CML Micro Released New Power Amplifier
The CMX90A002 amplifier aims to reduce PCB space requirements for engineers in the 868 MHz and 915 MHz ISM bands.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Consumer Electronics
CML Micro has launched its CMX90A002 power amplifier, a device designed to support flexible power architectures across the 860 MHz to 960 MHz frequency range. The component is intended to help engineers minimize board space while maintaining compatibility with diverse battery technologies.
Why it matters
Engineers are increasingly seeking to optimize board space while maintaining broad support for different power architectures in their designs. This component allows for the use of a common amplifier platform across products, simplifying development for devices operating in ISM bands.
The CMX90A002 measures 3 mm by 3 mm and operates within a voltage range of 1.9 V to 4.5 V. It provides coverage for both the 868 MHz and 915 MHz licence-free ISM bands.
The players
CML Micro
This company is a provider of semiconductors for communications and industrial markets.
DigiKey
This global distributor offers a wide selection of electronic components and semiconductors.
Mouser
This organization functions as a worldwide authorized distributor of electronic components.
RFMW
This distributor specializes in radio frequency and microwave components for various applications.
The details
The device features a compact footprint that is 44 percent smaller than previous 4 mm by 4 mm models, helping designers save space on printed circuit boards. It accommodates various battery technologies and voltage variations to ensure it can be utilized in products with differing power requirements.
Timeline
October 4 to 9, 2026: CML Micro will showcase the CMX90A002 at European Microwave Week in London.
The Tech Race
The CMX90A002 marks a departure from the 4 mm by 4 mm power amplifier package form factor. The launch highlights an ongoing industry transition toward smaller, more efficient 3 mm by 3 mm footprints to accommodate increasingly compact consumer electronics.
Engineers and product developers can source the new amplifier through partners like DigiKey, Mouser, and RFMW to integrate into upcoming hardware projects. The smaller footprint provides more layout flexibility for developers working on space-constrained consumer devices.
The takeaway
This launch demonstrates how manufacturers are prioritizing miniaturization to support increasingly compact wireless designs. Engineers should evaluate their existing board layouts to determine if the 44 percent size reduction offered by this platform aligns with their current power architecture needs.
What happens next
CML Micro will host a product showcase for the CMX90A002 at European Microwave Week 2026, held at ExCeL London from October 4 to 9, 2026.
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