Summary of SOLID STATE SUPPLIES OFFERS WORLD’S SMALLEST BLUETOOTH® LOW ENERGY (BLE) MODULE
Solid State Supplies Ltd. has introduced the BGM11S Blue Gecko SiP, the world's smallest Bluetooth Low Energy module at 6.5mm x 6.5mm x 1.4mm. This highly integrated system includes an ARM Cortex-M4 processor, memory, radio transceiver, antenna, and security features. It supports Bluetooth 4.2/5 and Mesh, offering low power consumption and a 200-meter range in a compact package ideal for wearables and IoT devices.
Parts used in the BGM11S Blue Gecko SiP:
- System in Package (SiP) module
- On-board radio transceiver
- Integrated antenna
- Serial interfaces
- Core processor (ARM Cortex-M4)
- Memory (256kB flash, 32kB RAM)
- Clock management unit
- I/O pins
- Timers and triggers
- Hardware security module
- Power management circuitry
- Inbuilt metal shield
Acknowledged as the UK’s leading source of advanced embedded technology, Solid State Supplies Ltd. now offers the world’s smallest Bluetooth® Low Energy (BLE) SiP module from Silicon Labs. With a package size of 6.5mm x 6.5mm x 1.4mm the BGM11S Blue Gecko SiP (System in Package) module targets applications where ultra-small size, reliable high performance RF, low power consumption, full modular certification and easy application development are key requirements.
This highly integrated SiP solution is a complete Bluetooth subsystem with on-board radio transceiver, antenna, serial interfaces, core processor, memory, clock management, I/O, timers, triggers, hardware security and power management.
Based on a high performance 32-bit 38.4 MHz ARM® Cortex®-M4 processor with 256kB of flash program memory and 32kB of RAM data memory integrated the low power device consumes just 8.7 mA when operating and 2.5µA in deep sleep mode due to the integrated energy management circuitry.
The BGM11S is Bluetooth 4.2 compliant and compatible with Bluetooth 5 advertising as well as being Bluetooth mesh capable. The integrated antenna offers up to +8 dBm transmit power and -90 dBm receive sensitivity, requiring minimal PCB, plastic and metal clearance to deliver exceptional performance up to a range of 200 metres. The inbuilt metal shield enables full modular certification for worldwide regulatory compliance, allowing end products to be certified with minimal effort.
The BGM11S small physical size requiring just 51mm2 of PCB area, the SiP module is ideal for space-constrained applications including IoT devices, wearables, asset trackers, mobile healthcare and Bluetooth beacons.
Commenting on the launch Matt Cook, Silicon Lab Product Manager at Solid State Supplies said: “This is a truly market leading product in terms of features, size, power consumption and cost. In space constrained applications where traditionally a chip design route would have been taken, the ease of integration and cost points make the BGM11S a compelling solution for the most demanding of applications. We look forward to supporting our customers as they enhance their products with this device.”
Source: SOLID STATE SUPPLIES OFFERS WORLD’S SMALLEST BLUETOOTH® LOW ENERGY (BLE) MODULE
- What is the package size of the BGM11S module?
The package size is 6.5mm x 6.5mm x 1.4mm. - Does the BGM11S support Bluetooth Mesh?
Yes, the device is Bluetooth mesh capable. - How much PCB area does the BGM11S require?
The module requires just 51mm2 of PCB area. - What is the maximum range of the BGM11S?
The module delivers exceptional performance up to a range of 200 metres. - Can the BGM11S be used in deep sleep mode?
Yes, it consumes 2.5µA in deep sleep mode. - Is the BGM11S compatible with Bluetooth 5?
Yes, it is compatible with Bluetooth 5 advertising. - What type of processor is integrated into the BGM11S?
It uses a high performance 32-bit 38.4 MHz ARM Cortex-M4 processor. - Does the BGM11S include hardware security?
Yes, the solution includes hardware security as part of its integrated subsystem.
