Sona™ IF573 - WiFi 6E + Bluetooth® 5.4 Module
Overview
Introducing the first of the Sona™ WiFi 6/6E product line from Laird Connectivity, the IF573, based upon Infineon’s leading AIROC™ CYW55573 chipset. A truly robust industrial IoT module: one that’s rugged, small, globally certified, has reliable connectivity, and is easy to integrate.
Our new Sona™ IF573 answers the call for next-gen wireless IoT. The Sona™ IF573 is purpose-built for industrial IoT connectivity with access to both PCIE and SDIO interfaces, industrial operating temp range, latest generation WiFi and Bluetooth combined with both pluggable card and SMT M.2 packaging.
When matched with our industry leading services and support, the Sona IF573 is the only WiFi module of its kind, addressing all your WiFi 6E needs.
- Compatible: Our Linux Backports package supports many Linux kernels including v6.1.x.
- Reliable: Integrated PA (Power Amplifier) and LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) with 2x2 MU-MIMO antenna for reliable connectivity in harsh RF environments.
- Robust: Rich feature-set including 802.11ax WiFi 6E and Dual-Mode BT v5.4. Support for the 6GHz spectrum. Reliable industrial temperature range, and solder-down module is suitable for industrial rugged applications.
- Secure: Supports the latest WPA3 security standards.
Specifications
Up to 1.2 Gbps @ 5/6 GHz
M.2 2230 Key E Pluggable
SDIO 3.0 (Wi-Fi) and HCI using HS-UART (BT)
| Part Number | Additional Description | Antenna Type | Chipset (Wireless) | Form Factor | Frequency | Packaging | Product Type | Software | System Architecture | Technology |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Under Development | MHF4 | Infineon CYW55573 | M.2 1318 | 2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz | Tape and Reel | Embedded Module | Linux | Hosted | 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.4 | |
Under Development | MHF4 | Infineon CYW55573 | M.2 1318 | 2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz | Cut Tape | Embedded Module | Linux | Hosted | 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.4 | |
 Under Development | Trace Pin | Infineon CYW55573 | M.2 1318 | 2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz | Tape and Reel | Embedded Module | Linux | Hosted | 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.4 | |
Under Development | Trace Pin | Infineon CYW55573 | M.2 1318 | 2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz | Cut Tape | Embedded Module | Linux | Hosted | 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.4 | |
 Under Development | MHF4 | Infineon CYW55573 | M.2 2230 | 2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz | Embedded Module | Linux | Hosted | 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.4 | ||
 Under Development | MHF4 | Infineon CYW55573 | M.2 2230 | 2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz | Embedded Module | Linux | Hosted | 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.4 | ||
 Under Development | Development Kit, Sona IF573, MIMO, M.2, Key E, SDIO, UART | |||||||||
 Under Development | Development Kit, Sona IF573, MIMO, M.2, Key E, PCIe, UART |
Documentation
| Name | Part | Type | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product Brief - Sona IF573 Series (Preliminary) | All | Product Brief | 02/08/2023 |
| Integration Guide - Sona IF573 Modules (Preliminary) | All | Documentation | 02/08/2023 |
What is Laird Connectivity's product lifecycle EOL and PCN policy?
Laird Connectivity is committed to the long-term supply of all its standard embedded wireless modules and packaged products. Laird Connectivity’s products are specifically designed to meet the needs of the industrial and medical markets, which typically require 7 – 10 years product lifecycle. Although Laird Connectivity can’t guarantee that a component used in our products will not be obsoleted and cannot be reasonably substituted, Laird Connectivity can assure customers we will continue to sell our product when we have customer demand and can obtain the necessary components to build our products.
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Distributors
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| Alpha Micro UK Only | +44 1256-851770 |
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| Digi-Key | 1-800-344-4539 |
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| Farlink Technology | +86 13266922199 |
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| Farnell | 1-800-936-198 +44 3447 11 11 22 |
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| Future Electronics | 1-800-675-1619 1-514-428-8470 |
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| Ryoyo Japan | +81-3-3543-7711 |
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| Symmetry Electronics | 1-866-506-8829 |
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