Overview
The CC2591RGVTG4, produced by Texas Instruments, is a 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-mm × 4-mm QFN-16 package, making it ideal for space-constrained designs.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Test Conditions | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supply Voltage | 2 | 3.6 | V | ||
| Output Power | 22 | dBm | |||
| Receive Current, High Gain Mode | HGM = 1 | 3.4 | 4 | mA | |
| Receive Current, Low Gain Mode | HGM = 0 | 1.7 | 2 | mA | |
| Transmit Current | PIN = 0.5 dBm | 112 | mA | ||
| Power Down Current | EN = PAEN = 0 | 0.1 | 0.3 | µA | |
| LNA Noise Figure, High Gain Mode | HGM = 1, including internal T/R switch and external antenna match | 4.8 | dB | ||
| Package | 4-mm × 4-mm QFN-16 |
Key Features
- Seamless interface to 2.4-GHz low-power RF devices from Texas Instruments
- Digital control of LNA gain via HGM pin
- Low transmit current consumption (100 mA at 3 V for 20-dBm output, PAE = 33%)
- Integrated switches, matching network, balun, and inductors
- Low-receive current consumption (3.4 mA for high-gain mode, 1.7 mA for low-gain mode)
- 4.8-dB LNA noise figure, including T/R switch and external antenna match
- RoHS compliant
- Operating voltage range: 2 V to 3.6 V
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 CC2591RGVTG4?
The CC2591RGVTG4 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 package type and size of the CC2591RGVTG4?
The device is packaged in a 4-mm × 4-mm QFN-16 package.
- What is the operating voltage range of the CC2591RGVTG4?
The operating voltage range is from 2 V to 3.6 V.
- What are the typical receive current consumptions in high and low gain modes?
The typical receive current consumptions are 3.4 mA in high-gain mode and 1.7 mA in low-gain mode.
- What is the LNA noise figure of the CC2591RGVTG4?
The LNA noise figure is 4.8 dB, including the internal T/R switch and external antenna match.
- Is the CC2591RGVTG4 RoHS compliant?
Yes, the CC2591RGVTG4 is RoHS compliant.
- What are some of the integrated components in the CC2591RGVTG4?
The device includes integrated switches, matching network, balun, and inductors.
- What are the typical applications of the CC2591RGVTG4?
Typical applications include IEEE 802.15.4 and ZigBee systems, wireless sensor networks, wireless consumer systems, wireless industrial systems, and wireless audio systems.
- How does the CC2591RGVTG4 control the LNA gain?
The LNA gain is controlled digitally via the HGM pin.
- What is the maximum output power of the CC2591RGVTG4?
The maximum output power is up to 22 dBm.
