NRF24L01+PA+LNA Wireless Module with Antenna | 2.4GHz Long Range RF Transceiver
The NRF24L01+PA+LNA Wireless Module with Antenna is a 2.4GHz long-range wireless RF transceiver designed for reliable two-way data communication between microcontrollers and embedded systems. It is an upgraded version of the standard NRF24L01 module, featuring a Power Amplifier (PA) and Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) to improve transmission power and receiver performance.
Based on the Nordic nRF24L01+ transceiver, the module communicates with Arduino, ESP32, STM32, Raspberry Pi and other microcontrollers through an SPI interface. The nRF24L01+ supports GFSK modulation and selectable air data rates of 250kbps, 1Mbps and 2Mbps.
The PA section increases RF transmit power, while the LNA helps amplify weak received signals. Many PA+LNA modules specify up to approximately +20dBm RF output power and advertise communication distances around 1km or more under suitable line-of-sight conditions. Actual performance will vary according to the antenna, environment, interference, data rate and power supply.
This module is an excellent choice for Arduino wireless communication, remote control systems, wireless sensor networks, robotics, IoT prototypes, telemetry, home automation and DIY electronics projects.
Why Choose NRF24L01+PA+LNA?
- 2.4GHz wireless communication
- Integrated PA + LNA for extended-range applications
- External SMA antenna
- SPI interface for easy microcontroller integration
- Supports 250kbps, 1Mbps and 2Mbps
- Suitable for Arduino and other microcontroller projects
- Supports bidirectional wireless data communication
- Useful for wireless sensor networks and robotics
- Low-cost solution for DIY wireless projects
Specifications:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Module | NRF24L01+PA+LNA |
| Main IC | nRF24L01+ |
| Wireless Frequency | 2.4GHz ISM |
| Frequency Range | Approximately 2.400–2.525GHz depending on module implementation |
| Modulation | GFSK |
| Data Rate | 250kbps / 1Mbps / 2Mbps |
| RF Output Power | Up to approximately +20dBm on typical PA+LNA versions |
| Interface | SPI |
| Antenna | External SMA antenna |
| PA | Power Amplifier |
| LNA | Low Noise Amplifier |
| Receiver Sensitivity | Around -95dBm is commonly specified at 1Mbps |
| Communication | Half-duplex wireless data communication |
| Supply | Typically 3.3V |
| TX Current | Approximately 115mA on common +20dBm modules |
| RX Current | Approximately 45mA on common modules |
| Application | Arduino, ESP32, STM32, Raspberry Pi, IoT, robotics |
| Antenna Connector | SMA |
Typical PA+LNA module specifications include +20dBm maximum output, around -95dBm sensitivity, 250kbps/1Mbps/2Mbps data rates and external SMA antenna connectivity.
Important: Specifications can vary between manufacturers and module revisions, so verify the exact hardware batch before publishing fixed current, sensitivity, range or voltage figures as guaranteed specifications.
Pin Configuration:
| Pin | Function |
|---|---|
| VCC | 3.3V Power |
| GND | Ground |
| CE | Chip Enable |
| CSN | SPI Chip Select |
| SCK | SPI Clock |
| MOSI | SPI Master Out Slave In |
| MISO | SPI Master In Slave Out |
| IRQ | Interrupt Request |