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NXP Semiconductors JN5189THN/001Z
- Part No.:
- JN5189THN/001Z
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- RF Transceiver ICs
- Package:
- 40-VFQFN Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
-
JN5189THN/001Z.pdf
- Description:
- IC RF TXRX+MCU 802.15.4 40HVQFN
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Product details
Overview
JN5189THN/001Z from NXP Semiconductors is an ultra-low-power Arm® Cortex®-M4 wireless microcontroller supporting Zigbee 3.0 and Thread protocols, integrating a 2.4 GHz IEEE 802.15.4 transceiver, 640 KB Flash, 152 KB SRAM, and an embedded NTAG I2C NFC tag. It operates at up to 48 MHz and achieves −100 dBm receiver sensitivity with 4.3 mA RX current, enabling coin-cell-powered smart lighting and home automation endpoints.
For engineers reviewing the JN5189THN/001Z datasheet, JN5189THN/001Z pinout, JN5189THN/001Z application, or JN5189THN/001Z equivalent, this page delivers verified specifications, HVQFN40 package mapping, confirmed NFC-enabled radio-peripheral integration, and direct alternative part comparisons for secure, low-power mesh node design.
Technical Context
The JN5189THN/001Z implements a dual-oscillator architecture: a 32 MHz crystal oscillator for RF timing and system clocking, plus a 32.768 kHz crystal oscillator for RTC and low-power timer operation. Its integrated RF transceiver includes antenna diversity control, an internal balun, and deep power-down mode with 350 nA quiescent current and IO-triggered wake-up.
On-chip security comprises a dedicated AES-128/192/256 engine, SHA-1/SHA-256 hardware accelerator, and eFuse-stored 128-bit random key. The DMIC subsystem supports dual-channel PDM microphone input with hardware voice activity detection, reducing CPU load in always-listening sensor applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | Arm Cortex-M4 running at up to 48 MHz; enables real-time Zigbee/Thread stack execution with hardware floating-point and NVIC interrupt handling. |
| Memory | 640 KB embedded Flash (supports OTA updates) and 152 KB SRAM; sufficient for concurrent network stack + application firmware in battery-constrained nodes. |
| Radio Performance | IEEE 802.15.4-2011 compliant; −100 dBm sensitivity, +11 dBm max TX power, 4.3 mA RX current; meets range and coexistence requirements for home automation deployments. |
| Low-Power Modes | Deep power-down current = 350 nA with IO wake-up; supports >10-year coin-cell operation in periodic-sensing applications like thermostats or door sensors. |
| NFC Interface | Integrated NTAG I2C device (NFC Forum Type 2); enables tap-to-pair provisioning, secure commissioning, and firmware update triggers without external NFC controller. |
| Analog Peripherals | 8-channel 12-bit ADC (190 ksamples/s), dual analog comparator, temperature/battery sensors; supports local environmental monitoring without external signal conditioning. |
| Digital Interfaces | 2× I²C, 2× SPI, 2× USART (one with flow control), 10× PWM, QSPIFI, ISO7816; provides flexible connectivity to sensors, displays, actuators, and secure peripherals. |
Pinout & Package
Package: HVQFN40 (6 × 6 mm, 0.5 mm pitch), lead-free and RoHS compliant; junction temperature range −40 °C to +125 °C.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| LA / LB | NFC Antenna Inputs | Direct connection points for external NFC loop antenna; enable passive NFC communication without discrete NFC frontend IC. |
| RF_IO | RF Transceiver I/O | Single-pin RF interface with integrated balun; connects directly to PCB antenna or matching network for minimal BOM count. |
| XTAL_P / XTAL_N | 32 MHz System Crystal | Differential input for high-accuracy RF timing reference; internal capacitors eliminate need for external load caps. |
| XTAL_32K_P / XTAL_32K_N | 32.768 kHz RTC Crystal | Enables precise real-time clock and low-power timer operation during sleep/deep-sleep modes. |
| VDD(RADIO) / VSS(RF) | RF Power/Ground | Isolated power domain for transceiver section; minimizes digital noise coupling into sensitive RF circuitry. |
| PIO0–PIO21 | Configurable GPIOs | Up to 22 digital I/Os with multiple alternate functions (PWM, UART, SPI, I²C, ADC inputs); supports flexible peripheral routing and board-level reuse. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated NFC Tag (NTAG I2C) | Eliminates external NFC controller IC and associated passives; reduces BOM cost and PCB area while enabling secure out-of-band commissioning. |
| Ultra-Low Deep Power-Down Current | 350 nA with IO wake-up capability; extends coin-cell battery life beyond 10 years in infrequently polled sensor nodes. |
| Hardware Security Accelerators | AES-128/192/256 + SHA-1/SHA-256 engines offload crypto processing from CPU; ensures deterministic latency for secure over-the-air updates. |
| Dual-Channel DMIC Subsystem | Includes PDM clock/data inputs, hardware voice activity detection, and 16-entry FIFO; enables low-power voice wake-word detection without MCU intervention. |
| Antenna Diversity Control | Dedicated ADE/ADO outputs drive external RF switches; improves link reliability in multipath indoor environments without software overhead. |
Applications
| Smart Lighting Control | Home Security Sensor |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Battery-powered Zigbee 3.0 LED driver module with dimming, color tuning, and occupancy sensing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary wireless MCU executing Zigbee Light Link profile, managing PWM dimming, reading PIR sensor via GPIO, and handling OTA firmware updates. Use Value: Integrated NFC enables tap-to-pair setup by installers; 350 nA deep power-down extends CR2450 battery life to >7 years with daily status reporting. |
Use Scenario: Wireless door/window contact sensor with tamper detection and encrypted status reporting to hub. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-power endpoint MCU sampling reed switch and accelerometer, encrypting data with AES-128, and transmitting via Thread network. Use Value: Hardware SHA-256 ensures message integrity; −100 dBm sensitivity maintains reliable link through walls and cabinets at 10 m range. |
| Smart Thermostat Node | Wireless HVAC Actuator |
|
Use Scenario: Battery-operated thermostat with ambient temperature/humidity sensing, display interface, and local scheduling. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Host MCU running Thread Border Router agent, reading 12-bit ADC for temperature, driving LCD via SPI, and managing RTC-based schedule events. Use Value: 152 KB SRAM accommodates full Thread stack + UI logic; 32.768 kHz crystal enables accurate 1-second RTC resolution during deep-sleep. |
Use Scenario: Mains-powered HVAC damper actuator with motor control, position feedback, and Zigbee commissioning. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time controller generating 10-channel PWM for motor phase control, reading analog position sensor via ADC, and communicating via Zigbee Cluster Library. Use Value: 10× hardware PWM channels eliminate need for external motor driver IC; integrated comparator monitors overcurrent fault in real time. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar wireless MCU applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| JN5189HN/001Z | No integrated NFC tag; identical RF, memory, and MCU specs; same HVQFN40 package and pinout. | Suitable where NFC provisioning is unnecessary; lower unit cost but requires external NFC solution if needed later. | Select JN5189HN/001Z when NFC is not required at launch; JN5189THN/001Z avoids redesign if NFC is added post-production. |
| EFR32MG21A020F768IM32 | Silicon Labs chip: 768 KB Flash, 96 KB RAM, +20 dBm TX power, no integrated NFC; uses proprietary Simplicity Studio toolchain. | Better RF range and higher TX power; lacks native NFC but supports external NFC via I²C; targets commercial-grade lighting controls. | Choose EFR32MG21A020F768IM32 for longer-range (>100 m) or mains-powered applications; JN5189THN/001Z excels in ultra-low-power, NFC-enabled edge nodes. |
Compared with JN5189HN/001Z, the JN5189THN/001Z adds NFC without altering RF performance or power consumption; versus EFR32MG21A020F768IM32, it trades higher TX power for integrated NFC, smaller Flash, and NXP's Zigbee/Thread-certified software stack.
Availability
JN5189THN/001Z is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for smart lighting controls, home security sensors, and wireless HVAC actuators requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.
Supply support for JN5189THN/001Z 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 core expertise in RF, MCU, and NFC integration.
The JN5189 product line targets ultra-low-power, standards-compliant wireless mesh nodes for residential and commercial building automation, emphasizing single-chip integration of radio, security, and sensor interfaces.
FAQ
What wireless protocols does the JN5189THN/001Z natively support?
The JN5189THN/001Z natively supports Zigbee 3.0 and Thread networking stacks per its NXP product documentation. Its IEEE 802.15.4-2011 compliant transceiver provides the physical and MAC layer foundation for both protocols, and the on-chip Arm Cortex-M4 executes certified protocol stacks without external co-processors. The JN5189THN/001Z does not support Bluetooth LE, Wi-Fi, or proprietary 2.4 GHz protocols out of the box.
Does the JN5189THN/001Z require external crystals for full operation?
Yes - the JN5189THN/001Z requires two external crystals: a 32 MHz crystal for system clock and RF timing (connected to XTAL_P/XTAL_N), and a 32.768 kHz crystal for RTC and low-power timers (connected to XTAL_32K_P/XTAL_32K_N). Both are mandatory for specified radio performance and deep-sleep functionality; internal oscillators alone do not meet timing accuracy requirements for IEEE 802.15.4 compliance. The JN5189THN/001Z includes internal load capacitors for the 32 MHz crystal, eliminating external caps.
How does the integrated NFC tag in the JN5189THN/001Z function electrically?
The JN5189THN/001Z integrates an NTAG I2C device compliant with NFC Forum Type 2 specification, accessible via dedicated LA/LB pins for antenna connection and internally linked to the I2C0 bus. It operates passively - powered by the NFC reader's RF field - and exposes a 144-byte user memory area readable/writable via I2C from the host MCU. This allows the JN5189THN/001Z to store provisioning keys, device identifiers, or firmware metadata for secure, touch-initiated commissioning without modifying the main application code.
What is the maximum allowed supply voltage range for the JN5189THN/001Z?
The JN5189THN/001Z operates across a 1.9 V to 3.6 V supply voltage range, as specified in its official datasheet. This range applies to the VDDE (I/O supply), VBAT (DC-DC input), and VDD(PMU) domains. Operation below 1.9 V may cause brown-out resets or unstable RF performance; above 3.6 V risks permanent damage. The DC-DC converter (LX, FB, VSS(DCDC)) supports efficient regulation within this range, enabling direct coin-cell (e.g., CR2450) or 3.3 V rail operation. The JN5189THN/001Z includes an 8-threshold voltage brown-out detector for configurable reset behavior.
Can the JN5189THN/001Z simultaneously run Zigbee and Thread stacks?
No - the JN5189THN/001Z supports Zigbee 3.0 or Thread individually, not concurrently. Its firmware image is built for one protocol stack at a time due to memory constraints (640 KB Flash, 152 KB SRAM) and architectural partitioning of the network layer. NXP provides separate SDKs and certified binaries for each protocol; switching requires reflashing. The JN5189THN/001Z does not implement a dual-stack runtime environment, and attempting to load both stacks exceeds available SRAM and violates NXP's validated certification scope.
JN5189THN/001Z Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 40-VFQFN Exposed Pad
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Type:
- TxRx + MCU
- RF Family/Standard:
- 802.15.4
- Protocol:
- Zigbee®
- Modulation:
- -
- Frequency:
- 2.4GHz
- Data Rate (Max):
- -
- Power - Output:
- 11.2dBm
- Sensitivity:
- -101.3dBm
- Memory Size:
- 640kB Flash, 152kB SRAM
- Serial Interfaces:
- I2C, SPI, PWM, UART
- GPIO:
- 22
- Voltage - Supply:
- 1.9V ~ 3.6V
- Current - Receiving:
- 4.3mA
- Current - Transmitting:
- 7.36mA ~ 20.28mA
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 40-HVQFN (6x6)
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