Overview
The NRF51822-QFAC-R is a general-purpose, ultra-low power System on Chip (SoC) developed by Nordic Semiconductor ASA. This SoC is ideally suited for Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and 2.4 GHz proprietary wireless applications. It integrates a 2.4 GHz transceiver, a 16 MHz ARM Cortex-M0 processor, and various peripherals, making it a versatile solution for single-chip wireless devices.
Key Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Nordic Semiconductor ASA |
| Part Number | NRF51822-QFAC-R |
| Package | 48-VFQFN Exposed Pad |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz |
| Interfaces | I2C, SPI, UART |
| Processor | 16 MHz ARM Cortex-M0 |
| Memory | 128/256 KB Flash, 16/32 KB RAM |
| TX Power | +4 dBm |
| Current - Receiving | 9.7 mA ~ 13.4 mA |
| Current - Transmitting | 4.7 mA ~ 16 mA |
| Sensitivity | -96 dBm |
| ADC | 10-bit |
| Security | 128-bit AES CCM |
Key Features
- Ultra-low power consumption, making it suitable for battery-powered devices.
- Support for Bluetooth Low Energy and 2.4 GHz proprietary protocols.
- Integrated 16 MHz ARM Cortex-M0 processor.
- Multiple interfaces: I2C, SPI, and UART.
- 10-bit ADC for analog-to-digital conversion.
- 128-bit AES CCM for enhanced security.
- Support for concurrent multi-protocol operations.
Applications
- Bluetooth Low Energy devices such as fitness trackers, smart home devices, and wearables.
- 2.4 GHz proprietary wireless applications, including industrial automation and IoT devices.
- Medical devices requiring low power wireless communication.
- Consumer electronics such as remote controls and gaming peripherals.
Q & A
- What is the primary application of the NRF51822-QFAC-R?
The NRF51822-QFAC-R is primarily used for Bluetooth Low Energy and 2.4 GHz proprietary wireless applications. - What processor does the NRF51822-QFAC-R use?
The NRF51822-QFAC-R uses a 16 MHz ARM Cortex-M0 processor. - What are the available memory configurations for the NRF51822-QFAC-R?
The NRF51822-QFAC-R comes with 128/256 KB Flash and 16/32 KB RAM. - What are the supported interfaces on the NRF51822-QFAC-R?
The NRF51822-QFAC-R supports I2C, SPI, and UART interfaces. - What is the transmit power of the NRF51822-QFAC-R?
The transmit power of the NRF51822-QFAC-R is +4 dBm. - What is the sensitivity of the NRF51822-QFAC-R?
The sensitivity of the NRF51822-QFAC-R is -96 dBm. - Does the NRF51822-QFAC-R support multi-protocol operations?
Yes, the NRF51822-QFAC-R supports concurrent multi-protocol operations. - What security features does the NRF51822-QFAC-R include?
The NRF51822-QFAC-R includes 128-bit AES CCM for enhanced security. - What development kits are available for the NRF51822-QFAC-R?
The nRF51 DK and nRF51 Dongle are available for developing applications with the NRF51822-QFAC-R. - What is the package type of the NRF51822-QFAC-R?
The NRF51822-QFAC-R comes in a 48-VFQFN Exposed Pad package.
