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NXP Semiconductors JN5174/001K
- Part No.:
- JN5174/001K
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- RF Transceiver ICs
- Package:
- 40-VFQFN Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
-
JN5174/001K.pdf
- Description:
- IC RF TXRX+MCU 802.15.4 40HVQFN
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Product details
Overview
JN5174/001K from NXP Semiconductors is an IEEE 802.15.4-compliant wireless microcontroller integrating ARM Cortex-M3 CPU, 2.4 GHz transceiver, 160 kB Flash/32 kB RAM/4 kB EEPROM, and analog/digital peripherals for ZigBee 3.0 and Thread end nodes in battery-powered smart lighting and home automation systems.
For engineers reviewing the JN5174/001K datasheet, JN5174/001K pinout, JN5174/001K application, or JN5174/001K equivalent, key selection considerations include receive current (12.7 mA), +10 dBm configurable transmit power, 6×6 mm HVQFN40 package, -40°C to +125°C operation, and integrated 128-bit AES security accelerator.
Technical Context
The JN5174/001K implements a tightly coupled ARM Cortex-M3 core with Thumb-2 instruction set, multi-stage pipeline, and debug support via Serial Wire/JTAG; its radio subsystem includes IEEE 802.15.4 PHY/MAC accelerator, O-QPSK modulation, antenna diversity with automatic RX switching, and hardware AES-CCM encryption.
Power management integrates ultra-low-power sleep timer (0.6 µA), deep-sleep mode (100 nA), programmable clock scaling (1–32 MHz), and dedicated voltage regulators for RF/analog/digital domains-enabling coin-cell operation with >10-year battery life in always-on sensor nodes.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core | ARM Cortex-M3, 32-bit RISC CPU with Thumb-2 ISA and hardware divide |
| Memory | 160 kB embedded Flash (OTA-upgradable), 32 kB RAM, 4 kB EEPROM (100k write cycles) |
| Radio | 2.4 GHz IEEE 802.15.4 transceiver, -96 dBm sensitivity, +10 dBm max TX power |
| Power | 12.7 mA RX current, 0.6 µA sleep timer, 100 nA deep sleep with external wake-up |
| Peripherals | 6-channel 10-bit ADC, dual UART (one with RTS/CTS), SPI master/slave, fail-safe I²C, 8 timers (6 PWM + 2 counter) |
| Package | HVQFN40, 6 × 6 mm, 0.5 mm pitch, lead-free/RoHS compliant |
| Operating Range | -40 °C to +125 °C ambient temperature, 2.0–3.6 V supply voltage |
Pinout & Package
HVQFN40 package with exposed thermal paddle (VSSA); 40-pin layout optimized for RF integrity and low-power decoupling-requires 100 nF ceramic capacitors on VDDA/VDDD/VB_DIG/VB_SYNTH, 47 pF + 100 nF on VB_RF1/VB_RF2, and 10 nF on VB_VCO.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| DIO0–DIO15, DIO17–DIO18 | Digital I/O (multiplexed) | 18 configurable GPIOs supporting UART, SPI, I²C, PWM, ADC inputs, pulse counting, and antenna diversity control |
| RF_IO | RF antenna interface | Single-ended 50 Ω RF port requiring external matching network (2 inductors + capacitor) |
| XTAL_IN / XTAL_OUT | 32 MHz crystal oscillator | Drives system clock; requires external 32 MHz crystal and load capacitors to analog ground |
| VDDA / VDDD / VB_DIG / VB_RF1 / VB_RF2 / VB_SYNTH / VB_VCO | Power supply domains | Separate regulated supplies for analog, digital, RF, synthesizer, and VCO circuits-each requiring dedicated decoupling |
| RESET_N | Active-low reset input | Pulled up internally; assertion resets CPU, peripherals, and memory subsystems |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated security accelerator | Hardware 128-bit AES-CCM engine compliant with IEEE 802.15.4-2006 for encryption and authentication |
| Low-power radio architecture | 12.7 mA RX current and 0.6 µA sleep timer enable decade-long coin-cell operation in always-on nodes |
| Flexible peripheral routing | 18 DIO pins multiplexed across UART, SPI, I²C, ADC, PWM, and antenna diversity functions-reducing BOM count |
| Over-the-air firmware update | 160 kB Flash supports full stack and application updates without external memory or physical access |
| Robust RF performance | +10 dBm TX power, -96 dBm sensitivity, 106 dB link budget, and antenna diversity for reliable indoor mesh networking |
Applications
| Smart Lighting Control | ZigBee 3.0 Sensor Node |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Wireless dimmable LED driver with occupancy and ambient light sensing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: JN5174/001K serves as primary controller running ZigBee 3.0 stack, managing RF communication, PWM dimming, and ADC-based light/temperature sampling. Use Value: Integrated 6-channel ADC and 6 PWM timers eliminate external signal conditioning and timing ICs-reducing PCB area and component cost by ≥30%. | Use Scenario: Battery-powered door/window contact sensor with tamper detection and reporting. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: JN5174/001K operates in deep sleep (100 nA), wakes on magnetic reed switch interrupt, samples status, encrypts payload via AES accelerator, and transmits via IEEE 802.15.4 MAC. Use Value: Ultra-low deep-sleep current and hardware MAC acceleration extend 2xAA battery life beyond 7 years-meeting EN 14846 security device requirements. |
| Thread Border Router Endpoint | Commercial HVAC Actuator |
Use Scenario: Low-power edge node bridging BLE sensors to IPv6-based Thread network. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: JN5174/001K executes Thread stack with dual PAN ID support, handles IPv6 header compression, and manages secure key exchange using on-chip AES. Use Value: Unified memory architecture and integrated MAC accelerator reduce latency in 6LoWPAN packet processing-achieving sub-15 ms end-to-end jitter in mesh topologies. | Use Scenario: Wireless damper actuator in office HVAC system with temperature feedback and scheduling. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: JN5174/001K controls stepper motor via PWM outputs, reads thermistor via ADC channel, logs data to EEPROM, and reports status over ZigBee cluster. Use Value: On-chip 4 kB EEPROM with 100k write endurance enables local event logging without external nonvolatile memory-simplifying compliance with ASHRAE 135 BACnet commissioning workflows. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar wireless microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| EM3581-RTR | 8051 core, 256 kB Flash, no integrated AES accelerator, 13.5 mA RX current | Limited to legacy ZigBee PRO stacks; lacks Thread support and hardware security offload | Choose for cost-sensitive legacy ZigBee deployments where AES offload is handled in software |
| CC2652R1F | ARM Cortex-M4F, 352 kB Flash, Bluetooth 5.1 + IEEE 802.15.4 dual-mode, 6.8 mA RX current | Supports concurrent BLE and ZigBee/Thread; higher RF integration but larger 7×7 mm QFN package | Choose when multi-protocol flexibility or lower active current outweighs Flash size and package footprint constraints |
Compared with EM3581-RTR, JN5174/001K delivers superior security offload and Thread readiness; versus CC2652R1F, it offers smaller footprint and proven ZigBee 3.0 certification-but trades multi-protocol capability for optimized single-stack efficiency.
Availability
JN5174/001K is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for smart lighting networks, battery-powered IoT sensors, and Thread-enabled home automation gateways requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.
Supply support for JN5174/001K includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
NXP Semiconductors is a global semiconductor leader specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT markets-with expertise in wireless SoCs and embedded security IP.
The JN517x product line was designed specifically for ultra-low-power, standards-compliant mesh networking in resource-constrained battery-operated devices-targeting ZigBee 3.0 and Thread certification in commercial building and smart home ecosystems.
FAQ
What is the maximum transmit power supported by the JN5174/001K?
The JN5174/001K supports configurable transmit power up to +10 dBm, with verified current consumption of 22.5 mA at that level. Lower settings-including +8.5 dBm (19.6 mA) and +3 dBm (14 mA)-are available to optimize RF range versus battery life. This output is delivered through the integrated power amplifier and RF_IO pin, requiring external matching components per the reference design in Section 15.1 of the datasheet.
Does the JN5174/001K support Over-The-Air (OTA) firmware updates?
Yes, the JN5174/001K supports full OTA firmware updates using its 160 kB embedded Flash memory. The device includes dedicated bootloader code in an 8 kB protected region and supports secure image validation prior to execution. OTA capability eliminates need for external Flash or physical programming interfaces-enabling remote field upgrades of both application code and ZigBee/Thread protocol stacks without hardware intervention.
What are the key power-saving modes available on the JN5174/001K?
The JN5174/001K provides three primary low-power states: (1) Sleep mode with 0.6 µA timer current and retained RAM/peripheral state; (2) Deep sleep mode drawing 100 nA while retaining register context and enabling wake-up from external pins or RTC; and (3) CPU doze mode where the Cortex-M3 core halts while peripherals remain active. All modes are software-controlled and compatible with coin-cell operation in long-life applications.
How many ADC channels does the JN5174/001K provide, and what is their resolution?
The JN5174/001K integrates a 10-bit successive-approximation ADC with six input channels: dedicated ADC0 pin, shared ADC1/VREF pin (mutually exclusive), and four channels multiplexed onto DIO0–DIO3. When configured for ADC use, those DIOs must be set as inputs with internal pull-ups disabled. The ADC supports autonomous multi-channel sampling and internal temperature/battery monitoring-critical for self-calibrating smart lighting and sensor nodes.
Is the JN5174/001K pin-compatible with other members of the JN517x family?
Yes, the JN5174/001K shares identical HVQFN40 pinout and electrical characteristics with JN5178 and JN5179 variants. Differences are limited to Flash capacity (160 kB vs. 256 kB vs. 512 kB) and associated firmware partitioning-allowing drop-in replacement during design iteration or volume procurement without PCB revision. All variants use the same SDK, toolchain, and certified ZigBee/Thread stacks.
JN5174/001K Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Series:
- JN517X
- Package/Case:
- 40-VFQFN Exposed Pad
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Type:
- TxRx + MCU
- RF Family/Standard:
- 802.15.4
- Protocol:
- Zigbee®
- Modulation:
- -
- Frequency:
- 2.4GHz ~ 2.485GHz
- Data Rate (Max):
- -
- Power - Output:
- 10dBm
- Sensitivity:
- -96.5dBm
- Memory Size:
- 160kB Flash, 4kB EEPROM, 32kB RAM
- Serial Interfaces:
- I2C, PWM, SPI, UART
- GPIO:
- 1
- Voltage - Supply:
- 2V ~ 3.6V
- Current - Receiving:
- 12.7mA ~ 14.8mA
- Current - Transmitting:
- 14mA ~ 22.5mA
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 40-HVQFN (6x6)
JN5174/001K FAQ
1.How can I place an order for JN5174/001K through Aetrix?
Please submit a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for JN5174/001K on Aetrix. Our sales agent will provide a competitive quotation and guide you through the order confirmation once you accept the terms.
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5.How can I obtain technical support or documentation for JN5174/001K?
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6.How does Aetrix verify that JN5174/001K is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All JN5174/001K products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that JN5174/001K meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of JN5174/001K?
All JN5174/001K units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with JN5174/001K, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The JN5174/001K part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for JN5174/001K:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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