Fujitsu Components improves memory and power in revised Bluetooth module
The FWMBLZ23 Bluetooth 5.3 wireless radio module has been developed by Fujitsu Components as a direct yet higher-performance replacement for its FWMBLZ20B module. It is designed with a drop-in compatible pin layout and has the same dimensions but, at 256kbyte RAM offers four times the memory of the previous model and twice the flash memory (1Mbyte). These increases allow it to accommodate more complex programmes and software. The increased memory and flash memory additionally give designers the option to leverage the Matter royalty-free home automation connectivity standard as well as the Thread IP-based networking protocol, allowing ample memory space for users’ applications.
The module’s hardware encoding system enables the 125kbits per second Bluetooth Low Energy Long Range communication mode. Users can leverage the full capabilities of the Bluetooth 5.3 long range mode, which covers roughly four times the area of the Bluetooth 5.0 long-range mode.
The FWMBLZ23 also boasts double the transmitting power (+8dBm) of the predecessor unit, which is achieved with less power consumption, said the company. Additional interfaces include NFC, UART, general purpose I/O, I2S, PDM, QSPI, TWI and ADC, which allows the design of many embedded applications with a single module in products which require personal area communication functionality.
In addition to an ecosystem of products, Fujitsu can add value and support including practical advice on Nordic SDK (software development kits) and antenna / module placement, providing a single point of contact for application design.
The FWM7BLZ23 is available immediately.
Fujitsu Components America, markets and distributes electronic and system components and sub-systems throughout North and South America. Products include relays, touch panels, thermal printers, wireless modules, and input and pointing devices.
