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ZED-F9T-10B

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ZED-F9T RF Receiver BeiDou, Galileo, GLONASS, GNSS, GPS 1.207GHz, 1.246GHz, 1.561GHz, 1.575GHz, 1.602GHz -167dBm 54-LGA (22x17)
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Overview

The ZED-F9T-10B is a multi-band GNSS timing module designed to provide highly accurate timing signals for demanding infrastructure applications. It simultaneously receives GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou signals to ensure nanosecond-level synchronization even in challenging signal environments. The module is specifically optimized for 5G network synchronization and power grid management where reliability and precision are critical.

Why Choose This Part

This module offers exceptional sensitivity of -167dBm and features dual-band technology to significantly reduce timing jitter caused by ionospheric delays. It supports a wide operating voltage of 2.7V to 3.6V and maintains high performance across the full industrial temperature range of -40 to 85 degrees Celsius. Integration is simplified through multiple interface options including UART, SPI, I2C, and USB.

Applications

5G Network Synchronization
Providing precise phase and frequency synchronization required for cellular base station handovers and TDD networks.
Power Grid Management
Enabling phasor measurement units (PMUs) to monitor grid stability with high-resolution time-stamping.
Financial Trading Infrastructure
Delivering UTC-traceable timestamps for high-frequency trading platforms and regulatory compliance.
Industrial IoT Gateways
Acting as a primary time source for distributed industrial sensor networks requiring synchronized data logging.

Key Specifications

Frequency 1.207GHz, 1.246GHz, 1.561GHz, 1.575GHz, 1.602GHz
Sensitivity -167dBm
Applications General Purpose
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Data Interface I2C, SPI, UART, USB
Package / Case 54-SMD Module
Voltage - Supply 2.7V ~ 3.6V
Current - Receiving 130mA
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC
Modulation or Protocol BeiDou, Galileo, GLONASS, GNSS, GPS
Supplier Device Package 54-LGA (22x17)

Getting Started

To evaluate the module, utilize the u-blox u-center software for real-time configuration and performance analysis via the USB or UART interface. Ensure the 54-LGA package is mounted with a stable 3.3V supply and connected to a high-quality multi-band active antenna for optimal carrier-to-noise ratios. Engineers should refer to the u-blox Integration Manual for specific PCB layout guidelines regarding RF shielding and signal integrity.

Also Consider

ZED-F9P u-bloxu-blox - Choose this if centimeter-level positioning (RTK) is required instead of specialized timing-only outputs.
MAX-M10S u-bloxu-blox - An ultra-low-power alternative for general-purpose GNSS tracking where timing precision is not the primary requirement.