The nRF24AP1 is a single-chip 2.4 GHz radio transceiver with an embedded ANT protocol engine for personal area networks. Its RF operating frequency range is within the worldwide 2.4–2.5 GHz ISM band, and it can be connected to a host microcontroller through a synchronous or asynchronous serial interface.
The device is intended for sensor networks, industrial automation, home automation and sports monitoring. The document describes pin functions, electrical and RF specifications, package outline, ANT interface, peripheral RF information and application examples.
| Supply voltage | 1.9 V to 3.6 V |
|---|---|
| Temperature range | -40 to +85 °C |
| Maximum output power | 0 dBm |
| Maximum data rate (over the air) | 1000 kbps |
| Sensitivity | -80 dBm |
| Peak current consumption, RX | 22 mA for 600 µs |
| Operating frequency | 2400 to 2524 MHz |
| Package | QFN24 5x5 |
The specification lists a supply voltage range of 1.9 V to 3.6 V, with 3.0 V typical.
It can be interfaced to a host microcontroller over either a synchronous or asynchronous serial interface.
It uses the QFN24 5x5 package with matt tin plating.
The maximum data rate over the air is 1000 kbps.