The TriQuint TGA4943-SL is a three stage optical modulator driver amplifier designed to operate at frequencies that target the 28 Gb/s optical market using an 14.4 x 7 x 2 mm surface mount system in package (SIP). The TGA4943-SL consists of three high performance wideband amplifiers assembled in a surface mount package combined with a minimum of off-chip components. A single TGA4943-SL placed between the MUX and Optical Modulator provides OEMs with a modulator driver surface mount solution.