MACOM IMS 2025 Product Preview – Electronic Countermeasures

Rhea-AI Summary

MACOM Technology Solutions has unveiled a new wideband front end module (FEM) ENGSD00088 covering 2 to 18 GHz frequency range. The miniature multi-chip Transmit/Receive Module integrates GaN Power Amplifier, GaAs Low Noise Amplifier, and T/R switch in a single compact package. The transmit path features 2.5W typical saturated output power with 24% power added efficiency and 25 dB large signal gain. The receive path delivers 27 dB gain with 3.5 dB noise figure and 26 dBm OIP3, with input power handling up to +20 dBm and optional limiter protection. This product is designed for electronic countermeasures and phased array radar applications, offering mission-critical reliability and simplified system design. MACOM will showcase the FEM at IMS 2025 in San Francisco from June 17-19.

Positive

• Integrated multi-chip design reduces board space and simplifies system design
• High performance specifications with 2.5W output power and 24% PAE in transmit mode
• Versatile 2-18 GHz frequency range suitable for multiple applications
• Robust receive channel with optional limiter for additional protection

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• None.

LOWELL, Mass., June 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MACOM Technology Solutions Inc. (“MACOM”), a leading supplier of semiconductor products, today announced availability of a wideband front end module (FEM) covering 2 to 18 GHz. Ideal for electronic countermeasures (ECM) and phased array radar applications, the miniature multi-chip ENGSD00088 Transmit/Receive Module integrates a high power 3-stage Gallium Nitride (GaN) Power Amplifier (PA), a 3-stage Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) and a transmit/receive (T/R) switch with a fail-safe antenna termination, all within a compact package.

The transmit path delivers 2.5 W typical saturated output power with power added efficiency (PAE) of 24%, along with 25 dB of large signal gain. The receive side provides 27 dB of gain with a low noise figure of 3.5 dB and 26 dBm output third order intercept point (OIP3). The receive channel can handle input powers up to +20 dBm with an option to add a limiter for additional protection input power handling.

Ideally suited for wideband phased array architectures, the ENGSD00088 offers high gain in both transmit and receive modes, minimizes board space and simplifies system design, while its high performance allows mission-critical reliability. The FEM will be on display at MACOM’s Booth 943 at the upcoming International Microwave Symposium (IMS) in San Francisco, CA from June 17 to 19, 2025. Additionally, information and sample requests are available here.

About MACOM
MACOM designs and manufactures high-performance semiconductor products for the Telecommunications, Industrial and Defense, and Data Center industries. MACOM services over 6,000 customers annually with a broad product portfolio that incorporates RF, Microwave, Analog and Mixed Signal and Optical semiconductor technologies. MACOM has achieved certification to the IATF16949 automotive standard, the AS9100D aerospace standard, the ISO9001 international quality standard and the ISO14001 environmental management standard. MACOM operates facilities across the United States, Europe, Asia and is headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts. To learn more, visit www.macom.com.

Company Contact:
MACOM Technology Solutions Inc.
Stephen Ferranti
Vice President, Corporate Development and Investor Relations
P: 978-656-2977
E: stephen.ferranti@macom.com

FAQ

What are the key features of MACOM's new ENGSD00088 front end module?

The ENGSD00088 features 2-18 GHz frequency range, integrated GaN Power Amplifier, GaAs Low Noise Amplifier, T/R switch, 2.5W output power, 24% PAE, and high gain in both transmit (25 dB) and receive (27 dB) modes.

What applications is MACOM's ENGSD00088 designed for?

The ENGSD00088 is designed for electronic countermeasures (ECM) and phased array radar applications, offering mission-critical reliability.

What are the power specifications of MACOM's new front end module?

The transmit path delivers 2.5W typical saturated output power with 24% power added efficiency and 25 dB gain, while the receive path handles up to +20 dBm input power with 27 dB gain.

When and where will MACOM showcase the new ENGSD00088 module?

MACOM will showcase the ENGSD00088 at Booth 943 during the International Microwave Symposium (IMS) in San Francisco from June 17-19, 2025.