Overview
The CC2591RGVR, produced by Texas Instruments, is a cost-effective and high-performance RF front end designed for low-power and low-voltage 2.4-GHz wireless applications. This device serves as a range extender for all existing and future 2.4-GHz low-power RF transceivers, transmitters, and System-on-Chip products from TI. It enhances the link budget by providing a power amplifier for increased output power and a low-noise amplifier (LNA) for improved receiver sensitivity. The CC2591 is packaged in a compact 4×4-mm QFN-16 package, making it ideal for high-performance wireless applications with minimal external components required.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Frequency | 2.4 GHz |
| Output Power | Up to 22 dBm |
| Power Consumption (Transmit) | 100 mA at 3 V for 20-dBm Out, PAE = 33% |
| Power Consumption (Receive) | 3.4 mA for High-Gain Mode, 1.7 mA for Low-Gain Mode |
| LNA Noise Figure | 4.8 dB, including T/R Switch and External Antenna Match |
| Package Type | QFN-16, 4×4 mm |
| Supply Voltage | 2 V to 3.6 V |
| Power Down Current | 100 nA (EN = PAEN = 0) |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Key Features
- Seamless Interface to 2.4-GHz Low-Power RF Devices from Texas Instruments
- Integrated Power Amplifier (PA), Low-Noise Amplifier (LNA), Switches, RF-Matching Network, and Balun
- Digital Control of LNA Gain by HGM Pin
- Few External Components Required
- Low Transmit and Receive Current Consumption
- Compact 4×4-mm QFN-16 Package
- RoHS Compliant
Applications
- All 2.4-GHz ISM Band Systems
- IEEE 802.15.4 and ZigBee Systems
- Wireless Sensor Networks
- Wireless Consumer Systems
- Wireless Industrial Systems
- Wireless Audio Systems
Q & A
- What is the operating frequency of the CC2591?
The operating frequency of the CC2591 is 2.4 GHz. - What is the maximum output power of the CC2591?
The maximum output power of the CC2591 is up to 22 dBm. - How much current does the CC2591 consume in transmit mode?
The CC2591 consumes 100 mA at 3 V for 20-dBm output with a PAE of 33%. - What is the LNA noise figure of the CC2591?
The LNA noise figure of the CC2591 is 4.8 dB, including the T/R switch and external antenna match. - What is the package type and size of the CC2591?
The CC2591 is packaged in a 4×4-mm QFN-16 package. - What is the supply voltage range for the CC2591?
The supply voltage range for the CC2591 is 2 V to 3.6 V. - How much current does the CC2591 consume in power-down mode?
The CC2591 consumes 100 nA in power-down mode (EN = PAEN = 0). - Is the CC2591 RoHS compliant?
Yes, the CC2591 is RoHS compliant. - What are the key integrated components of the CC2591?
The CC2591 integrates a power amplifier (PA), low-noise amplifier (LNA), switches, RF-matching network, and balun. - What are some typical applications of the CC2591?
The CC2591 is used in IEEE 802.15.4 and ZigBee systems, wireless sensor networks, wireless consumer systems, wireless industrial systems, and wireless audio systems.
