UHF Receiver Seeks Low-Power Designs

Described as a low-power device, the MICRF009 UHF receiver consumes an operating current of 2.9 mA at 315 MHz and seeks residence in the automotive, industrial, and consumer markets. Operating frequency range is from 300 to 440 MHz. Compared to previous MICRF00x series chips, the IC features a sensitivity that is typically 6 dB higher. Similarly, it also offers a quicker recovery from shutdown, in the realm of 1 ms, and a data rate up to 2 Kb/s. Price is $1.88 each/1,000. MICREL INC, San Jose, CA. (408) 435-2452.