Product Description

NRF24L01 2.4GHz Wireless Transceiver Module

Name: NRF24L01 2.4GHz 2Mbit/s Wireless Data Transmission RF Transceiver Module Board 1.9-3.6V For Arduino DIY
Brand: HIMASTORES
SKU: HMJ708
Price: 400.00 KES
Availability: OutOfStock

Low-Power RF Communication Module for Arduino

The NRF24L01 is a highly integrated 2.4GHz RF transceiver module designed for wireless data transmission. Featuring 2Mbit/s data rate and ultra-low power consumption, this module provides reliable wireless communication for Arduino, ESP32, and other microcontroller projects.

Operates at 2.4GHz ISM band with 125 channels

Supports 6 data pipes for simultaneous communication

Requires 1.93.6V power supply do not exceed 3.6V

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Value
Supply Voltage	1.9V - 3.6V DC
Frequency Band	2.4GHz ISM
Data Rate	250Kbps / 1Mbps / 2Mbps
Output Power	-18dBm to 0dBm (4 levels)
Receiver Sensitivity	-94dBm (250Kbps)
Communication Range	Up to 100m (open area)
Current (TX)	11.3mA (0dBm output)
Current (RX)	13.5mA
Power Down Mode	900nA
Standby-I Mode	22µA
Interface	SPI (4-pin)
Data Pipes	6 (multi-channel)
Payload Size	1-32 bytes per packet
Operating Temp	-40°C to 85°C
Dimensions	~29mm x 15mm x 4mm
Antenna	PCB trace antenna

= Key Features =

UltraLow Power 900nA power down mode for battery projects

Multiple Data Rates - Selectable 250Kbps, 1Mbps, 2Mbps

Six Data Pipes Multichannel simultaneous reception

Enhanced ShockBurst - Automatic packet handling and retransmission

Wide Voltage Range - 1.9V to 3.6V operation

SPI Interface Simple 4wire connection to any MCU

Onboard Antenna - Integrated PCB antenna for compact design

Automatic CRC Builtin error detection

Frequency Agility - 125 selectable channels

= Applications =

Wireless sensor networks
Remote control systems
Home automation
Wireless data logging
Robotics communication
IoT devices
Wireless gaming controllers
Battery-powered devices
Smart metering

Wiring Guide

NRF24L01 Pin	Arduino Pin	Description
VCC	3.3V	Power Supply
GND	GND	Ground
CE	D9	Chip Enable
CSN	D10	Chip Select
SCK	D13	SPI Clock
MOSI	D11	Master Out Slave In
MISO	D12	Master In Slave Out
IRQ	Not Connected	Interrupt (optional)

> Connect VCC to 3.3V only - 5V will damage the module

Use external 3.3V regulator for stable power supply

Add 10µF and 0.1µF capacitors near module for power stability

Arduino Test Code

#include

RF24 radio(9, 10);

const byte address[6] = "00001";

void setup() {

Serial.begin(115200);

radio.begin();

radio.openWritingPipe(address);

radio.setPALevel(RF24PAMIN);

radio.stopListening();

}

void loop() {

const char text[] = "Hello World";

radio.write(&text, sizeof(text));

delay(1000);

}

Quick Setup Guide

Connect VCC to 3.3V power supply
Connect GND to common ground
Connect SPI and control pins to Arduino
Install RF24 library via Library Manager
Upload transmitter code to first module
Upload receiver code to second module
Open Serial Monitor to view communication

For reliable communication, use external power supply

Increase PA level for longer range

Both modules must be on same channel and address

Power Consumption by Mode

Mode	Current
TX Mode (0dBm)	11.3mA
TX Mode (-6dBm)	9.0mA
TX Mode (-12dBm)	7.5mA
TX Mode (-18dBm)	7.0mA
RX Mode	13.5mA
Standby-I	22µA
Standby-II	1.9µA
Power Down	900nA

> Use power-down mode for battery applications

StandbyII mode for fast wakeup response

Why Choose NRF24L01?

Low power for battery-powered devices

Reliable communication with auto retry

Multiple data rates for flexibility

Six data pipes for multi-node networks

Simple SPI interface

Affordable wireless solution

√ Compatible with Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi

√ No external components required

√ Enhanced ShockBurst for reliable data transfer

√ Easy to set up and use

√ Mature library support

√ Great range for size

Communication Range Guidelines

PA Level	Range (Open Area)	Power Consumption
MIN	~20m	Lowest
LOW	~40m	Low
HIGH	~60m	Medium
MAX	~100m	Highest

> Actual range varies based on environment and obstructions

Use external antenna version for longer range

Metal and concrete reduce effective range

Safety Precautions

Do not exceed 3.6V supply voltage

Ensure correct polarity of power connections

Avoid metal obstruction near antenna

Keep away from moisture

Use ESD protection when handling

Verify SPI pin connections

For 5V microcontrollers, use level shifter for SPI pins

Add 100nF capacitor between VCC and GND near module

Troubleshooting

No communication - Check power supply and wiring

Weak signal - Increase PA level or reduce distance

Packet loss - Check for interference from other 2.4GHz devices

Module not detected - Verify SPI connections and library

Short range - Ensure antenna is not grounded or obstructed

Keep module away from metal surfaces for best reception

What's Included

NRF24L01 2.4GHz Transceiver Module
Pin Header (un-soldered)

The NRF24L01 delivers reliable, low-power wireless communication at an affordable price. Perfect for IoT, sensor networks, and remote control applications.

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