Overview
The CC2591RGVT from 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 CC2591RGVT 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 | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Output Power | Up to 22 | dBm |
| Operating Voltage | 2 - 3.6 | V |
| Transmit Current Consumption | 100 mA at 3 V for 20-dBm Out, PAE = 33% | mA |
| Receive Current Consumption (High-Gain Mode) | 3.4 | mA |
| Receive Current Consumption (Low-Gain Mode) | 1.7 | mA |
| LNA Noise Figure | 4.8 dB | dB |
| Package Type | QFN-16 | |
| Package Size | 4 × 4 mm | mm |
| Power Down Current | 100 nA | nA |
| 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 primary function of the CC2591RGVT?
The CC2591RGVT is a range extender for 2.4-GHz low-power RF transceivers, transmitters, and System-on-Chip products, enhancing the link budget by providing a power amplifier and a low-noise amplifier.
- What is the output power of the CC2591RGVT?
The output power of the CC2591RGVT can go up to 22 dBm.
- What is the operating voltage range of the CC2591RGVT?
The operating voltage range is from 2 V to 3.6 V.
- How much current does the CC2591RGVT consume during transmission?
The transmit current consumption is 100 mA at 3 V for 20-dBm output with a PAE of 33%.
- What is the LNA noise figure of the CC2591RGVT?
The LNA noise figure is 4.8 dB, including T/R switch and external antenna match.
- What package type and size does the CC2591RGVT come in?
The CC2591RGVT is packaged in a 4×4-mm QFN-16 package.
- Is the CC2591RGVT RoHS compliant?
- What are some typical applications of the CC2591RGVT?
Typical applications include IEEE 802.15.4 and ZigBee® systems, wireless sensor networks, wireless consumer systems, wireless industrial systems, and wireless audio systems.
- How is the LNA gain controlled in the CC2591RGVT?
The LNA gain is controlled digitally by the HGM pin.
- What is the power down current of the CC2591RGVT?
The power down current is 100 nA when EN = PAEN = 0.
