Description

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MRF24WB0MB is an agency certified IEEE 802.11 Wi-Fi radio transceiver module. The MRF24WB0MB has a uFL connector for an enternal antenna, matching circuitry, and supports Wi-Fi with the free TCP/IP protocol stack. The MRF24WB0MB Module connects to hundreds of PIC® microcontrollers via a 4-wire SPI interface and is an ideal solution for low-power, low data-rate Wi-Fi sensor networks, home automation, building automation and consumer applications.
Key Features:
- IEEE Std. 802.11-compliant RF Transceiver
- Serialized unique MAC address
- Data Rate: 1 and 2 Mbps
- IEEE Std. 802.11b/g/n compatible
- Small size: 21mm x 31mm 36-pin Surface Mount Module
- Integrated PCB antenna (MRF24WB0MA)
- External antenna option (MRF24WB0MB) with ultra miniature coaxial (U.FL) connector
- Range: up to 400m (1300 ft.)
- Easy integration into final product – accelerates product development, provides quicker time to market
- Radio regulation certification for United States (FCC), Canada (IC), Europe (ETSI) and Japan (ARIB)
- Wi-Fi® certified (WFA ID: WFA7150)
- Designed for use with Microchip microcontroller families (PIC18, PIC24, dsPIC33, and PIC32) with downloadable Microchip TCP/IP Stack
Operational Features:
- Single operating voltage: 2.7V-3.6V (3.3V typical)
- Temperature Range: 0° C to +70° C Commercial
- Simple, four-wire SPI interface with interrupt
- Low-current consumption:
- RX mode – 85 mA (typical)
- TX mode – 154 mA (+10 dBm typical)
- Sleep – 250 μA (typical)
- Hibernate – <0.1 μA (typical)
RF/Analog Features:
- ISM Band 2.400-2.483.5 GHz operation
- 14 Channels selectable individually or domain-restricted
- DSSS Modulation
- Data Rate – 1000 kbps
- -91 dBm Typical sensitivity at 1 Mbps
- +10 dBm Typical output power with control
- Integrated low phase noise VCO, RF frequency synthesizer, PLL loop filter and PA
- Digital VCO and filter calibration
- Integrated RSSI ADC and I/Q DACs, RSSI readings available to host
- Balanced receiver and transmitter characteristics for low power consumption
MAC/Baseband Features:
- Hardware CSMA/CA access control, automatic ACK, and FCS creation and checking
- Automatic MAC packet retransmit
- Hardware Security Engine for AES and RC4-based ciphers
- Supports 802.1x, 802.1i security: WEP, WPA-PSK, and WPA-2-PSK.
Applications:
- Utility and Smart Energy
- Thermostats
- Smart Meters
- White Goods
- HVAC
- Consumer Electronics
- Remote Control
- Internet Radio
- Home Security
- Toys
- Industrial Controls
- Chemical Sensors
- HVAC
- Security Systems
- M2M Communication
- Remote Device Management
- Location and Asset Tracking
- Automotive
- Code Update
- Retail
- POS Terminals
- Wireless Price Tags
- Digital Remote
- Medical, Fitness, and Healthcare
- Glucose Meters
- Fitness Equipment
- Patient Asset Tracking
Documentation
What is included
- 1 x Wireless Module, as shown in main product picture.