Sub-1GHz RF Transceiver · 119–1050 MHz · +16 dBm TX · 1.25 Mbps Max Data Rate · AES-128 Encryption · QFN-32 (5×5mm) · Texas Instruments
| Part Number | CC1200 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments |
| Type | Sub-1GHz RF Transceiver (FSK/MSK/OOK) |
| Frequency Range | 119 MHz – 1050 MHz |
| Modulation | 2-FSK, 4-FSK, GFSK, MSK, OOK |
| Max TX Power | +16 dBm (configurable) |
| RX Sensitivity (@ 1.2 kbps) | −123 dBm |
| RX Near Sens. (@ 50 kbps) | −110 dBm |
| Max Data Rate | 1.25 Mbps |
| RX Current | 23 mA typical |
| TX Current (@ +14 dBm) | 46 mA typical |
| Built-in Security | AES-128 hardware encryption engine |
| Package | QFN-32 (5×5mm) |
| Supply Voltage | 2.0 V – 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature | −40°C to +85°C |
| Supply Voltage (VDD) | 2.0 V – 3.6 V |
|---|---|
| TX Current (@ +14 dBm) | 46 mA typical |
| TX Current (@ +10 dBm) | 33 mA typical |
| RX Current | 23 mA typical |
| Sleep Current | 0.2 µA (power-down mode) |
| Output Power Range | −16 to +16 dBm (programmable) |
| Data Rate Range | 0.1 kbps – 1.25 Mbps |
| Frequency Deviation | ±0.125 kHz to ±500 kHz |
| Channel Spacing | Down to 12.5 kHz |
| Reference Crystal | 40 MHz (TCXO supported) |
| Digital Interface | 4-wire SPI (up to 10 MHz SCLK) |
|---|---|
| Logic Level | 1.8V – 3.6V |
| GPIO Pins | 3 configurable GDO lines |
| Antenna Interface | Differential + single-ended 50Ω RF port options |
| Packet Engine | Hardware CRC, whitening, preamble/SFD generation |
| AES Engine | 128-bit hardware encryption/decryption |
| RX Sniff Mode | Yes — fast channel scanning capability |
| eWOR (Event WOR) | Yes — automatic low-power wake-on-radio |
| Pins | 32-pin QFN (SPI, GDO0–2, RF_P, RF_N, XOSC, VBAT, GND) |
| Part Number | CC1200 |
|---|---|
| Orderable Qty | 1 pcs – 10,000+ pcs |
| Price (1–9 pcs) | Contact for quote |
| Price (10–99 pcs) | Contact for quote |
| Price (100–499 pcs) | Contact for quote |
| Price (500+ pcs) | Best pricing available |
| Lead Time (stock) | 3–7 business days |
| Packaging | Tape & Reel (T&R) |
| RoHS Compliant | Yes (Pb-free) |
The CC1200 from Texas Instruments is a high-performance Sub-1GHz RF transceiver covering an exceptional 119 MHz to 1050 MHz frequency range. In a compact QFN-32 (5×5mm) package, it supports an unusually broad set of modulation formats — 2-FSK, 4-FSK, GFSK, MSK, and OOK — with a top data rate of 1.25 Mbps. This combination of frequency agility, modulation flexibility, and high throughput makes it a compelling choice for custom UAV telemetry links that go beyond what LoRa-based solutions can offer in terms of raw data speed.
Where the CC1200 truly differentiates itself is its best-in-class data rate for Sub-1GHz FSK. At 1.25 Mbps, it can carry compressed telemetry data, OSD overlay information, and even low-resolution video thumbnails — use cases where LoRa's maximum 62.5 kbps would be insufficient. The built-in AES-128 hardware encryption engine provides link-layer security without MCU overhead, essential for military and commercial UAV operations requiring encrypted command and control links.
The CC1200 is the hardware core of the OpenLRSng open-source project, powering long-range RC control and telemetry systems that predate ExpressLRS. Its eWOR (Event Wake-On-Radio) feature enables ultra-low-power receiver operation where the radio wakes only when a valid signal is detected — ideal for battery-powered remote telemetry nodes and sensor beacons deployed in the field for extended missions.
With −123 dBm sensitivity at 1.2 kbps and +16 dBm TX power, the CC1200 achieves solid range in Sub-1GHz ISM bands (868/915 MHz). While its narrowband sensitivity doesn't match LoRa's −148 dBm, its channel spacing down to 12.5 kHz and RX Sniff Mode for fast channel scanning provide excellent frequency reuse in congested spectrum. The differential RF port design also simplifies antenna matching and balun integration.
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The CC1200 is an active production part from Texas Instruments with mature supply chains. UAVCHIP sources through TI authorized distribution with full lot traceability and factory-original packaging. All units are handled under ESD-safe conditions per IEC 61340-5-1 and stored in moisture-controlled MSL-3 environments.
TI's CC1200 has been in production for over a decade, making it one of the most reliable and well-documented Sub-1GHz transceivers available. UAVCHIP verifies date codes and reel integrity for all shipments. For volume production orders, we can arrange scheduled deliveries with reserved allocation to support your manufacturing pipeline.
