STMicroelectronics AN3206 STM32W108 PCB Design Guidelines

This application note details the design guidelines for developing an application-specific IEEE 802.15.4 design using an STM32W108xx device.


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Brand
STMicroelectronics
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
Application Note
Language
English
Pages
14
File format
PDF
File size
281 KB
Published
06 August, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
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About this manual

This application note accompanies reference designs for the STM32W108 family of system-on-chip (SoC) platforms, detailing design decisions and guidelines for developing IEEE 802.15.4-compliant solutions. It is intended to help developers successfully implement designs using STM32W108xx devices by explaining the hardware architecture and specific component choices.

What's inside

  • Introduction
  • Reference design
  • RF design guidelines
  • STM32W108 RF ports
  • Optimizing for TX (Boost mode)
  • Matching network circuit design
  • Harmonic filter design
  • Band-pass filter
  • Antenna matching circuit
  • RF layout guidelines

Specifications

Document ID17406 Rev 3
Publication DateMarch 2011
Target PlatformSTM32W108xx
Protocol StandardIEEE 802.15.4
Package Type48-pin
PCB Layers4-layer
Substrate MaterialFR-4 epoxy
Balun Ratio2:1
Balun TypeCeramic

Frequently asked questions

What is the recommended balun ratio for the STM32W108 reference design?

A 2:1 ceramic balun is preferred to offer the lowest network loss.

What is the optimum load impedance for the STM32W108 PA in Boost mode?

The optimum load presented to the pins is 27 + j95 Ohms (series impedance).

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