NXP Semiconductors QN9080-001-M17Y

Overview

QN9080-001-M17 from NXP Semiconductors is a fully certified Bluetooth 5.0 and NFC-enabled System-in-Package (SiP) module integrating QN9080 SoC and NT3H2211 NFC IC. It delivers ultra-low power operation (1 µA power-down), integrated 2.4 GHz antenna, dual crystals (32 MHz and 32.768 kHz), 512 KB flash/128 KB SRAM, and operates across –40 °C to +85 °C - designed for compact portable wireless devices requiring fast tap-and-go pairing.

For engineers reviewing the QN9080-001-M17 datasheet, QN9080-001-M17 pinout, QN9080-001-M17 application, or QN9080-001-M17 equivalent, key selection considerations include BLE 5.0 radio performance (–92.7 dBm RX sensitivity), integrated NFC tag interface via I²C, Arm Cortex-M4F core with FSP co-processor, and LFLGA54 package compatibility with space-constrained PCB layouts.

Technical Context

The QN9080-001-M17 implements a dual-die architecture: the QN9080 die hosts a 32 MHz Arm Cortex-M4F core with FPU, MPU, and Fusion Signal Processor (FSP) for sensor data offload, while the NT3H2211 die provides NFC Forum Type 2 Tag compliance with 1912-byte EEPROM, I²C slave interface, and field-detection output. Both dies share power domains and are co-packaged with matched RF components.

Its RF subsystem includes an integrated 2.4 GHz monolithic antenna, on-chip balun, harmonic filter, and programmable TX power (–20 to +2 dBm), enabling FCC/IC/MIC/CE modular certification without external RF tuning. The SiP supports concurrent BLE central/peripheral roles, 16 simultaneous links, secure connections, and packet length extension - all within a single 6 × 9.7 × 1.17 mm LFLGA package.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

The QN9080-001-M17 uses a 54-pin LFLGA (Low-Profile Fine-Pitch Land Grid Array) package measuring 6 × 9.7 × 1.17 mm, with exposed ground pads (pins 45–47, 51–54) and dedicated RF/NFC terminals including ANT_IN (pin 23), RF_OUT (pin 24), LA/LB (pins 7/6), NTAG_FD (pin 37), and NTAG_VCC (pin 39).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar Bluetooth + NFC SiP applications.

Compared with DA1469x-00-DEVKT-Z and CC2652RBIPNTR, the QN9080-001-M17 uniquely delivers factory-integrated BLE 5.0 + NFC with full modular certification, eliminating RF redesign and accelerating time-to-certification by 3–6 months - critical for medical and consumer OEMs targeting global markets.

Availability

QN9080-001-M17 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for health wearables, smart home sensors, retail beacons, and portable medical diagnostics requiring stable component supply and regulatory-ready integration.

Supply support for QN9080-001-M17 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 applications, with deep expertise in RF, NFC, and ultra-low-power microcontrollers.

The QN9080-001-M17 belongs to NXP's QN908x ultra-low-power Bluetooth Smart SiP family, engineered specifically for space-constrained, battery-operated devices needing certified wireless connectivity and NFC-based provisioning without RF engineering overhead.

FAQ

What regulatory certifications does the QN9080-001-M17 hold?

QN9080-001-M17 holds full modular certifications: FCC ID XXMQN9080M17, IC ID 8764A-QN9080M17, CE RED, and Japan MIC ID. These apply only when using the internal antenna; external antenna use requires new system-level certification. The QN9080-001-M17 documentation confirms compliance with CFR 47 Part 15, ETSI EN 300 328, and ARIB STD-T66.

Does the QN9080-001-M17 support both BLE central and peripheral roles simultaneously?

Yes, the QN9080-001-M17 supports concurrent central and peripheral roles with up to 16 simultaneous BLE links. This capability is implemented in hardware within the QN9080 die's BLE protocol stack and verified in the objective data sheet Rev. 1.0. The QN9080-001-M17 enables multi-role mesh nodes and gateway devices without software scheduling overhead.

How does the integrated NT3H2211 NFC interface connect to the QN9080 host processor?

The NT3H2211 NFC IC interfaces exclusively via I²C to the QN9080 die - pins SCL (pin 21) and SDA (pin 22) route directly to Flexcomm1. The QN9080-001-M17 uses NTAG_FD (pin 37) for hardware field-detection interrupt and VOUT (pin 40) for NFC energy harvesting, enabling zero-power NFC wake-up and battery-free configuration.

What is the function of the ANT_SW pin on the QN9080-001-M17?

The ANT_SW pin (PA14, pin 19) controls an external antenna diversity switch. When asserted, it disables the internal antenna and routes RF signals to the external antenna port (ANT_IN). This allows hybrid antenna configurations while maintaining FCC modular approval for the internal path. The QN9080-001-M17 block diagram and pin description confirm its role in RF front-end switching.

Can the QN9080-001-M17 operate without external crystals?

No - the QN9080-001-M17 integrates fixed 32 MHz and 32.768 kHz crystals internally and does not support external crystal connections. Its oscillator circuitry is hardwired to these onboard resonators, as confirmed in Section 2.1 ("Clock generation") and Figure 2 of the objective data sheet. Removing or bypassing them is not supported and voids certification.