Overview
The BLUENRG-132 is a programmable Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) 5.2 wireless System-on-Chip (SoC) developed by STMicroelectronics. This device is designed to provide ultra-low power consumption, making it ideal for battery-powered applications. The BLUENRG-132 is compliant with Bluetooth specifications and supports master, slave, and multiple simultaneous roles. It features an integrated ARM Cortex-M0 32-bit core, allowing users to run their application code directly on the chip. The device also includes a high-efficiency DC-DC converter and linear regulator to optimize power management.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature Min | -40.0°C |
| Operating Temperature Max | 105.0°C |
| Operating Voltage Min | 1.7 V |
| Operating Voltage Max | 3.6 V |
| Communications Protocol | Bluetooth 4.2, Bluetooth Low Energy |
| Transmitter Output Power | Up to +8 dBm |
| Package Name | VFQFPN 5X5X1.0 32L WET FLK |
| Flash Memory | 160 kB |
| RAM | 24 kB (two 12 kB banks) |
| Interfaces | UART, SPI, 2x I²C, 14 or 15 GPIOs |
| Clock Oscillators | 16 MHz or 32 MHz crystal oscillator, 32 kHz ring oscillator |
Key Features
- Ultra-low power consumption with down to 1 µA current in sleep mode and 8.3 mA TX current at -2 dBm, 3.0 V.
- Integrated ARM Cortex-M0 32-bit core for running user application code.
- High-efficiency DC-DC converter and linear regulator for optimal power management.
- Support for Bluetooth 5.2 specifications, including master, slave, and multiple simultaneous roles.
- Excellent RF performance with up to 96 dB RF link budget and accurate RSSI for power control.
- Multiple communication interfaces: UART, SPI, 2x I²C, and 14 or 15 GPIOs.
- Integrated peripherals: multifunction timers, watchdog, RTC, DMA controller, and 10-bit ADC.
- Pre-programmed bootloader via UART and support for ST companion integrated balun/filter chips.
Applications
- Watches and fitness, wellness, and sports devices.
- Consumer medical devices.
- Security and proximity applications.
- Remote control devices.
- Home and industrial automation.
- Assisted living devices.
- Mobile phone peripherals.
- Lighting systems.
- PC peripherals.
Q & A
- What is the operating temperature range of the BLUENRG-132?
The operating temperature range is from -40.0°C to 105.0°C.
- What is the operating voltage range of the BLUENRG-132?
The operating voltage range is from 1.7 V to 3.6 V.
- What communication protocols does the BLUENRG-132 support?
The BLUENRG-132 supports Bluetooth 4.2 and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).
- What is the maximum transmitter output power of the BLUENRG-132?
The maximum transmitter output power is up to +8 dBm.
- What type of processor core does the BLUENRG-132 use?
The BLUENRG-132 uses an ARM Cortex-M0 32-bit core.
- What is the flash memory and RAM capacity of the BLUENRG-132?
The BLUENRG-132 has 160 kB of flash memory and 24 kB of RAM (two 12 kB banks).
- What interfaces are available on the BLUENRG-132?
The BLUENRG-132 includes UART, SPI, 2x I²C, and 14 or 15 GPIOs.
- What are the typical applications of the BLUENRG-132?
The BLUENRG-132 is used in watches, fitness devices, consumer medical devices, security and proximity applications, remote control devices, home and industrial automation, assisted living devices, mobile phone peripherals, lighting systems, and PC peripherals.
- How does the BLUENRG-132 manage power consumption?
The BLUENRG-132 integrates a high-efficiency DC-DC converter and linear regulator. It also employs strategies like clock stopping, dynamic clock gating, and analog current consumption minimization to reduce power consumption.
- What is the sleep mode current consumption of the BLUENRG-132?
The sleep mode current consumption is down to 1 µA.
