MKW36A512VFP4R

RF Transceiver ICS Overview

The MKW36A512VFP4R is an RF System on a Chip (SoC) from NXP Semiconductors, featuring a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M0+ core. It operates at a maximum clock frequency of 48 MHz and supports Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) at 2.4 GHz with a data rate of 1 Mbps. The device includes 512 kB of Flash program memory and 64 kB of SRAM. Electrical specifications include a supply voltage range of 1.71 V to 3.6 V, transmit power of 3.5 dBm, and sensitivity of -95 dBm. Current consumption is 5.7 mA during transmission and 6.3 mA during reception. It features a 16-bit ADC and interfaces such as I2C, SPI, and UART. The component is housed in a QFN-40 package measuring 6 mm.

RF Transceiver ICS Feature Summary

• Integrates a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M0+ microcontroller with BLE connectivity for IoT applications
• Provides high-sensitivity radio performance with optimized power consumption profiles
• Includes integrated analog-to-digital conversion and standard serial communication peripherals

RF Transceiver ICS Applications

• Bluetooth Low Energy wireless sensor nodes
• Wearable electronic devices requiring extended battery life
• IoT beacon and proximity detection systems

RF Transceiver ICS Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix 'P4R' against the manufacturer's official documentation to confirm the reel packaging configuration and tape-and-reel specifications. Ensure that the RoHS compliance status matches current regulatory requirements for the target deployment region. Cross-reference the datasheet revision history to validate electrical characteristics against the production batch date code.

RF Transceiver ICS Selection Notes

Select this component when a low-cost, ultra-low power solution is required for simple BLE connectivity tasks. The Cortex-M0+ core is suitable for applications not demanding complex cryptographic operations or high-throughput processing. Consider the 512 kB memory limit for firmware size constraints and verify that the QFN-40 package fits the available PCB footprint and thermal management strategy.

RF Transceiver ICS Part Context

This part belongs to the Kinetis KW36 series, designed for Bluetooth Low Energy applications. It shares architectural similarities with the KW35 and KW34 families but utilizes the Cortex-M0+ core instead of higher-performance cores found in newer iterations. The series focuses on balancing cost, power efficiency, and sufficient processing capability for basic wireless sensor networks and consumer electronics.

RF Transceiver ICS Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not provided in the source material.