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BL653 Bluetooth 5.1 & 802.15.4 Module

BL653 Bluetooth 5.1 & 802.15.4 Module

MPN: 453-00039C
Ezurio
802.15.4, Bluetooth Bluetooth v5.1, Thread, Zigbee® Transceiver Module 2.402GHz ~ 2.48GHz Integrated, Chip Surface Mount
Active2,200 in stock

Overview

The 453-00039C is a compact, fully certified Bluetooth v5.1, Thread, and Zigbee module based on the Nordic nRF52833 chipset. It features an integrated chip antenna and an ARM Cortex-M4F core with 512kB Flash and 128kB RAM, providing a powerful platform for multiprotocol wireless networking in power-constrained environments.

Why Choose This Part

The module simplifies hardware design by integrating all necessary oscillators and an antenna into a pre-certified package with FCC, CE, and IC approvals. Its wide 1.7V to 5.5V supply range allows for direct operation from various battery chemistries, while the 8dBm output power ensures reliable long-range communication.

Applications

Industrial Mesh Networking
Utilizes Zigbee and Thread protocol support to create robust, self-healing sensor networks in industrial facilities.
Smart Building Automation
Ideal for lighting control, HVAC monitoring, and security systems requiring long-range Bluetooth or mesh connectivity.
Medical Wearables
The ultra-low power consumption and small 15mm x 10mm footprint make it suitable for battery-operated health monitoring devices.
Secure Asset Tracking
Combines AES encryption, ECC, and Bluetooth 5.1 Direction Finding capabilities for secure, high-precision location services.

Key Specifications

Protocol Bluetooth v5.1, Thread, Zigbee
Data Rate 2Mbps
Frequency 2.402GHz ~ 2.48GHz
Memory Size 512kB Flash, 128kB RAM
Sensitivity -103dBm
Antenna Type Integrated, Chip
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case Module
Power - Output 8dBm
Voltage - Supply 1.7V ~ 5.5V
Serial Interfaces ADC, GPIO, I2C, I2S, PDM, PWM, SPI, UART, USB
RF Family/Standard 802.15.4, Bluetooth
Utilized IC / Part nRF52833
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 105degC
Current - Transmitting 4.9mA ~ 14.1mA

Getting Started

Engineers can develop for this module using the Ezurio smartBASIC environment or the Nordic nRF Connect SDK with Segger Embedded Studio. For hardware evaluation, the 453-00039-K1 development kit provides access to all 72 pins and onboard peripherals.

Also Consider

MDBT50Q-512K Raytac - A similar nRF52833-based module offering a different physical footprint and integrated chip antenna for multiprotocol designs.
BM833 Fanstel - A cost-effective nRF52833 module option with a smaller pin count for simpler I/O requirements.
BL653 with IPEX Connector Ezurio - The same BL653 series module but with an IPEX MHF4 connector for applications requiring an external dipole antenna.