Wireless RF Modules and dongles for IoT | Coral RF

N702AS-ZB is a compact, high-performance Zigbee RF transceiver module designed for robust wireless networking in the 2.4 GHz ISM band. Integrating Texas Instruments' industry-standard CC2530 Zigbee System-on-Chip (SoC) with the CC2592 range extender, this module delivers an impressive +21 dBm output power, enabling reliable communication over distances up to 1000 meters line-of-sight. It provides a complete, cost-effective solution for adding long-range Zigbee connectivity to a wide variety of IoT and industrial applications with minimal design effort.

Technical Specifications

Category	Parameter	Specification
RF Characteristics	Frequency Range	2400 – 2480 MHz
	Protocol / Data Rate	Zigbee (IEEE 802.15.4) @ 250 kbps
	Max. Output Power	+21 dBm
	Receiver Sensitivity	-102 dBm (typ.)
	Antenna Interface	RF Pad & IPEX Connector (50Ω)
Electrical & Power	Supply Voltage	2.0 – 3.6 V
	TX Current	180 mA (typ.)
	RX Current	18 mA (typ.)
	Sleep Current	1uA
Physical & Environmental	Dimensions	25.0 x 15.0 x 3.0 mm
	Package	Surface Mount (SMD)
	Operating Temperature	-30°C to +70°C
	Storage Temperature	-40°C to +80°C
Interface	Primary Host Interface	UART (for data & configuration)
	GPIO Availability	All CC2530 I/O pins broken out for advanced control

Applications

Industrial Wireless Sensor Networks (WSN): Equipment monitoring, predictive maintenance, process automation.
Smart Building & Home Automation: Lighting control, HVAC management, security systems, smart sensors.
Long-Range Remote Control & Telemetry: Agricultural sensors, environmental monitoring, asset tracking.
Wireless Metering & Sub-metering: Energy and utility data collection networks.
IoT Gateway & Extender Nodes: Extending the coverage of Zigbee mesh networks.

Development & Integration

Easy to Integrate: The module functions as a UART-to-Zigbee bridge and AT commands.
Flexible Antenna Options: Supports both integrated PCB trace antennas and external antennas via an IPEX connector.
Firmware Flexibility: Standard Zigbee protocol stacks (Z-Stack) or custom firmware leveraging the full capabilities.
Reference Design: Comprehensive datasheet includes pinout, layout guidelines, and application circuit examples.

Ordering Information

Model Number	Core IC	Protocol	Frequency Band	Output Power
N702AS-ZB	CC2530 + CC2592	Zigbee	2400 – 2480 MHz	+21 dBm

Why Choose the N702AS-ZB Module?

N702AS-ZB eliminates the complexity of RF design for Zigbee applications. Providing a pre-certified RF module that combines the ubiquitous CC2530 with a high-power front-end, it offers developers a reliable, long-range, and ready-to-use Zigbee connectivity solution. This accelerates product development, reduces risk, and ensures robust wireless performance for your IoT products.

Need More Processing Power & Advanced Protocol Support?

Feature Comparison	High-Performance Co-Processor: N704AS	Development & Testing Kit: N706AS	Next-Gen Flagship: N704CS
Core IC(s)	CC2652 + CC2592	CC2538 + CC2592	CC2674 + CC2592
Primary Stack Support	Thread, Zigbee, BLE 5.2	Thread, Zigbee, BLE 5.2	Thread, Zigbee, Matter, BLE 5.3
Ideal For	Full-featured IoT Gateways, Edge Devices, Complex Sensor Networks	Protocol Development, Testing, Network Sniffing, Gateway Prototyping	Future-proof Smart Home, Advanced IIoT, Matter-enabled Ecosystems
Learn More	[View N704AS Module]	[View N706AS Module]	[View N704CS Module]

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How to Choose?

Stick with the N702AS if your design is cost-sensitive and functionality is well-defined.
Upgrade to the N704AS Module if you are building devices that require robust processing and must integrate into standard Thread or Zigbee networks.
Start with the N704AS or N704CS Module if you are a developer needing to evaluate protocols, capture network traffic, or build gateway prototypes rapidly.