KNOWLES

HEARING AID
COMPONENTS
PORTFOLIO
July 2022
 AGENDA

01 HEARING AID MICROPHONES

02 HEARING AID RECEIVERS

03 RIC MODULES

04 TELECOILS

05 PROGRAMMING ACCESSORIES

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01 HEARING AID MICROPHONES

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DEGREE OF HEARING LOSS

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HEARING AID TYPES

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HEARING AID MICROPHONES
MARKET OUTLOOK

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 HEARING AID MICROPHONES
MEMS EVOLUTION CONTINUES …

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HEARING AID MICROPHONES
MEMS SERIES EVOLUTION

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 MM20 AND µMM20

Model Product Description MOQ Standard Package

Family Qty (order in
multiples of
MM20-33366-000 MM20 71 dB A SNR, 1.3mm Height, 0.25mm 100 package qty)
Tray of 100
MM20-33366-B116* MM20 port
71 dB A SNR, 1.3mm Height, 0.25mm 1 200 Reel of 1,200
port, Tape & Reel, Phase Sequenced
MM20-33639-000 µMM20 69 dB A SNR, 0.96mm Height, 0.25mm 100 Tray of 100
MM20-33639-B116* µMM20 port
69 dB A SNR, 0.96mm Height, 0.25mm 1 200 Reel of 1,200
port, Tape & Reel, Phase Sequenced

*) Both mics are sequenced according to same spec when shipped on T&R (-B116 suffix)

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MM20 AND µMM20

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 MM20 AND µMM20
PHASE SEQUENCED MEMS

Parameter Unit Range Window / Reel Remarks

Window size 100 Number -- -- The number of sequentially positioned microphones which meet the matching criteria.
Phase 200Hz Degrees | 1.5 | Window Absolute range of deviation among microphones within a window or entire reel.
Sensitivity 1kHz dB | 1.0 | Window Absolute range of deviation among microphones within a window or entire reel.

MM20 series MM20 μMM20

Item Number MM20-33366-B116 MM20-33639-B116
Microphone Height (mm) 1.3 0.96
Window Size 100 units 100 units
Max Deviation: Phase (200 Hz) | 1.5 | degrees | 1.5 | degrees
Max Deviation: Sensitivity (1kHz) | 1.0 | dB | 1.0 | dB

Standard specifications
Tape and reel packaging : 1,200 pcs reel count
Phase sequenced within 100 unit, sequentially positioned microphone window
Highly versatile specifications and matching performance

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02 HEARING AID RECEIVERS

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HEARING AID RECEIVERS

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 HEARING AID RECEIVERS
OPTIMAL RECEIVER FOR EVERY POWER

Small to Low Power level

required
-->> FK series

Medium Power level required

-->> RAB or GD series

High Power level required

-->> GR or HODTEC series

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 HEARING AID RECEIVERS (1/4)

Series Picture Dimension (mm) Features

BK 7.87 x 5.59 x 4.04 High sensitivity; Responses include standard and broader band; Low distortion; Self-shielded for low
magnetic radiation; Wide range of port locations and impedances 2 and 3 terminal versions

CI 9.47 x 7.18 x 4.10 143dB SPL maximum output; Undamped response; Two and Three-terminal electrical connection;
Various port locations; Wide range of coil impedances

DFK 5.00 x 2.73 x 3.86 130dB SPL maximum output; Low Vibration

DTEC 7.87 x 4.09 x 5.23 Dual elements with single sound port; Increased output; Reduced vibration; Enable hi-fi designs

EC/FEC 7.59 x 4.34 x 3.73 High sensitivity; Ferrofluid available for screenless damping and improved shock performance; Low
distortion; Self-shielded for low magnetic radiation; Wide range of impedances 2 and 3 terminal
versions

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 HEARING AID RECEIVERS (2/4)

Series Picture Dimension (mm) Features

ED/FED 6.32 x 4.31 x 2.97 Compact size - 0.081cc; Appreciable output power - 112dB nominal, 129dB maximum; Two-terminal zero-bias and
three-terminal center-tapped configurations; Undamped, screen damped, internally damped, and FerrofluidTM
damped responses with 2dB, 4dB, or 6dB peak amplitude; Numerous port locations; Wide range of coil impedances;
Available with FerrofluidTM technology for screenless damping and improved shock performance
EF/FEF 7.87 x 5.59 x 4.01 For all ranges of BTE applications 139dB SPL maximum output; Two-terminal zero-bias and three-terminal center-
tapped configurations; Broad bandwidth for improved sound quality; Undamped, screen damped and FerrofluidTM
damped responses with 2dB, 4dB, or 6dB peak amplitude; Numerous port locations; Wide range of coil impedances;
Available with PantographTM, FerrofluidTM, and Vibration IsolationTM technologies
EH/FEH 5.19 x 3.55 x 3.00 128dB SPL maximum output; Two-terminal zero-bias and three-terminal center-tapped configurations; Undamped,
screen damped, internally damped, and FerrofluidTM damped responses with 2dB, 4dB, or 6dB peak amplitude;
Numerous port locations; Wide range of coil impedances; Available in Class-D amplified version as ES or FES receiver

EJ 6.33 x 4.32 x 5.97 135dB SPL maximum output; Low Vibration

FC/FFC 5.17 x 3.55 x 3.00 127dB SPL maximum output; Available in High-Output HC receiver version - even more MPO Two-terminal zero-bias
with rounded and three-terminal center-tapped configurations; Undamped, screen damped, internally damped, and FerrofluidTM
corners. damped responses with 2dB or 4dB peak amplitude; Numerous port locations; Wide range of coil impedances;
Available with FerrofluidTM technology offering screenless damping and improved shock performance; Available in
Class-D amplified version as FD and FFD receiver

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 HEARING AID RECEIVERS (3/4)

Series Picture Dimension (mm) Features

FH/FFH 5.09 x 2.80 x 2.59 124dB SPL maximum output; Two-terminal zero-bias and three-terminal configurations; Undamped,
screen damped, internally damped, and FerrofluidTM damped responses with 2dB, 4dB, or 6dB peak
amplitude; Numerous port locations; Wide range of coil impedances; Available with FerrofluidTM
technology offering screenless damping for superior shock performance and reduced receiver
vibration
FJ 5.08 x 2.79 x 5.18 129dB SPL maximum output; Low Vibration

FK 5.00 x 2.73 x 1.93 123dB SPL maximum output; Two-terminal zero-bias configuration; Undamped, screen damped, and
internally damped responses; Numerous port locations; Wide range of coil impedances; Wide
bandwidth version available - ideal for patients with mild to moderate high-frequency hearing loss.
GD 5.99 x 3.10 x 2.59 High sensitivity; Low vibration; Low magnetic radiation; Wide range of port locations and
impedances
GR 6.10 x 3.20 x 4.32 High sensitivity; Low vibration; Low magnetic radiation; Wide range of port locations and
impedances

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 HEARING AID RECEIVERS (4/4)

Series Picture Dimension (mm) Features

HC/FHC 5.17 x 3.55 x 3.00 In-ear size receiver; Improved low frequency headroom
with rounded
corners.
RAB 5.28 x 2.96 x 2.58 Popular form factor; Excellent efficiency for its size Low magnetic radiation; Ideal for small hearing
aids including RIC; Also for Bluetooth headsets & communications earpieces
TEC 7.87 x 4.09 x 2.79 Ultra-thin; Wideband output

TWFK 5.00 x 2.73 x 3.86 Dual elements with single sound port; Extreme wideband capability; Unique woofer/tweeter design;
Mechanical shock resistance

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 RAQ SERIES TARGETING
OTC HEARING AID MARKET

RAQ series is a new medium-power, full-range balanced armature receiver developed for high volume hearing
health products.

The balanced armature receiver’s small size and high output delivers up to 116dB Sound Pressure Level (SPL) at
500Hz, making it optimally positioned to meet the performance requirements for hearing health products.

Following a recently proposed ruling from the US Food and Drug Administration, the over -the-counter (OTC)
hearing devices are intended to broaden access to hearing aid technology for millions of Americans. Knowles’
RAQ-33862-000 receiver is well-positioned to serve this expanding market opportunity.

RAQ balanced armatures leverage Knowles’ state -of-the-art manufacturing automation technology to bring
increased reliability, tightened performance tolerances, and improved supply chain traceability in a high
throughput operation specifically optimized for high volume balanced armature production.

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Features :
▪ Highly automated assembly for consistent volume
production
▪ Full traceability at unit level
▪ Exceptionally small full-range driver
▪ Ideal for true wireless hearables where small size is critical

Outline drawing : mm (inches)

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03 RIC MODULES

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 RECEIVER-IN-CANAL (RIC) MODULES

Model Receiver Sub- Description MOQ

series receiver FK based
series
RVA-90020-NXX FK WBFK Intech Joint MKT RIC products 100
RVA-90063-NXX GD GD Intech Joint MKT RIC products 100
RVA-90080-NXX TEC TEC Intech Joint MKT RIC products 100
GD based
RVA-90091-NXX FK WBFK Generic RIC no connector 100
RVA-90092-NXX GD GD Generic RIC no connector 100
RVA-90237-NXX FK FK Generic HiFit RIC 100
RVA-90238-NXX HC HC Generic HiFit RIC 100

Small to Low Power level required -->> FK series

Medium Power level required -->> RAB or GD series
High Power level required -->> HC, GR or HODTEC series TEC based

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04 TELECOILS

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 TELECOILS

Knowles telecoils can be designed as passive, surface mount, active gain, and radio
frequency solutions — including improved EMI performance on active units
Various electrical and mounting configurations are available
5300 series active telecoils feature RFI suppression

Series Picture Dimensions Features

5100 passive 1.2 D - 3.21 D x 4.94 L o Various electrical parameters available
series - 8.03 L o Various sizes available
o Solid or Litz wire leads
o Polyurethane coating on coil
o Radial or axial lead configuration

5300 active 5.33 x 2.54 x 3.32 • RFI (Radio Frequency Interference) suppression
series • Integrated preamplifier
• ESD protection
• Plastic sleeve to protect coil
• Optional sleeveless version available
• Insulated leads

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05 PROGRAMMING
ACCESSORIES

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 PROGRAMMING ACCESSORIES

Knowles provides a vast array of accessory solutions to interface between any

hearing device and remote programming devices. Programming cables can be
designed to suit standard or unique interfaces, including SMT socket styles
Series Picture Dimensions Features
0009 connector 2.1 x 2.2 (3.15 Flange o Compatible with all standard cable assemblies
sockets Dia) o 3-, 4- or 5-pin terminals available
o Multiple socket cap styles and colors available
o Insulated leads
o Terminal flexible or rigid
o Socket covers available in different styles and colors
009P 50cm L, 75cm L, 150cm • Industry standard micro-plug
programming L, 200cm L, or 250cm L • Gold plated contacts provide high durability
cables • High quality flexible cables
• High quality strain relief, test to 10,000 bends
• Optional color dot marking
• Choice of plug colors
• Choice of mini-DIN styles
9201 25mm L or 200mm L o Compatible replacement parts for all current flex programming systems
programming o Improved design increases flexibility and reduces contact breaks
flex grip with o Space saving solution: no socket in the hearing aid
socket cables o The battery and the battery door need not be removed during programming
of the hearing aid

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