CC430F6127IRGCT

RF Transceiver ICS Overview

The CC430F6127IRGCT is a Texas Instruments RF microcontroller featuring an MSP430 core and integrated sub-1 GHz RF transceiver. It operates within the 300 MHz to 928 MHz frequency range with a maximum clock frequency of 25 MHz. The device includes 32 kB of Flash program memory, 4 kB of SRAM data memory, and an 8-channel 10-bit ADC. It supports I2C, SPI, and UART interfaces via USCI modules, housed in a 64-pin VQFN package suitable for surface mount applications.

RF Transceiver ICS Feature Summary

• Integrates an MSP430 16-bit MCU with a sub-1 GHz RF transceiver for combined processing and wireless communication.
• Features ultra-low-power operation capabilities designed for battery-constrained embedded systems.
• Includes versatile Universal Serial Communication Interface (USCI) modules supporting standard serial protocols.

RF Transceiver ICS Applications

• Wireless sensor networks requiring low power consumption
• Remote control and signaling systems
• Industrial monitoring and automation devices

RF Transceiver ICS Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'RGCT' corresponds to the tape and reel packaging format required for automated assembly processes. Confirm that the operating temperature range meets environmental specifications. Ensure compatibility with the target PCB footprint for the VQFN-64 package. Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against current availability status to confirm active production status before finalizing procurement plans.

RF Transceiver ICS Selection Notes

Select this component when a single-chip solution combining 16-bit processing and sub-1 GHz wireless transmission is required. Consider the 32 kB memory size adequate for moderate firmware complexity. Evaluate the 25 MHz clock speed against real-time processing needs. Compare against other CC430 variants if different memory sizes or pin counts are necessary for the specific application constraints.

RF Transceiver ICS Part Context

This part belongs to the CC430 family of System-on-Chip devices from Texas Instruments. These microcontrollers merge the energy-efficient MSP430 architecture with robust RF capabilities. The series targets applications needing both computational control and wireless connectivity without external radio components. The CC430F6127 variant specifically offers balanced memory resources for general-purpose wireless MCU tasks.

RF Transceiver ICS Replacement Considerations

CC430F6137IRGCT: Offers identical hardware but with increased 128 kB Flash memory capacity. CC430F6127IRGCR: Same functional specifications but supplied in tube packaging instead of tape and reel. Verify memory requirements and packaging preferences when substituting.