Sterling™-LWB+ WiFi 4 and Bluetooth 5.2 Modules

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Overview

New: M.2-2230 module, part # 453-00141!

Laird Connectivity’s new Sterling-LWB+ WiFi 4 with Bluetooth 5.2 module, based upon the Infineon AIROC™ CYW43439 chipset, is the latest member of the successful Sterling-LWB radio family. This embedded module series is available as a System-in-Package (SIP) and two certified module versions, supporting either an on-board chip antenna or a MHF connector for an external antenna. It is designed to meet the demands of medical and industrial IoT connectivity, and is mechanically and pin compatible with our Sterling-LWB module as an upgrade path for existing customers.

The Sterling-LWB+ contains a fully featured WiFi 4 radio, enabled with our industry-leading software drivers and support. The secure, high performance SDIO solution provides easy integration with any Linux or Android based system. It is designed for IoT from the start: fully certified, easy to integrate, and is the fastest route to the market for wireless IoT applications.

  • Compatible: Our Linux Backports package supports many Linux kernels.
  • Reliable:  High quality drivers and extended product life support.
  • Robust:  Rich feature-set including 802.11b/g/n WiFi and Dual-Mode Bluetooth.
  • Secure:  Supports the latest WPA3 security standards.
  • Industrial Temp: Supports -40 to +85°C industrial temperature operation

Laird Connectivity is an Infineon Premium Partner

Laird Connectivity is honored to be approved as an Infineon Premium Partner. A partnership which leverages Infineon’s AIROC™ Wi-Fi chipsets and ModusToolbox™ solutions combined with Laird Connectivity’s superior software enablement and integration support.

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Specifications

Wireless Specification
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11b/g/n
Bluetooth 5.2
Chipset (Wireless)
Infineon CYW43439
Dimensions
12 x 12 x 3 mm (SiP Module)
21 x 15 x 4 mm (PCB Module)
22 x 30 x 2.73 (M.2 Module)
Antenna Options
MHF4, Integrated on-board chip antenna, or RF pin
Certifications
FCC, ISED, CE, UKCA, MIC RCM
Frequency
2.4 GHz (Single Band)
Interfaces - General
SDIO v2.0 (WLAN)
HCI HS-UART, PCM (Bluetooth)
Operating Temp (Max) (°C)
+85
Operating Temp (Min) (°C)
-40
Transmit Power (Max)
+18 dBm
Part NumberAdditional DescriptionAntenna TypeBulk or SingleChipset (Wireless)Frequency Range (Max)Frequency Range (Min)Logical InterfacesOS/SoftwareProduct TypeSystem ArchitectureTechnology
Sterling-LWB+, SiP Module
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Sterling LWB+, SiP Module Antenna Trace Bulk, Cut Tape Infineon CYW43439 2400 MHz2400 MHzSDIO, HS-UART, PCM Linux Embedded Module Hosted 802.11bgn, Bluetooth 5.2
Sterling LWB+. PCB module with MHF4 Connector
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Sterling LWB+, PCB Module with MHF4 Connector MHF4 Connector Bulk, Cut Tape Infineon CYW43439 2400 MHz2400 MHzSDIO, HS-UART, PCM Linux Embedded Module Hosted 802.11bgn, Bluetooth 5.2
Sterling LWB+, PCB module with Chip Antenna
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Sterling LWB+, PCB Module with Chip Antenna Chip Antenna Bulk, Cut Tape Infineon CYW43439 2400 MHz2400 MHzSDIO, HS-UART, PCM Linux Embedded Module Hosted 802.11bgn, Bluetooth 5.2
Sterling LWB+ with MHF4 Connector
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Sterling LWB+ Development Kit, MHF4 Connector MHF4 Connector Infineon CYW43439 2400 MHz2400 MHzLinux Development Kit Hosted 802.11bgn, Bluetooth 5.2
Sterling LWB+ with Chip Antenna
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Sterling LWB+ Development Kit, Chip Antenna Chip Antenna Infineon CYW43439 2400 MHz2400 MHzLinux Development Kit Hosted 802.11bgn, Bluetooth 5.2
Sterling-LWB+, SiP Module
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Sterling LWB+, SiP Module Antenna Trace Bulk, Tape and Reel Infineon CYW43439 2400 MHz2400 MHzSDIO, HS-UART, PCM Linux Embedded Module Hosted 802.11bgn, Bluetooth 5.2
Sterling LWB+, PCB module with Chip Antenna
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Sterling LWB+, PCB Module with Chip Antenna Chip Antenna Bulk, Tape and Reel Infineon CYW43439 2400 MHz2400 MHzSDIO, HS-UART, PCM Linux Embedded Module Hosted 802.11bgn, Bluetooth 5.2
Sterling LWB+. PCB module with MHF4 Connector
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Sterling LWB+, PCB Module with MHF4 Connector MHF4 Connector Bulk, Tape and Reel Infineon CYW43439 2400 MHz2400 MHzSDIO, HS-UART, PCM Linux Embedded Module Hosted 802.11bgn, Bluetooth 5.2
Sterling-LWB+ M.2-2230 Module
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Sterling LWB+, M.2 Module MHF4 Connector Infineon CYW43439 2400 MHz2400 MHzSDIO, HS-UART, PCM Linux Embedded Module Hosted 802.11bgn, Bluetooth 5.2

Documentation

Name Part Type Last Updated
Product Brief - Sterling LWB+ All Product Brief 10/05/2022
AS/NZS Certifications - Sterling LWB+ All Certification 01/04/2022
CE Certifications - Sterling LWB+ All Certification 01/04/2022
IC Certifications - Sterling LWB+ All Certification 01/04/2022
FCC Certifications - Sterling LWB+ All Certification 01/04/2022
JP Certifications - Sterling LWB+ All Certification 01/04/2022
Datasheet - Sterling-LWB+ All Datasheet 10/04/2022
Regulatory Information Guide - Sterling-LWB+ All Certification 03/17/2023
RoHS 3 Compliance - Wi-Fi Products All Certification 02/16/2022
3D Model - Sterling LWB+ SiP (453-00083) All Technical Drawings 03/09/2022
3D Model - Sterling LWB+ Module, MHF4 (453-00084) All Technical Drawings 03/09/2022
3D Model - Sterling LWB+ Module, Chip Antenna (453-00085) All Technical Drawings 03/09/2022
PCB Footprint (DXF and Altium) - Sterling LWB+ All Technical Drawings 03/09/2022
SCH Symbols (Altium format) - Sterling-LWB+ All Technical Drawings 03/09/2022
CAD Files Sterling-LWB/LWB+ U.FL and Chip Antenna SD Cards All Technical Drawings 03/09/2022
Software, Sterling-LWB, LWB5, and LWB5+ All Software 04/14/2021
Reference Design - Sterling-LWB+ (.DXF Format) All Technical Drawings 04/29/2022
User Guide - Sterling-LWB+ SiP Reference Design All Documentation 04/29/2022
EVK Schematic - Sterling-LWB+ All Technical Drawings 05/27/2022
REACH-SVHC Statement - Sterling-LWB+ All Certification 08/01/2022
Application Note - Supporting WPA3 Personal in LWB/LWB+/LWB5+ All Application Note 11/14/2022
JP Certifications - Sterling LWB+ M.2 All Certification 12/13/2022
IC Certifications - Sterling LWB+ M.2 All Certification 12/13/2022
AS/NZS Certifications - Sterling LWB+ M.2 All Certification 12/13/2022
CE Certifications - Sterling LWB+ M.2 All Certification 12/13/2022
FCC Certifications - Sterling LWB+ M.2 All Certification 12/13/2022

Certified Antennas

  • 001-0014

    001-0014

    FlexPIFA / FlexPIFA 6E Flexible Adhesive-Backed PIFA Internal Antennas

    001-0014: FlexPIFA antenna, 2.4 GHZ 

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  • 001-0015

    001-0015

    FlexNotch 2.4 GHz Antenna
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  • 001-0030

    001-0030

    mFlexPIFA Flexible Adhesive-Backed PIFA Internal Antenna
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FAQ

Does LWBx series support WPA3 OWE?

No, the LWBx series of WiFi/BT modules do not support WPA3 OWE or SAE-PK (Public Key).

How can Lairds LWB-series radios be used with Raspberry Pis and Raspberry Pi OS?

The Sterling-LWBx radios can be used with Raspberry Pis running Raspberry Pi OS.

A module parameter (available from release version 10.54.0.13 on) will have to be used to prevent the module from ideling as OS calls from the mmc driver on RPi will not be answered suitably causing the SDIO communication not to function correctly.

Please reference this tutorial for the 60-series radios and contact Laird for the usage of the above mentioned module parameter for the LWB radios.

https://lairdcp.github.io/guides/Sterling-60-Tutorials/1.0/raspberry-pi-wifi-bt.html


How can I manipulate the power saving settings for Wifi in my Linux environment?

Wifi adapters by default often come up in a power save mode. That is a mode in which the adapter shuts off the network connection in a state of inactivity.

While this is a good way to achieve additional power savings it of course introduces a delay for re-connecting.

To set the mode on or off:

iw wlan0 set power_save on
iw wlan0 set power_save off

To query the current setting issue:

iw wlan0 get power_save

Some systems might require "sudo" in front of the commands to be exectuted.

Jetson TX2 NX Wi-Fi USB is not showing up after a soft reboot

The Jetson TX2 NX does not act the same as the Jetson Nano when providing power to the m.2 slot. The Jetson Nano will automatically toggle PMU_EN, while the TX2 NX will require a manual toggle of the pin in software.

This applies to USB variants, as PCIe variants have a reset built into the PCIe standard.

unknown symbol in dmesg error

On a linux system if the dmesg is reporting an unknown symbol this is usually due to one of the following:

  1. The backports drivers didn't get compiled against the correct kernel.
  2. WLAN, CONFIG_BT, and WIRELESS were not removed from the kernel menuconfig.
  3. backports was compiled with different flags than how the kernel was compiled.

 

Do your Wi-Fi modules provide a temperature value?

Currently none of our Wi-Fi modules support reading a temperature value.

One important thing to make sure before sending in your device to Laird for country, regulatory or antenna testing.

When you have an agreement with Laird to send in your device for testing of anything around your radio you need to make sure your radio can be set to all necessary test modes.

In order to do that please contact the Laird FAE already known to you or write to Laird at "support@lairdconnect.com" to get in contact with us.

Your FAE will be able to help you determine if your device is fit for testing.

How to set regulation domain in LWB/LWB5/LWB5+ with latest release 8.5.0.7 and later release in Linux platform?

(1) By option regdomain

/etc/modprobe.d/brcmfmac.conf

# Sample contents of a brcmfmac.conf file configured for operation in
#  the United States
options brcmfmac regdomain="US"

(2) By device tree

@mmc0 {
  #address-cells = <1>;
  #size-cells = <0>;
  bus-width = <4>;
  non-removable;

  brcmf: wifi@1 {
    reg = <1>;
    compatible = "brcm,bcm4329-fmac";
    laird,regdomain = "US";
  };
};

How will Laird handle the FRAG attack announced by Wi-Fi Alliance in 2021 May?

Please refer this blog as below. Laird are currently investigating these issues internally and investigating with the chipset vendors and our internal QA team to establish test scenarios to evaluate the impacted devices.

/resources/blog/frag-attack-wi-fi-putting-pieces-back-together

What are some disadvantages of using AP+STA?

The AP and STA are on the same channel potentially causing disconnections if the STA roams to a different AP. The Sterling-70 has the advantage of dual independent radios that can run on different Wi-Fi channels.

What is the MCS index for Wi-Fi?

MCS stands for Modulation Coding Scheme and is an industry metric index based on Wi-Fi connection parameters between a client and wireless access point. These parameters include modulation type, coding rate, spatial streams, channel width, and guard interval.

What versions of Android are supported by Laird Wi-Fi modules?

This can be found by reviewing the release notes for the specific product on GitHub.

 

I have a Ubuntu system that has automatic updates will this affect my Wi-Fi?

Yes as new kernels are updated in Ubuntu automatically it will break backports and will need to be reinstalled.

Can I use a Laird WiFi module on Ubuntu?

Laird modules can be used on a Ubuntu system with a kernel version that is supported by Laird backports.

To check, find the kernel version of the Ubuntu system and then check the release notes of the products to see if the latest backports supports that kernel.

Sterling-60 Release Notes

Sterling-LWB Release Notes

Can I use VOUT_3P3 to power VDDIO?

No, if VBAT is 3.6V or greater, this power source should be used for VDDIO_RF, and USB2_AVDD33 if strapped for USB. Otherwise leave this pin disconnected.

Is there a way to extend the shelf life of Laird modules?? If the shelf life cannot be extended in any way, what are the consequences of using modules after shelf life?

The shelf life statements are essentially to prevent mishandling of the product and not storing it properly. If the modules are still sealed in the package, stored at the proper temperature and have not been exposed to moisture they should be fine. However, when working with modules beyond their shelf life you MUST bake the modules before populating the them to your board. Failure to bake the modules could result in the yield rate dropping down lower than expectation due to popcorn or de-lamination on the modules. It is recommended that you follow IPC/JEDEC J-STD-033 which is the general standard for the handling, packing, shipping and use of moisture/reflow sensitive surface mount devices.

Our main concern is around the castellation/pads which solder the module to the board. It is imperative those pads do not get tarnished, as this would cause soldering issues. Humidity can affect solderability as well, as if there is any excess moisture in the solder on the module, during reflow of the module to the board, steam balls can essentially explode the solder and sometimes result in an open circuit (or possibly a short circuit).

As long as all of the moisture handling and temperature guidelines are being followed you will likely have no issues. It is further recommended that when you do the build with modules that have exceeded their shelf life that you start with a handful to perform a test run and do a final test to make sure all is working as expected. As long as there are no issues with the initial test run we would expect that you will not experience any problems.

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.

View our full policy here. 

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