The STM32WBAxM modules are cost-effective, ultra-low-power, small form factor, certified 2.4 GHz wireless modules designed for multiprotocol applications.
They support a range of protocols, including Bluetooth® LE, Zigbee® 3.0, Zigbee direct, OpenThread, with dynamic and static concurrent modes. These modules are based on the STM32WBA wireless microcontrollers, offering best-in-class RF performance with excellent receiver sensitivity and high output power.
Fully part of the STM32WBA portfolio, the STM32WBAxM modules are included in ST’s longevity program, ensuring a continuous supply for 10 years, renewed annually.
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The STM32WBA5M wireless module is built on the STM32WBA55 microcontroller and features an Arm 32-bit Cortex®-M33 at 100 MHz CPU with TrustZone®, MPU, DSP, and FPU.
It offers programmable output power up to +10 dBm with 1 dB steps and impressive Rx sensitivity of -96 dBm for Bluetooth® LE at 1 Mbit/s and -97.5 dBm for IEEE 802.15.4 at 250 Kbit/s.
The STM32WBA5M module comes in a SiP-LGA76 (8 x 12.5 mm) package. It is a cost-effective, ultra-low-power, small form factor, certified 2.4 GHz wireless module.
The module includes a fully integrated BOM with 32 MHz and 32 kHz crystals, and an integrated antenna with IPD for best-in-class and reliable antenna matching, with an option for external antenna configuration. It is widely certified (CE, FCC, ISED, etc.) and completely protocol stack royalty-free.
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Benefits
Compact design and integration
• Fully integrated BOM: includes 32 MHz and 32 kHz crystals, requiring only one external capacitor for simplicity
• Integrated antenna with IPD provides best-in-class and reliable matching, with an external antenna option
• Advanced connectivity module: supports Bluetooth® LE, IEEE 802.15.4 for Thread and Zigbee®, with concurrent modes within a single-core solution. Features enhanced security and a tiny form factor.
Cost efficiency and market readiness
• Accelerated time to market: drastic cost reduction with a fully certified module enabling a 2-layer PCB design.
• Comprehensive certifications: CE, FCC, ISED, MIC, RoHS, REACH, ensuring market readiness and compliance.
Comprehensive support and ecosystem
• Fully supported within the STM32Cube ecosystem with free of charge connectivity stack, allowing to streamline development processes.
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