CC2642 in TI CC1101 / CC13xx / CC26xx Family
The CC2642 series is a member of Texas Instruments' SimpleLink platform, specifically designed for Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) applications. Centered around an ARM Cortex-M4F core, these microcontrollers provide a dedicated radio controller and a low-power sensor controller to offload tasks from the main processor. These devices are optimized for single-chip solutions requiring Bluetooth 5.2 features, including long-range and high-throughput modes, while maintaining ultra-low power consumption for battery-operated wireless endpoints and IoT peripherals.
Variants in This Sub-Family
Variants within the CC2642 sub-family primarily differ based on their packaging options and temperature ratings. While the CC2642R1 remains the standard implementation with 352KB of flash, different package sizes such as QFN32, QFN48, and WCSP allow designers to balance PCB area against available GPIO counts. Furthermore, specific versions are qualified for extended temperature ranges up to 125 degrees Celsius, catering to industrial and automotive-grade requirements where standard commercial ranges are insufficient.
