This datasheet describes the Atmel AT86RF230, a low-power 2.4 GHz radio transceiver for IEEE 802.15.4 and ZigBee applications.
The AT86RF230 is a low-power 2.4 GHz radio transceiver designed for IEEE 802.15.4, ZigBee, 6LoWPAN, RF4CE, SP100, WirelessHART, and ISM applications. It features a high-performance RF-CMOS design with an industry-leading link budget of 104 dB, programmable output power from -17 dBm to 3 dBm, and receiver sensitivity of -101 dBm. The device offers ultra-low power consumption, with sleep current as low as 20 nA and transmit current of 16.5 mA at maximum power.
| Operating Frequency | 2.4 GHz |
|---|---|
| Link Budget | 104 dB |
| Output Power Range | -17 dBm to 3 dBm |
| Receiver Sensitivity | -101 dBm |
| Supply Voltage | 1.8V to 3.6V |
| Sleep Current | 20 nA |
| Receive Current | 15.5 mA |
| Transmit Current | 16.5 mA |
| Frame Buffer Size | 128 bytes |
| Operating Temperature | -40° C to 85° C |
| Package Type | 32-pin Low-Profile QFN |
The device supports IEEE 802.15.4, ZigBee, 6LoWPAN, RF4CE, SP100, WirelessHART, and ISM applications.
The device operates with an ultra-low supply voltage ranging from 1.8V to 3.6V.
Only an antenna, a crystal, and four decoupling capacitors are required as external components.
The programmable output power can reach up to 3 dBm.