Raytac’s Impact on the Zephyr Ecosystem – Little Module, Huge Potential

In this article, Stanley Huang, MSc, Deputy Manager of Firmware Development at Raytac, shares insights on how Raytac’s modules and development kits strengthen the Zephyr ecosystem.

[Stanley Huang, New Taipei City]
When we talk about open-source platforms like Zephyr RTOS, most people immediately think of major chip manufacturers such as ST Micro, NXP, or Nordic. But to me, what truly makes Zephyr famous amongst the developer community is through modules that developers can actually touch: those they can instantly plug in and start using right away. In these terms, Raytac is one of the most underrated and important contributors in this ecosystem.

Raytac Modules Make Zephyr More Accessible
Instead of being a chip vendor, we specialize in producing high-quality, globally certified modules – especially Bluetooth and Wi-Fi modules based on Nordic chipsets, such as the AN7002Q, AN54LQ, AN54LV, MDBT53, MDBT50Q, and MDBT42Q.
All these modules are already certified with Regional RF compliances(FCC, IC, CE, KC, etc.) and the latest Bluetooth Specifications, offering developers the assurance of “plug and play” and “production-ready” solutions.
We assure that our modules have become one of the easiest platforms for Zephyr developers to test BLE functionality.

I paired Zephyr with Raytac’s MDBT50Q-DB-40 development board when I first applied Zephyr in a BLE Peripheral project . With a simple west build -b nrf52840dk_nrf52840 followed by flashing the firmware using J-Link or nRF Connect for Desktop, the BLE beacon immediately showed up on my phone. Clean, simple, noise-free, and developer-friendly – that’s Raytac’s style.

Modules play an invaluable role in product development
Many would say Raytac only makes modules and the real core is still Nordic’s SoC.
But I believe that in an open-source system like Zephyr, the hardware that helps your project runs first is that which contributes the most.
Our Zephyr-registered development kits eliminate the hassles of manual soldering, regulatory certification, and antenna design, allowing engineers to fully focus on developing applications based on Zephyr.
They can run Zephyr’s BLE peripheral, central, GATT, and HCI samples directly on the Raytac kits that act as a one-stop hardware solution.
In many ways, Raytac has pushed Zephyr’s usability a significant step forward.

Raytac Also Expands Zephyr’s Application Horizon
Many of Raytac’s modules are ultra-compact- ideal for wearables, smart sensors, and low-power beacons…etc. These are the scenarios where Zephyr excels, and Raytac’s modules provide the physical platform to enable companies to build their “dream devices".
When running Zephyr on a tiny module like the AN54LV-15(Product Link), developers will be amazed that something smaller than a piece of corn kernel can run a full RTOS, manage the BLE stack, trigger timers, drive I2C sensors, and even connect to the cloud, all by itself.  This combination doesn’t just make development easier – it inspires developers to realize that: “they can build their projects using Raytac’s hardware.”

Raytac may not be the star, but we’re always ready for you
On Zephyr’s main stage, companies like Nordic, STM, and Intel take the spotlight, but Raytac plays an essential supporting role – supporting the performance from behind the scenes. We offer stable, high quality, and low-power platforms, giving every line of Zephyr code a place to run and every feature a cornerstone.
Our greatest value lies in helping developers skip antenna design and RF interference concerns – so they can jump right into the Zephyr ecosystem with ease.

Our products deliver the reliability you need and the efficiency you expect.

We invite you to explore more about how Raytac supports the Zephyr ecosystem and discover our range of development kits and modules designed for seamless integration.
Visit our Zephyr page here: https://docs.zephyrproject.org/latest/boards/raytac/index.html
Visit Zephyr’s Ecosystem Vendors page: https://www.zephyrproject.org/ecosystem-vendor-offerings/

For more information, please contact:
Raytac Contact Form: https://www.raytac.com/contact/
Raytac Sales email: sales@raytac.com
abietec Service email: service@abietec.com



Article by Firmware Deputy Manager: Stanley Huang
Edited by Business Development Manager: Tony Yin

Raytac Corporation 勁達國際電子股份有限公司 / Raytac Corporation (USA) / abietec Inc.
A Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and LoRa Module Maker/ODM & OEM Manufacturer based on
Nordic nRF54; nRF53: nRF52; nRF51; nRF7002
Semtech Specification: SX1262

Bluetooth Specification: BT6 ; BT5.4 ; BT5.3 ; BT5.2.
Wi-Fi Specification: Wi-Fi 6
LoRa Specification: LoRaWAN


All products are FCC/IC/CE/Telec/KC/RCM/SRRC/NCC/WPC/RoHS/Reach Pre-Certified.
http://www.raytac.com
https://www.raytac.com/contact/
email: sales@raytac.com
Tel: +886-2-3234-0208(TW)/+1-626-217-3139(USA)

Nordic’s nRF54L15/L10/L05 BLE Modules from Raytac now in Mass Production

Raytac AN54LQ series Modules: Guiding Your Project at Every Turn, While Saving Power at Every Step

[28/07/2025, New Taipei, Taiwan]
We are proud to officially announce Mass Production (MP) for Raytac’s next-gen Nordic-based Bluetooth LE modules:

Just like traffic lights that direct every journey safely and efficiently, Raytac’s nRF54L series modules guide your wireless development—keeping you on the right path with cutting-edge performance and exceptional power savings.

🚦 Each light signals a different member of the nRF54L15 / nRF54L10 / nRF54L05 module family—showcasing a clear path for your Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) applications, no matter which industry you’re from and where you’re headed.

These modules are now available for your design-in, offering:
✅ Powerful performance
✅ Ultra-low power consumption
✅ Compact footprints
✅ Full Global certifications: FCC/IC/CE/UKCA/Telec/KC/NCC/SRRC/RCM/WPC
✅ BT 6.0 certified
✅ Full Nordic nRF54 Series compatibility
✅ Pin-to-pin compatible amongst AN54LQ series

Whether you’re building for consumer IoT, industrial sensors, healthcare, or wearables—Raytac’s modules deliver the reliability you need and the efficiency you expect.

For more information, please contact:
Raytac Contact Form: https://www.raytac.com/contact/
Raytac Sales email: sales@raytac.com
abietec Service email: service@abietec.com


Edited by Business Development Manager: Tony Yin


Raytac Corporation 勁達國際電子股份有限公司 / Raytac Corporation (USA) / abietec Inc.
A Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and LoRa Module Maker/ODM & OEM Manufacturer based on
Nordic nRF54; nRF53: nRF52; nRF51; nRF7002
Semtech Specification: SX1262

Bluetooth Specification: BT6 ; BT5.4 ; BT5.3 ; BT5.2.
Wi-Fi Specification: Wi-Fi 6
LoRa Specification: LoRaWAN


All products are FCC/IC/CE/Telec/KC/RCM/SRRC/NCC/WPC/RoHS/Reach Pre-Certified.
http://www.raytac.com
https://www.raytac.com/contact/
email: sales@raytac.com
Tel: +886-2-3234-0208(TW)/+1-626-217-3139(USA)

Join Raytac at “Embedded World 2025″ – Experience Innovation at Our Booth!

Dear Valued Attendees,

We are thrilled to announce that Raytac Corporation will be participating in Embedded World 2025 from March 11 to March 13, 2025, at the Nuremberg Exhibition Centre in Germany.

IoT and Wireless technologies such as Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Wi-Fi, and LoRa…etc. continue to reshape industries worldwide, that’s why Raytac is at the forefront, providing cutting-edge solutions that accelerate product development.
Together with our partner, Nordic Semiconductor, we offer a comprehensive range of modules designed to meet the increasing demands of today’s connected world.

This year, we have exciting innovations to showcase:

These are just a few of the groundbreaking solutions we’ll be unveiling. You won’t want to miss the chance to experience these with us!

What to Expect at Our Booth:

  • Live demonstrations showing how Raytac’s modules can be implemented in multiple industries.
  • Discover how our modules can reduce development time and costs, making your projects more efficient.
  • One-on-one consultations with our experts to help you find the right solutions for your needs.

Stop by and visit us at:
HALL 3
Booth 3-111
M2M Area


We would love to connect with you and discuss how Raytac can support your next project. Whether you’re an engineer, developer, or business decision-maker, we have something for everyone at Embedded World 2025.

For more details and a sneak peek of what we have in store, don’t forget to check out:
1. Our website: http://www.raytac.com
2. Our LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raytac/
3. Our WordPress Blog: https://raytac.blog/

We can’t wait to see you at the event and look forward to the opportunity to collaborate with you!


Edited by Account Manager: Ms. Dana Liu

Raytac Corporation 勁達國際電子股份有限公司
A Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and LoRa Module Maker based on
Nordic nRF54; nRF53: nRF52; nRF51; nRF7002
Semtech: SX1262


Bluetooth Specification: BT6 ; BT5.4 ; BT5.3 ; BT5.2.
Wi-Fi Specification: Wi-Fi 6
LoRa Specification: LoRaWAN


All products are FCC/IC/CE/Telec/KC/RCM/SRRC/NCC/WPC Pre-Certified.
http://www.raytac.com
email: sales@raytac.com
Tel: +886-2-3234-0208

Raytac announces release of AN54H20 Series Module based on Nordic’s nRF54H20 chip solution

Raytac Corporation, a Nordic-recommended third-party module manufacturer based in Taiwan, today announces the upcoming release of the AN54H20 modules, which are built on the base of Nordic’s nRF54H20 SoC.

The AN54H20 module comes in a 9.8 x 13.8 x 1.8mm (0.37 by 0.53 by 0.07 inches) dimension factor and offers 3 versions of high-performance antennas, including ceramic chip antenna, PCB-mounted antenna, and uFL connector for external antenna. Output power is adjustable up to +10 dBm and data rate is adjustable up to 4Mbps to maximize RF performance.

Powered by multiple processors, AN54H20 modules provide the IoT field with access to a whole set of improved features, including 2MB flash memory/1MB RAM and bigger processing power for more complicated computations.  It also enhances protection against security threats, providing developers with protection while building technologically advanced IoT applications.

Hardware wise, AN54H20 inherits nRF54H20’s set of versatile, advanced, and low-power peripherals alongside DMA support, including high-speed USB, CAN-FD controller, 14-bit ADC, 2 x I3C and plenty more.  What’s more revolutionary is that AN54H20 brings power efficiency to a whole new level through accurately controlling currency consumptions under various modes, allowing smaller batteries to be implemented in the applications while increasing its life expectancy.

“We see the AN54H20 series as a potential market changer.  The compact size gives developers a seamless switch from the previous generation modules to AN54H20, and the remarkable power efficiency and characteristics AN54H20 brings will offer a magnificent effect to the inescapable hot trend of IoT and other various industries." – Lyon Liu, President of Raytac Corporation.

Product link: https://www.raytac.com/product/index.php?index_m1_id=81&index_m2_id=102

Features

 – Compact size: 9.8 mm x 13.8 mm x 1.8 mm (0.37″ x 0.53″ x 0.07″)

 – Ceramic chip, PCB, and u.FL connector variations available

 – 64 GPIOs

 – Dual Arm Cortex-M33 processors

 – Dual RISC-V co-processors

 – Flash memory: 2 MB and RAM: 1 MB

 – Max TX power: +10dBm

 – Max data rate: 4Mbps

 – Enhanced security features

 – Outstanding power efficiency

 – Advanced and expanded peripherals available 

– Highly flexible multiprotocol, ideal for Bluetooth Low Energy, LE Audio(Auracast), Bluetooth mesh, Thread, ANT+, Zigbee, and Matter applications

 – Pre-certified with multiple global regulations & Bluetooth qualification

 – RoHS-/REACH-compliant

Samples of AN54H20 will be available in Q3 2024, please subscribe to Raytac’s WordPress blog:

https://raytac.blog

For more upcoming information.

Welcome to send an inquiry to: service@raytac.com for further discussions.



Edited by Sales Manager: Mr. Tony Yin




Raytac Corporation 勁達國際電子股份有限公司 
Bluetooth & WiFi module maker based on Nordic nRF54, nRF53, nRF52, nRF7002 solution
BT5.4 &BT5.3 & BT5.2 & BT5.1 Qualified, FCC/IC/CE/Telec/KC/RCM/SRRC/NCC Pre-Certified.

Bluetooth Solution: nRF54, nRF5340, nRF52840, nRF52833, nRF52832, nRF52820, nRF52811, nRF52810, nRF52805, nRF51822

WiFi Solution: nRF7002
http://www.raytac.com
email: service@raytac.com
Tel: +886.2.3234.0208

Raytac Corporation at the “Embedded World 2024″

Dear Esteemed Participants,

Raytac Corporation is excited to extend our warm welcome to you once again at Embedded World 2024, scheduled to be held from April/9/2024 to April/11/2024 at the Nuremberg Exhibition Centre, Germany.

As IoT and Bluetooth Low Energy gain momentum, they emerge as essential catalysts for future development. Following Nordic Semiconductor’s lead in wireless technology, Raytac remains committed to releasing a wide range of modules to meet developers’ needs.

This year, we’re also introducing Wi-Fi modules AN 7002 alongside the nRF 7002 and nRF 54 series modules, so stay tuned for what’s to come.

Based on your requirements, we will showcase more applications of modules at the exhibition, as well as demonstrate how Raytac Corporation can save your time and expenses during the development stage and overall costs.


Raytac Corporation is delighted to invite you joining our team at:

HALL 3
Booth 3-111
M2M Area


To be a part of this dynamic convergence of ideas, innovations, and opportunities.



For more information and details into Raytac Corporation at embedded world 2024 can now be found in the preview of our digital event platform from following link:

https://www.talque.com/app#/mobile/ngx/org/wQD0JF2hF4nPuB9bezaD/vendor-detail/exibitor/MF2BLg9stimJBHyL7l6C

We eagerly anticipate your participation at the Embedded World Exhibition and the invaluable contributions you will bring to this vibrant gathering.

See you at the exhibition!



Best regards,

Edited by Sales Manager: Ms. Mandy Chao

Raytac Corporation 勁達國際電子股份有限公司

Bluetooth & WiFi module maker based on Nordic nRF54, nRF53, nRF52, nRF7002 solution

BT5.4 &BT5.3 & BT5.2 & BT5.1 Qualified, FCC/IC/CE/Telec/KC/RCM/SRRC/NCC Pre-Certified. Bluetooth Solution: nRF54, nRF5340, nRF52840, nRF52833, nRF52832, nRF52820, nRF52811, nRF52810, nRF52805, nRF51822 WiFi Solution: nRF7002

http://www.raytac.com

email:service@raytac.com

Tel: +886.2.3234.0208

Optimizing functionality on nRF52 – Introducing Raytac bluetooth module with enabled Access Port Protection

Definition of Approtect (Access Port Protection):

In Nordic Semiconductor products, the enhanced APprotect feature has been integrated into the nRF52 series microcontrollers. APprotect (Access Port Protection) is a crucial security feature designed to safeguard the device’s application, compiled code, with read-back protection mechanism, against unauthorized access and modifications. This protection is essential for preventing unauthorized access and software tampering.

Effectively leveraging the improved Approtect feature on nRF52 series microcontrollers to enhance device application security and reliability is a significant concern for current developers and engineers.

This year, Raytac Corporation has launched low-energy Bluetooth modules for the third edition IC nRF52840 APprotection Solution and nRF52832 APprotection Solution.

These modules not only retain the functionalities of the original nRF52840 and nRF52832 low-energy Bluetooth modules but also comprehensively upgrade security by adding the APprotect feature to prevent hackers from accessing and rewriting programs without authorization.

Here is a detailed explanation of the nRF52 third edition low-energy Bluetooth modules by Raytac Corporation:

  • Raytac Corporation APProtection Bluetooth Module Series:

The encoding principle is to use ‘EN’ after the original model number to represent ‘encrypted’ instead of ‘V2’.

For example, in the nRF52840 series, the Raytac model MDBT50Q-1MV2 has “V2″ replaced with “EN" for the third edition, hence the third edition model is named MDBT50Q-1MEN.

MDBT50Q Ceramic Antenna Series:

MDBT50Q-1MEN :
Equipped with a ceramic antenna module suitable for long-distance or complex environment wireless transmission.

MDBT50Q-P PCB Antenna Series:

MDBT50Q-P1MEN:
Equipped with a PCB antenna module suitable for general environment wireless transmission.


Designed for external antenna requirements,

MDBT50Q-U1MEN:

This module features a u.FL connector for external antenna use, suitable for ultra-long-distance wireless transmission.


Specification:
[nRF52840] MDBT50Q-1MEN & MDBT50Q-P1MEN Spec (Ver.A)
[nRF52840] MDBT50Q-U1MEN Spec (Ver.A)


Development Board:

MDBT50Q-DB : An excellent choice for those who want to delve deeper into and conduct more tests with the Nordic nRF52840. This development and debugging board based on the MDBT50Q-1MV2 (ceramic antenna) module has all GPIOs of the module pulled out, facilitating rapid connection to other devices for firmware development and verification using jumper wires.


The same encoding principle applies to the nRF52832 series, and the MDBT42Q series follows suit.



MDBT42Q Ceramic Antenna Series:

MDBT42Q-512KEN comes with a ceramic antenna module, suitable for long-distance or complex environment wireless transmissions.

MDBT42Q-P PCB Antenna Series:

MDBT42Q-P512KEN  features a PCB antenna module, suitable for general environment wireless transmissions.

MDBT42Q-U512KEN , designed for external antenna requirements, comes with a u.FL connector module suitable for ultra-long-distance wireless transmissions.



Specification:
[nRF52832] MDBT42Q-512KEN & MDBT42Q-P512KEN Spec (Ver.A)
[nRF52832] MDBT42Q-U512KEN Spec (Ver.A)


Development Board:

MDBT42Q-DB development board is based on the MDBT42Q-512KV2 (ceramic antenna) module and is designed for development and debugging purposes.


Other Reference Links:

Nordic 3rd Party Modules/Modems(Raytac’s modules are all qualified Nordic 3rd Party Bluetooth low energy module, please go following website for more detailed information.)

  • Module Appearance: The third edition features an additional black dot in the bottom left corner of the metal shell for easy identification of its purpose.
  • While the device with readback protection enabled, issuing ERASEALL command is a must and the only method to unlock the device before proceeding with programming.

  • It is recommended to use nRF_SDK v17.1.0 or later versions to write code for the third edition.

Credit to Nordic Infocenter website :https://infocenter.nordicsemi.com/topic/comp_matrix_nrf52840/COMP/nrf52840/nRF52840_ic_rev_sdk_sd_comp_matrix.html

Credit to Nordic Infocenter website:
https://infocenter.nordicsemi.com/topic/comp_matrix_nrf52832/COMP/nrf52832/ic_rev_sdk_sd_comp_matrix.html


  • For further clarity on the differences between the second edition IC Bluetooth modules and the third edition IC Bluetooth modules, the following table and links are provided for reference:
Nordic nRF52840
* Supporting BT5 Long Range Feature
* Built in USB interface
Raytac nRF52840 module spectrum covers MDBT50Q-1MV2, MDBT50Q-P1MV2 and MDBT50Q-U1MV2 series with Chip Antenna, PCB Antenna and u.FL connector for External Antenna option for selection.
MDBT50Q-1MV2MDBT50Q-1MENMDBT50Q-P1MV2MDBT50Q-P1MENMDBT50Q-U1MV2MDBT50Q-U1MEN









* BT5.4 & BT5.2 & BT5.1 & BT5 Bluetooth Specification Certified.
32-bit ARM® Cortex™ M4F CPU
Chip AntennaPCB Antennau.FL connector for external antenna
Dimension: 10.5 x 15.5 x 2.05 mmDimension: 10.5 x 15.5 x 2.0 mmDimension: 10.5 x 15.5 x 2.05 mm
GPIO 48
1MB Flash  256kB RAM
Nordic nRF52840 V2 SoC Solution*Nordic nRF52840 V3 SoC SolutionNordic nRF52840 V2 SoC Solution*Nordic nRF52840 V3 SoC SolutionNordic nRF52840 V2 SoC Solution*Nordic nRF52840 V3 SoC Solution
 *Supports APProtect (Access Port Protection) Features * Supports APProtect (Access Port Protection) Features * Supports APProtect (Access Port Protection) Features
 *Recommend developing or recompiling the codes with nRF SDK v17.1.0 or latter version to have compatibility with this module *Recommend developing or recompiling the codes with nRF SDK v17.1.0 or latter version to have compatibility with this module *Recommend developing or recompiling the codes with nRF SDK v17.1.0 or latter version to have compatibility with this module
Nordic nRF52832
Raytac nRF52832 module spectrum covers MDBT42Q, MDBT42 and MDBT42V series with both Chip Antenna and PCB Antenna option for selection.
MDBT42Q-512KV2MDBT42Q-512KENMDBT42Q-P512KV2MDBT42Q-P512KENMDBT42Q-U512KV2MDBT42Q-U512KEN










BT5.4 & BT5.2 & BT5.1 & BT5 Bluetooth Specification Certified.
32-bit ARM® Cortex™ M4F CPU
Chip AntennaPCB Antennau.FL connector for external antenna
Dimension: 10 x 16 x 2.2 mm
GPIO 32
512kB Flash 64kB RAM
Nordic nRF52832 V2 SoC Solution*Nordic nRF52832 V3 SoC SolutionNordic nRF52832 V2 SoC Solution*Nordic nRF52832 V3 SoC SolutionNordic nRF52832 V2 SoC Solution*Nordic nRF52832 V3 SoC Solution
 *Supports APProtect (Access Port Protection) Features *Supports APProtect (Access Port Protection) Features *Supports APProtect (Access Port Protection) Features
 *Recommend developing or recompiling the codes with nRF SDK v17.1.0 or latter version to have compatibility with this module *Recommend developing or recompiling the codes with nRF SDK v17.1.0 or latter version to have compatibility with this module *Recommend developing or recompiling the codes with nRF SDK v17.1.0 or latter version to have compatibility with this module

Edited by Sales Manager: Ms. Mandy Chao

Raytac Corporation 勁達國際電子股份有限公司
Bluetooth & WiFi module maker based on Nordic nRF54, nRF53, nRF52, nRF7002 solution
BT5.4 &BT5.3 & BT5.2 & BT5.1 Qualified, FCC/IC/CE/Telec/KC/RCM/SRRC/NCC Pre-Certified. Bluetooth Solution: nRF54, nRF5340, nRF52840, nRF52833, nRF52832, nRF52820, nRF52811, nRF52810, nRF52805, nRF51822 WiFi Solution: nRF7002
www.raytac.com
email:service@raytac.com
Tel: +886.2.3234.0208

Matter, New Era of Connection, Introduction & Certification

Matter aims to build a universal IPv6-based communication protocol to make it easier for smart home devices to communicate with each other. The protocol defines the application layer that will be deployed on devices as well as the different link layers to help maintain interoperability. Matter protocol built from the best pieces of existing trustworthy protocols, including Google Weave, Apple HomeKit, and Zigbee.

Matter is using Thread, Wi-Fi, and Ethernet for transport and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) for device commissioning to support a host of smart home devices. Any smart home gadgets you have that use these technologies should be able to be bridged into Matter.

Overall, Matter 1.0 simplifies the process of connecting smart home devices and enables seamless communication between them, regardless of their brand or manufacturer.

Matter 1.0 specs already support a variety of common smart home products, including lighting and electrical, HVAC controls, window coverings and shades, safety and security sensors, door locks, media devices including TVs, controllers as both devices and applications, and bridges. Support for security cameras, smart speakers, home appliances and robotic vacuums is already planned for subsequent versions of Matter. With the ecosystem expansion, new use cases and applications are expected to emerge.

Certification Process

Matter Testing

 

The Matter 1.0 standard launches with test cases and comprehensive test tools for Alliance members and a global certification program including nine authorized test labs who are primed to test not only Matter, but also Matter’s underlying network technologies, Wi-Fi and Thread. Wi-Fi enables Matter devices to interact over a high-bandwidth local network and allows smart home devices to communicate with the cloud. Thread provides an energy efficient and highly reliable mesh network within the home.

Authorized Testing Providers

Edited by Sales Manager: Mr. Neo Hsu

Raytac Corporation 勁達國際電子有限公司
A BT5.2 & BT5.1 & BT5 module maker based on Nordic nRF53 & nRF52 solution 
(nRF5340 & nRF52840 & nRF52833 & nRF52832 & nRF52820 & nRF52811 & nRF52810 & nRF52805)
www.raytac.com email: service@raytac.com Tel: +886.2.3234.0208