WB50NBT WiFi Module with Bluetooth

Not Recommended for New Design (NRND)

Overview

Fully Featured Wireless Bridge with Effortless Integration. 

Ezurio's (formerly Laird Connectivity) 50 Series Wi-Fi® + Bluetooth® modules achieve the best possible connectivity in any RF environment, powered by the Qualcomm Atheros QCA6004 and the Cambridge Silicon Radio CSR8811. With industry-leading software, Linux and Android support, and a wide range of form factors, Ezurio's 50 Series is a flexible option for your enterprise wireless needs. The security and robustness inherited from our expertise in our 40 and 45 Series modules means the most   reliable wireless in crucial, even life-critical applications, such as medical and industrial.

WB50NBT: On-board Linux-based MPU. Layers of physical/logical security. Operates independent of host. 47mm x 37mm x 4.9mm.

  • New Wireless Capabilities: Advanced 802.11a/b/g/n, 2x2 MIMO, Advanced Power Save, Enhanced BT/Wi-Fi Coexistence, Fast Roam
  • Form Factor: Full wireless bridge subsystem
  • Bluetooth 4.0: Enables Classic Bluetooth and Low Energy mode. 
  • Complete RF Pathway: Onboard baluns, mobile phone coexistence filter, diplexer, power amplifier, low noise amplifier, and reference crystal oscillator.
  • Pre-calibrated for performance: Tuned in manufacturing

Development Kits

  • DVK-WB50NBT

    DVK-WB50NBT

    Not Recommended for New Design (NRND)

    Development kit for WB50NBT module

    Antenna Type
    External
    Logical Interfaces
    SPI, USB, I2C, GPIO, PCM, Ethernet, Serial, SDIO
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Certified Antennas

  • CAF94505

    CAF94505

    Nanoblade Series Internal Antenna
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  • MAF95310

    MAF95310

    Mini NanoBlade Flex / Flex 6E Series Internal Antenna
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  • MAF94045

    MAF94045

    NanoBlue Series Bluetooth Internal Antenna
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Specifications

Wi-Fi Spec
802.11 a/b/g/n
BT Capable
CSR CSR8811 Bluetooth 4.0 dual-mode (EDR+BLE) Class I Bluetooth (6dBm TX Power)
Dimension (Length - mm)
47
Dimension (Width - mm)
37
Dimension (Height - mm)
4.9
Android
Yes
BT Chipset
CSR 8811
BT Dual Mode
Yes
BT Interfaces
CSR CSR8811 Bluetooth 4.0 dual-mode (EDR+BLE) Class I Bluetooth (6dBm TX Power)
Certifications
EU, UKCA, FCC, ISED, AS/NZS
Line
Enterprise
Linux
Yes
Spatial Streams
2X2 MIMO (Multiple Input, Multiple Output)
Supplicant
EAP
Temp Spec
-30° to +85°C (-22°F to 185°F)
Wi-Fi Chipset
Qualcomm Atheros AR6004
Wi-Fi Interfaces
Qualcomm Atheros AR6004 2x2 802.11 a/b/g/n on 20/40 MHz bandwidth
Part NumberAntenna TypeChipset (Wireless)Frequency Range (Max)Frequency Range (Min)Frequency Range 2 (Max)Frequency Range 2 (Min)Logical InterfacesOS/SoftwareProduct TypeSystem ArchitectureTechnologyType
WB50NBT Wi-Fi + Bluetooth Module
WH-WB50NBT
Not Recommended for New Design (NRND)
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External QCA (CSR) 8510, Microchip (Atmel) SAMA5D31, QCA AR6004 2495 MHz2400 MHz5825 MHz5150 MHzSPI, USB, I2C, GPIO, PCM, Ethernet, Serial, SDIO Linux Embedded Module Hostless 802.11abgn, Bluetooth 4.0, Dual Mode (Classic + BLE) Module

Documentation

Name Part Type Last Updated
WB50NBT Flash Programming using the Atmel SAM-BA Utility.pdf All Application Note 01/17/2019
WB45NBT and WB50NBT Logging and Troubleshooting.pdf All Application Note 01/17/2019
WB45NBT and WB50NBT WebLCM for the Linux Platform.pdf All Application Note 01/17/2019
FIPS Mode Support.pdf All Application Note 01/17/2019
RoHS 3 Compliance - Wi-Fi Products All Certification 01/11/2024
User Guide - Laird Command Line Interface.pdf All Documentation 01/17/2019
Quick Start Guide - WB50NBT.pdf All Documentation 01/17/2019
Reference Guide - Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures All Documentation 02/14/2019
Product Brief - 50 Series All Product Brief 10/13/2021
WB50NBT Reference Guide v1 3.pdf All Documentation 01/17/2019
Datasheet - WB50NBT All Datasheet 01/31/2024
BB50NBT Schematic - v1.1.pdf All Documentation 02/26/2019
Application Note - Guidelines for Replacing Antennas v1.0 All Application Note 01/17/2019
EU Certifications - WB50NBT All Certification 12/01/2022
FCC Certifications - WB50NBT All Certification 05/19/2021
ISED Certifications - WB50NBT All Certification 11/22/2020
AS/NZS Certifications - WB50NBT All Certification 05/19/2021
Regulatory Information - WB50NBT All Certification 06/10/2021
ISED ICES-003 Issue 7 Declaration of Compliance All Certification 05/18/2021
PCN 7C-2021 - WB50 Series All Documentation 09/30/2021
PCN_4B-2022 - 50 Series All Documentation 04/26/2022
PCN 12B-2022 - WB50NBT All Documentation 01/23/2023
PCN 8B-2023 - 45, 50, and 60 Series SOMS All Documentation 08/25/2023

FAQ

What is the recommended time for NRST (reset) stay in low to trigger reset in WB50NBT?

To reset WB50NBT, need to keep NRST pin at least 5ms to trigger reset in WB50NBT.

How do I disable the WLAN radio on on WB50NBT?

The WiFi part of WB50NBT can be turned off by setting the signal WLAN_PWD_L (PE3_A3) to low. Alternatively the command "ifrc wlan0 stop" can be used.

How do I disable the Bluetooth radio on WB50NBT?

To disable the Bluetooth radio on the WB50NBT the signal BT_PWD_L (PE5_A5) needs to be set to low. Alternatively the command "/etc/init.d/S95bluetooth stop" can be used.

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Arrow Electronics DVK-WB50NBT 0 North America Buy Now
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Distributors

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Arrow Electronics 1-855-326-4757
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Avnet 1-480-643-2000
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Future Electronics 1-800-675-1619
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Glyn +49-6126-590-0
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Hy-Line Germany Only +49 89 614 503 0
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Jetronic China, Hong Kong and Taiwan 852-27636806 
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