Summary of WI-FI + BLUETOOTH 5 COMBO MODULE CATERS TO INDUSTRIAL IOT
Laird Connectivity introduced the Sterling-LWB5+, a Wi‑Fi 5 (802.11ac) and Bluetooth 5.1 module built for industrial IoT. Based on the Cypress CYW4373E, it emphasizes performance, compact size, cost-effectiveness, rugged solder-down form factor, and simplified integration and certification. Features include dual-mode Bluetooth, industrial temperature rating, integrated PA and LNA, antenna diversity, and design choices aimed at reducing BOM complexity and improving time-to-market for industrial applications.
Parts used in the Sterling-LWB5+:
- Cypress Semiconductor CYW4373E wireless solution
- Solder-down module enclosure/form factor
- Integrated power amplifier (PA)
- Integrated low noise amplifier (LNA)
- Antenna diversity (multiple antennas)
Wireless technologies provider Laird Connectivity has announced a Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) and Bluetooth 5.1 module that it says is purpose-built for industrial Internet of Things connectivity through a secure, reliable, and robust feature set.
Powered by the Cypress Semiconductor CYW4373E wireless solution, the Sterling-LWB5+ was intentionally designed for industrial IoT applications where performance, size, cost, and ruggedness are required to deliver reliable wireless connectivity. Careful design considerations were made, says the company, to ensure the Sterling-LWB5+ is painless when integrating into host platforms.
“Our customers span multiple industries that have a diverse set of requirements and a common need we identified was the creation of a true industrial IoT module,” says Jay White, product manager for Laird Connectivity’s Wi-Fi solutions. “We took direct customer feedback and together with Cypress, made purposeful design considerations to ensure that our module caters to industrial IoT devices, is fully certified, and simplifies our customers’ BOM; reducing certification costs and improving time-to-market.”
The Sterling-LWB5+ feature-set includes 802.11ac Wi-Fi and dual-mode Bluetooth, an industrial temperature specification, and a solder-down module form factor that is suitable for industrial devices where vibration and impacts are common. With an integrated PA (power amplifier) and LNA (low noise amplifier) and antenna diversity, says the company, the module ensures reliable connectivity in harsh RF environments.
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- What wireless standards does the Sterling-LWB5+ support?
It supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) and dual-mode Bluetooth 5.1. - What wireless chipset powers the Sterling-LWB5+?
It is powered by the Cypress Semiconductor CYW4373E wireless solution. - Is the Sterling-LWB5+ designed for industrial temperature ranges?
Yes, it has an industrial temperature specification. - What form factor does the Sterling-LWB5+ use for mounting?
It uses a solder-down module form factor suitable for environments with vibration and impacts. - Does the module include RF amplification components?
Yes, it includes an integrated power amplifier (PA) and low noise amplifier (LNA). - How does the Sterling-LWB5+ improve connectivity in harsh RF environments?
It uses integrated PA and LNA plus antenna diversity to ensure reliable connectivity. - Was the module designed with customer feedback in mind?
Yes, Laird Connectivity says it incorporated direct customer feedback and worked with Cypress to make purposeful design considerations. - Does the Sterling-LWB5+ aim to simplify certification and BOM?
Yes, it is fully certified and designed to simplify customers' BOM, reducing certification costs and improving time-to-market.
