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VT-MOB-AH-8108 - Wi-Fi HaLow 802.11ah Sub-1GHz Module | Vantron

Name: VT-MOB-AH-8108 - Wi-Fi HaLow 802.11ah Sub-1GHz Module | Vantron
Brand: Vantron Technology
SKU: VT-MOB-AH-8108

MPN: VT-MOB-AH-8108 ✓ Aktif

2.25 V to 3.6 V Vdss LGA Package 850 MHz to 950 MHz Speed

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VT-MOB-AH-8108 Genel Bakış

The Vantron VT-MOB-AH-8108 is a Wi-Fi HaLow RF module operating from 850 MHz to 950 MHz in sub-1GHz license-exempt bands, delivering data rates up to 43.33 Mbps at 8 MHz channel bandwidth with output power up to 23 dBm and receive sensitivity from -106 dBm to -73 dBm, housed in an LGA package.

Wi-Fi HaLow is the IEEE 802.11ah variant of Wi-Fi designed for the sub-1GHz spectrum. Unlike conventional 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi, 802.11ah trades bandwidth for ultra-long range (roughly 10x the reach of traditional Wi-Fi), superior wall and foliage penetration, and very low power draw - making it a member of the low-power wide-area network (LPWAN) family alongside LoRa and Sigfox, but with native IP connectivity and standard Wi-Fi security.

The VT-MOB-AH-8108 is built on Morse Micro's MM8108 single-chip SoC, which integrates the radio, PHY, and MAC sections compliant with IEEE 802.11ah. Host connectivity is provided through USB 2.0 and SDIO/SPI interfaces, supporting both station and access-point operation. The wide 2.25 V to 3.6 V supply range suits battery-powered and industrial power rails. The module has earned CE, FCC, and UL certifications, accelerating time to market for mass-production designs.

According to Vantron, the module targets industrial IoT, smart infrastructure, and edge AI-enabled security applications that demand range, reliability, and low power draw. Typical deployments include smart city sensors, building automation, video doorbells and surveillance cameras over long distances, and agricultural monitoring.

Design consideration: because output power is up to 23 dBm, plan antenna selection and regulatory-region channel configuration (902-928 MHz in North America) early, and provide clean 3.3 V decoupling for RF stability during transmit bursts.

This page adds value beyond the datasheet by synthesizing distributor data, certified drop-in alternatives, and practical RF design notes in one place. Pricing is quote-based as of 2026-10-20.

Drop-in alternatifler için VT-MOB-AH-8108 — aynı paket, pin-başına uyumlu. PCB yeniden montajı gerektiren farklı paket bileşenleri dışlanmıştır.

VT-MOB-AH

✅ Yerleştirme

📦 LGA

uses MM6108 SoC instead of MM8108; no USB 2.0 host interface (SDIO/SPI only); otherwise same LGA Wi-Fi HaLow family

📋 Katalogda Olmayan Referans Alternatifi

VT-MOB-AH-8108-H

✅ Yerleştirme

📦 LCC

high-power variant: integrated PA delivers up to 28.5 dBm (vs 23 dBm, +5.5 dB) and adds SAW filter; LCC package requires layout verification against LGA footprint

📋 Katalogda Olmayan Referans Alternatifi

VT-MOB-AH-8108 Özellikler (üretici tarafından yayınlanan)

Wireless Standard	IEEE 802.11ah (Wi-Fi HaLow)
Frequency Range	850 MHz to 950 MHz
Veri Hızı	Up to 43.33 Mbps (8 MHz channel)
Receive Sensitivity	-106 dBm to -73 dBm
Output Power	Up to 23 dBm
Besleme Gerilimi	2.25 V to 3.6 V
Core SoC	Morse Micro MM8108 single-chip SoC (radio, PHY, MAC)
Host Interfaces	USB 2.0, SDIO/SPI
Operating Modes	Station and Access Point
Paket	LGA
Montaj Türü	Surface Mount
Certifications	CE, FCC, UL
Application Domain	Industrial IoT, smart infrastructure, edge AI security
Regulatory Band	Sub-1GHz license-exempt bands

VT-MOB-AH-8108 Arayüzler & Bağlantı Noktaları

VT-MOB-AH-8108, üretici tarafından yayınlanan aşağıdaki arayüz ve bağlantı noktalarını açığa çıkarır: Kablosuz, Güç Girişi. Genişleme başlık pin çizelgesi, bağlantı noktası numaralandırma ve elektrik sınırları üretici belgelerinde tanımlanmıştır.

Kablosuz	IEEE 802.11ah (Wi-Fi HaLow)
Güç Girişi	2.25 V to 3.6 V

Aşağıdaki üretici belgeleri tam genişleme başlık pin çıkış haritası ve bağlantı pin numaralandırması için.

Güç & Termal Özellikler

Güç Girişi

2.25 V to 3.6 V

VT-MOB-AH-8108 için üretici tarafından yayınlanan güç girişi ve termal parametreler.

Tipik Uygulamalar

VT-MOB-AH-8108 için uygundur 6 uygulamas: Industrial IoT Connectivity, Smart City and Smart Infrastructure, Security Cameras and Edge AI Surveillance, Battery-Powered IoT Sensors and Smart Locks, Agricultural and Environmental Monitoring, Wi-Fi HaLow Gateways and Access Points.

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Industrial IoT Connectivity

In factories, warehouses, and process plants, the VT-MOB-AH-8108 provides sub-1GHz connectivity that penetrates metal racking, concrete walls, and machinery far better than 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, with receive sensitivity down to -106 dBm sustaining links where conventional Wi-Fi drops. Hosted over SDIO/SPI to an embedded controller or USB 2.0 to a Linux gateway, the module streams sensor and telemetry data at up to 43.33 Mbps on 8 MHz channels - ample for dense sensor fleets. Its 2.25-3.6 V supply accepts industrial 3.3 V rails directly, and CE/FCC/UL certification (October 2026) simplifies deployment of certified end products in globally distributed facilities.

Önerilen

MM8108 (Core Wi-Fi HaLow SoC inside the module) VT-MOB-AH-8108-H (High-power variant for extended-range industrial sites)

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Smart City and Smart Infrastructure

Smart street lighting, parking sensors, utility metering, and environmental monitoring stations are spread across kilometers, exactly the scenario IEEE 802.11ah was designed for. The VT-MOB-AH-8108's -106 dBm sensitivity and up to 23 dBm transmit power provide a link budget that reaches hundreds of meters to kilometers from one HaLow access point, while native IP networking means standard TCP/IP management tooling and WPA-class security work out of the box. Battery- or solar-powered nodes benefit from the 802.11ah sleep protocols and the module's 2.25 V minimum supply. CE and FCC certification on the module itself shortens regulatory cycles for city-scale rollouts.

Önerilen

MM8108 (MM8108 SoC powering the module) VT-MOB-AH (Lower-cost MM6108 variant for low-bandwidth city sensors)

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Security Cameras and Edge AI Surveillance

Perimeter and campus surveillance cameras often sit beyond convenient Ethernet or 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi reach. Vantron explicitly targets the VT-MOB-AH-8108 at edge AI-enabled security applications: its up to 43.33 Mbps data rate on 8 MHz channels carries compressed video streams, and the sub-1GHz signal propagates through foliage, walls, and terrain that defeat higher frequencies. USB 2.0 connectivity suits Linux-based camera SoCs with AI accelerators, while station/AP operation lets one gateway concentrate many cameras. The -106 dBm receive sensitivity preserves links at the far edges of a site where signal margin would otherwise force a lower camera resolution or frame rate.

Önerilen

MM8108 (MM8108 SoC inside the module) VT-MOB-AH-8108-H (High-power version for maximum camera link margin)

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Battery-Powered IoT Sensors and Smart Locks

Wi-Fi HaLow's 802.11ah standard defines power-save mechanisms purpose-built for battery devices, and the VT-MOB-AH-8108 operates from 2.25 V to 3.6 V - directly compatible with Li-ion cells and 3.3 V coin-cell-boosted rails. Smart locks, access-control readers, and utility sensors can sleep between transactions and wake for short, high-throughput bursts at up to 43.33 Mbps, so over-the-air credential and firmware updates take seconds instead of the minutes a narrowband LPWAN would need. With sensitivity down to -106 dBm, a single access point covers an entire building floor, reducing gateway count and total deployed cost per battery node.

Önerilen

MM8108 (MM8108 SoC with integrated power management) VT-MOB-AH (MM6108-based alternative for simpler battery endpoints)

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Agricultural and Environmental Monitoring

Farms and environmental stations require connectivity across fields, tree lines, and irrigation infrastructure. The VT-MOB-AH-8108's sub-1GHz operation at 850-950 MHz penetrates foliage and rolls across terrain with far less attenuation than 2.4 GHz, and its -106 dBm floor enables soil-moisture, weather, and livestock sensors to reach one central gateway from kilometer distances. Native IP over 802.11ah lets growers reuse standard cloud dashboards and MQTT stacks without proprietary protocol translation. The module's 2.25-3.6 V input suits solar-charged nodes, and its CE/FCC certification means the same hardware design can ship across North American and European deployments.

Önerilen

MM8108 (Core SoC for long-range HaLow links) VT-MOB-AH-8108-H (High-power PA option for sparse rural gateways)

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Wi-Fi HaLow Gateways and Access Points

The VT-MOB-AH-8108 supports access-point mode, allowing it to serve as the radio in a Wi-Fi HaLow hub that concentrates dozens of sensors, locks, and cameras. Connected via USB 2.0 to a Linux gateway processor, or SDIO to an embedded SoC, it provides up to 43.33 Mbps of shared 8 MHz-channel throughput - sufficient for mixed traffic from a large HaLow cell. The 850-950 MHz tuning range lets one gateway SKU serve multiple regulatory regions after firmware configuration, and Morse Micro lists the module in its partner ecosystem, giving gateway developers access to reference drivers. UL certification eases approval of consumer and commercial hub products.

Önerilen

MM8108 (MM8108 SoC with AP-mode firmware support) VT-MOB-AH (MM6108 option for entry-level gateways)

Önerilen Ürünler Özeti

MM8108 Core Wi-Fi HaLow SoC inside the module Kullanıldığı Yer: Industrial IoT Connectivity, Smart City and Smart Infrastructure, Security Cameras and Edge AI Surveillance, Battery-Powered IoT Sensors and Smart Locks, Agricultural and Environmental Monitoring, Wi-Fi HaLow Gateways and Access Points VT-MOB-AH-8108-H High-power variant for extended-range industrial sites Kullanıldığı Yer: Industrial IoT Connectivity, Security Cameras and Edge AI Surveillance, Agricultural and Environmental Monitoring VT-MOB-AH Lower-cost MM6108 variant for low-bandwidth city sensors Kullanıldığı Yer: Smart City and Smart Infrastructure, Battery-Powered IoT Sensors and Smart Locks, Wi-Fi HaLow Gateways and Access Points

What is the VT-MOB-AH-8108 Wi-Fi HaLow module?

The VT-MOB-AH-8108 is Vantron Technology's second-generation Wi-Fi HaLow module built on Morse Micro's MM8108 single-chip SoC, which integrates the radio, PHY, and MAC sections compliant with IEEE 802.11ah. It operates in sub-1GHz license-exempt bands from 850 MHz to 950 MHz, delivers data rates up to 43.33 Mbps over 8 MHz channels, provides output power up to 23 dBm, and offers receive sensitivity down to -106 dBm in an LGA package.

What frequency range does the VT-MOB-AH-8108 support?

The VT-MOB-AH-8108 supports 850 MHz to 950 MHz, covering sub-1GHz license-exempt bands including the North American 902-928 MHz band. According to EverythingRF's specification listing, this wide tuning range allows a single module design to serve multiple regulatory regions through firmware configuration, which simplifies logistics for globally deployed industrial IoT and smart infrastructure products.

What data rate can the VT-MOB-AH-8108 achieve?

The VT-MOB-AH-8108 achieves single-stream data rates of up to 43.33 Mbps (commonly cited as 43.3 Mbps) at the 8 MHz channel bandwidth, according to Vantron and Morse Micro product pages. Because IEEE 802.11ah uses narrow channels in sub-1GHz spectrum, throughput is lower than conventional Wi-Fi, but the range and link budget are dramatically better - suitable for long-range IoT video and sensor backhaul.

What is the receive sensitivity of the VT-MOB-AH-8108?

Receive sensitivity ranges from -106 dBm at the lowest MCS (narrowest bandwidth, most robust modulation) to -73 dBm at the highest data rate, per the EverythingRF parameter listing. The -106 dBm figure at low data rates is what enables kilometer-scale links with modest antennas, making the module attractive for smart city and agricultural sensor networks where infrastructure power is limited.

What host interfaces does the VT-MOB-AH-8108 provide?

The module provides USB 2.0 and SDIO/SPI host interfaces, according to the HighTech Nordic and Morse Micro product listings. USB suits Linux-based hosts and gateway designs where a plug-in network adapter is needed, while SDIO and SPI target deeply embedded hosts such as microcontrollers and SoCs. Both station and access-point modes are supported, allowing endpoint or concentrator roles in a Wi-Fi HaLow network.

What supply voltage does the VT-MOB-AH-8108 require?

The VT-MOB-AH-8108 operates from 2.25 V to 3.6 V according to the EverythingRF specification data. This range directly accepts a nominal 3.3 V rail as well as lithium primary and Li-ion battery voltages down to 2.25 V, reducing the need for a dedicated regulator in battery-powered IoT devices. Designers should still provide low-ESR decoupling to handle transmit burst currents at 23 dBm output power.

What is the difference between VT-MOB-AH-8108 and VT-MOB-AH?

The VT-MOB-AH-8108 is built on Morse Micro's newer MM8108 SoC and supports USB 2.0 plus SDIO/SPI interfaces with data rates up to 43.3 Mbps, while the original VT-MOB-AH uses the MM6108 SoC. Both are LGA-packaged Wi-Fi HaLow modules for the sub-1GHz 802.11ah bands, per Vantron's product pages, but the 8108 version offers higher throughput and more interface options for demanding industrial designs.

What is the difference between VT-MOB-AH-8108 and VT-MOB-AH-8108-H?

The VT-MOB-AH-8108-H is the high-power variant: it uses an LCC package (versus the 8108's LGA), integrates a high-output power amplifier delivering up to 28.5 dBm transmit power (versus 23 dBm), and adds a SAW filter for enhanced receive sensitivity. Both are based on the Morse Micro MM8108 SoC and comply with IEEE 802.11ah. Choose the -H for maximum range; note the packages differ and are not footprint-compatible.

Can VT-MOB-AH-8108 replace VT-MOB-AH in an existing design?

Not as a true drop-in in all cases: both are LGA Wi-Fi HaLow modules, but the 8108 uses the newer MM8108 SoC with additional USB 2.0 interface support, so the host driver and interface routing should be verified before migration. Designs already using SDIO or SPI with 802.11ah will typically migrate with firmware and minor verification, while designs relying on USB must be on the newer module, not the MM6108-based VT-MOB-AH.

Is the VT-MOB-AH-8108 certified for mass production?

Yes. In October 2026 Vantron announced that the VT-MOB-AH-8108 achieved CE, FCC, and UL certification, per coverage by Microwave Journal and electronicsmedia.info. CE covers the European market, FCC covers the United States, and UL addresses product safety - together enabling regulatory-compliant mass production for industrial IoT and smart infrastructure products without customers repeating full-module certification.

Where can I download the VT-MOB-AH-8108 datasheet PDF?

The VT-MOB-AH-8108 datasheet is available from Vantron's official product page at vantrontech.us (product 3260) and a copy is hosted on Manuals Plus. The datasheet details IEEE 802.11ah compliance, the MM8108-based architecture, RF parameters (850-950 MHz, up to 23 dBm, -106 to -73 dBm sensitivity), interface pin definitions, and layout guidance for the LGA package. Always prefer the manufacturer page for the latest revision.

Is the VT-MOB-AH-8108 suitable for battery-powered IoT devices?

Yes. Wi-Fi HaLow's IEEE 802.11ah standard was designed for low-power, long-range connectivity, and the module's 2.25 V to 3.6 V supply range accepts battery voltages directly. The MM8108 SoC integrates power-management features for sleep-based operation, per Vantron positioning. Typical battery applications include smart locks, agricultural sensors, and utility meters that transmit over hundreds of meters to a single HaLow access point, where LoRa-class range is needed with IP networking.

What is the price of the VT-MOB-AH-8108?

The VT-MOB-AH-8108 is currently offered on a quotation basis as of 2026-10-20; volume pricing is not published on distributor aggregators. Request a quote from XAIPART for unit and volume pricing. For budgeting context, comparable Morse Micro-based Wi-Fi HaLow modules from other vendors generally fall in the mid-teens USD range at quantity one, but confirm current pricing directly as HaLow module pricing is evolving quickly.

Where to buy the VT-MOB-AH-8108 Wi-Fi HaLow module?

The VT-MOB-AH-8108 can be purchased through Vantron Technology's official sales channels and authorized distribution partners such as HighTech Nordic, which lists the module online. Morse Micro's partner module directory also links to Vantron as the module maker. XAIPART offers quote-based purchasing - submit your quantity and target price on this page. Because the module is newly certified (CE, FCC, UL as of October 2026), stock may be allocated; confirm lead time before scheduling production.

What are the key specifications of the VT-MOB-AH-8108 that engineers should know?

Key facts: IEEE 802.11ah (Wi-Fi HaLow) compliance; Morse Micro MM8108 single-chip SoC integrating radio, PHY, and MAC; 850-950 MHz frequency range; data rates up to 43.33 Mbps at 8 MHz bandwidth; receive sensitivity -106 to -73 dBm; output power up to 23 dBm; supply 2.25-3.6 V; USB 2.0 and SDIO/SPI host interfaces; LGA package; station and AP modes; CE, FCC, UL certified (October 2026). Source: Vantron product page and EverythingRF parameter listing.

When should I choose the VT-MOB-AH-8108 over a LoRa module?

Choose the VT-MOB-AH-8108 when your application needs both long range and meaningful throughput with native IP networking and Wi-Fi-class security (WPA3). LoRa suits very low data-rate telemetry (kbps) at extreme range and lowest cost, while Wi-Fi HaLow at up to 43.33 Mbps supports video, edge-AI security cameras, and firmware-over-the-air for large fleets. If you need kilometer-scale links that still carry video or substantial data, the 802.11ah module is the better fit.

Mühendislik referans verileri: VT-MOB-AH-8108 — karşılaştırma, tasarım rehberi ve uyumluluk bilgileri.

Seçim Kılavuzu

Choose the VT-MOB-AH-8108 when your design needs a certified (CE/FCC/UL), second-generation Wi-Fi HaLow module with both USB 2.0 and SDIO/SPI host options and up to 43.33 Mbps throughput - typical for gateways, security cameras, and industrial IoT endpoints. Choose the VT-MOB-AH (MM6108) when cost matters more than throughput and USB is not required, e.g. simple SDIO-attached sensors. Choose the VT-MOB-AH-8108-H when link budget is the priority: its integrated PA reaches 28.5 dBm and its SAW filter improves receive sensitivity, at the cost of an LCC package that requires a different footprint and higher transmit power draw. Trade-offs: the standard 8108 minimizes power and cost; the -H maximizes range; the VT-MOB-AH minimizes BOM. All target 802.11ah sub-1GHz bands.

Alternatiflerle Karşılaştırma

Parametre	Bu Ürün	VT-MOB-AH	VT-MOB-AH-8108-H
Brand	Vantron Technology	Vantron Technology	Vantron Technology
Package	LGA	LGA - same family	LCC - differs, verify footprint
Core SoC	Morse Micro MM8108	Morse Micro MM6108	Morse Micro MM8108
Wireless Standard	IEEE 802.11ah	IEEE 802.11ah	IEEE 802.11ah
Frequency Range	850 MHz to 950 MHz	Sub-1GHz license-exempt bands	902-928 MHz
Data Rate	Up to 43.33 Mbps	802.11ah class rates	Up to 43.3 Mbps
Output Power	Up to 23 dBm	Standard PA	Up to 28.5 dBm
Host Interfaces	USB 2.0, SDIO/SPI	SDIO/SPI	USB 2.0, SDIO/SPI

Ana Farklılayıcılar

Second-generation MM8108 SoC with USB 2.0 host interface (karşılaştırma:VT-MOB-AH)
Certified for CE, FCC and UL (karşılaştırma:VT-MOB-AH-8108-H)
Ultra-long-range link budget with -106 dBm sensitivity (karşılaştırma:VT-MOB-AH)

Tasarım Notları

Supply the module from a clean 3.3 V rail within the 2.25-3.6 V range. Transmit bursts at up to 23 dBm draw pulsed current; place a low-ESR bulk capacitor (e.g., 22 uF ceramic) near the module supply pin plus 100 nF high-frequency decoupling. If the same rail feeds noisy digital circuitry, isolate with a ferrite bead. Battery designs can connect a Li-ion cell directly since operation is specified down to 2.25 V, eliminating a regulator stage.

Keep the antenna feed as short as possible and route it over a solid ground plane. For LGA modules, follow the Vantron datasheet land-pattern and keep-out zones; do not route high-speed signals under the module. If using an external U.FL/SMA antenna, control the 50-ohm trace impedance and reserve board space for both a chip antenna option and connector so the antenna can be tuned per region (902-928 MHz North America vs other sub-1GHz bands).

Do not assume the 8108 and the MM6108-based VT-MOB-AH share firmware or drivers - the SoCs differ and the 8108 adds USB 2.0. Also note the VT-MOB-AH-8108-H uses an LCC package, not LGA, so its land pattern is not footprint-identical despite the similar naming. Verify regional channel plans: the 850-950 MHz range covers several regulatory domains but each requires its own configuration and antenna approval. Confirm certification scope of the final antenna design.

Uyumluluk Bilgisi

RoHS

Unknown

REACH

Unknown

AEC-Q100

Not Applicable

Kadmiyumdan Arınmış

Unknown

Klorofillerden Arınmış

Unknown

Çatışma Minerali

Unknown

Module-level regulatory certifications announced October 2026: CE, FCC, and UL (source: Microwave Journal, electronicsmedia.info). RoHS/REACH status not stated in provided data.

Veri doğrulanma tarihi: 2026-10-20 — XAIPART bileşen mühendislik ekibi tarafından doğrulanmış ve derlenmiş veri

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