Product Description
The MediaTek MT7631TUN/C is a versatile wireless communication chipset designed primarily for embedded systems and consumer devices. It integrates dual wireless functionalities—Wi-Fi and Bluetooth—into a single compact solution, optimizing both space and cost for manufacturers. This chipset is primarily intended for applications in smart home devices, IoT solutions, and low-power embedded products.
Wi-Fi Capabilities:
The MT7631TUN/C supports the IEEE 802.11b/g/n standards, enabling it to operate efficiently on the 2.4 GHz frequency band. This enables the chipset to provide reliable wireless connectivity with a maximum data rate of 72 Mbps using 802.11n technology. It supports both 20 MHz and 40 MHz bandwidths, allowing devices to choose the optimal channel width depending on network conditions, with 40 MHz bandwidth providing increased throughput. With integrated support for WPA2 and WPA security, the MT7631TUN/C ensures secure communication over Wi-Fi networks, which is crucial for applications involving sensitive data transmission.
Bluetooth 4.0 Integration:
In addition to Wi-Fi, the MT7631TUN/C also integrates Bluetooth 4.0 technology, supporting both Classic Bluetooth and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). The dual-mode support allows the chipset to interact with a wide variety of Bluetooth-enabled devices, from headphones to sensors, while maintaining low power consumption. The chipset offers data transfer speeds of up to 3 Mbps for Classic Bluetooth and 1 Mbps for BLE, making it suitable for various use cases like wireless audio streaming, peripheral connectivity, and sensor data exchange in IoT ecosystems.
Low Power Consumption:
One of the key advantages of the MT7631TUN/C is its power-efficient design, making it ideal for battery-powered devices. The chipset features multiple power-saving modes, including deep sleep, idle, and active modes, allowing it to adjust its power usage according to the device's operation state. This characteristic makes the MT7631TUN/C particularly well-suited for wearables, remote sensors, and other IoT applications that need to maximize battery life while maintaining wireless connectivity.
Versatility and Integration:
The MT7631TUN/C is designed to be highly versatile and can be integrated into devices using PCIe, SDIO, or USB interfaces, which provides flexibility for various types of host processors. Whether it's a microcontroller, embedded processor, or an application processor, the chipset can communicate efficiently and is easy to integrate into existing system architectures. Furthermore, it supports multiple GPIO pins, providing extra flexibility for designers to use the chipset in a wide variety of device types.
Other Notable Features:
The integrated power amplifier (PA) enhances signal strength, enabling longer-range communication, which is beneficial in environments with weak Wi-Fi signals.
With the built-in MAC and baseband processor, the MT7631TUN/C efficiently handles all low-level tasks related to wireless communication, reducing the need for additional external processing resources and improving the overall performance of the device.
In summary, the MT7631TUN/C by MediaTek is a highly integrated, low-power, and versatile chipset offering dual-mode wireless connectivity (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0) in a single package. Its compact design, security features, and energy-efficient operation make it a solid choice for consumer devices, smart home products, and IoT applications.
Specification
Wireless Standards Supported:
Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n (2.4 GHz band)
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.0 (Dual Mode: Classic + Low Energy)
Wi-Fi Interface:
Data Rate: Up to 72 Mbps in 802.11n (MCS0–MCS7)
Transmission Rate: Supports 20 MHz and 40 MHz channel bandwidth for enhanced throughput
Security: WPA2, WPA, WEP encryption, and 802.11i security standards
Antenna: Supports internal or external antenna configuration (single antenna)
Bluetooth Features:
Bluetooth 4.0: Dual-mode Bluetooth with support for both Classic Bluetooth and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
Data Rate: Bluetooth 4.0 supports speeds of up to 3 Mbps for Classic Bluetooth and 1 Mbps for BLE
Profiles: Supports a wide range of Bluetooth profiles, including A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, and SPP
Power Consumption:
Power Supply: 3.3V typical, low power design
Idle Power Consumption: Extremely low idle power consumption, which is ideal for IoT and battery-powered devices
Sleep Mode: Supports deep sleep and idle modes to maximize energy efficiency
Interface:
Host Interface: PCIe, SDIO or USB interfaces for easy integration with host processors or microcontrollers
GPIO Pins: Provides a number of GPIO pins for flexibility in device design
Integrated Components:
MAC (Media Access Control): Integrated MAC for better control over wireless communication, improved efficiency, and reduced processing overhead
Baseband Processor: Built-in baseband processor for advanced signal processing tasks
Power Amplifier (PA): Integrated power amplifier for improved signal strength and range
Operating Temperature Range: Designed to operate in the typical consumer temperature range of 0°C to 70°C, suitable for most consumer and IoT applications