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NRF21540

RF front-end module

The NRF21540 is a rf front-end module from Nordic Semiconductor ASA. View the full NRF21540 datasheet below including specifications and datasheet sections.

Manufacturer

Nordic Semiconductor ASA

Overview

Part: nRF21540, Nordic Semiconductor

Type: RF Front-End Module

Description: RF front-end module with integrated RF PA and LNA, supporting Bluetooth Low Energy, IEEE 802.15.4, and proprietary applications, featuring 22 dBm max output power, +13 dB RX gain, and a 1.7 V to 3.6 V supply voltage.

Operating Conditions:

  • Supply voltage: 1.7 V to 3.6 V
  • Operating temperature: -40 °C to 105 °C

Absolute Maximum Ratings:

Key Specs:

  • Max output power: 22 dBm
  • Adjustable output gain: 5 ± 1 dB to 21 ± 1 dB
  • RX gain: +13 dB
  • Current consumption (TX): 110 mA at +20 dBm output power
  • Current consumption (TX): 38 mA at +10 dBm output power
  • Input/output impedance: Single-ended 50 Ω matched
  • Control interface: I/O, SPI, or a combination of both
  • SPI transfer length: 2 B

Features:

  • Front-end module with RF PA and LNA
  • Supports Bluetooth Low Energy, IEEE 802.15.4, and proprietary applications
  • Max output power 22 dBm
  • Adjustable output gain from 5 ± 1 dB to 21 ± 1 dB
  • User programmable modes for TX gain
  • Non-volatile memory storage for gain settings
  • Dual antenna port with antenna diversity support
  • RX gain + 13 dB
  • Single-ended 50 Ω matched input and output
  • 110 mA at + 20 dBm output power
  • 38 mA at + 10 dBm output power
  • Control interface via I / O, SPI, or a combination of both
  • Supply voltage 1.7 V to 3.6 V, suitable for 1.8 V ± 5 % systems
  • Operating temperature -40 ° C to 105 ° C
  • Package variant QFN16 4 x 4 mm

Applications:

  • Smart Home applications
  • Industrial and factory automation
  • Asset tracking
  • Advanced CE remote controls
  • Sports and fitness
  • Toys
  • Medical
  • Beacons

Package:

  • QFN16 4 x 4 mm

Related Variants

The following components are covered by the same datasheet.

Part NumberManufacturerPackage
NRF21540-QDAA-R7Nordic Semiconductor ASA
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