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2009 Product Releases

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12/29/2009 Wide IF Bandwidth SMT Mixer Targets 7 - 43 GHz Up/Downconversion Applications

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced a new passive GaAs MMIC Fundamental Mixer, which is ideal for upconversion and downconversion applications in microwave radio, VSAT, military and space, test equipment and sensor applications from 7 to 43 GHz.

12/10/2009 Non-Reflective SPDT Switch is Ideal for Cellular and LTE/4G

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, announces the release of a new GaAs pHEMT SPDT (Single Pole, Double Throw) MMIC Switch which is ideal for automotive telematics, private mobile radio (PMR), cellular/3G, WiMAX/4G and test equipment applications from DC to 6 GHz.

12/07/2009 High Resolution IF and RF Digital Attenuators to 6 GHz

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced two new SMT packaged high resolution 6-Bit and 7-bit Digital Attenuators which are ideal for automotive, broadband, cellular/3G, WiMAX/4G, military and test & measurement equipment applications from DC to 6 GHz.

12/04/2009 New 1W Power Amplifier Modules for Telecom, Test & Military Applications

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced two new connectorized Power Amplifiers which provide high linearity, high output power and excellent gain flatness, making them ideal for telecom infrastructure, military & space and test instrumentation applications from 10 MHz to 6 GHz.

11/20/2009 New DC - 700 MHz, 10 kOhm TIA for Laser Sensor Applications

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced a new SMT packaged Transimpedance Amplifier (TIA), which is designed to meet the requirements of opto-electronic laser sensors, FDDI receivers and receiver systems employing optical-to-electrical conversion.

11/10/2009 Hittite Extends PLL with Integrated VCO Product Line

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced eight new SMT packaged PLLs with Integrated RF Voltage Controlled Oscillators (VCOs) which are ideal for Cellular Infrastructure, Broadband, LTE/4G and test equipment applications from 660 MHz to 5.1 GHz.

11/06/2009 Hittite Launches First MicroSynth® Integrated Synthesizer Module

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced the HMC-C070 MicroSynth® product, which is a fully integrated broadband synthesizer module. Operating from 5.5 to 10.5 GHz, the HMC-C070 MicroSynth® delivers excellent phase noise performance, and is ideal for military radar, EW, ECM, test & measurement and lab instrumentation applications.

11/03/2009 Hittite's New Power Detector is Ideal for High Volume 3G/4G Infrastructure

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced a new 54 dB Log Detector/Controller which is primarily targeted to high volume automotive, broadband, cellular/3G and WiMAX/4G applications between 50 MHz and 8 GHz.

10/22/2009 Hittite Launches New Family of 20 Gbps Clocked Comparators

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has launched a new family of 20 Gbps Clocked Comparators that offer a unique combination of low propagation delay for low input overdrive while minimizing propagation dispersion and power dissipation. The HMC874LC3C, HMC875LC3C and the HMC876LC3C are ideal for digital receivers, clock and data signal restoration, pulse spectroscopy, high speed instrumentation, medical imaging & diagnostics, and industrial systems.

10/14/2009 New PLL with Integrated VCO Product Line Enables Miniature LO Solutions

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced a new line of SMT packaged PLLs with Integrated Voltage Controlled Oscillators (VCOs) which are ideal for microwave radio, military, industrial sensors and test and measurement applications from 7.3 GHz to 13.4 GHz.

10/09/2009 Hittite Launches Industry Leading Commercial DRO Product Line!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced its first high performance Dielectric Resonator Oscillator (DRO). An exciting new product, the HMC-C200 is one of the lowest phase noise X-band DRO products in the industry.

09/30/2009 New GaAs MMIC Mixer Die Covers Up/Downconversion Applications from 6 - 26 GHz

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced a new passive GaAs MMIC Fundamental Mixer die, the HMC773, which will allow designers to address applications from 6 to 26 GHz. The HMC773 die is ideal for microwave radio, VSAT, military and space applications, test equipment and sensors.

09/09/2009 Hittite Releases I/Q Mixer/IRM for 10 to 16 GHz Microwave Radio & VSAT Applications

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced a new GaAs MMIC I/Q Mixer which is ideal for use as either an Image Reject Mixer or as a Single Sideband Upconverter in point-to-point and point-to-multi-point microwave radio, military & space and VSAT applications from 10 to 16 GHz.

09/07/2009 New SPDT T/R Switch is Ideal for High Power Transceivers

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, announces the release of a new GaAs pHEMT SPDT (Single Pole, Double Throw) MMIC T/R (Transmit/Receive) Switch which is ideal for automotive telematics, private mobile radio (PMR), cellular/3G, WiMAX/4G and test equipment applications from DC to 4 GHz.

08/31/2009 New SMT Mixer Targets 6 to 26 GHz Up/Downconversion Applications

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced a new passive, GaAs MMIC Fundamental Mixer which is ideal for upconversion and downconversion applications in microwave radio, VSAT, military & space, test equipment and sensor applications from 6 to 26 GHz.

08/25/2009 Hittite Launches New 1/2 Watt & 1 Watt MMIC Power Amplifiers for High Linearity Tx Chains

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced two new GaAs pHEMT, 1/2 Watt and 1 Watt Power Amplifiers which are ideal for high linearity transmit chains in Point-to-Point/Point-to-Multi-Point microwave radio, military & space, VSAT, and test applications from 16 to 24 GHz.

08/17/2009 Wideband LNAs for Microwave/mmWave Radio, Military & Test

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced four new GaAs pHEMT/HEMT MMIC Low Noise Amplifiers (LNAs) which are ideal for microwave and millimeterwave radio, VSAT, military & space, test instrumentation and sensor applications from 1 to 36 GHz.

08/07/2009 4x4 mm SMT LNAs for Microwave Radio, Military & Space, VSAT, Test & Sensors

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced three new SMT packaged GaAs pHEMT/HEMT MMIC Low Noise Amplifiers (LNAs) which are ideal for microwave radio, VSAT, military & space, sensors and test instrumentation applications from 2 to 28 GHz.

08/03/2009 New X-Band Amplifier Module Delivers Ultra Low Phase Noise

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced a new GaAs HBT Ultra Low Phase Noise Amplifier module which is ideal for high performance applications in microwave radio, military & space, radar systems, test instrumentation and synthesizers from 6 to 12 GHz.

07/30/2009 New SP4T Switch Module Delivers Low Insertion Loss from DC to 20 GHz

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced a new GaAs pHEMT MMIC SP4T switch module which is ideal for use in microwave radio, VSAT, military & space, fiber optic and broadband test applications from DC to 20 GHz.

07/23/2009 New HBT Driver Amplifier for Cellular/3G and WiMAX/4G Applications

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced a new SMT MMIC Driver Amplifier which is ideal for high linearity applications in Cellular/3G, WiMAX/4G, and fixed wireless equipment applications from 700 MHz to 2.8 GHz.

07/22/2009 75 Ohm Push-Pull Amplifier is Ideal for CATV Infrastructure and Subscribers

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced a new SMT MMIC Dual Channel Gain Block Amplifier which is ideal for push-pull applications in CATV/broadband infrastructure and subscriber applications from DC to 1000 MHz.

07/21/2009 New Double-Balanced Mixers Deliver IIP3 up to +40 dBm

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced two new SiGe BiCMOS MMIC Mixer RFICs which are ideal for upconversion and downconversion applications in broadband, Cellular/3G, WiMAX/4G and test equipment applications from 700 MHz to 2.2 GHz.

07/15/2009 New 1:2 Fanout Buffer Module Supports 50 Gbps Data Transmission

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced a new connectorized 1:2 Fanout Buffer module, which supports data transmission/clock rates of 50 Gbps/30 GHz, and is ideal for OC-768 and SDH STM-256 equipment, short, intermediate, and long haul optical transmitter modules, and broadband test and measurement applications.

07/07/2009 New Wideband Log Detector Spans 8 to 30 GHz Frequency Band

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has expanded its Power Detector product line to include a new Wideband Logarithmic Detector which is ideal for a wide range of applications including point-to-point microwave radio, VSAT, test & measurement, Receiver Signal Strength Indication (RSSI) and general wideband power monitoring from 8 to 30 GHz.

06/30/2009 Hittite Extends PLL Fractional-N Synthesizers to 14 GHz

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced two new SMT packaged PLL Fractional-N Synthesizers which are ideal for automotive, broadband, cellular/3G, WiMAX/4G, microwave radio and test and measurement applications from 100 kHz to 14 GHz.

06/16/2009 Dual Channel MMIC LNAs for Cellular/3G & WiMAX/4G Infrastructure

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced three new SMT packaged Dual Channel GaAs pHEMT MMIC Low Noise Amplifiers (LNAs) which are ideal for automotive, broadband, cellular/3G, WiMAX/4G and fixed wireless applications from 230 MHz to 2.2 GHz.

06/08/2009 New Non-Reflective SPDT Module covers DC -18 GHz!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, announces the release of a new GaAs MMIC SPDT non-reflective switch module for use in microwave radio, VSAT, military & space, fiber optic and broadband test equipment applications from DC to 18 GHz.

05/29/2009 HBT Gain Blocks Feature Ultra-Flat Gain and 1kV ESD Rating

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced two new SMT packaged GaAs InGaP HBT MMIC Gain Block Amplifiers which are ideal for automotive, broadband, CATV, cellular/3G, WiMAX/4G and fixed wireless applications from 50 MHz to 3 GHz.

05/27/2009 High Linearity, Wide Range VVAs Target Microwave & VSAT Radios!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, announces three new high linearity, wide range GaAs MMIC analog Voltage Variable Attenuator (VVAs) products that operate in the 5 to 30 GHz frequency band. These absorptive VVA products are an ideal choice for use in a wide range of military, space and commercial applications including point-to-point/multi-point and VSAT microwave radios, ECM, radar, microwave sensors, and test instrumentation.

05/05/2009 Hittite Adds Two Wideband Direct Modulators for 3G & 4G Applications

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced two new Wideband Direct I/Q Modulators which are ideal for automotive, broadband, cellular/3G, WiMAX/4G, military and test & measurement equipment applications between 20 and 4000 MHz.

05/01/2009 Hittite Launches Wideband LNA & Driver Amplifier SMTs

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced two new GaAs MMIC SMT Low Noise Amplifier and Driver amplifier products, which allow designers to address point-to-point microwave radio, military, space, VSAT, and test instrumentation applications from 14 to 40 GHz.

04/23/2009 Hittite Launches 20 GHz Signal Generator!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has launched the HMC-T2100, a new, easy to implement 10 MHz to 20 GHz Synthesized Signal Generator which provides the highest output power, lowest harmonic levels and broadest frequency range compared with any signal generator in its class for only $7,998.00.

04/10/2009 Hittite Adds Four Variable Gain Amplifiers for IF and RF Applications

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced four new Digital Variable Gain Amplifiers which are ideal for automotive, broadband, cellular/3G, WiMAX/4G, test & measurement equipment and military applications between 70 MHz and 4 GHz.

04/09/2009 New GaAs HEMT LNA Die Covers E-Band Applications from 71 - 86 GHz

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced a new GaAs HEMT MMIC Low Noise Amplifier die, the HMC-ALH508, which will allow designers to address E-band applications from 71 to 86 GHz. The HMC-ALH508 LNA die is ideal for automotive radar, military and space applications, wireless LANs, and ultra high capacity E-band communication systems.

04/06/2009 High Performance GaAs MMIC I/Q Upconverters Span 11 to 21 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 Upconverter products which span the input frequency range of 11 to 21 GHz, and are ideal for a multitude of applications including point-to-point radio, satellite communications, test & measurement, sensors, military radar, EW and ELINT. The HMC709LC5 and the HMC710LC5 are specified for operation from -40ºC to +85ºC, and utilize an I/Q mixer topology which reduces the need for filtering of the unwanted sideband, while simultaneously providing designers with a much smaller alternative to hybrid style single sideband upconverter assemblies.

03/28/2009 Hittite's New Wideband PA Module Covers 0.1 to 20 GHz!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced a new wideband power amplifier module for use in microwave radio, VSAT, military & space, fiber optic and broadband test equipment applications from 100 MHz to 20 GHz.

03/26/2009 New High Frequency MMIC VCOs Feature Dual Outputs

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has released four new SMT MMIC VCO products which provide low phase noise and high output power for point-to-point, industrial, VSAT, military and test equipment applications up to 15.5 GHz.

03/23/2009 New 43 - 50 Gbps Connectorized Logic Modules

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced four new high speed logic connectorized modules, which allow designers to address applications requiring data transmission rates up to 50 Gbps, and clock rates as high as 43 GHz. These high speed logic modules are ideal for OC-768 and SDH STM-256 equipment, short, intermediate, and long haul optical transmitter modules, and broadband test and measurement applications.

03/12/2009 New Active and Passive Multipliers to 90 GHz

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced three new GaAs MMIC Frequency Multipliers, which allow designers to address multiple bands between 8 and 90 GHz. These Frequency Multipliers also provide excellent fundamental and sub-harmonic suppression in a wide range of applications including clock generation, E-band communications, fiber optics, point-to-point microwave radio, VSAT, military, space, radar and test equipment.

02/27/2009 Hittite Launches New Limiting Amplifier Product Line!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced the first product in their new Limiting Amplifier Product Line. The HMC750LP4E Limiting Amplifier is designed to support data transmission rates up to 12.5 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 OC-192 receivers, 10 Gbps ethernet and fiber channel receivers, the HMC750LP4E also functions well in broadband test & measurement applications.

02/20/2009 Hittite Expands Log Detector/Controllers & SDLVAs Power Detector Line!

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, continues to expand its Power Detector product line to include an extensive range of industry-leading Logarithmic Detectors and SDLVAs which cover the entire 50 Hz to 20 GHz frequency range with best-in-class performance. Hittite now offers thirteen Power Detector products.

02/16/2009 New +3.3V High Speed Logic Family

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has extended the high speed logic product line by releasing six new pin-compatible industry replacement high speed logic products which are also optimized for faster rise and fall times, lower jitter and lower DC power requirements. These six logic products provide operating clock rates up to 26 GHz, and are ideal for deployment in optical systems, ATE, broadband test and measurement equipment, frequency synthesis, and radar signal processing systems.

02/11/2009 Hittite Adds Two Variable Gain Amplifiers for IF & RF Applications

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced two new Digital Variable Gain Amplifiers which are ideal for automotive, broadband, cellular/3G, WiMAX/4G, military and test & measurement equipment applications between 30 and 1000 MHz.

01/28/2009 Wideband LNA and Power Detector are Ideal for Test Equipment & 3G/4G Infrastructure

Hittite Microwave Corporation, the world class supplier of complete MMIC based solutions for communication & military markets, has introduced a new Low Noise Amplifier and a new 54 dB Log Detector /Controller which are ideal for automotive, broadband, cellular/3G, WiMAX/4G, military and test & measurement equipment applications between 100 MHz and 2.9 GHz.