Texas Instruments

CC2538NF53RTQR  

RF Transceiver ICs

CC2538NF53RTQR Description

The CC2538NF53RTQR from Texas Instruments is a highly integrated 2.4GHz RF transceiver with an embedded microcontroller (MCU), designed for IEEE 802.15.4, Zigbee®, and 6LoWPAN applications. Packaged in a 56-VFQFN form factor and supplied in Tape & Reel (TR), this surface-mount IC combines a powerful ARM Cortex-M3 MCU with 512kB Flash and 32kB RAM, enabling robust wireless connectivity and processing in a single chip. Operating within a 2V–3.6V supply range, it delivers 7dBm output power and supports data rates up to 250kbps, making it ideal for low-power, high-performance IoT and industrial applications.

CC2538NF53RTQR Features

• Integrated MCU & RF Transceiver: Combines a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M3 core with a 2.4GHz IEEE 802.15.4 radio, reducing BOM complexity.
• Rich Connectivity: Supports I2C, JTAG, SPI, UART, and USB interfaces, along with 32 GPIOs for flexible peripheral integration.
• Low-Power Operation: Optimized for energy efficiency with 20mA–24mA (RX) and 24mA–34mA (TX) current consumption.
• High Memory Capacity: 512kB Flash and 32kB RAM for firmware storage and real-time processing.
• Industrial-Grade Reliability: RoHS3 compliant, REACH unaffected, and MSL3-rated for extended environmental resilience.
• Protocol Support: Native compatibility with Zigbee® and 6LoWPAN for seamless mesh networking.

CC2538NF53RTQR Applications

• Smart Home & Building Automation: Zigbee®-enabled sensors, lighting controls, and HVAC systems.
• Industrial IoT (IIoT): Wireless monitoring, predictive maintenance, and asset tracking in harsh environments.
• Wireless Sensor Networks (WSN): Low-power, long-range sensor nodes for agriculture or environmental sensing.
• Healthcare Devices: Medical wearables and remote patient monitoring with secure data transmission.
• Retail & Logistics: RFID alternatives for inventory management using 6LoWPAN connectivity.

Conclusion of CC2538NF53RTQR

The CC2538NF53RTQR stands out as a versatile, low-power wireless SoC, merging RF performance with MCU capabilities for embedded IoT designs. Its high memory capacity, multi-protocol support, and industrial robustness make it superior to basic transceivers, particularly in Zigbee® and 6LoWPAN mesh networks. Engineers benefit from reduced development time and enhanced scalability, positioning this IC as a top choice for smart infrastructure, industrial automation, and battery-operated wireless systems.

CC2538NF53RTQR Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for CC2538NF53RTQR

Errata :

CC2538 Errata      

PCN Assembly/Origin :

Mult Dev Assembly Mat Chg 26/Apr/2019      

Datasheets :

CC2538 User Guide       CC2538 Datasheet      

HTML Datasheet :

CC2538 Datasheet      

PCN Design/Specification :

Copper Wire Base Alternative 23/Apr/2014