Overview
The QN9020/DY, produced by NXP USA Inc., is an ultra-low power, high-performance, and highly integrated Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) System-On-Chip (SoC) solution. This device is designed for Bluetooth Smart applications, particularly in wearable electronics, sports and fitness devices, human interface devices, and app-enabled smart accessories. It integrates a Bluetooth LE radio, controller, protocol stack, and profile software on a single chip, providing a flexible and easy-to-use BLE SoC solution.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz |
| Power Supply Range | 2.4 V to 3.6 V (QN9020/21), 1.8 V to 3.6 V (QN9022) |
| Current - Receiving | 9.2 mA |
| Current - Transmitting | 8.8 mA |
| Memory Size | 128 kB Flash |
| Package / Case | 48-VFQFN Exposed Pad |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 85°C |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) | 3 (168 Hours) |
Key Features
- Ultra-low power consumption for long battery life in battery-operated systems.
- High-performance MCU and on-chip memory for single-chip wireless MCU solutions.
- Fully integrated DC-to-DC converter and LDO, low-power sleep timer, battery monitor, general-purpose ADC, and GPIOs.
- GFSK modulation format and 32.768 kHz crystal oscillator.
- I2C, SPI, and UART interfaces for versatile connectivity.
- Support for NFC and other advanced applications when used as a network processor.
Applications
- Wearable electronics such as fitness trackers and smartwatches.
- Sports and fitness devices.
- Human interface devices like keyboards and mice.
- App-enabled smart accessories.
- IoT devices requiring low-power Bluetooth connectivity.
Q & A
- What is the QN9020/DY used for? The QN9020/DY is used in Bluetooth Smart applications such as wearable electronics, sports and fitness devices, human interface devices, and app-enabled smart accessories.
- What is the power supply range for the QN9020/DY? The QN9020/DY operates with a power supply range of 2.4 V to 3.6 V, while the QN9022 operates from 1.8 V to 3.6 V.
- What is the current consumption during receiving and transmitting? The current consumption is 9.2 mA during receiving and 8.8 mA during transmitting.
- What type of memory does the QN9020/DY have? The QN9020/DY has 128 kB of Flash memory.
- What is the package type of the QN9020/DY? The package type is 48-VFQFN Exposed Pad.
- What are the operating temperature ranges for the QN9020/DY? The operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C.
- What is the moisture sensitivity level (MSL) of the QN9020/DY? The MSL is 3 (168 Hours).
- Can the QN9020/DY be used as a network processor? Yes, it can be used as a network processor by connecting to an application processor for more advanced applications.
- What interfaces does the QN9020/DY support? It supports I2C, SPI, and UART interfaces.
- Is the QN9020/DY suitable for new designs? No, NXP recommends the QN9090/30 for any new designs as no new software releases are planned for the QN9020/DY.
