Huawei 3G, 4G Data Sharing Devices Rely on ANADIGICS Pentaband Power Amplifier

Radio frequency (RF) solutions provider ANADIGICS is reportedly providing a key component, its ALT6526 pentaband power amplifier, for use in Huawei's E5172 computer premises equipment (CPE) solution and the E5776 Wi-Fi hotspot. Both of Huawei's solutions enable multiple Wi-Fi devices to share a single 3G and/or 4G data connection simultaneously.

This isn't the first time that ANADIGICS has supplied its RF solutions for use in a Huawei product, as the company's AWT6621 fourth generation High-Efficiency-at-Low-Power WCDMA power amplifier appeared in the Huawei Honor smartphone last year.

Both the E5172 and E5776 rely on ANADIGICS' pentaband power amplifier, which offers speeds up to 150 Mbps with LTE Cat4, for cellular data connectivity. The E5172 differs from the E5776 in that it offers both Wi-Fi and Ethernet access to cellular connections.

"We are very pleased to have been selected for the new E5172 CPE and E5776 Wi-Fi hotspot devices and look forward to working closely with Huawei on future connectivity solutions," said Michael Canonico, senior vice president of Worldwide Sales at ANADIGICS.

The ANADIGICS ALT6526 pentaband power amplifier is suitable for various scenarios, including for 3G/4G computer modules, datacards, hotspots, or even automotive and M2M applications. The solution operates in DMA/EVDO, WCDMA/HSPA and LTE modes, while integrated amplification chains allow for "exceptional linearity and efficiency" in each supported band and band class — resulting in higher throughput and increased battery life.

Finally, the ALT6526 sports an inbuilt voltage regulator and directional coupler, as well as internal DC blocks on all RF ports for reduced RF space requirements.

"ANADIGICS' pentaband power amplifier provides a compelling path for multi-band and multi-mode cellular connectivity and M2M devices by delivering exceptional efficiency across all modes and frequency bands," added Canonico. "By combining this level of performance and integration in a single module, we can help achieve higher data throughput, extend battery-life, and save valuable PCB space."