The MDBT50Q-1 module provides a comprehensive solution for adding Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) connectivity to various devices and products. Its integration of the Nordic nRF52840 SoC, along with the range of supported interfaces and certifications, makes it a versatile choice for IoT (Internet of Things) applications, wearables, sensor networks, and more.

Features:

• Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Technology: The MDBT50Q-1 module supports Bluetooth 5.0 and Bluetooth 4.2 low energy communication, making it suitable for applications that require wireless connectivity with low power consumption.
• Integrated Chip Antenna: The module comes with an integrated chip antenna for wireless communication. This helps in reducing the overall size and simplifying the design of your product.
• Compact Size: The module has a small form factor with dimensions of 10.5 x 15.5 x 2.2 mm. This compact size makes it easier to integrate into various devices or products.
• Bluetooth 5 End Product Qualification: The module is qualified as a Bluetooth 5.0 end product, which means that it meets the necessary standards and specifications for Bluetooth 5.0 devices.
• Support for Multiple Wireless Technologies: The module supports Bluetooth 5, IEEE 802.15.4, and 2.4GHz RF communication. This flexibility allows you to choose the appropriate wireless technology for your specific application.
• Pre-Certified Module: The MDBT50Q-1 module is pre-certified with various regulatory certifications including FCC (Federal Communications Commission), IC (Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada), CE (Conformité Européene), Telec (Technical Conformity Certification for Radio Equipment in Japan), KC (Korea Certification), SRRC (State Radio Regulation of China), and NCC (National Communications Commission of Taiwan). This pre-certification can save time and effort during the product certification process.
• Multiprotocol SoC: The module is based on the Nordic nRF52840 SoC, which is a highly flexible multiprotocol System-on-Chip. It's well-suited for applications that require Bluetooth Low Energy and 2.4GHz ultra-low-power wireless communication.

Technical details

Quick Specifications

• 32-bit ARM® Cortex™ M4F CPU

• Supply: 1.7V – 5.5V

• Flexible and configurable 48 GPIO

• Bluetooth 5, IEEE 802.15.4, 2.4 GHz transceiver
  • -95dBm sensitivity in 1Mbps Bluetooth low energy (BLE) mode
  • -103dBm sensitivity in 125Kbps BLE mode (long-range)
  • +8 dBm TX power (down to -20 dBm in 4 dB steps)
  • On-air compatible with nRF52, nRF51, nRF24L and nRF24AP Series

• Programmable output power from +8dBm to -20dB
• RSSI (1dB resolution)‧Supported data rates:

• Bluetooth 5: 2Mbps, 1 Mbps, 500 kbps, 125 kbps

• IEEE 802.15.4-2006: 250 kbps

• Proprietary 2.4 GHz: 2 Mbps, 1 Mbps

• Advanced on-chip interfaces
  • USB 2.0 full speed (12Mbps) controller
  • QSPI 32MHz interface
  • High speed 32MHz SPI
  • Type 2 near field communication (NFC-A) tag with wake-on field‧Programmable peripheral interconnect (PPI)
  • EasyDMA automated data transfer without CPU processing on peripherals‧12 bit, 200ksps ADC – 8 configurable channels with programmable gain
  • 4 x 4 channel pulse width modulator (PWM)units with EasyDMA
  • Audio peripherals: I2S, digital microphone interface (PDM)
  • 5 X 32-bit timers with counter mode
  • Up to 4 x SPI masters / 3 x SPI slaves with EasyDMA
  • Up to 2 x I2C compatible 2-wire masters / slaves
  • 2 x UART(CTS/RTS) with EasyDMA
  • Quadrature decoder (QDEC)
  • 3 x 24-bit real-time counters (RTC)

• Operating Temp: -40°C to +85°C