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Smart Energy IC Goes Lean And Low

May 21, 2010
Described as the industry's smallest and lowest power smart energy device, the SyNode SN3020 integrates a ZigBee SoC transceiver, power amplifier, and low-noise amplifier.

Described as the industry's smallest and lowest power smart energy device, the SyNode SN3020 integrates a ZigBee SoC transceiver, power amplifier, and low-noise amplifier. The chip delivers an output power of +20 dBm and a receiver sensitivity of -103 dBm. It also includes 512 KB of serial flash memory for energy data-logging.  Measuring 420 mm², price ranges from $14 to $28 each in low volumes. SYCHIP INC., Plano, TX. (972) 202-8888.

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