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TTM Technologies Introduces Innovative Radio Frequency Components for Telecom Band n104 to Enhance 5.5G Applications
December 12, 2024 | Globe NewswireEstimated reading time: Less than a minute
TTM Technologies, Inc., a leading global manufacturer of technology solutions including mission systems, radio frequency (RF) components and RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies and printed circuit boards (PCBs) has expanded its Radio Frequency and Specialty Components (RF&S) product offering by releasing a family of components supporting telecom band n104, an emerging band extension for 5.5G applications.
This release includes 18 new balun transformers, hybrid couplers, power dividers, RF crossovers, and terminations. These new products deliver superior performance and are an exceptionally effective overall cost solution with industry-standard Xinger® brand reliability. They have been specifically designed for needs in the 6.4 – 7.2 GHz band.
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