Semtech Demonstrates New 53GBaud PAM4 Linear Driver and Transimpedance Amplifier at OFC 2017


High-performance IC platform supports next-generation 100G optical networking modules

LOS ANGELES – Optical Fiber Conference and Exhibition (OFC), March 20, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Semtech Corporation (Nasdaq:SMTC), a leading supplier of analog and mixed-signal semiconductors, today announced a new 53GBaud PAM4 linear driver and transimpedance amplifier for 100G and 400G optical networking modules at OFC 2017. Semtech will privately demonstrate the new chipset in its OFC booth (#2575) at the Los Angeles Convention Center March 21-23.

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The new 53GBaud PAM4 linear driver and transimpedance amplifier chipset supports the rapid adoption of 100G optical networking modules by hyperscale and cloud data center customers that are upgrading capacity and throughput. These high-bandwidth linear products reduce required optical components compared to NRZ or 26GBaud PAM4-based solutions, enabling lower cost modules and a streamlined roadmap to 400G (4x100G) optical networking applications.

“53GBaud PAM4 technology provides the optimal path to both 100G and 400G by creating a cost-efficient, integrated solution for customers,” said Imran Sherazi of Marketing and Applications for Semtech’s Signal Integrity Products Group. “The integrated solution provides a seamless interface to PAM4 optics and is tailored to next-generation 100G modules expected to pave the way to 400G.”

The GN1189 is a high-bandwidth 53GBaud linear modulator driver, and the GN1089 is a high-performance, low-noise linear 53GBaud transimpedance amplifier. The OFC demonstration also includes a Receiver Optical Sub-Assembly (ROSA).

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The Optical Fiber Conference and Exposition (OFC) is the largest global conference and exhibition for optical communications and networking professionals. For more than 40 years, OFC has drawn attendees from all corners of the globe to meet and greet, teach and learn, make connections and move business forward.

OFC includes dynamic business programming, an exhibition of more than 600 companies, and high impact peer-reviewed research that, combined, showcase the trends and pulse of the entire optical networking and communications industry. OFC is managed by The Optical Society (OSA) and co-sponsored by OSA, the IEEE Communications Society (IEEE/ComSoc), and the IEEE Photonics Society.  OFC 2017 will be held from 19-23 March 2017 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, California, USA. Follow @OFCConference, learn more OFC Conference LinkedIn and watch highlights OFC YouTube.

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Semtech Corporation is a leading supplier of analog and mixed-signal semiconductors for high-end consumer, enterprise computing, communications, and industrial equipment. Products are designed to benefit the engineering community as well as the global community. The Company is dedicated to reducing the impact it, and its products, have on the environment. Internal green programs seek to reduce waste through material and manufacturing control, use of green technology and designing for resource reduction. Publicly traded since 1967, Semtech is listed on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol SMTC. For more information, visit www.semtech.com

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Semtech Demonstrates New 53GBaud PAM4 Linear Driver and Transimpedance Amplifier at OFC 2017

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