RF Transceiver ICs

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
STM32WLE4JCI6 STMicroelectronics	MULTIPROTOCOL LPWAN 32-BIT ARM?C	0
SI1002-E-GM2R Silicon Labs	IC RF TXRX+MCU ISM<1GHZ 42VFLGA	0
CC1000PWR Texas Instruments	IC RF TXRX ISM<1GHZ 28TSSOP	2512
NRF5340-QKAA-AB0-R7 Nordic Semiconductor	IC RF TXRX+MCU 802.15.4 SOC	514
CC2540F128RHAR Texas Instruments	IC RF TXRX+MCU BLUETOOTH 40VFQFN	1812
CC2530F64RHAR Texas Instruments	CC2530 SECOND GENERATION SYSTEM-	20000
EZR32HG320F32R69G-B0 Silicon Labs	IC RF TXRX+MCU 802.15.4 48VFQFN	97
BLUENRG-MSCSP STMicroelectronics	IC RF TXRX+MCU BLUETOOTH 34XFBGA	3761
PMA7107XUMA1 IR (Infineon Technologies)	IC RF TXRX+MCU ISM<1GHZ 38TFSOP	0
NRF8001-R2Q32-R Nordic Semiconductor	IC RF TXRX BLUETOOTH 32VFQFN	0
CC110LRTKT Texas Instruments	IC RF TXRX ISM<1GHZ 20VFQFN	0
STM32WB55VEY7TR STMicroelectronics	ULTRA-LOW-POWER DUAL CORE ARM CO	0
AK1595 Asahi Kasei Microdevices / AKM Semiconductor	RF IC TRANSMITTER BLE 20HWQFN	3951
EFR32FG1V132F64GM48-C0 Silicon Labs	IC RF TXRX+MCU 48VFQFN	280
EFR32FG14P231F256GM48-BR Silicon Labs	IC RF TXRX+MCU 802.15.4 48VFQFN	0
CYRF8935A-24LQXC Cypress Semiconductor	IC RF TXRX ISM>1GHZ 24UFQFN	7193
STM32WB30CEU5A STMicroelectronics	ULTRA-LOW-POWER DUAL CORE ARM CO	184
CY8C4127FNI-BL493T IR (Infineon Technologies)	PSOC4, ARM CORTEX M0+ MICROCONTR	95
AX-SFUS-1-01-TB05 Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor	IC RF TXRX+MCU ISM<1GHZ 40VFQFN	0
CY8C4127FNI-BL483T Cypress Semiconductor	IC MCU 32BIT 128KB FLASH 68UFBGA	0

RF Transceiver ICs

1. Overview

RF (Radio Frequency) and IF (Intermediate Frequency) transceiver ICs are integrated circuits that enable wireless communication by transmitting and receiving radio signals. These devices are critical in modern technologies, supporting applications from cellular networks to IoT (Internet of Things). RFID (Radio-Frequency Identification) RF transceivers specialize in short-range communication for identification and tracking systems. Their miniaturization, energy efficiency, and reliability have driven advancements in connectivity across industries.

2. Major Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
Low-Power RF Transceivers	Optimized for energy efficiency, supports sub-1GHz and 2.4GHz bands	IoT sensors, smart meters, wearable devices
High-Performance RF Transceivers	High output power (up to +20dBm), low phase noise	5G base stations, military communication systems
Multi-Band RF Transceivers	Supports multiple frequency bands (e.g., 400MHz-6GHz)	Dual-mode radios, global navigation systems
Integrated RFID Transceivers	Embedded protocol handling, on-chip modulation/demodulation	Inventory tracking, access control systems

3. Structure and Components

Typical RF transceiver ICs include:

Transmitter Section: Power Amplifier (PA), up-conversion mixer, frequency synthesizer
Receiver Section: Low-Noise Amplifier (LNA), down-conversion mixer, channel filter
Digital Baseband: ADC/DAC, error correction, protocol engine
Process Technology: CMOS, SiGe, or GaAs for high-frequency performance
Package Types: QFN (Quad Flat No-leads), BGA (Ball Grid Array)

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Description	Importance
Frequency Range	Operational bandwidth (e.g., 868MHz-915MHz, 2.4GHz-5.8GHz)	Determines application compatibility
Output Power	Transmit power level (e.g., -20dBm to +20dBm)	Impacts transmission distance and regulatory compliance
Receiver Sensitivity	Minimum detectable signal level (e.g., -120dBm)	Defines signal quality in noisy environments
Data Rate	Maximum throughput (e.g., 1Mbps-1Gbps)	Affects real-time data transmission capability
Power Consumption	Operating current/voltage requirements	Crucial for battery-powered devices

5. Application Areas

Telecommunications: 5G small cells, Wi-Fi 6 access points
Industrial IoT: Predictive maintenance sensors
Automotive: Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS), keyless entry
Healthcare: Remote patient monitoring devices
Retail: Smart shelves with RFID inventory tracking

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Features
TI (Texas Instruments)	CC1352P	Sub-1GHz & 2.4GHz dual-band, +7dBm output power
Nordic Semiconductor	nRF52840	Bluetooth 5.2, 2.4GHz, 128-bit AES encryption
STMicroelectronics	S2-LP	Very low-power (14mA RX), sub-GHz transceiver
Infineon Technologies	BTS720	Automotive-grade RFID transceiver for immobilizers

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations include:

Frequency band alignment with regulatory standards (FCC, ETSI)
Power budget vs. transmission range requirements
Integration level (e.g., on-chip MCU, external PA needs)
Environmental factors (temperature range, EMI resilience)
Cost vs. performance trade-offs for mass production

8. Industry Trends

Future developments include:

Ultra-low-power designs for energy-harvesting IoT nodes
Massive MIMO integration for 6G infrastructure
AI-enhanced spectrum management algorithms
Expanded use of mmWave bands (24GHz+) for high-speed applications
Standardization of RFID protocols for global supply chains