Infineon Introduces Single-Chip 24GHz Radar Solutions for Industrial and Commercial Sensor Systems
Neubiberg, Germany – October 4, 2012 – Infineon Technologies AG (FSE: IFX / OTCQX: IFNNY) today introduced its first single-chip radar solutions for applications in industrial and commercial sensing. Based on a SiGe process technology and operating in the 24GHz ISM band (24.0 – 24.25GHz), the new product family features the highest integration radar system-on-chip transceivers in the market and a companion receive only chip, which collectively provide system designers with the flexibility to achieve cost and performance targets in a diverse range of applications.

The three devices in the new family are the BGT24MTR11 (single transmit and single receive channel), BGT24MTR12 (single transmit and two receive channels) and BGTMR2 (twin receiver). Moving from one single receiver to two or more receive channels allows implementation of systems that detect objects more precisely and at wider angles.

The range of potential motion sensing applications for the new device family includes level monitoring in storage tanks (solids and liquids), lighting control, security systems, intelligent door openers and collision avoidance on industrial vehicles.

The single-chip solution in an industry standard QFN style package reduces the required board area by up to 30 per cent compared to discrete solutions in the market. The BGTMTRxx family simplifies designs and improves time to market by superseding external component matching and space consuming RF transmission lines. The resulting compact design, system flexibility and cost effectiveness of the solution make the BGT24MTRxx family useful for improving performance in existing applications and replacing alternative technologies.  

For energy efficient lighting, 24GHz Radar Systems are well-suited for adjusting the intensity level of street, industrial and office lighting by detecting moving objects or people in the designated area. The high resolution of the BGT24MTxxx family can make tank and silo level metering systems more accurate, as the system is not tricked by splashing liquid or dust. Door opening systems can also easily distinguish between someone approaching the door or a passerby. Another application is intruder alarms, where 24GHz radar can achieve room coverage area up to 270m² compared to 10m² for commonly used InfraRed (IR) systems.

The 3.3V BGT24MTR11 has a detection range up to 160m at 500mW power consumption and is accurate within millimeter range for near-field sensing applications. With standard VQFN package, no specialized equipment or processes are needed for production assembly and test of radar systems based on the BGT24MTRxx family.  

Availability and Pricing

Samples and design starter kits are available now. Pricing for the BGT24MTR11 device in sample quantities is Euro 12.00 / $16.00 per piece. Further information is available at www.infineon.com/24GHz-Radar.
About Infineon

Infineon Technologies AG, Neubiberg, Germany, offers semiconductor and system solutions addressing three central challenges to modern society: energy efficiency, mobility, and security. In the 2011 fiscal year (ending September 30), the company reported sales of Euro 4.0 billion with close to 26,000 employees worldwide. Infineon is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (ticker symbol: IFX) and in the USA on the over-the-counter market OTCQX International Premier (ticker symbol: IFNNY). Further information is available at www.infineon.com.
 
 
 
» Infineon Technologies
» Press Releases
» Press Release
Date: 04.10.2012 13:15
Number: INFPMM201210.001
» Press Photos

 Download der hochauflösenden Version...
The high resolution of the BGT24MTxxx family can make tank and silo level metering systems more accurate, as the system is not tricked by splashing liquid or dust.
» Contacts
Infineon Technologies AG

Media Relations
Tel: +49-89-234-28480
Fax: +49-89-234-9554521
media.relations@infineon.com

Investor Relations:
Tel: +49 89 234-26655
Fax: +49 89 234-9552987
investor.relations@infineon.com
» More Press Releases
15.05.2024 10:15
Infineon presents XENSIV™ TLE49SR angle sensor family with outstanding stray field robustness

14.05.2024 18:00
Infineon extends Management Board contracts of Andreas Urschitz and Rutger Wijburg

07.05.2024 07:33
Solid Q2 FY 2024. Prolonged weak demand in major target markets leads to a lowering of the forecast for the fiscal year. Program to strengthen competitiveness starts.

06.05.2024 10:00
Infineon provides a broad range of products for Xiaomi’s new SU7 smart electric vehicle

03.05.2024 11:15
Infineon introduces PSoC™ 4 HVPA-144K microcontroller for automotive battery management systems