bladeRF 2.0 micro xA9
bladeRF 2.0 micro xA9
Nuand bladeRF 2.0 micro xA9 - 47 MHz to 6 GHz USB 3.0 Software Defined Radio
Unlock professional-grade RF experimentation with the bladeRF 2.0 micro xA9, featuring a massive 301 KLE FPGA and full-duplex 2x2 MIMO capability. Whether you're building custom wireless systems, exploring spectrum analysis, or developing next-gen communication protocols, this SDR delivers. Ships from Bengaluru with full warranty and dedicated technical support from The Tech Depot.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
| Frequency Range | 47 MHz to 6 GHz |
| RF Transceiver | Analog Devices AD9361 (2x2 MIMO, Full Duplex) |
| FPGA | Intel Altera Cyclone V A9 (301 KLE) |
| Bandwidth | Up to 56 MHz |
| Sample Rate | 61.44 MSPS |
| ADC/DAC Resolution | 12-bit |
| Host Interface | USB 3.0 SuperSpeed |
| Frequency Accuracy | VCTCXO with 38.4 MHz reference |
| Power Supply | USB bus powered (5V) |
| Form Factor | Credit-card sized PCB |
Why Choose This?
- Professional-Grade Hardware: The AD9361 transceiver and Cyclone V A9 FPGA deliver performance that rivals SDR platforms costing significantly more, with none of the reliability compromises found in budget alternatives.
- Massive FPGA for Custom DSP: With 301 KLE of programmable logic, the xA9 variant gives you room for complex custom signal processing chains, filters, and protocol implementations directly on the FPGA - no host CPU bottleneck.
- India-Based Support: Purchase with confidence from The Tech Depot in Bengaluru. Get local invoicing, faster delivery across India, and responsive technical support from engineers who understand your projects.
Project Ideas
- Custom LTE/5G Base Station: Use srsRAN or OpenAirInterface to build a fully functional private cellular network for research, IoT deployments, or campus connectivity testing.
- Wideband Spectrum Analyzer: Leverage the 56 MHz bandwidth and GNU Radio to create a real-time spectrum monitoring tool for RF interference hunting and signal intelligence applications.
- MIMO Radar Prototyping: Exploit the 2x2 full-duplex MIMO architecture to develop and test phased-array radar concepts, beamforming algorithms, and direction-of-arrival estimation systems.
What's in the Box
- bladeRF 2.0 micro xA9 SDR board
- USB 3.0 cable
- 2x SMA antenna adapters
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the xA4 and xA9 variants?
The xA9 features the larger Intel Cyclone V A9 FPGA with 301 KLE of programmable logic, compared to 49 KLE on the xA4. This gives you significantly more room for custom FPGA-based signal processing and complex HDL designs.
Is the bladeRF 2.0 micro xA9 compatible with GNU Radio?
Yes. The bladeRF platform has mature GNU Radio support through the gr-osmosdr and SoapySDR interfaces. Nuand also provides the libbladeRF library and bladeRF-cli for direct hardware control.
Can I use this for both transmit and receive simultaneously?
Yes. The bladeRF 2.0 micro xA9 supports full-duplex operation with 2x2 MIMO, allowing simultaneous transmission and reception on independent channels.
What operating systems are supported?
The bladeRF 2.0 micro xA9 is supported on Linux, Windows, and macOS. Linux offers the most comprehensive toolchain support for advanced SDR workflows.
Do I need an external clock reference?
No. The onboard VCTCXO provides a stable 38.4 MHz reference. However, an external 10 MHz reference input is available via SMA for applications requiring higher frequency accuracy or multi-device synchronization.
Does The Tech Depot provide a warranty on this product?
Yes. Every bladeRF 2.0 micro xA9 purchased from The Tech Depot ships from Bengaluru with a manufacturer-backed warranty and dedicated post-sale technical support for your projects.
Buy bladeRF 2.0 micro xA9 Online in India
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