NXP Semiconductors OM15080-K32W

Overview

OM15080-K32W from NXP is a USB dongle evaluation platform based on the K32W061 wireless MCU, supporting Bluetooth® Low Energy and Zigbee protocol sniffing at 2.4 GHz with up to 11 dBm RF output power, preprogrammed with a Zigbee sniffer application, and featuring integrated QSPI flash, USB-to-UART bridge, and dual-color LED indicators.

For engineers reviewing the OM15080-K32W datasheet, OM15080-K32W pinout, OM15080-K32W application, or OM15080-K32W equivalent, this board enables rapid RF packet analysis, protocol validation, and firmware development for Bluetooth LE and Zigbee 3.0 mesh networks without custom hardware design.

Technical Context

The OM15080-K32W implements the K32W061 SoC - a dual-band 2.4 GHz wireless MCU with ARM Cortex-M4F core, integrated 2.4 GHz transceiver, and hardware-accelerated AES-128/CCM security engine - configured as a host-connected sniffer via USB CDC interface.

It operates in the 2400–2483 MHz ISM band with certified RF performance: 10 dBm max output for Bluetooth LE and 11 dBm for Zigbee, compliant with RED 2014/53/EU, and includes onboard 2 MB QSPI flash for firmware storage and packet buffer retention.

Key Specifications

Availability

OM15080-K32W is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for wireless protocol validation, IoT gateway development, and RF debug workflows requiring stable component supply and immediate out-of-box functionality.

Supply support for OM15080-K32W 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 company specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT applications.

The OM15080-K32W belongs to NXP's K32W wireless MCU evaluation platform family, designed to accelerate development of certified, low-power, multi-protocol IoT edge devices using the K32W061 SoC.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the OM15080-K32W?

The OM15080-K32W is a USB dongle-based packet sniffer platform built around the K32W061 wireless MCU. Its primary function is real-time over-the-air capture and decoding of Zigbee and Bluetooth LE traffic. The OM15080-K32W ships preprogrammed with a Zigbee sniffer application and supports Bluetooth LE sniffing via NXP-provided software tools.

Does the OM15080-K32W require additional hardware to operate?

No, the OM15080-K32W is a self-contained USB dongle that requires only a host PC with USB port and compatible OS (Windows, macOS, or Linux). It draws power directly from USB, includes an onboard PCB antenna, and needs no external debugger, programmer, or RF accessories to run the preloaded sniffer application.

Which wireless protocols does the OM15080-K32W support natively?

The OM15080-K32W natively supports Zigbee packet sniffing out-of-box and Bluetooth LE sniffing via downloadable firmware and host-side software. Both operate in the 2400–2483 MHz band using the K32W061's integrated transceiver - no protocol stack licensing or external radio modules are required for basic sniffer operation.

Is the OM15080-K32W compliant with EU radio regulations?

Yes, the OM15080-K32W carries a Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity per RED 2014/53/EU. It is certified for operation in the 2400–2483 MHz band with maximum transmitted power of 11 dBm (Zigbee) and 10 dBm (Bluetooth LE), meeting essential requirements for radio equipment placed on the European market.

Can the OM15080-K32W be reprogrammed with custom firmware?

Yes, the OM15080-K32W is fully programmable via its USB interface using NXP's MCUXpresso IDE and SDK. The onboard K32W061 MCU supports JTAG/SWD debugging, and the OM15080-K32W's QSPI flash allows deployment of custom Zigbee, Thread, or proprietary 2.4 GHz applications beyond the default sniffer mode.