MM8108-MF15457 - Wi-Fi HaLow 802.11ah Module, 26dBm | Morse Micro
MPN: MM8108-MF15457 ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $0 | $0.00 |
| 10 | $0 | $0.00 |
| 100 | $0 | $0.00 |
| 500 | $0 | $0.00 |
| 1,000 | $0 | $0.00 |
MM8108-MF15457 Overview
Wi-Fi HaLow is the IEEE 802.11ah amendment of the Wi-Fi standard, purpose-built for long-range, low-power connectivity. Unlike conventional 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz Wi-Fi, HaLow operates below 1 GHz, where propagation characteristics enable roughly ten times greater range and superior wall penetration, making it a key technology in the IoT connectivity hierarchy alongside LoRa, Sigfox, and NB-IoT for smart home, industrial, and infrastructure applications.
Key features of the MM8108-MF15457 include compliance with IEEE 802.11ah, PHY rates up to 43.3 Mbps using world-first 256-QAM modulation at 8 MHz bandwidth, up to 26 dBm output power, and FCC, IC, CE, and Telec certifications for multi-region deployment. The module integrates the second-generation MM8108 Wi-Fi HaLow SoC with radio, PHY, and MAC functions on a single chip, together with integrated power amplifiers, drastically reducing external BOM complexity.
The underlying MM8108 SoC is a highly integrated, ultra-low-power single-chip connectivity solution that Morse Micro claims delivers up to 3x more energy efficiency than the next best Wi-Fi SoC, and an OFDM transmitter up to 4x more energy-efficient than competing HaLow solutions. This translates directly into longer battery life for power-sensitive IoT endpoints without sacrificing throughput.
Typical applications include smart home and security cameras requiring long-range video-capable links, industrial automation and sensor networks, and campus-scale IoT backhaul where a single HaLow access point can serve devices hundreds of meters away. The USB host interface (with SDIO and SPI support depending on loaded firmware) simplifies host integration.
Design consideration: place the module per the MM8108-MF15457 Hardware Design Guide, keeping the RF PAD footprint and antenna keep-out areas intact, and confirm regional regulatory band limits (850-950 MHz varies by country) before certification.
This page synthesizes distributor availability data, datasheet specifications, certification status, and practical design notes in one place - information not consolidated in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
Drop-in alternatives for MM8108-MF15457 — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with MM8108-MF15457 (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Modulation, Core SoC, Frequency Band, Max PHY Data Rate, Package Type.
Quick Comparison Tool — Select alternative parts for side-by-side comparison:
No drop-in alternatives available for this product.
Request AlternativesMM8108-MF15457 Specifications (manufacturer-published)
| Wireless Standard | IEEE 802.11ah (Wi-Fi HaLow) |
| Frequency Range | 850 MHz to 950 MHz |
| Maximum PHY Data Rate | 43.3 Mbps |
| Transmit Power | 26 dBm |
| Modulation | Up to 256-QAM at 8 MHz bandwidth |
| Core SoC | Morse Micro MM8108 (2nd generation Wi-Fi HaLow SoC) |
| Integrated Functions | Radio, PHY, MAC, integrated amplifiers |
| Host Interface | USB host interface; SDIO and SPI supported (firmware dependent) |
| GPIO / Alternative Functions | GPIOs 0 to 10 may provide SPI master, I2C master, PWM, and UART (custom software) |
| Certifications | FCC, IC, CE, Telec |
| Package Type | Surface Mount, RF PAD castellated module |
| Pin Count | 38 pins |
MM8108-MF15457 Interfaces & Connectors
MM8108-MF15457 exposes the following interfaces and connectors as published by the manufacturer: Wireless, GPIO. Expansion header pinout, connector pin numbering, and electrical limits are defined in the manufacturer documentation.
| Wireless | IEEE 802.11ah (Wi-Fi HaLow) |
| GPIO | GPIOs 0 to 10 may provide SPI master, I2C master, PWM, and UART (custom software) |
Refer to the manufacturer documentation for the full expansion header pinout and connector pin numbering.
Typical Applications
MM8108-MF15457 is suitable for 6 applications: Security Cameras and Video Surveillance, Smart Home Connectivity, Industrial Automation and IIoT, Smart City and Campus IoT Backhaul, Agricultural and Remote Sensing, Portable and Wearable Connected Devices.
Security Cameras and Video Surveillance
Wi-Fi HaLow's combination of long range and meaningful throughput makes the MM8108-MF15457 a strong fit for battery-powered and wire-free security cameras. Conventional 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi struggles with outdoor range and wall penetration, while sub-GHz LoRa lacks the bandwidth for video. With up to 43.3 Mbps PHY rate using 256-QAM at 8 MHz bandwidth and 26 dBm transmit power, the module can carry compressed video streams across hundreds of meters or through multiple walls. In the camera node, the module connects to the SoC via SDIO or USB depending on loaded firmware, and Morse Micro's claimed 3x energy-efficiency advantage extends battery life between charges. FCC, IC, CE, and Telec modular certification simplifies shipping the same camera design across the US, Canada, Europe, and Japan.
Recommended
Smart Home Connectivity
Smart homes benefit from a single Wi-Fi HaLow access point serving locks, sensors, thermostats, and appliances across an entire property, since sub-1 GHz propagation penetrates walls far better than 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi. The MM8108-MF15457 brings IEEE 802.11ah compliance, native IP networking, and Wi-Fi's mature security ecosystem to these endpoints without proprietary protocol gateways. Its integrated MM8108 SoC handles radio, PHY, and MAC in one chip, and GPIOs 0-10 offer SPI master, I2C master, PWM, and UART alternate functions for directly driving peripherals and status indicators, subject to Morse Micro's custom-software support. The module's low standby power and HaLow power-save mechanisms suit always-listening battery devices such as door locks and leak sensors.
Recommended
Industrial Automation and IIoT
Factories and industrial campuses require wireless links that tolerate metal racking, concrete walls, and electrical noise - conditions where 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi degrades quickly. The MM8108-MF15457's 850-950 MHz operation provides the penetration and range industrial deployments demand, while 43.3 Mbps supports aggregated sensor telemetry, PLC status data, and even vision-based quality checks. The module's surface-mount RF PAD footprint integrates cleanly onto industrial controller PCBs, with SDIO/SPI/USB host interfaces matching common embedded host processors. Morse Micro's up to 4x transmitter energy-efficiency advantage reduces thermal and battery constraints in sealed enclosures. Designers should follow the MM8108-MF15457 Hardware Design Guide for grounding and antenna keep-outs in metal-rich environments, and verify regional 900 MHz ISM allocations before deployment.
Recommended
Smart City and Campus IoT Backhaul
Municipal and campus deployments - parking sensors, lighting control, metering, environmental monitoring - need connectivity that spans hundreds of meters from a single access point. Wi-Fi HaLow's sub-1 GHz physics give the MM8108-MF15457 roughly ten times the range of 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, letting one AP serve devices across a parking structure or campus quad, reducing infrastructure count. The module's IP-native 802.11ah stack means devices join standard IP networks without proprietary bridges, and up to 26 dBm output with certified modular grants (FCC, IC, CE, Telec) streamlines multi-region city deployments. Its RF PAD surface-mount format supports high-volume assembly on meter and luminaire controller PCBs, and GPIO alternate functions (SPI/I2C/PWM/UART) allow direct interfacing with local sensors and actuators.
Recommended
Agricultural and Remote Sensing
Farms and ranches cover large areas where conventional Wi-Fi cannot reach and cellular subscriptions are uneconomical per node. The MM8108-MF15457's sub-1 GHz Wi-Fi HaLow link provides kilometer-class range potential with line of sight, while 43.3 Mbps throughput accommodates soil-probe networks, irrigation controllers, weather stations, and even periodic imagery from gate or livestock cameras - far beyond LoRa's telemetry-only bandwidth. Battery operation is practical thanks to Morse Micro's claimed 3x energy-efficiency improvement over competing Wi-Fi SoCs and HaLow power-save modes. The module operates across the 850-950 MHz range, allowing firmware channel plans matched to each country's agricultural ISM allocations. Its castellated RF PAD module form factor simplifies integration into weatherproof sensor enclosures with external antennas.
Recommended
Portable and Wearable Connected Devices
Power-sensitive portable products - asset trackers, handheld testers, body-area monitoring devices - benefit from the MM8108-MF15457's combination of low energy per transmitted bit and long range, which reduces transmit retries and overall battery drain. Morse Micro states the MM8108 delivers up to 3x more energy efficiency than the next best Wi-Fi SoC, meaning devices send more data per charge. The module's compact surface-mount RF PAD package with 38 castellated pins suits dense portable PCBs, and host connectivity via USB, SDIO, or SPI integrates with common low-power application processors. Because the module is precertified for FCC, IC, CE, and Telec regions, portable product makers avoid full RF re-certification when shipping globally, shortening time to market substantially.
Recommended
Recommended Products Summary
Engineering reference data for MM8108-MF15457 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MM8108 | MM8108-EKH05-01 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Package | Surface-mount RF PAD castellated module, 38 pins | SoC chip (QFN, pin count per SoC datasheet) - NOT footprint-compatible | Development board form factor - not a component package |
| Brand | Morse Micro | Morse Micro | Morse Micro |
| Wireless Standard | IEEE 802.11ah (Wi-Fi HaLow) | IEEE 802.11ah (Wi-Fi HaLow) | IEEE 802.11ah (Wi-Fi HaLow) |
| Frequency Range | 850 MHz to 950 MHz | Sub-1 GHz license-exempt bands | 850 MHz to 950 MHz (via MM8108-MF15457 module) |
| Max PHY Rate | 43.3 Mbps | 43.3 Mbps (256-QAM, 8 MHz) | 43.3 Mbps (256-QAM, 8 MHz) |
Key Differentiators
- Highest-throughput Wi-Fi HaLow module with 256-QAM (vs MM8108 (first-generation Morse Micro modules))
- Industry-leading transmit energy efficiency (vs Competing Wi-Fi HaLow modules (e.g., Newracom NRC7292-based))
- Multi-region modular certification reduces time to market (vs MM8108 bare SoC design-in)
Design Notes
Follow the official MM8108-MF15457 Hardware Design Guide (v2) from Morse Micro for the module land pattern, RF PAD routing, and antenna keep-out areas. Keep ground pour clear of the antenna feed region per the guide, and place the module near the board edge with the antenna radiating outward. Because the module is pre-certified (FCC, IC, CE, Telec), altering the antenna structure or ground reference can void the modular certification grant - any antenna change requires re-evaluation.
Host interface selection is firmware-dependent: the module supports SDIO and SPI depending on which firmware is loaded, plus a USB host interface. Confirm the required interface and obtain matching firmware from Morse Micro BEFORE finalizing the host processor's peripheral selection. Also note that GPIO 0-10 alternate functions (SPI master, I2C master, PWM, UART) may require custom software developed with Morse Micro - do not assume these functions are available out-of-the-box in production firmware.
The module's 26 dBm transmit power implies significant peak transmit current; provide a low-impedance 3.3 V-class supply rail with adequate bulk and high-frequency decoupling close to the module power pins, per the Hardware Design Guide. Verify peak current requirements in the module datasheet electrical characteristics before sizing the regulator - shared rails with RF-sensitive analog circuitry should be avoided or filtered to prevent transmit-burst noise coupling.
The 850-950 MHz operating range spans multiple regional allocations with different channel plans and EIRP limits. Select the correct regulatory domain in firmware and confirm antenna gain keeps the end product within local EIRP limits even though the module itself is certified. Plan for regional channel-plan validation during end-product certification to avoid shipment delays in specific markets.
Compliance Information
Regulatory certifications FCC, IC, CE, and Telec confirmed from Mouser listing. Environmental compliance (RoHS/REACH/halogen) not stated in provided data - verify with Morse Micro compliance documentation.
