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MT61389BN

  • The MTK MT61389BN is a highly integrated RF transceiver IC designed for modern wireless communication systems. Built for high-performance applications, it supports multi-band and multi-mode operations, making it an excellent choice for mobile devices, IoT, and embedded wireless systems. This transceiver covers a broad frequency range, supporting key cellular technologies such as GSM, EDGE, WCDMA, and LTE. Its versatility ensures compatibility with global network standards. The MT61389BN integrates several essential RF functions (e.g., low-noise amplifiers, mixers, and frequency synthesizers), streamlining the design process and reducing external component requirements.

Product description

The MTK MT61389BN is a versatile and efficient RF transceiver IC that combines high-performance features with energy-efficient operation. Its broad frequency support (400 MHz to 3.8 GHz) ensures that it can be used in a wide range of applications that require connectivity over various cellular and wireless bands, including 2G, 3G, and 4G LTE networks. This makes it an ideal solution for mobile devices, embedded systems, and IoT products that need global compatibility and robust network performance.

A key feature of the MT61389BN is the integration of several important RF components into a single chip. This includes low-noise amplifiers (LNAs), mixers, and frequency synthesizers, which simplify the design process and reduce the number of external components required. This integration not only saves space on the PCB but also reduces the overall system cost.

Energy efficiency is another key strength of the MT61389BN. Its low standby current and optimized active current consumption are critical for battery-operated devices, ensuring longer operational times without compromising performance. This is particularly important for mobile devices like smartphones and tablets, as well as IoT devices where power consumption is a key concern.

The MT61389BN is designed for high sensitivity and low noise, ensuring reliable communication even in environments with weak signal strength or heavy interference. This feature is essential for maintaining stable network connections in urban areas with high traffic or in rural locations with weak cellular signals. It delivers high-quality voice and data transmission by minimizing noise and maintaining signal integrity.

Additionally, the MT61389BN is packaged in a compact WLCSP/QFN format, making it ideal for integration into small, space-constrained devices such as wearables, health monitoring equipment, and industrial IoT devices. The device is also robust enough to withstand a wide operating temperature range of -40°C to +85°C, allowing it to perform reliably in diverse environmental conditions.


Specification parameters

  • Frequency Range: 400 MHz to 3.8 GHz, enabling compatibility with multiple cellular and wireless bands worldwide.

  • Supported Standards: GSM, EDGE, WCDMA, LTE (up to Cat-10), offering multi-mode operation for different regional and protocol requirements.

  • Channel Bandwidth: Supports LTE up to 20 MHz channel bandwidth, allowing high-speed data transfer and improved performance for LTE applications.

  • Receiver Sensitivity: < -100 dBm, ensuring reliable reception in challenging environments with weak signal conditions.

  • Transmit Power: Configurable transmit power settings to comply with regional regulatory requirements and specific use cases.

  • Supply Voltage: Operates within a flexible voltage range from 2.8V to 4.2V, making it compatible with various power configurations.

  • Current Consumption: Ultra-low standby current (< 1.5 mA) and efficient active current consumption (< 50 mA), contributing to extended battery life in mobile devices.

  • Package Type: Available in compact WLCSP/QFN package, ideal for space-constrained applications and minimizing the overall device footprint.

  • Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C, designed for both consumer and industrial-grade applications.

  • Interfaces: Equipped with SPI and MIPI RFFE interfaces, allowing seamless communication with baseband processors and other system components.


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