LBWA0ZZ2HK - Sub-1GHz Wi-Fi HaLow 11ah Module | Murata | IoT
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LBWA0ZZ2HK Descripción general
A Wi-Fi HaLow module is a wireless connectivity subsystem that implements the IEEE 802.11ah standard, which operates in sub-1 GHz license-exempt spectrum rather than the crowded 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands used by conventional Wi-Fi. Within the network hierarchy, it sits between a host microcontroller or application processor and the RF front end and antenna, offloading the full MAC and PHY of the 802.11ah S1G standard. Sub-1 GHz radios trade raw throughput for dramatically longer range, better penetration through walls and foliage, and lower power consumption, making HaLow the Wi-Fi-family choice for IoT mesh and star networks where 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, BLE, or 802.15.4 range is insufficient.
Key features of the LBWA0ZZ2HK include its NRC7394 chipset base supporting 802.11ah SISO, coverage of the 902-928 MHz US band, ultra-low power consumption with advanced sleep features for battery operation, an embedded RTOS with IP-native application support, and Murata-grade module integration that simplifies regulatory certification (FCC ID VPYLBWA0ZZ2HK).
Technically, the module integrates the NRC7394 SoC, crystal, RF matching network, and flash into a single shielded land-grid package. The 2 km link range is achieved by combining narrowband sub-1 GHz propagation with the robust modulation and coding schemes of 802.11ah. The embedded RTOS and TCP/IP stack allow the host processor to use simple AT-style or socket interfaces instead of implementing a Wi-Fi stack.
Typical applications include smart utility metering, industrial sensor networks, smart-city infrastructure, agricultural monitoring, and battery-powered security and access-control devices - all scenarios where devices are spread over campus-scale distances and must run for years on batteries.
Design-wise, provide a clean 3.3 V supply with local decoupling, route the antenna per Murata's FCC integration instructions, and account for HaLow transmit bursts in battery budget calculations rather than using average current alone.
This page synthesizes verified manufacturer and distributor data, drop-in alternatives, engineering design notes, and FAQ content not found together in the product brief.
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| Technology | Wi-Fi HaLow (IEEE 802.11ah, Sub-1 GHz S1G) |
| Chipset | NEWRACOM NRC7394 |
| Radio Configuration | SISO (1x1) |
| Frequency Range | 902 MHz to 928 MHz |
| Communication Range | Up to 2 km |
| Network Stack | Embedded RTOS with IP-native application support |
| Power Features | Battery operation with advanced sleep features |
| Regulatory Certification | FCC ID VPYLBWA0ZZ2HK (Part 15 compliant) |
| Bluetooth | Not supported (Wi-Fi HaLow only variant) |
| Tipo de montaje | Surface Mount |
Interfaces y conectores de LBWA0ZZ2HK
LBWA0ZZ2HK expone las siguientes interfaces y conectores según lo publicado por el fabricante: Bluetooth. El patillaje de la cabecera de expansión, la numeración de pines de los conectores y los límites eléctricos se definen en la documentación del fabricante.
| Bluetooth | Not supported (Wi-Fi HaLow only variant) |
Consulte la documentación del fabricante para ver el patillaje completo del conector de expansión y la numeración de pines del conector.
Aplicaciones típicas
LBWA0ZZ2HK es adecuado para 6 aplicacións: Smart Utility Metering, Smart City Infrastructure, Industrial Sensor Networks, Agricultural and Environmental Monitoring, Security and Access Control, Building Automation Retrofits.
Smart Utility Metering
Water, gas, and electric meters are typically installed in basements, pits, and metal enclosures where 2.4 GHz signals struggle. The LBWA0ZZ2HK's 902-928 MHz 802.11ah radio penetrates these obstructions far better and reaches a data concentrator up to 2 km away, eliminating mesh hops. Its advanced sleep features, documented in the Murata Type 2HK product brief, allow the module to spend most of its life in low-power sleep and wake only for scheduled reads, enabling multi-year battery life. Because the module runs an embedded RTOS with IP-native applications, meter firmware can use standard TCP/IP sockets against the utility head-end, simplifying security and OTA update architecture. Engineers should profile HaLow TX burst energy per metering report when sizing the primary cell.
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Smart City Infrastructure
Streetlights, parking sensors, and environmental monitors are spread across campus-scale areas, and trenching for cabling is expensive. A single HaLow access point can serve many LBWA0ZZ2HK endpoints across roughly a 2 km radius, according to the Murata product brief and CNX Software's analysis of the Type 2HK module. The IP-native stack means each endpoint behaves as a standard network node, so city IT teams can manage them with existing tools. The NEWRACOM NRC7394-based SISO radio keeps BOM cost and power low at the node level. For pole-mounted nodes, solar harvesting plus the module's sleep modes typically yields a self-sustaining power budget; validate link margin at the farthest node under foliage conditions before finalizing site plans.
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Industrial Sensor Networks
Factories and tank farms need sensor coverage across large sites with steel structures that attenuate 2.4 GHz heavily. The LBWA0ZZ2HK's sub-1 GHz propagation handles these environments far better, maintaining links up to 2 km per the Murata product brief. Its IP-native embedded RTOS lets PLC-adjacent gateways and condition-monitoring nodes join standard network architectures without protocol translation. The advanced sleep features support battery-powered vibration and temperature sensors that report periodically, while the 802.11ah MAC's grouping and TWT mechanisms reduce wake overhead across many nodes. Engineers should perform a site survey at the actual mounting height, as metal racking creates multipath that changes effective range versus the 2 km free-space figure.
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Agricultural and Environmental Monitoring
Soil moisture, weather, and irrigation stations are deployed over hundreds of hectares with no fixed power. The LBWA0ZZ2HK's 2 km range and 902-928 MHz operation let stations reach a single farmhouse gateway directly, per Murata's Type 2HK documentation, avoiding repeater infrastructure. Ultra-low power consumption with advanced sleep is decisive here: stations wake, join, transmit a telemetry frame, and return to sleep, and the embedded RTOS with IP support means data lands directly in cloud MQTT/HTTP endpoints. CNX Software notes the HK/HL pair is compliant across key regions, easing multi-country agricultural deployments. Design for a generous energy margin since cold, cloudy periods reduce solar input exactly when radio link budgets also tighten.
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Security and Access Control
Gate controllers, door sensors, and perimeter detectors on large properties benefit from the LBWA0ZZ2HK's combination of range and Wi-Fi-family security heritage. The 802.11ah standard carries WPA-class link security and the IP-native stack integrates with existing video/door controllers over standard sockets. Murata's FCC modular approval (ID VPYLBWA0ZZ2HK) means integrators can embed the module in certified enclosures without repeating radiated emissions testing, provided the antenna guidelines in the FCC user manual are followed. Battery-powered detectors exploit the advanced sleep features for years of operation. Note that HaLow throughput is modest, so position the module for sensor and control traffic, and route any camera streams over a different backhaul.
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Building Automation Retrofits
Retrofitting HVAC, lighting, and occupancy sensing in large commercial buildings without new cabling is a classic HaLow use case. Concrete and steel walls that block 2.4 GHz attenuate 902-928 MHz far less, so an LBWA0ZZ2HK on each rooftop unit or air handler can reach a central HaLow gateway up to 2 km away or across multiple floors, per the Murata product brief. Because the module is IP-native under its embedded RTOS, BACnet/IP or Modbus/TCP gateways connect without media conversion. The battery-friendly sleep modes suit wireless thermostats and valves. During design, keep the module's antenna clear of metal ductwork and follow Murata's keep-out and antenna-trace recommendations from the FCC integration manual to preserve both range and compliance.
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Comparación con alternativas
| Parámetro | Este producto | LBWA0ZZ2HL |
|---|---|---|
| Package | Murata Type 2HK module package | Type 2HL module package (same family) |
| Brand | Murata Manufacturing | Murata Manufacturing |
| Chipset | NEWRACOM NRC7394 | NEWRACOM NRC7394 |
| Standard | IEEE 802.11ah (Wi-Fi HaLow), SISO | IEEE 802.11ah (Wi-Fi HaLow), SISO |
| Communication Range | Up to 2 km | Up to 2 km |
| Battery Sleep Features | Yes, advanced sleep modes | Yes, advanced sleep modes |
Diferenciadores clave
- North American 902-928 MHz HaLow band variant (frente a LBWA0ZZ2HL)
- Certified module vs chipset-down design (frente a NRC7394 chipset-only approach)
- 2 km range vs 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi modules (frente a Typical 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi/BLE modules)
Notas de diseño
Follow Murata's FCC user manual and integration instructions for the LBWA0ZZ2HK (FCC ID VPYLBWA0ZZ2HK) exactly: use the approved antenna type, respect the ground-keep-out and antenna-trace requirements, and do not modify the RF matching network. Modular certification is contingent on compliant installation; deviations void the grant and force the host product through its own radiated testing. Place the module away from switching regulators and route no high-speed signals under its shield.
For battery designs, budget current using HaLow transmit burst profiles rather than the datasheet sleep current alone: 802.11ah association, beacons, and data frames each draw short high-current pulses from the 902-928 MHz PA. Provide a low-ESR bulk capacitor near the module supply pin to handle burst loading, and verify supply droop stays within module limits during maximum TX. Estimated: with periodic reporting duty cycles under 1%, average draw is dominated by sleep current, so cell choice drives lifetime more than radio activity.
Do not assume 2 km range in all conditions - the figure from Murata's Type 2HK documentation reflects favorable propagation. Ground-level antennas, foliage, and building penetration can cut this dramatically; perform a site survey at actual mounting heights. Also confirm the regional regulatory band: the HK variant targets 902-928 MHz (North America); the sister LBWA0ZZ2HL covers other regional configurations. Selecting the wrong variant can make deployment non-compliant in your market.
Información de cumplimiento
FCC Part 15 compliance is confirmed via FCC ID VPYLBWA0ZZ2HK (modular approval, per FCC user manual). RoHS/REACH/lead-free status not stated in the provided web data - confirm via Murata PIM product page.
