Overview
The PN7120A0EV/C10801E, produced by NXP USA Inc., is a highly integrated NFC (Near Field Communication) controller designed to facilitate the rapid integration of NFC technology into various applications. This component is particularly suited for use in environments running OS systems such as Linux and Android. It offers a compact solution with full NFC Forum compliance, reducing the Bill of Material (BoM) size and cost. The PN7120A0EV/C10801E features an embedded NFC firmware, supporting all NFC protocols, and includes an ARM Cortex-M0 microcontroller core for efficient processing.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Supply Voltage (VDD) | 2.7-5.5 V | Internal supply voltage range |
| Host Interface Supply Voltage | 1.65-1.95 V / 3.0-3.6 V | Supply voltage for the host interface |
| Battery Supply Current (IBAT) | -20 μA (Standby), -12 μA (Monitor), -150 μA (Polling Loop) | Current consumption in different states |
| Output Current (IO(VDDPAD)) | -15 mA | Total current that can be pulled on VDD(PAD) referenced outputs |
| Current Limit Threshold (Ith(Ilim)) | -180 mA | Current limiter on VDD(TX) pin |
| Total Power Dissipation | -100 μA (Hard Power Down), -20 μA (Standby), -12 μA (Monitor) | Power dissipation in different states |
| Frequency | 13.56 MHz | Operating frequency |
| Package Type | VFBGA49 (plastic very thin fine-pitch ball grid array package; 49 balls) | Package type and description |
Key Features
- NFC Forum Compliance: Fully compliant with NFC Forum standards, supporting various transmission modes according to NFCIP-1, NFCIP-2, ISO/IEC 14443, ISO/IEC 15693, and ISO/IEC 18000-3.
- Integrated Firmware: Embedded NFC firmware providing all NFC protocols as pre-integrated features.
- ARM Cortex-M0 Microcontroller Core: Loaded with integrated firmware supporting NCI 1.0 host communication.
- Ultra-Low Power Consumption: Highly efficient integrated power management unit (PMU) allowing direct supply from a battery and low power consumption in polling loop mode.
- Direct Connection to Host: Direct connection to the main host or microcontroller via I2C-bus physical and NCI protocol.
- Integrated RF Level Detector and Polling Loop: Automatic device discovery and integrated RF level detector for efficient operation.
Applications
The PN7120A0EV/C10801E is versatile and can be integrated into a variety of applications, including:
- Home Appliances: Easy integration into home appliances to enable NFC capabilities.
- Consumer Electronics: Suitable for use in consumer electronics such as smartphones, tablets, and wearables.
- Industrial Automation: Can be used in industrial automation systems for secure and efficient communication.
- Healthcare Devices: Applicable in healthcare devices for secure data transfer and authentication.
Q & A
- What is the PN7120A0EV/C10801E?
The PN7120A0EV/C10801E is an NFC controller produced by NXP USA Inc., designed for easy integration of NFC technology into various applications.
- What are the key features of the PN7120A0EV/C10801E?
Key features include NFC Forum compliance, integrated firmware, ARM Cortex-M0 microcontroller core, ultra-low power consumption, and direct connection to the host via I2C-bus and NCI protocol.
- What is the operating frequency of the PN7120A0EV/C10801E?
The operating frequency is 13.56 MHz.
- What types of applications can the PN7120A0EV/C10801E be used in?
It can be used in home appliances, consumer electronics, industrial automation, and healthcare devices.
- What is the package type of the PN7120A0EV/C10801E?
The package type is VFBGA49 (plastic very thin fine-pitch ball grid array package; 49 balls).
- What is the supply voltage range for the PN7120A0EV/C10801E?
The supply voltage range is 2.7-5.5 V.
- How does the PN7120A0EV/C10801E manage power consumption?
It features an integrated power management unit (PMU) allowing direct supply from a battery and has ultra-low power consumption in polling loop mode.
- What protocols does the PN7120A0EV/C10801E support?
It supports NFCIP-1, NFCIP-2, ISO/IEC 14443, ISO/IEC 15693, and ISO/IEC 18000-3 protocols.
- Does the PN7120A0EV/C10801E have any specific microcontroller core?
Yes, it includes an ARM Cortex-M0 microcontroller core loaded with integrated firmware.
- How does the PN7120A0EV/C10801E connect to the host?
It connects directly to the main host or microcontroller via I2C-bus physical and NCI protocol.
