Quectel AF72M Wi-Fi 7 & Bluetooth 5.3 Automotive Module

Overview

The AF72M is an automotive grade Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.3 module with high performance, supporting 2 x 2 BW40 + 2 x 2 BW320. With a compact and unified form factor of 23.0 mm x 23.0 mm x 3.0 mm, the AF72M is an ideal Wi-Fi/Bluetooth solution for size-sensitive applications, and helps customers reduce product size and optimize application design cost. The surface-mount technology enhances its durability and robustness, and the LGA package makes sure the module can be easily embedded into size-constrained applications and provide reliable connectivity in these applications. The advanced package allows for large-scale automated manufacturing which has strict requirements on cost and efficiency.

Designed with a reliable PCIe 3.0 interface to provide WLAN capability, the AF72M achieves low-power and high-speed data transmission. Coupled with its compact size and wide temperature range, the AF72M meets Wi-Fi/Bluetooth + LTE-A/5G application design requirements in the automotive industry.

Key features

• Automotive grade Wi-Fi and Bluetooth module supporting 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.3
• 2 x 2 BW40 + 2 x 2 BW320
• PCIe 3.0 interface, which provides higher data transmission rate and lower power consumption
• Ideal for automotive market applications with IATF 16949:2016 requirement. Compliant with automotive quality processes such as APQP and PPAP
• Wide operating temperature range meets the demanding requirements for automotive devices
• Fast time-to-market: simple design minimizes design time and development efforts

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