Low power data decision IC for 20-40 Gbit/s data links using 0.2 /spl mu/m AlGaAs/GaAs HEMTs

A decision IC for optical data links at bit rates of 20-40 Gbit/s has been realised by using 0.2 /spl mu/m AlGaAs/GaAs HEMT technology and tested on-wafer at bit rates up to 25 Gbit/s. The IC can be operated with a supply from /spl sim/3.3 to 5.2 V and a DC current of /spl sim/50 mA.