u-blox Announces MAX-6, Ultra-Compact GPS Modules For Industrial Applications

MAX-6 family works seamlessly with u-blox wireless modems to save space, power, and costs

u-blox announces the MAX-6, a new family of ultra-miniature, rugged GPS modules optimized for industrial and telematics applications.

The MAX-6 family delivers all the benefits of the u-blox 6 GPS platform in a more compact form factor than ever before: high-sensitivity, intelligent power management and seamless operation with u-blox' 2G and 3G wireless module families LEON and LISA. MAX comes in an ultra-compact, easy-to-mount 9.7 x 10.1 mm LCC package, and supports industrial temperature range.

"Our customers are demanding smaller footprints, and lower power requirements for GPS positioning, as well as embedded wireless connectivity", said Herbert Blaser, VP Business Marketing at u-blox, "MAX has been designed as the perfect positioning partner for our LEON and LISA wireless modems, enabling the design of robust, ultra-small tracking devices that can be mounted in harsh, covert environments."

MAX integrates either a cost-effective standard crystal or TCXO for high performance applications down to 1.8 V.

MAX-6 modules are manufactured in ISO/TS 16949 certified sites. Qualification tests on MAX-6 modules are performed as stipulated in the ISO16750 standard: "Road vehicles – Environmental conditions and testing for electrical and electronic equipment".

Samples are available in April 2011, immediately followed by production ramp-up.

For more information, visit the MAX-6 webpage(http://www.u-blox.com/en/gps-modules/pvt-modules/max-6.html)

About u-blox
u-blox is a leading fabless semiconductor provider of embedded positioning and wireless communication solutions for the consumer, industrial and automotive markets. Our solutions enable people, devices, vehicles and machines to locate their exact position and wirelessly communicate via voice, text or video. With a broad portfolio of GPS modules, chips, and software solutions together with wireless modules and solutions, u-blox is uniquely positioned to enable OEMs to develop innovative solutions quickly and cost-effectively. Headquartered in Switzerland and with global presence in Europe, Asia and the Americas, u blox employs 200 people. Founded in 1997, u-blox is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange. For more information, visit www.u-blox.com

SOURCE: u-blox