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u-blox IRIS-W16 series - Stand-alone Wi-Fi 6 multiradio modules

Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 network processor

u-blox IRIS-W16 - front and back side

IRIS-W16 series are small, stand-alone, dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Low Energy wireless modules, with everything needed for integration into end-products. The modules are ideal for users looking to add advanced wireless connectivity to their end products.

With Wi-Fi 6, several features improve network efficiency, latency, range, and power consumption compared to earlier Wi-Fi generations. In addition, Bluetooth Low Energy 5.3 further expands the number of use cases supported.

The u-connectXpress software is flashed to the modules at delivery for simple end-product integration and reduced time-to market. The host controller configures the wireless communication using high-level AT commands with no need for expertise in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth protocol stacks. IRIS-W16 supports Wi-Fi station or access point mode, and can take both roles concurrently. It can assume Bluetooth peripheral and central roles, or both simultaneously. It can be a GATT client and server. The software comes with a TCP/IP stack allowing for point-to-point and point-to-multipoint use cases.

For secure communication with cloud-based applications and services, support for TLS encryption and MQTT protocols is provided. IRIS-W16 has secure authentication methods like WPA/WPA3, Wi-Fi enterprise security, and Bluetooth LE secure connections. A wide range of other features are also supported, all accessible through the AT command interface.

IRIS-W166 comes with an internal PCB antenna to provide a robust low-profile solution with high performance and an extensive range, while IRIS-W161 has a module pin to connect to an external antenna of choice. The modules are globally certified for use with the internal antenna or a range of external antennas. This reduces time, cost and effort for customers integrating Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Low Energy in their products.

The modules suit a wide range of applications, including industrial automation, smart buildings and homes, smart city, medical and healthcare devices, telematics, and EV charging.

 

Key features

  • Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth Low Energy 5.3
  • u-connectXpress for accelerated time to market
  • Full set of enhanced security features
  • Efficient PCB antenna or external antenna options
  • Global certification
  • Secure boot

 

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