XA-Z14-CS2PH-A Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The XA-Z14-CS2PH-A is an XBee-Pro® RF transceiver module featuring ZigBee™ 2.4GHz DSSS protocol with RS-232 serial interface. This module is classified as obsolete and operates at 250kbps data rate with 17dBm output power across a 9V to 30V supply range. Due to its obsolete product status, equivalent substitute parts with compatible electrical and mechanical specifications are necessary for ongoing system maintenance and new design implementations.

Substiute Parts

XA-Z14-CS2PH-A

DigiIn Stock: 1005XA-Z14-CS2PH-A Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

XA-Z14-CS3PH-A

DigiIn Stock: 1286XA-Z14-CS3PH-A Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the XA-Z14-CS2PH-A is determined by the following critical parameters that must remain constant or compatible:

• Frequency Band: 2.4GHz ZigBee™ protocol compliance
• Modulation: DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum)
• Data Rate: 250kbps maximum
• RF Performance: -102dBm sensitivity and 17dBm output power
• Supply Voltage: 9V to 30V operating range
• Series Compatibility: XBee-Pro® platform
• Base Product Number: XA-Z14 family

The primary distinction between the main part and its substitute relates to the serial interface protocol. The XA-Z14-CS2PH-A uses RS-232 interface, while the substitute part XA-Z14-CS3PH-A uses RS-485 interface. Both parts maintain identical RF performance characteristics, frequency band, data rate, and power specifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the XA-Z14-CS2PH-A and XA-Z14-CS3PH-A are classified as obsolete products. Selection between these parts depends on the serial interface requirement of the host system:

• XA-Z14-CS2PH-A is appropriate for systems requiring RS-232 serial communication protocol.
• XA-Z14-CS3PH-A is appropriate for systems requiring RS-485 serial communication protocol and offers RoHS compliance certification.

All other electrical and RF characteristics remain identical between the two parts. The choice of substitute should be based solely on the serial interface compatibility with the existing or target system architecture.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can XA-Z14-CS3PH-A replace XA-Z14-CS2PH-A in all applications?

A: No. The substitute part uses RS-485 interface instead of RS-232. Replacement is only valid if the host system supports RS-485 serial communication. Interface protocol compatibility is mandatory.

Q: Are the RF performance characteristics identical between these parts?

A: Yes. Both parts operate at 2.4GHz with DSSS modulation, -102dBm sensitivity, 17dBm output power, and 250kbps data rate. RF performance is equivalent.

Q: What is the difference in supply voltage requirements?

A: Both parts operate across the identical 9V to 30V supply voltage range. No difference exists in power supply specifications.

Q: Does RoHS compliance affect substitution decisions?

A: RoHS compliance is specified for XA-Z14-CS3PH-A but not documented for XA-Z14-CS2PH-A. If RoHS compliance is a system requirement, XA-Z14-CS3PH-A is the appropriate selection, provided RS-485 interface compatibility exists.

Q: Are both parts available in the same packaging?

A: XA-Z14-CS2PH-A is specified with dash packaging, while XA-Z14-CS3PH-A is specified with bulk packaging. Packaging format differs between the two parts.

Q: Why are both parts classified as obsolete?

A: Both XA-Z14-CS2PH-A and XA-Z14-CS3PH-A are obsolete products. Current inventory availability does not guarantee future supply. Long-term system designs should evaluate current-generation ZigBee transceiver alternatives from Digi.