Design Support
Expert MMIC design services through UMS preferred design centers
UMS Preferred Design Centers
Professional MMIC design services for customers without in-house design resources
For customers lacking in-house design resources or with limited MMIC design expertise, UMS recommends the design services of MEC (UK) and Viper RF (UK) - well-established design houses with extensive experience using UMS foundry services. Outsourcing MMIC design to these UMS preferred design centers is a highly recommended option for companies seeking design expertise and cost-effectiveness.
Design Partners
Two authorized design houses supporting UMS processes
MEC (UK)
Established in 2004, MEC has designed over 200 MMICs on UMS advanced III-V processes, mainly for space, military, and telecom applications. Strengths include high-power GaAs and GaN MMICs up to millimeter bands, in-house thermal modeling expertise, and on-field applicative support.
Core capabilities: LNA, PA, mixer, and multi-function MMIC design up to 105 GHz. Space-qualified designs with full traceability.
Viper RF (UK)
Established in 2008, Viper RF custom designs GaAs & GaN MMICs for applications from 1-150 GHz. Globally recognized MMIC supplier with deliveries into the most demanding commercial, defence, and space markets.
Core capabilities: Ultra-wideband MMICs, multi-functional modules, and complete transmit/receive chain design.
In-House Design Support
Customers with in-house design capabilities receive full technical assistance from the UMS engineering team, including PDK training, design rule checking (DRC), design review, and process optimization guidance.
Support includes: PDK installation support, design rule document access, and technical consultation throughout the design cycle.
PDK & Design Resources
Complete design kit support for Keysight ADS, Cadence AWR, and ANSYS HFSS
Process Design Kit (PDK)
Full PDK with device models, layout parameterized cells (PCells), design rule checking (DRC), and layout vs. schematic (LVS) decks for all UMS foundry processes.
Design Rule Manual
Comprehensive documentation covering layout geometry rules, layer definitions, metal stack, via placement, and RF grounding guidelines for each process option.
Design Review Service
UMS engineering team provides design review before tape-out, checking layout vs. design rules, device sizing, and RF performance feasibility - reducing design iteration risk.
Need MMIC design support?
Contact TMT to discuss your MMIC design requirements. We coordinate with UMS and their preferred design centers to provide complete design-to-delivery services.
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