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BM71BLES1FC2-0B04AA

MCHPBM71BLES1FC2-0B04AA

Microchip Technology
Bluetooth Modules - 802.15.1 Bluetooth BLE Module, Shielded, Antenna, 9x11.5mm, Industrial Temp
NRND3,168 in stock

Overview

The BM71BLES1FC2-0B04AA is a compact, shielded Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) module designed for easy integration into low-power IoT designs. It features an integrated chip antenna and a complete onboard Bluetooth stack, allowing developers to add wireless connectivity via a simple UART interface. Operating down to 1.9V with a peak TX current of only 3.3mA, it is highly optimized for battery-powered applications.

Why Choose This Part

This module simplifies RF design by providing a pre-certified, shielded solution with an integrated antenna. It offers a 12-bit ADC and 9 GPIOs for direct sensor interfacing, reducing the need for an external microcontroller in simple peripheral designs. The exceptionally low power consumption in both active and sleep modes extends the life of small coin-cell batteries.

Applications

Wearable Devices
The small 9x11.5mm footprint and ultra-low 3.3mA transmit current make it ideal for compact fitness trackers and health monitors.
Secure Payment
Includes features suitable for point-of-sale terminals and secure proximity-based mobile payment systems.
Industrial IoT
Operates across the industrial temperature range of -40C to +85C, supporting sensor data collection in harsh environments.
Asset Tracking
Low sleep current of 60uA and shutdown current under 3uA enable multi-year battery life for BLE beacons.

Key Specifications

Protocol Bluetooth v5.0
Frequency 2.4GHz
Sensitivity -90dBm
Antenna Type Integrated, Chip
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case 16-SMD Module
Power - Output 0dBm
Voltage - Supply 1.9V ~ 3.6V
Serial Interfaces UART
RF Family/Standard Bluetooth
Current - Receiving 13mA
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC
Current - Transmitting 13mA

Getting Started

Development is supported by the BM71-XPRO evaluation board, which interfaces directly with the Atmel Studio and MPLAB X IDEs. Use the Microchip Bluetooth SDK to configure the module via UART commands or to develop custom private GATT services. The onboard Flash allows for field firmware updates (OTA) to keep devices current with the latest BLE specifications.

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