WB50NBT WiFi Module with Bluetooth
Overview
Fully Featured Wireless Bridge with Effortless Integration.
Laird Connectivity’s 50 Series Wi-Fi® + Bluetooth® modules achieve the best possible connectivity in any RF environment, powered by the Qualcomm Atheros QCA6004 and the Cambridge Silicon Radio CSR8811. With industry-leading software, Linux and Android support, and a wide range of form factors, Laird Connectivity’s 50 Series is a flexible option for your enterprise wireless needs. The security and robustness inherited from our expertise in our 40 and 45 Series modules means the most reliable wireless in crucial, even life-critical applications, such as medical and industrial.
WB50NBT: On-board Linux-based MPU. Layers of physical/logical security. Operates independent of host. 47mm x 37mm x 4.9mm.
- New Wireless Capabilities: Advanced 802.11a/b/g/n, 2x2 MIMO, Advanced Power Save, Enhanced BT/Wi-Fi Coexistence, Fast Roam
- Form Factor: Full wireless bridge subsystem
- Bluetooth 4.0: Enables Classic Bluetooth and Low Energy mode.
- Complete RF Pathway: Onboard baluns, mobile phone coexistence filter, diplexer, power amplifier, low noise amplifier, and reference crystal oscillator.
- Pre-calibrated for performance: Tuned in manufacturing
Specifications
| Part Number | Antenna Type | Chipset (Wireless) | Frequency Range (Max) | Frequency Range (Min) | Frequency Range 2 (Max) | Frequency Range 2 (Min) | Logical Interfaces | OS/Software | Product Type | System Architecture | Technology | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DVK-WB50NBT Not Recommended for New Design (NRND) Buy Now | External | QCA (CSR) 8510, Microchip (Atmel) SAMA5D31, QCA AR6004 | 2495 MHz | 2400 MHz | 5825 MHz | 5150 MHz | SPI, USB, I2C, GPIO, PCM, Ethernet, Serial, SDIO | Linux | Development Kit | Hostless | 802.11abgn, Bluetooth 4.0, Dual Mode (Classic + BLE) | Development Kit |
| WH-WB50NBT Not Recommended for New Design (NRND) Buy Now | External | QCA (CSR) 8510, Microchip (Atmel) SAMA5D31, QCA AR6004 | 2495 MHz | 2400 MHz | 5825 MHz | 5150 MHz | SPI, USB, I2C, GPIO, PCM, Ethernet, Serial, SDIO | Linux | Embedded Module | Hostless | 802.11abgn, Bluetooth 4.0, Dual Mode (Classic + BLE) | Module |
Documentation
Certified Antennas
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What is the recommended time for NRST (reset) stay in low to trigger reset in WB50NBT?
To reset WB50NBT, need to keep NRST pin at least 5ms to trigger reset in WB50NBT.
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.
How do I disable the WLAN radio on on WB50NBT?
The WiFi part of WB50NBT can be turned off by setting the signal WLAN_PWD_L (PE3_A3) to low. Alternatively the command "ifrc wlan0 stop" can be used.
How do I disable the Bluetooth radio on WB50NBT?
To disable the Bluetooth radio on the WB50NBT the signal BT_PWD_L (PE5_A5) needs to be set to low. Alternatively the command "/etc/init.d/S95bluetooth stop" can be used.
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Buy Now
| Distributor | Part | In Stock | Region | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avnet | DVK-WB50NBT | 0 | North America | Buy Now |
| DigiKey | DVK-WB50NBT | 0 | North America | Buy Now |
| Future Electronics | DVK-WB50NBT | 0 | North America | Buy Now |
| Mouser | DVK-WB50NBT | 0 | North America | Buy Now |
| Symmetry Electronics | DVK-WB50NBT | 0 | North America | Buy Now |
| Avnet | WH-WB50NBT | 0 | North America | Buy Now |
| DigiKey | WH-WB50NBT | 0 | North America | Buy Now |
| Symmetry Electronics | WH-WB50NBT | 0 | North America | Buy Now |
Distributors
| Distributor | Phone Number | Region | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha Micro UK Only | +44 1256-851770 |
EMEA | Website |
| Arrow Electronics | 1-855-326-4757 +44 2039 365486 |
APAC, North America, South America, EMEA | Website |
| Avnet | 1-480-643-2000 +44 1628 512900 |
APAC, North America, South America, EMEA | Website |
| Braemac Australia, New Zealand, South East Asia | +61 2 9550 6600 +64 9 477 2148 |
APAC | Website |
| Cal-Chip Connect | 1-215-942-8900 |
North America | Website |
| Digi-Key | 1-800-344-4539 |
North America, South America, APAC, EMEA | Website |
| EBV Elektronik | EMEA | Website | |
| Farlink Technology China, Hong Kong | +86 13266922199 |
APAC | Website |
| Farnell | 1-800-936-198 +44 3447 11 11 22 |
EMEA | Website |
| Future Electronics | 1-800-675-1619 1-514-428-8470 |
North America, South America, APAC, EMEA | Website |
| Glyn | +49-6126-590-0 |
EMEA | Website |
| Jetronic China, Hong Kong and Taiwan | 852-27636806 |
APAC | Website |
| Laird Connectivity | 1-847-839-6925 +44 1628 858941 |
North America, South America, APAC, EMEA | Website |
| M2M Germany | +49-6081-587386-0 |
EMEA | Website |
| Martinsson | +46 8 7440300 |
EMEA | Website |
| McCoy South East Asia | +65 6515 2988 |
APAC | Website |
| Mouser | 1-800-346-6873 +44 1494 427500 |
North America, South America, APAC, EMEA | Website |
| RS Components | +852-2421-9898 +44 3457-201201 |
North America, South America, APAC, EMEA | Website |
| Ryoyo Japan | +81-3-3543-7711 |
APAC | Website |
| Solid State Supplies UK Only | +44 (0) 1527 830800 |
EMEA | Website |
| Supreme Components International India, South East Asia | +65 6848-1178 |
APAC | Website |
| Symmetry Electronics | 1-866-506-8829 |
North America | Website |
| Tekdis Australia and New Zealand | +61 3 8669 1210 |
APAC | Website |
| Telsys | +972 3 7657666 |
EMEA | Website |