MAX2659 - SiGe GPS/GNSS LNA : weekend die-shot

Maxim Integrated MAX2659 is a low-noise (NF 0.8dB) SiGe RF amplifier for GPS/GNSS applications.

Microchip HCS301 KeeLoq : weekend die-shot

Microchip HCS301 is an old and popular code hopping encoder for remote controls.
Die size 2510x1533 µm, 1µm technology.



PS. Thanks Andrew for the chips!

OPUS Microsystems OP-6111 - MEMS 2D scanner : weekend die-shot

OPUS Microsystems OP-6111 is a sensor-less resonant 2D-tilting MEMS mirror for application requiring laser scanning (laser projectors, 3D scanning, photoresist exposure e.t.c). Electrostatic actuator.

Die size 3688x3180 µm, mirror is 1000 µm in diameter.

Silicon Labs Si8641 - quad channel digital isolator : weekend die-shot

Silicon Labs Si8641 uses capacitive coupling to implement digital isolation (up to 5kV, this model 2.5kV) as speeds of up to 1 Mbps.
This particular model (Si8641AB) contains 2 identical dies, apparently configured by bonding some of the pads on the sides.



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ST HCF4056 - BCD to 7 segment : weekend die-shot

ST HCF4056 is a CMOS BCD to 7 segment decoder/driver with strobed latch.

Maxim ds2401z - serial number chip : weekend die-shot

Dallas Semiconductor/Maxim DS2401 is a factory pre-programmed silicon serial number chip.
Right at the center of the die you can see 64-bit laser-trimmed ROM. Die size 1346x686 µm.