GHz.

07/14/2010 Hittite Releases 13 GHz High Speed Logic Products in Plastic SMT!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets has released four new high speed logic products to complement its growing high speed logic product line. Operating with clock rates up to 13 GHz, and housed in plastic SMT packages, the HMC720LP3E, HMC721LP3E, HMC722LP3E, and the HMC723LP3E are ideal for deployment in high volume applications ranging from bench test equipment, ATE, optical communications, medical and industrial systems to networking and military communications systems.

07/08/2010 New 28 Gbps 4:1 Multiplexer & 1:4 Demultiplexer Product Line!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets has launched the first two products in the new Multiplexer (Mux) & Demultiplexer (Demux) line. The HMC854LC5 4:1 Multiplexer, and the HMC855LC5 1:4 Demultiplexer support 28 Gbps data serialization and deserialization respectively, and are ideal for broadband test & measurement, SONET OC-192, and FPGA interfacing applications.

07/01/2010 Hittite’s New 10 MHz to 40 GHz Synthesized Signal Generator!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, is announcing our newest instrumentation product, the HMC-T2240. Priced at only $19,498.00, the HMC-T2240 is a 10 MHz to 40 GHz Synthesized Signal Generator which provides the highest output power, lowest harmonic levels and broadest frequency range compared with any signal generator of its size and cost.

06/15/2010 0.6 to 20 GHz & 2 to 20 GHz SDLVAs Offered in Die & Module Packaging!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets has launched two new Successive Detection Log Video Amplifiers (SDLVA) that operate over the 0.6 to 20 GHz and 2 to 20 GHz frequency ranges respectively. Available in die format, the HMC913 features power limiter circuitry at its RF input and carries a class 1A ESD rating (250 V HBM). The HMC913 and the HMC-C078 , which is available in miniature connectorized module packaging, are ideal for designers with space and power-constrained applications including EW and ELINT receivers, DF radar, ECM, IFM systems, and missile guidance.

06/14/2010 Hittite Introduces New Wideband Direct Modulator with Digitally Controlled VGA

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced a new Wideband Direct I/Q Modulator with VGA which is ideal for automotive, broadband, cellular/3G, WiMAX/4G, military and test & measurement equipment applications between 20 and 2800 MHz.

06/11/2010 Hittite Launches New Broadband Time Delay Product Line!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets has launched the HMC910LC4B - the first product in the new Broadband Time Delay product line. The HMC910LC4B is a DC to 24 GHz time delay product which is ideal for timing adjustment in complex digital applications including clock and data recovery, edge detection, NRZ-to-RZ conversion, data restoration and Mux/Demux applications.

06/09/2010 Hittite Releases High Speed 43-45 Gbps Logic Family in SMT!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has launched three new logic devices which support 43-45 Gbps data transmission and clock rates up to 43 GHz. These devices are ideal for a wide range of applications, and support many of the new and emerging optical, networking, and storage area network (SAN) standards including: 100 GbE, 40G (D)QPSK and 100G DP-QPSK.

06/04/2010 New GaAs MMIC I/Q Downconverter Family!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets has introduced three new I/Q Downconverters which are ideal for military radar, EW, satellite communications, point-to-point, and point-to-multipoint radio applications between 9 and 24 GHz.

05/28/2010 Industry’s First Complete Class-A Amplifier Biasing & Monitoring Solution!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets has launched the HMC920LP5E - the first product in its exciting new DC Power Management product line. The HMC920LP5E is the industry’s first complete Class-A amplifier biasing and monitoring solution, and is ideal for power management and control in automotive telematics, Cellular/3G, LTE/WiMAX/4G, broadband, military and test equipment applications.

05/27/2010 New Tri-Band Frequency Synthesizers with Integrated VCO!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets has introduced two full-featured Fractional-N PLL Frequency Synthesizers with integrated Voltage Controlled Oscillators (VCOs). The HMC838LP6CE and HMC839LP6CE synthesizers include a wideband, low noise VCO with auto-calibration subsystem, low noise PFD and dividers, and a precision charge-pump. These synthesizers provide exceptional noise performance and industry-leading spurious performance, while consuming only 650 mW.

05/24/2010 Hittite to Introduce 9 New Products at IMS 2010

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, today announced that it will introduce nine new products at the 2010 IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium and Exhibition. IMS 2010 will be held at the Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA, May 25 - 27, 2010. During the exhibition, these and other Hittite Microwave products will be on display. A live product demonstration area will showcase some of the company’s latest products, and an exciting instrumentation product raffle will be held in our 20’ x 30’ corporate exhibit, booth #2105.

05/12/2010 New SMT Double-Balanced Mixer for WiMAX/4G and Microwave Radio

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced a new Double-Balanced GaAs MMIC Mixer which is ideal for broadband/WiMAX, LTE/4G, microwave radio and test equipment applications from 3 to 10 GHz.

04/29/2010 Four New MMIC LNAs for Military and Microwave Radio Applications

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced four new chip and SMT packaged pHEMT GaAs MMIC Low Noise Amplifiers (LNAs) which are ideal for automotive, broadband, military EW, microwave radio and SatCom applications from 5 to 18 GHz.

04/21/2010 Industry’s First Battery Operated, Portable 20 GHz Synthesized Signal Generator!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has launched the HMC-T2100B, the first battery operated, 10 MHz to 20 GHz Portable Synthesized Signal Generator.

04/16/2010 New April 2010 Selection Guide Released!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, is pleased to announce the release of the April 2010 Product Selection Guide which summarizes over 825 products including 35 new products and two new product lines.

04/15/2010 Non-Reflective MMIC SP4T Covers DC to 20 GHz

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, announces the release of a ceramic SMT packaged GaAs pHEMT SP4T (Single Pole, Four Throw) MMIC Switch which is ideal for industrial sensors, test and measurement, microwave radio, military EW and space applications from DC to 20 GHz.

04/12/2010 High Performance GaAs MMIC Upconverter Covers 17.7 to 23.6 GHz

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced a new SMT packaged GaAs MMIC Sub-Harmonic Upconverter which is ideal for point-to-point radio, satellite communications, test & measurement, sensors, military radar, EW and ELINT applications from 17.7 to 23.6 GHz.

04/08/2010 Hittite Launches Two Low Cost, Highly Flexible RMS Power Detectors

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has launched two new low cost, highly flexible RMS Power Detectors for RF power measurement/control in Cellular/3G, LTE/WiMAX/4G, broadband, test equipment and military applications between DC and 5.8 GHz.

03/19/2010 New 0.6 to 20 GHz SDLVA Features RF Limited Inputs & 250 V ESD Rating

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has launched a new Successive Detection Log Video Amplifier (SDLVA) that operates over the full 0.6 to 20 GHz frequency range. Available in an extremely compact 4 x 4 mm surface mount package, the HMC913LC4B features RF limited input circuitry and carries a class 1A ESD rating (250 V HBM). The small size and wideband performance make the HMC913LC4B SDLVA ideal for designers with space and power-constrained applications including EW and ELINT receivers, DF radar, ECM, IFM systems, and missile guidance.

03/15/2010 Hittite’s 2010 Designer’s Guide Now Available!

Hittite Microwave Corporation (NASDAQ: HITT) announces the availability of our 15th edition Designer's Guide catalog for 2010. This popular publication includes 87 new RFIC, MMIC & Digitial Logic IC based standard Die, SMT, Module and Instrumentation products, 5 new product lines as well as quality, application & packaging/layout information.

03/10/2010 New Power Amplifier is Ideal for WiMAX and LTE/4G Applications

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, announces the release of a new GaAs InGaP HBT MMIC power amplifier which is ideal for automotive, broadband, WiMAX and LTE/4G applications from 2.3 to 2.8 GHz.

03/05/2010 New Power Amplifiers are Ideal for Military and Microwave Radio Applications

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, announces the release of two new GaAs pHEMT based power amplifier MMIC die which are ideal for automotive radar, medical, military, microwave radio, SATCOM and sensor applications from 24 to 29.5 GHz.

03/03/2010 Hittite to Feature New Fiber Optics Products at OFC/NFOEC 2010

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, today announced that it will feature a number of new Fiber Optic products at the OFC/NFOEC 2010 international conference for optical communications and networking at the San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, CA, March 23-25, 2010. During the exhibition, these and other Hittite Microwave products will be on display at our booth, #1549.

02/26/2010 Hittite Launches New Ultra-Compact Tunable Filter Product Line!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced its 25th product line, tunable filters, which are ideal for pre-selection in multi-band communication systems, wideband radar, and in test and measurement equipment. Tunable over a 1.0 GHz to 7.6 GHz frequency range, these four new, ultra-compact, varactor-tuned, MMIC filters are inherently stable and their small physical size and insensitivity to environmental conditions provide a superior alternative to competing resonant cavity and MEM solutions.

02/23/2010 Hittite Speeds ahead with New 28 Gbps, SMT D-Type Flip-Flop!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has launched its first D-Type Flip-Flop which supports 28 Gbps data transmission and clock rates up to 28 GHz. The HMC853LC3C is ideal for a wide range of applications, and supports many of the new and emerging optical, networking, and storage area network (SAN) standards including: 40/100 GbE, 40G (D)QPSK ,100G DP-QPSK, 14G Fiber Channel and Infiniband EDR.

02/16/2010 New SMT Double-Balanced Mixer for LTE/4G Infrastructure

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced a new GaAs MMIC Mixer with Integrated LO Amplifier, which is ideal for broadband, LTE/4G, and test equipment applications from 0.5 to 2.7 GHz.

02/12/2010 New 2 GHz Low Noise Programmable Frequency Divider

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced a new low noise, programmable frequency divider housed in a compact 3x3 mm, leadless QFN SMT plastic package, which is designed to accommodate power sensitive applications with uncompromising phase noise performance.

02/11/2010 Hittite Expands Limiting Amplifier Product Line!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has expanded its Limiting Amplifier Product Line to include two new SMT packaged products which are designed to support data transmission rates up to 43 Gbps, and can operate over a wide range of input voltage levels while providing a constant-level differential output voltage swing. Ideal for meeting the rigorous requirements of 100 GbE/100 Gbps Long Haul receivers and 40 Gbps QPSK & DQPSK receivers, the HMC865LC3C and the HMC866LC3C also function well as gain blocks for broadband test & measurement applications.

02/05/2010 DC - 20 GHz Mach-Zehnder & Electro-Absorptive Optical Modulator Drivers

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced two new SMT packaged Optical Modulator Drivers, which operate from DC to 20 GHz, and are designed to drive Lithium Niobate Mach-Zehnder (MZ) and Electro-Absorptive (EA) optical modulators with up to 8 Vp-p signals, while exhibiting low additive RMS jitter. Ideal for meeting the rigorous requirements of 10 GbE transmitters, VSR modules and 40 Gbps (D)QPSK modules, the HMC870LC5 and the HMC871LC5 also function well in broadband test & measurement applications.

02/05/2010 New January 2010 Selection Guide Released!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, is pleased to announce the release of the January 2010 Product Selection Guide which summarizes over 800 products including 54 new products and four new product lines.

01/12/2010 New Wideband VCO Module for OC-768 Fiber Optic Systems

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced a new connectorized, high performance VCO that operates over the 38.4 to 43.2 GHz band, and is ideal for OC-768 Fiber Optic Systems, millimeterwave subsystems, and a wide range of industrial, medical, lab and test equipment applications.

01/08/2010 New SMT I/Q Upconverters & Sub-Harmonic Mixer Cover 17.7 to 34 GHz

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced two new GaAs MMIC I/Q Upnconverters which cover 17.7 to 27 GHz, and a GaAs MMIC Sub-harmonic Mixer which operates from 24 to 34 GHz. All three devices are suitable for a wide range of applications including microwave radio, EW, ELINT, radar, SATCOM, test equipment and sensors.

01/06/2010 New Power Conditioning Product Line Introduced!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced its 24th product line, Power Conditioning, ideal for low noise voltage regulation in automotive telematics, cellular/4G, WiMAX/4G, military and test equipment applications.

01/05/2010 Hittite’s New Comparator Product Line Targets Medical, Industrial & ATE Applications

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced its 23rd product line, Comparators. Six new, high speed comparators deliver up to 20 Gbps speed at 50% lower power consumption compared with traditional comparator solutions. A unique combination of 10 GHz input bandwidth, low propagation delay dispersion, low jitter, and high input common-mode range, makes these comparators ideal for medical, industrial, ATE, military & space, high speed instrumentation and communications applications.

01/03/2010 New Clock Divider Supports 28 GHz Serial Data Transmission

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has launched a new SMT packaged low noise Divide-by-2, Divide-by-4 designed to support input clock frequencies as high as 28 GHz. The HMC791LC4B clock divider is ideal for use in serial data transmission systems, short, intermediate and long haul fiber optic systems, broadband test & measurement equipment, and 100 GbE applications.