Digi-Key Announces Global Distribution Agreement with SPARK Microsystems

Digi-Key Electronics, the global distributor of the broadest selection of electronic components with the fastest shipping, today announced a global distribution agreement with SPARK Microsystems to provide ultra-low power wireless communication devices for high-performance personal area networks and Internet of Things connected devices.

With its patented technology, SPARK Microsystems brings to market the next generation of ultra-wideband wireless transceivers, enabling customers around the world to create the next generation of wireless products.

Size comparison of the SR1000 UWB IC family from SPARK Microsystems, now available from Digi-Key Electronics, to help customers around the world build the next generation of wireless products.

"We are excited to offer SPARK Microsystems' cutting-edge ultra-wideband technology to our global customer base," said David Stein, vice president of global supplier management at Digi-Key. "We know our customers are the driving force behind the world's innovation. With SPARK Microsystems' game-changing products, they can deliver more flexible, lower latency and more energy-efficient wireless solutions."

“SPARK Microsystems’ distribution partnership with Digi-Key opens up access to SPARK Microsystems products to markets around the world,” said Tom Spade, Chief Revenue Officer at SPARK Microsystems. “Through Digi-Key’s renowned platform, we can reach the global design community, especially in industries such as AR/VR, audio, gaming and IoT sensors.”

The SPARK SR1000 UWB IC family enables next-generation wireless products with features including:

• Data rates up to 10 Mbps at 1.5 nJ/bit

• Unmatched versatility, including 2 mW power consumption at 1 Mbps transmit and receive, dropping to 6 μW at 1 Kbps

• Ultra-short wireless latency (50 µs at 1 Kb)

• 30 cm time-of-flight positioning accuracy

To learn more about SPARK Microsystems and to order the company's product portfolio, visit the Digi-Key website.