AT86 in AT86RF transceivers Family
The AT86 family, manufactured by Microchip Technology, consists of high-performance, low-power RF transceivers designed for IEEE 802.15.4 and Zigbee communication. These discrete transceivers offer engineers the flexibility to pair specialized wireless hardware with any external microcontroller via an SPI interface. They are optimized for the 2.4 GHz ISM band and sub-GHz frequencies, providing reliable data links in environments where energy efficiency and high link budgets are critical for battery-powered sensor networks and industrial monitoring.
Variants in This Sub-Family
Comparing specs that differ across variants.
| Part Number | Package | Type | Frequency | Modulation | Sensitivity | Tx Power | Stock |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT86RF233 (Microchip Technology) | VFQFN-32 | TxRx + MCU | 2.4GHz | O-QPSK | -101dBm | 4dBm | 1,154 |
| AT86RF215 (Microchip) | VFQFN-48 | TxRx Only | 389.5M | FSK, OFDM, O-QPSK | -123dBm | 16dBm | 1,874 |
Variants in the AT86 family primarily differ based on frequency band support, data rates, and modulation schemes. While the AT86RF233 is a dedicated 2.4 GHz solution, the AT86RF215 offers dual-band capabilities covering sub-GHz and 2.4 GHz ranges simultaneously. Some models also include enhanced security features like hardware AES encryption or improved interference rejection for complex industrial RF environments.
