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SI4468-A2A-IM

SiLSI4468-A2A-IM

Silicon Labs
RF Transceiver +20 dBm sub-GHz transmitter
737 in stock

Overview

The SI4468-A2A-IM is a high-performance, low-current wireless transceiver part of the EZRadioPRO family, designed for sub-GHz ISM band applications. It offers an exceptional output power of up to +20 dBm and a sensitivity of -133 dBm, enabling long-range communication links with a maximum data rate of 1 Mbps. Operating across a wide frequency range of 142 MHz to 1.05 GHz, this transceiver is optimized for battery-powered systems requiring reliable, low-latency connectivity.

Why Choose This Part

The SI4468 stands out for its high integration, featuring an 11-bit ADC, temperature sensor, and low battery detector within a compact 4x4 mm QFN package. It provides best-in-class sensitivity and a significant link budget of up to 153 dB, allowing for extended range without external amplifiers. Engineers benefit from extremely low power modes, including a 30 nA shutdown current and 10 mA receive current, maximizing the operational life of portable devices.

Applications

Smart Utility Metering
Ideal for gas, water, and electric meters requiring long-range sub-GHz links and ultra-low power consumption for multi-year battery life.
Home Security and Automation
Provides robust connectivity for door sensors, window contacts, and motion detectors within the ISM frequency bands.
Industrial Remote Control
Used in heavy machinery control and industrial telemetry where high output power is needed to overcome environmental interference.
Garage Door Openers
Utilizes OOK or FSK modulation for secure, low-frequency remote entry systems.

Key Specifications

GPIO 4
Type TxRx Only
Frequency 142MHz ~ 1.05GHz
Modulation 4FSK, 4GFSK, FSK, GFSK, OOK
Sensitivity -133dBm
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case 20-VFQFN Exposed Pad
Power - Output 20dBm (Max)
Data Rate (Max) 1Mbps
Voltage - Supply 1.8V ~ 3.8V
Serial Interfaces SPI
RF Family/Standard General ISM < 1GHz
Current - Receiving 10.9mA ~ 13.7mA
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 125degC
Current - Transmitting 44.5mA ~ 88mA
Supplier Device Package 20-QFN (4x4)

Getting Started

Developers should use the Silicon Labs Wireless Development Suite (WDS) to generate configuration headers for the SPI interface. For hardware evaluation, the 4468CPCE20C915 series of pico boards can be used with the main development platform to test range and power consumption. Ensure proper matching network design for the 20 dBm output to comply with regional regulatory limits.

Also Consider

CC1120 TITexas Instruments - Provides excellent narrow-band performance and high selectivity for congested RF environments.
SX1276 Semtech - Offers LoRa spread spectrum technology for even greater range at lower data rates compared to standard FSK.
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