nRF2401 is a single-chip 2.4 GHz transceiver for the worldwide 2.4 - 2.5 GHz ISM band. It features a fully integrated frequency synthesizer, a power amplifier, a crystal oscillator and a modulator. Output power and frequency channels are easily programmable by use of the 3-wire serial interface. Current consumption is very low, only 10.5mA at an output power of -5dBm.
The nRF2401 is a single‑chip radio transceiver for the 2.4‑2.5 GHz ISM band. It integrates a frequency synthesizer, power amplifier, crystal oscillator and modulator, and can be programmed via a 3‑wire serial interface. Features include ShockBurst™ ultra‑low‑power mode, frequency hopping, and support for up to 125 channels.
Electrical specifications provide a supply voltage range of 1.9 V to 3.6 V, typical transmit current of 10.5 mA at –5 dBm output, and a receive current of 18 mA. The device operates from –40 °C to +85 °C, offers a maximum output power of 0 dBm, and a sensitivity of –90 dBm. Pin assignments and package details (QFN24 5×5 mm) are listed for hardware integration.
| Supply voltage range | 1.9 V to 3.6 V |
|---|---|
| Maximum output power | 0 dBm |
| Maximum data rate | 1000 kbps |
| Transmit supply current @ –5 dBm | 10.5 mA |
| Receive supply current | 18 mA |
| Sensitivity | -90 dBm |
| Operating temperature range | -40 °C to +85 °C |
| Power‑down supply current | 400 nA |
| Package type | QFN24 5×5 mm |
It operates from 1.9 V up to 3.6 V.
The device can transmit at up to 1000 kbps.
Typical transmit current is 10.5 mA at –5 dBm output power.
The receiver sensitivity is –90 dBm.