N516AS-B: CC1120+CC1190 High-Power RF Module | +27dBm | 10km Range | 868/915MHz | WMBUS & Arduino
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N516AS-B High-Power RF Module
CC1120 + CC1190 PA | +27dBm | Up to 10km
📡 Core Specifications
Chipset: TI CC1120 Transceiver + CC1190 Power Amplifier
Output Power: +27 dBm (500 mW)
Sensitivity: -126 dBm
Frequency: 868 MHz & 915 MHz models
Range: 2-10 km (depending on environment)
Interface: SPI + Control Pins (TXEN, RXEN, LNAC)
Stability: Integrated TCXO
Protection: Full ESD Protection on all pins
Size: 29.5 x 21 x 3 mm
Compatibility: WMBUS, Arduino
⚡ Electrical & Environmental
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core Voltage (VCC) | 2.0V - 3.6V |
| PA Voltage (VCCPA) | 3.0V - 5.0V |
| TX Current | ~500 mA (@ +27dBm) |
| RX Current | ~35 mA |
| Sleep Current | < 1 μA |
| Operating Temp | -40°C to +80°C |
📍 Practical Range Estimates
City/Urban: ~2-3 km
Suburbs: ~4-6 km
Open Country: 7-10+ km
🎯 Professional Applications
Long-Range Industrial Telemetry
Utility Smart Metering (WMBUS)
Large-Scale Agricultural Monitoring
Critical Infrastructure Backhaul
Professional Monitoring & Tracking
🔌 Key Control Pins
VCCPA (Pin 4): Supply for the CC1190 PA (3-5V).
TXEN/RXEN/LNAC (Pins 7-9): Control the RF front-end. Must be sequenced correctly.
SPI (Pins 13-15,17): Configuration and data interface.
🛒 Available Models
N516AS-B-868M: 860-880MHz (EU)
N516AS-B-915M: 910-960MHz (US/CA)
🚀 Implementation Note
This is a professional-grade module requiring proper RF layout, stable power supplies (especially for VCCPA), and correct control pin sequencing. Not recommended for beginners without RF experience.
The N516AS-B delivers professional wireless performance for applications where range and reliability cannot be compromised.