Microchip Unveils the SAM R30 System in Package for Wirelessly Connected Designs
April 26 2017 - 8:00AM
The SAM R30 System in Package (SiP), a single-chip RF
microcontroller (MCU), is now available from Microchip Technology
Inc. (NASDAQ:MCHP). The SAM R30 SiP incorporates an ultra-low power
microcontroller with an 802.15.4 sub-GHz radio, providing
multi-year battery life in a compact 5 mm package. The SAM R30 SiP
delivers design flexibility and proven reliability all in a small
package, making it ideally suited for connected home, smart city
and industrial applications. For more information about the SAM R30
SiP, visit:
www.microchip.com/SAMR30
As the demand for battery-powered wirelessly connected systems
continues to rise, the low-power SAM R30 meets the extremely
power-conscious needs of these markets with features that extend
battery life for multiple years. The SiP is built using the SAM L21
MCU which leverages the Cortex® M0+ architecture, the most
energy-efficient ARM®-based architecture available. The SAM R30
features ultra-low power sleep modes, with wake from serial
communication or General-Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) while
consuming a mere 500 nA.
With the ability to operate within the 769-935 MHz range, the
SAM R30 SiP gives developers the flexibility to implement a
point-to-point, star or mesh network. Microchip helps developers
get started immediately with Microchip’s free MiWi™
point-to-point/star network protocol stack. Mesh networking
capabilities will be available later this year. Nodes outfitted
with the SiP can be positioned as far as one kilometer apart, with
the ability to double the range in a star topology. When used in a
mesh network, the SAM R30 delivers reliable wide-area coverage for
applications such as street lighting or wind and solar farms.
“This SAM R30 SiP offers an excellent migration path from a
discrete MCU and radio to a single-chip solution for more compact,
cost-effective designs,” said Steve Caldwell, vice president of
Microchip’s wireless solutions group. “The combination of our
industry-proven connectivity technology with the high performance
of the SAM L21 MCU creates a reliable, extremely low-power
solution.”
Development SupportDevelopers can begin
prototyping immediately with the ATSAMR30-XPRO development board, a
convenient USB-interfaced development board that is supported by
our easy-to-use Atmel Studio 7 Software Development Kit (SDK). For
additional information on development tools and support, visit:
http://www.microchip.com/ATSAMR30-XPRO
Pricing and AvailabilityThe SAM R30 SiP is
available in two QFN packages to be sampled or purchased in volume
production quantities.
- The ATSAMR30E18 in a QFN32 package is available for $4.11 each
in 10k unit quantities
- The ATSAMR30G18 in a QFN48 package is available for $4.26 each
in 10k unit quantities
- The ATSAMR30-XPRO development board is available for $65 per
board
For additional information, contact any Microchip sales
representative or authorized worldwide distributor. To purchase
products mentioned in this press release, go to the new,
easier-to-navigate and mobile-optimized microchipDIRECT
(www.microchipdirect.com/ProductSearch.aspx?keywords=samr30)
or contact one of Microchip’s authorized distribution partners.
ResourcesHigh-res images available through
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- Press graphic:
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- Block diagram:
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About Microchip TechnologyMicrochip Technology
Inc. (NASDAQ:MCHP) is a leading provider of microcontroller,
mixed-signal, analog and Flash-IP solutions, providing low-risk
product development, lower total system cost and faster time to
market for thousands of diverse customer applications
worldwide. Headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, Microchip
offers outstanding technical support along with dependable delivery
and quality. For more information, visit the Microchip
website at www.microchip.com.
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