N529BS High-Power RF Module | CC1125 | +40dBm (10Watt) | 169/433/868/915MHz | 30km Range
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N529BS 10W Ultra-High-Power Sub-1GHz RF Transceiver Module (CC1125) – Long Range, Critical Infrastructure
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The N529BS delivers +40 dBm (10W) output power with -126 dBm sensitivity, enabling reliable 16 km+ communication. Based on TI CC1125, it's ideal for smart grid, pipeline monitoring, and industrial telemetry. Available in 169/433/868/915 MHz.
📡 Product Overview
The N529BS is a high-performance Sub-1GHz RF transceiver module designed for ultra-long-range, mission-critical wireless links. With an industry-leading link budget of 166 dB (+40 dBm TX, -126 dBm RX), it achieves over 16 km line-of-sight communication at 1.2 kbps with a 3 dBi antenna.
Built around the Texas Instruments CC1125 narrowband transceiver, the module integrates an external 10W Power Amplifier (PA) and a Low-Noise Amplifier (LNA) for maximum range and robustness. The CC1125 core offers exceptional blocking and selectivity, ensuring reliable operation even in congested ISM bands.
🔧 Key Features
High Output Power: +10 dBm (5W) typical
Excellent Sensitivity: -126 dBm @ 1.2 kbps
Frequency Bands: 169 MHz, 433 MHz, 868 MHz, 915 MHz (regional variants)
Data Rate: 0.3 – 200 kbps programmable
Interface: SPI + dedicated TXEN/RXEN/LANEN for precise hardware control
Supply: 3.3V core / 5V PA (2A peak)
Compact SMD Footprint: 36×24×3 mm
📋 Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core IC | TI CC1125 narrowband transceiver |
| Front-End | External PA + LNA |
| Frequency Bands | 169 MHz (160–175), 433 MHz (410–480), 868 MHz (860–880), 915 MHz (910–960) |
| Max Output Power | +40 dBm (10W) typical |
| RX Sensitivity | -126 dBm @ 1.2 kbps |
| Data Rate | 0.3 – 200 kbps (programmable) |
| Typical Range | Up to 30 km (LOS, 1.2 kbps, 3 dBi antenna) |
| Core Supply (VCC) | 3.3V |
| PA Supply (VCCPA) | 12.0V ±0.5V (>2A peak) |
| TX Current (peak) | 2000 mA @ +40 dBm |
| RX Current | 40 mA typical |
| Sleep Current | 12 µA typical |
| Interface | SPI + TXEN, RXEN, LANEN control pins |
| GPIOs | 3 programmable |
| Antenna Connection | 50Ω RF pad / IPEX connector |
| Dimensions | 80.0 × 50.0 × 3.0 mm |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
📌 Pin Configuration
| Pin | Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1,4,5,10,20 | GND | Ground |
| 2,3 | VCCPA | PA supply (5V, 2A peak) |
| 6 | TXEN | Transmit enable (active high) |
| 7 | RXEN | Receive enable (active high) |
| 8 | LANEN | LNA enable (active high) |
| 9 | VCC | Core supply (3.3V) |
| 11 | VTCXO | TCXO voltage control / enable |
| 12 | RESET | Module reset (active low) |
| 13,14,18 | GPIO3/2/0 | Programmable GPIOs |
| 15 | MOSI | SPI data input |
| 16 | SCK | SPI clock |
| 17 | MISO | SPI data output |
| 19 | NSS | SPI chip select (active low) |
| 21 | RF | 50Ω RF I/O |
🔄 Product Family Comparison (CC1125-based)
| Model | Output Power | Sensitivity | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| N511BS-B | +15 dBm | -122 dBm | Low-power sensors, short range |
| N515BS-B | +26 dBm | -125 dBm | Medium-range sensors (169/433 MHz) |
| N516BS-B | +27 dBm | -124 dBm | Medium-range sensors (868/915 MHz) |
| N517BS | +30 dBm | -126 dBm | Long-range end nodes |
| N518BS | +33 dBm | -126 dBm | Industrial gateways, extreme range |
| N529BS | +40 dBm | -126 dBm | SCADA, smart grid, critical infrastructure |
🔍 Explore the full CC1125 product family for options matching your range and power needs.
🎯 Target Applications
Smart Grid / AMI Concentrators – 169 MHz band for European and Chinese utility metering
Oil & Gas Pipeline Monitoring – Remote SCADA links in unpowered locations
Perimeter Security – Alarm reporting across large industrial sites
Agricultural Sensor Networks – Soil moisture, weather stations over thousands of hectares
Backhaul Links – Replace multiple gateways with one long-range connection
📦 Ordering Information
| Order Code | Frequency | Output Power |
|---|---|---|
| N529BS-169M | 160–175 MHz | +37 dBm |
| N529BS-433M | 410–480 MHz | +37 dBm |
| N529BS-868M | 860–880 MHz | +37 dBm |
| N529BS-915M | 910–960 MHz | +37 dBm |
📞 Request a quote | 🧪 Order samples
🛠️ Design Resources
| Resource | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 📄 Datasheet | Complete specifications, electrical characteristics, and mechanical drawings | Download PDF |
| 📘 CC1125 Technical Reference Manual | Detailed register map, programming guide, and RF design recommendations | View Manual |
| 🧪 Evaluation Board | Request the N519AS evaluation kit for rapid prototyping and range testing | Request Board |
| 💻 CC1125 SDK | Software development kit including drivers, example code, and app notes | Download SDK |
| 📞 Applications Engineering | Get technical support from our RF engineers | Contact Us |
⚡ Important Design Considerations
Power Supply: The module draws 2A peaks during transmission. Ensure your 5V supply can handle these transients with low-ESR capacitors placed close to the module.
Antenna Selection: For maximum range, use a well-tuned antenna matched to your frequency band.
Thermal Management: Pulsed operation keeps heat manageable. For high duty cycles, consider airflow or heatsinking.
Regulatory Compliance: Designed to help meet FCC/ETSI standards; final certification depends on system integration and local regulations.
Specifications subject to change. Actual performance depends on antenna, environment, and system design. Ensure compliance with local radio regulations before deployment.