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DW3110

Ultra Wideband Transceiver

The DW3110 is a ultra wideband transceiver from Qorvo. View the full DW3110 datasheet below including key specifications, electrical characteristics, absolute maximum ratings.

DW3110 shares its datasheet with DW3110TR13, whose page lists every part number it covers.

Official DW3110 datasheet (PDF) — the source this page was extracted from.

Manufacturer

Qorvo

Category

Ultra Wideband Transceiver

DW3110 Key Specifications

ParameterValue
PackagingBag
SecurityIntegrated HW AES 256
StandardIEEE 802.15.4-2015 UWB, IEEE 802.15.4z (BPRF mode)
Data Rates850 kbps and 6.8 Mbps
SPI InterfaceUp to 36 MHz
Load Impedance50 Ω single-ended
Channel Bandwidth499.2 MHz
Location Accuracy10 cm
Max Packet Length1023 bytes
Supported ChannelsChannel 5 (6489.6 MHz) and Channel 9 (7987.2 MHz)
Package Options (Family)QFN40 5x5 mm, WLCSP52 3.1x3.5 mm
Transmit Power Level Range30 dB
Output Power Spectral Density-31 dBm/MHz max (DW3110)
Supply Voltage (Test Condition)3.0 V

DW3110 Overview

Part: DW3110TR13 — Decawave

Type: Ultra Wideband (UWB) Transceiver IC

Description: Single-chip 6.5 GHz to 8.0 GHz Ultra Wideband (UWB) low-power transceiver compliant with IEEE 802.15.4-2015 and IEEE 802.15.4z, supporting data rates up to 6.8 Mbps and asset location accuracy to 10 cm.

Operating Conditions:

  • Operating temperature: -40 to 85 °C

Absolute Maximum Ratings:

  • Max supply voltage: 4 V
  • Max junction/storage temperature: 150 °C

Key Specs:

  • Frequency channels: Channel 5 (6489.6 MHz) and Channel 9 (7987.2 MHz)
  • Supported data rates: 850 kbps and 6.8 Mbps
  • Host interface: SPI up to 36 MHz
  • Maximum packet length: up to 1023 bytes
  • Ranging accuracy: to 10 cm
  • Receiver maximum input power: 14 dBm
  • ESD rating (HBM, Class 2): 2000 V
  • ESD rating (CDM, Class C2a): 500 V

Features:

  • IEEE 802.15.4-2015 UWB and IEEE 802.15.4z (BPRF mode) compliance
  • Supports 2-way ranging, TDoA, and PDoA location schemes
  • Enhanced Time-of-Flight security modes with integrated HW AES 256
  • Integrated MAC support features
  • Integrated TX/RX switch and on-chip temperature and voltage monitors
  • On-chip OTP memory for calibration storage
  • Compatible with coin cell power schemes

Applications:

  • Precision real-time location systems (RTLS) in healthcare, consumer, and industrial markets
  • Presence detection for secure entry and secure payment
  • Location-aware wireless sensor networks

Package:

  • QFN40 (5 mm × 5 mm)
  • WLCSP52 (3.1 mm × 3.5 mm)

DW3110 Features

  • IEEE802.15.4-2015 UWB IEEE802.15.4z (BPRF mode)
  • Supports channels 5 & 9 (6489.6 MHz & 7987.2 MHz)
  • Supports 2-way ranging, TDoA and PDoA location schemes
  • Low external component count
  • Supports enhanced Time-ofFlight security modes
  • Integrated HW AES 256
  • Worldwide UWB Radio Regulatory compliance
  • Low power consumption
  • Data rates of 850 kbps and 6.8 Mbps
  • Packet length up to 1023 bytes
  • Integrated MAC support features
  • Up to 36 MHz SPI interface
  • QFN40 (5mm x 5 mm) and WLCSP52 (3.1mm x 3.5mm) package options

DW3110 Applications

  • Precision real time location systems (RTLS) using two-way ranging, TDoA or PDoA schemes in a variety of markets:
  • o Healthcare
  • o Consumer
  • o Industrial
  • Presence detection for secure entry and secure payment
  • Location aware wireless sensor networks

High Level Functional Diagram

High Level Functional Diagram

DW3110 Pin Configuration

The DW3000 chip can be supplied in two packages, QFN (40 pads) or WLSCP (52 balls). The pin assignments for packages is illustrated in Figure 2 and Figure 3 and the description is given in Table 2 below.

Figure 2: The QFN Top view pin assignments

Figure 3: The WLCSP pin assignments

DW3110 Electrical Characteristics

Tamb = 25 ˚C, all supplies at 3.0 V.

Table 5: DC Characteristics

ParameterMin.Typ.Max.UnitsCondition/Note
Supply current DEEP SLEEP mode260nA
Supply current SLEEP mode850nA
Supply current IDLE_PLL mode channel 518mA
Supply current IDLE_PLL mode channel 932mA
Supply current IDLE_RC mode8mA
Supply current OSC start-up1.5mA
Current single frame Tx/Rx with 47μF capacitorCurrent single frame Tx/Rx with 47μF capacitorCurrent single frame Tx/Rx with 47μF capacitorCurrent single frame Tx/Rx with 47μF capacitorCurrent single frame Tx/Rx with 47μF capacitorCurrent single frame Tx/Rx with 47μF capacitor
TX CH514mARefer to section 6.4.1 for details of single TX frame configuration.
TX CH917mARefer to section 6.4.1 for details of single TX frame configuration.
RX CH516mARefer to section 6.4.3 for details of single RX frame configuration.
RX CH919mARefer to section 6.4.3 for details of single RX frame configuration.
Peak current continuous Tx/RxPeak current continuous Tx/RxPeak current continuous Tx/RxPeak current continuous Tx/RxPeak current continuous Tx/RxPeak current continuous Tx/Rx
TX CH5 (nominal power @-41.3dBm/MHz) VDD223mAContinuous TX mode is only used as test mode. In normal device operation the TX is powered up for a frame transmission and then powered down.
TX CH5 (nominal power @-41.3dBm/MHz) VDD325mAContinuous TX mode is only used as test mode. In normal device operation the TX is powered up for a frame transmission and then powered down.
TX CH5 (maximum power @-32dBm/MHz 1 ). VDD229mAContinuous TX mode is only used as test mode. In normal device operation the TX is powered up for a frame transmission and then powered down.
TX CH5 (maximum power @-32dBm/MHz 1 ). VDD325mAContinuous TX mode is only used as test mode. In normal device operation the TX is powered up for a frame transmission and then powered down.
TX CH9 (nominal power @-41.3dBm/MHz). VDD224mAContinuous TX mode is only used as test mode. In normal device operation the TX is powered up for a frame transmission and then powered down.
TX CH9 (nominal power @-41.3dBm/MHz). VDD335mAContinuous TX mode is only used as test mode. In normal device operation the TX is powered up for a frame transmission and then powered down.
TX CH9 (maximum power @-32dBm/MHz 1 ). VDD229mAContinuous TX mode is only used as test mode. In normal device operation the TX is powered up for a frame transmission and then powered down.
TX CH9 (maximum power @-32dBm/MHz 1 ). VDD335mAContinuous TX mode is only used as test mode. In normal device operation the TX is powered up for a frame transmission and then powered down.
RX CH572mA
RX CH988mA
Digital input voltage high0.7 * VDD1V
ParameterMin.Typ.Max.UnitsCondition/Note
Digital input voltage low0.3 * VDD1Assumes 500 Ω load.
Digital output voltage high0.7 * VDD1Assumes 500 Ω load.
Digital output voltage low0.3* VDD1Assumes 500 Ω load.
Digital output drive current
GPIOx, IRQ0.8mAWhile these IO can drive higher currents than specified, this value should be considered a maximum for continuously loaded operation.
SPICDO810mA
EXTON34mA

DW3110 Absolute Maximum Ratings

Table 15: Absolute Maximum Ratings

ParameterMin.Max.Units
Supply voltage-0.34V
Receiver power14dBm
Storage temperature-65150°C
Operating temperature (Industrial)-4085°C
MSL (Moisture sensitivity level) for WLCSP package 111Level
MSL (Moisture sensitivity level) for QFN packages 111Level
ESD
Human Body Model (HBM, Class 2)2000V
Charged Device Model (CDM, Class C2a)500V

1 Note: Tested according JEDEC-JSTD-020 spec.

DW3110 Typical Application

Figure 32: DW3000 WLCSP Application Circuit

Note : The suggested crystal loading will vary depending on board layout and actual crystal used. BPF on pins RF1/RF2 may be required for certification in some regions that mandate conducted testing.

DW3110 Package Information

Figure 37: Package Dimensions WLCSP

Variants on the same datasheet

These parts have exact links to the same datasheet. They are candidates to compare, not verified drop-in replacements; check package, pinout and electrical limits.

Part NumberManufacturerPackage
DW3110TR13Qorvo52-UFBGA, WLCSP
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