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Microchip Technology MICRF221AYQSTR RFID and Remote Control Receiver

The MICRF221 is a third-generation superheterodyne RFID and low-power remote control receiver operating between 850 MHz to 950 MHz. It offers high sensitivity at -109dBm, integrated image rejection mixers, and flexible bandwidth options from 1.25 kHz to 10 kHz. Its features include automatic duty-cycle operation, RSSI output, and programmable thresholds for enhanced selectivity. Designed for minimal external components, it supports low current consumption for battery-powered applications like RKE and RFID, with advanced serial programming to optimize performance across various data rates and modulation formats.

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Microchip Technology MICRF221AYQSTR RFID and Remote Control Receiver Specifications:

  • Frequency Range: 850 MHz to 950 MHz
  • Sensitivity: -109 dBm at 1 kbps, BER 10E-02
  • Image Rejection: 20 dB
  • IF Center Frequency: 1.285 MHz
  • IF Bandwidth: 360 kHz at 868 MHz, 380 kHz at 915 MHz
  • Power Supply Voltage: 3.3 V
  • Supply Current: 9-9.5 mA
  • Operating Temperature: -40°C to +105°C
  • Reference Oscillator Frequency: 14.27643 MHz for 915 MHz
  • Input Impedance: 9.0 - j67.4Ω at 915 MHz
  • Demodulator Bandwidth: 1625Hz to 13000Hz adjustable
  • External Components: Crystal (10pF load), decoupling capacitor, matching network
  • Package: QSOP16
  • Serial Programming: Yes, via serial interface for register configuration

Buy the Micrel Series RF Receiver: MICRF221

Experience the high-performance capability of the MICRF221 RFID and remote control receiver. Operating in the 850-950 MHz range, it features -109dBm sensitivity, integrated image rejection mixers, and adjustable bandwidth from 1.25 kHz to 10 kHz. Its low current consumption of about 9-9.5 mA makes it ideal for battery-powered devices like RKE and RFID tags. The device supports serial programming for easy customization, requiring minimal external components, and is suitable for compact, high-reliability wireless applications.

Get Micrel MICRF221 today—built for precision, ultra-low power RFID and remote control applications.

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