ATA8520E-GHQW Microchip Integrated Circuit (Quad Flat No-Lead) In Stock
The ATA8520E is an FCC-certified SIGFOX RF transceiver from Microchip, integrating a complete narrowband sub-GHz radio in a compact 32-pin VQFN package. It operates in the 868 MHz and 902 MHz SIGFOX bands and is designed for ultra-low-power IoT nodes, smart metering, and asset tracking applications. The device provides a certified radio solution reducing time-to-market for LPWAN products.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Quad Flat No-Lead
- Pin Count
- 32
- Lifecycle
- OBSOLETE
- Datasheet
- ATA8520E-GHQW Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of ATA8520E-GHQW?
- FCC-certified SIGFOX RF transceiver for 868 MHz and 902 MHz bands
- 32-pin VQFN package with heat slug for compact RF PCB layouts
- Ultra-low-power design enabling multi-year battery life in IoT nodes
- Complete narrowband sub-GHz radio integration reducing external component count
- SIGFOX protocol stack support simplifying LPWAN certification
What is ATA8520E-GHQW used for?
The ATA8520E is used in IoT edge devices such as smart utility meters, GPS asset trackers, and environmental sensor nodes that transmit small data payloads over the SIGFOX LPWAN network. Its certified radio design eliminates the need for customers to perform individual RF regulatory testing, significantly reducing time-to-market for connected product programs. The device is also integrated into industrial condition monitoring units and agriculture sensors where low-power, long-range connectivity is prioritized over high data throughput.
What are the specifications of ATA8520E-GHQW?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | VQFN-32 |
| YTEOL | 0 |
| JESD-30 Code | S-XQCC-N32 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Package Body Material | UNSPECIFIED |
| Package Equivalence Code | LCC32,.2SQ,20 |
| Package Shape | SQUARE |
| Package Style | CHIP CARRIER, HEAT SINK/SLUG, VERY THIN PROFILE |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 3V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Telecom IC Type | TELECOM CIRCUIT |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | NO LEAD |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.5mm |
| Terminal Position | QUAD |
| Package | Quad Flat No-Lead |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Where can I find the ATA8520E-GHQW datasheet?
ATA8520E-GHQW Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for ATA8520E-GHQW?
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for ATA8520E-GHQW:
Frequently Asked Questions
Which frequency bands does the ATA8520E-GHQW support, and what LPWAN protocol does it implement?
The ATA8520E operates in the 868 MHz band for Europe and the 902 MHz band for North America, implementing the SIGFOX narrowband LPWAN protocol. This ultra-narrowband approach provides link budgets exceeding 140 dB, enabling transmission ranges of 10 km to 40 km in open environments with transmit power typically around 14 dBm to 22 dBm.
How does the FCC certification on the ATA8520E-GHQW accelerate product development timelines for IoT device makers?
Because the ATA8520E carries pre-obtained FCC certification, product developers can integrate it into their designs without conducting separate RF module-level emissions testing for the US market, potentially saving 4 weeks to 12 weeks of regulatory lab time and thousands of dollars in testing fees before product launch.
What package does the ATA8520E-GHQW use, and how does its construction benefit RF signal integrity?
The device is housed in a 32-pin VQFN package with a central heat slug, measuring approximately 5 mm × 5 mm. The exposed pad provides a solid RF and thermal ground plane connection, improving transmit efficiency and heat dissipation in compact PCB designs, which is critical for maintaining consistent output power levels during continuous sensing cycles.
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