SPARK Microsystems SR1010 and SR1020 UWB transceivers

SPARK Microsystems’ SR1010 and SR1020 are versatile, integrated, short-range wireless transceivers that feature ultralow power consumption and ultrashort latency for high-performance personal area networks and IoT-connected devices. They enable high-data-rate communications and signals that are difficult to intercept.

The transceivers communicate in the licence-free ultra-wideband (UWB) spectrum from 3.1 to 9.25 GHz, enabling robust and energy-efficient communications. Their versatility includes power consumption of 2 mW while transmitting and receiving at 1 Mbps, and scaling to 6 μW at 1 Kbps.

The transceivers feature ultralow power consumption for enhanced battery life: down to 0.25 nJ/bit TX energy efficiency and 1.15 nJ/bit RX energy efficiency. They also offer ultralow latency for real-time communications (50 μs airtime for 1 Kb) and time-of-flight positioning at 30 cm accuracy.

The products will be of interest to the worldwide design community, particularly those designing technology for industries such as AR/VR, audio, gaming and IoT sensors.