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CC2640R2FRGZ

TICC2640R2FRGZ

Texas Instruments
Ultra-low-power Bluetooth Low Energy SoC for battery-powered BLE-focused applications that do not require BR/EDR support.
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Overview

The Texas Instruments CC2640R2FRGZ is an ultra-low-power wireless microcontroller (MCU) optimized for Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) applications. It integrates a 48 MHz ARM Cortex-M3 microcontroller, a dedicated ARM Cortex-M0 for RF control, and 128 KB of Flash memory and 28 KB of RAM. Its robust power management features make it ideal for battery-powered devices requiring extended operational lifetimes.

Why Choose This Part

This SoC offers exceptional power efficiency with a standby current of 1.1 uA and a shutdown current of 100 nA, extending battery life significantly. It features an integrated DC/DC converter, reducing external component count and board space. The built-in AES-128 security module and True Random Number Generator (TRNG) enhance the security of wireless communications.

Applications

Wearable Devices
Enables long-lasting battery life and reliable Bluetooth connectivity for fitness trackers, smartwatches, and other personal health monitors due to its low power consumption.
Smart Home Devices
Suitable for connected sensors, smart lighting, and door locks where energy efficiency and wireless communication are critical for prolonged operation without frequent battery changes.
Proximity Beacons
Ideal for iBeacon or Eddystone applications requiring consistent, low-power advertising of presence information over Bluetooth Low Energy.
Wireless Sensors
Powers various industrial and consumer wireless sensor nodes, offering efficient data transmission and minimal maintenance requirements in remote or hard-to-reach locations.
Medical Devices
Its low-power operation and integrated security features are beneficial for disposable or long-term battery-powered medical sensors and monitoring equipment.

Key Specifications

GPIO 31
Type TxRx + MCU
Protocol Bluetooth v5.0
Frequency 2.4GHz
Modulation GFSK
Memory Size 128kB Flash, 20kB RAM
Sensitivity -97dBm
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case 48-VFQFN Exposed Pad
Power - Output 5dBm
Data Rate (Max) 2Mbps
Voltage - Supply 1.8V ~ 3.8V
Serial Interfaces I2C, I2S, SPI, UART
RF Family/Standard Bluetooth
Current - Receiving 5.9mA
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC
Current - Transmitting 9.1mA
Supplier Device Package 48-VQFN (7x7)

Getting Started

To get started, developers can utilize the CC2640R2 LaunchPad development kit (LAUNCHXL-CC2640R2). Texas Instruments provides the Code Composer Studio IDE and the SimpleLink SDK, which includes drivers, examples, and the Bluetooth Low Energy stack. Online resources and community forums offer extensive support for development.

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