Overview
The Texas Instruments CC1310F128RGZR is a cost-effective, ultra-low-power Sub-1 GHz wireless microcontroller unit (MCU) that is part of the SimpleLink™ microcontroller platform. This device combines a powerful 48-MHz Arm® Cortex®-M3 processor with a flexible, very low-power RF transceiver. It is designed to support multiple physical layers and RF standards, making it highly versatile for various wireless applications. The CC1310 device features a dedicated Radio Controller (Cortex®-M0) for handling low-level RF protocol commands, ensuring ultra-low power consumption and flexibility. It also includes an autonomous ultra-low-power sensor controller that can handle analog and digital sensors, allowing the main MCU to maximize sleep time and enhance battery life.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Processor | 32-bit Arm Cortex-M3 |
| Clock Speed | Up to 48 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 128 KB |
| SRAM | 8 KB (for Cache or General-Purpose) + 20 KB Ultra-Low-Leakage SRAM |
| Package | 7-mm × 7-mm VQFN48 (30 GPIOs) |
| Supply Voltage Range | 1.8 to 3.8 V |
| Current Consumption (RX) | 5.4 mA |
| Current Consumption (TX at +10 dBm) | 13.4 mA |
| Active-Mode MCU Current | 2.5 mA (51 µA/MHz) at 48 MHz |
| Standby Current | 0.7 µA (RTC Running and RAM and CPU Retention) |
| Shutdown Current | 185 nA (Wakeup on External Events) |
| RF Receiver Sensitivity | –124 dBm (Long-Range Mode), –110 dBm at 50 kbps |
| RF Output Power | Up to +15 dBm |
Key Features
- P Powerful Arm Cortex-M3 processor with EEMBC CoreMark Score: 142 and EEMBC ULPBench Score: 158
- Ultra-low-power sensor controller that can run autonomously from the rest of the system, with 16-bit architecture and 2KB of ultra-low-leakage SRAM
- Support for over-the-air (OTA) updates
- Peripherals include four general-purpose timer modules, 12-bit ADC, continuous time comparator, ultra-low-power clocked comparator, programmable current source, UART, 2× SSI (SPI, MICROWIRE, TI), I2C, I2S, and real-time clock (RTC)
- AES-128 security module and true random number generator (TRNG)
- Support for eight capacitive sensing buttons and integrated temperature sensor
- On-chip internal DC/DC converter and seamless integration with the SimpleLink CC1190 range extender
Applications
- 315-, 433-, 470-, 500-, 779-, 868-, 915-, 920-MHz ISM and SRD systems
- Low-power wireless systems with 50-kHz to 5-MHz channel spacing
- Home and building automation
- Wireless alarm and security systems
- Industrial monitoring and control
- Smart grid and automatic meter reading
- Wireless healthcare applications
- Wireless sensor networks
- Active RFID
- IEEE 802.15.4g, IP-enabled smart objects (6LoWPAN), Wireless M-Bus, KNX systems, Wi-SUN, and proprietary systems
- Energy-harvesting applications
- Electronic shelf label (ESL) and long-range sensor applications
Q & A
- What is the CC1310F128RGZR?
The CC1310F128RGZR is a 32-bit Arm Cortex-M3 Sub-1 GHz wireless microcontroller unit (MCU) from Texas Instruments, part of the SimpleLink™ microcontroller platform.
- What is the clock speed of the CC1310F128RGZR?
The clock speed of the CC1310F128RGZR can go up to 48 MHz.
- How much flash memory does the CC1310F128RGZR have?
The CC1310F128RGZR has 128 KB of in-system programmable flash memory.
- What are the power consumption characteristics of the CC1310F128RGZR?
The device has a current consumption of 5.4 mA in RX mode, 13.4 mA in TX mode at +10 dBm, and 2.5 mA in active mode at 48 MHz. It also has a standby current of 0.7 µA and a shutdown current of 185 nA.
- What RF features does the CC1310F128RGZR support?
The CC1310F128RGZR supports excellent receiver sensitivity (–124 dBm in long-range mode), programmable output power up to +15 dBm, and single-ended or differential RF interface.
- What security features are included in the CC1310F128RGZR?
The device includes an AES-128 security module and a true random number generator (TRNG).
- Can the CC1310F128RGZR support capacitive sensing buttons?
Yes, the CC1310F128RGZR supports up to eight capacitive sensing buttons.
- What is the purpose of the ultra-low-power sensor controller in the CC1310F128RGZR?
The ultra-low-power sensor controller can handle analog and digital sensors autonomously, allowing the main MCU to maximize sleep time and enhance battery life.
- What are some common applications of the CC1310F128RGZR?
Common applications include home and building automation, wireless alarm and security systems, industrial monitoring and control, smart grid and automatic meter reading, and wireless healthcare applications.
- Does the CC1310F128RGZR support over-the-air updates?
Yes, the CC1310F128RGZR supports over-the-air (OTA) updates.
