Overview
The CC2591RGVRG4, 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 CC2591RGVRG4 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 |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz |
| Output Power | Up to 22 dBm |
| Package Type | QFN-16, 4×4 mm |
| Operating Voltage | 2 V to 3.6 V |
| Transmit Current Consumption | 100 mA at 3 V for 20-dBm Out, PAE = 33% |
| Receive Current Consumption | 3.4 mA (High-Gain Mode), 1.7 mA (Low-Gain Mode) |
| LNA Noise Figure | 4.8 dB, including T/R switch and external antenna match |
| Power Down Current | 100 nA (EN = PAEN = 0) |
| Compliance | RoHS Compliant |
Key Features
- Integrated Power Amplifier (PA) and Low-Noise Amplifier (LNA)
- Integrated switches, RF-matching network, and balun
- Digital control of LNA gain via HGM pin
- Low transmit and receive current consumption
- Few external components required
- Compact 4×4-mm QFN-16 package
- Seamless interface to 2.4-GHz low-power RF devices from Texas Instruments
Applications
The CC2591RGVRG4 is suitable for a variety of 2.4-GHz wireless applications, including but not limited to:
- Wireless sensor networks
- Bluetooth and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices
- Zigbee and other low-power wireless protocols
- Industrial automation and control systems
- Medical devices and wearables
- Consumer electronics requiring low-power wireless connectivity
Q & A
- What is the primary function of the CC2591RGVRG4?
The CC2591RGVRG4 is a range extender for 2.4-GHz low-power RF transceivers, transmitters, and System-on-Chip products, providing increased output power and improved receiver sensitivity. - What is the maximum output power of the CC2591RGVRG4?
The maximum output power is up to 22 dBm. - What is the package type and size of the CC2591RGVRG4?
The device is packaged in a 4×4-mm QFN-16 package. - What is the operating voltage range of the CC2591RGVRG4?
The operating voltage range is from 2 V to 3.6 V. - How much current does the CC2591RGVRG4 consume during transmission?
The transmit current consumption is 100 mA at 3 V for 20-dBm output with a PAE of 33%. - What are the receive current consumption modes of the CC2591RGVRG4?
The receive current consumption is 3.4 mA in high-gain mode and 1.7 mA in low-gain mode. - What is the LNA noise figure of the CC2591RGVRG4?
The LNA noise figure is 4.8 dB, including the T/R switch and external antenna match. - Is the CC2591RGVRG4 RoHS compliant?
Yes, the CC2591RGVRG4 is RoHS compliant. - How does the CC2591RGVRG4 control LNA gain?
The LNA gain is controlled digitally via the HGM pin. - What are some typical applications of the CC2591RGVRG4?
Typical applications include wireless sensor networks, Bluetooth and BLE devices, Zigbee, industrial automation, medical devices, and consumer electronics requiring low-power wireless connectivity.
