BLE113-A-SWC Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The BLE113-A-SWC is a Bluetooth v4.0 transceiver module manufactured by Silicon Labs, designed for RF transmission and reception in surface mount applications. This module integrates a CC2541 IC with 128kB Flash and 8kB SRAM memory, operating across a supply voltage range of 2V to 3.6V. The product is currently classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of functionally equivalent alternatives for ongoing design requirements and production continuity.

Substiute Parts

BLE113-A-SWC

Silicon LabsIn Stock: 750BLE113-A-SWC Datasheet

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BGM220PC22WGA2R

Silicon LabsIn Stock: 1030BGM220PC22WGA2R Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the BLE113-A-SWC is determined by the following critical parameters:

RF Compatibility: Both the main part and substitute must operate within the Bluetooth standard family. The BLE113-A-SWC operates under Bluetooth v4.0 protocol. Substitute parts must support Bluetooth protocols that maintain backward compatibility or forward compatibility with existing system requirements.

Electrical Characteristics: Supply voltage range, output power, and sensitivity specifications must fall within acceptable operational boundaries for the target application. The substitute must support the same or overlapping voltage supply range to ensure direct integration without additional power conditioning circuitry.

Data Rate: The 2Mbps data rate is a fundamental operational parameter. Substitute parts must maintain this data rate capability.

Mounting and Package Compatibility: Both parts utilize surface mount technology. Physical package dimensions and pin configurations determine PCB-level compatibility.

Regulatory Compliance: RoHS3 compliance and ECCN classification must be maintained for supply chain and regulatory continuity.

Product Status: Active product status ensures ongoing availability and manufacturer support, addressing the obsolescence of the original part.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The BGM220PC22WGA2R serves as the direct substitute for the obsolete BLE113-A-SWC based on the following engineering criteria:

Product Status Alignment: The BGM220PC22WGA2R maintains active product status with Silicon Labs, ensuring continued availability, technical support, and supply chain stability. This directly addresses the obsolescence limitation of the BLE113-A-SWC.

Regulatory and Compliance Continuity: Both parts maintain ROHS3 compliance, identical ECCN classification (5A992C), and matching HTSUS codes (8517.62.0090). Moisture sensitivity levels are equivalent at MSL 3 (168 Hours), ensuring consistent handling and storage requirements.

Bluetooth Protocol Compatibility: The BGM220PC22WGA2R operates under Bluetooth v5.2, which provides backward compatibility with Bluetooth v4.0 systems. This ensures existing communication protocols and device pairing mechanisms remain functional.

Electrical Performance Enhancement: The substitute demonstrates superior electrical characteristics, including expanded voltage supply range (1.8V ~ 3.8V versus 2V ~ 3.6V), improved sensitivity (-98.9dBm versus -93dBm), and significantly reduced current consumption during both receiving (4.3mA ~ 4.8mA versus 21.9mA ~ 27mA) and transmitting (4.8mA ~ 10.8mA versus 18.2mA ~ 26.1mA) operations.

Data Rate Equivalence: Both parts maintain the 2Mbps data rate, ensuring no modification to application-level communication protocols.

Memory Expansion: The BGM220PC22WGA2R provides increased memory resources (352kB Flash and 32kB RAM versus 128kB Flash and 8kB SRAM), supporting more complex firmware implementations and enhanced application functionality.

Package Consideration: The substitute utilizes a 31-SMD Module package compared to the 36-SMD Module of the original part. PCB layout modifications are required to accommodate the different pin configuration and physical dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the BGM220PC22WGA2R directly replace the BLE113-A-SWC without PCB modifications?

A: No. While both parts are surface mount Bluetooth transceiver modules from Silicon Labs, the BGM220PC22WGA2R uses a 31-SMD Module package compared to the 36-SMD Module of the BLE113-A-SWC. PCB layout and routing modifications are required to accommodate the different pin configuration and physical footprint.

Q: Is the BGM220PC22WGA2R backward compatible with Bluetooth v4.0 devices?

A: Yes. The BGM220PC22WGA2R operates under Bluetooth v5.2 protocol, which maintains backward compatibility with Bluetooth v4.0 systems. Existing communication protocols and device pairing mechanisms will function without modification.

Q: What are the power consumption advantages of the BGM220PC22WGA2R?

A: The BGM220PC22WGA2R demonstrates significantly reduced current consumption. Receiving current is reduced from 21.9mA ~ 27mA to 4.3mA ~ 4.8mA, and transmitting current is reduced from 18.2mA ~ 26.1mA to 4.8mA ~ 10.8mA. This represents approximately 80% reduction in power consumption during operation.

Q: Are the regulatory classifications identical between the two parts?

A: Yes. Both the BLE113-A-SWC and BGM220PC22WGA2R share identical ECCN classification (5A992C), HTSUS codes (8517.62.0090), RoHS3 compliance status, and moisture sensitivity levels (MSL 3, 168 Hours). Supply chain and regulatory documentation requirements remain consistent.

Q: What is the voltage supply range compatibility?

A: The BLE113-A-SWC operates at 2V ~ 3.6V, while the BGM220PC22WGA2R operates at 1.8V ~ 3.8V. The substitute part supports a wider voltage range, providing greater design flexibility. Systems designed for the original part's voltage range will operate within the substitute's specifications.

Q: Does the increased memory in the BGM220PC22WGA2R require firmware modifications?

A: The BGM220PC22WGA2R provides 352kB Flash and 32kB RAM compared to 128kB Flash and 8kB SRAM in the BLE113-A-SWC. Existing firmware designed for the original part will execute on the substitute without modification. The additional memory enables more complex application implementations if required.

Q: What is the sensitivity improvement of the substitute part?

A: The BGM220PC22WGA2R achieves -98.9dBm sensitivity compared to -93dBm for the BLE113-A-SWC, representing a 5.9dB improvement in receiver sensitivity. This enables reception of weaker signals and improved range performance.