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Schematic Review for Custom Board Based on STM32WL Nucleo (MB1389E)

rohithinthingstech
Associate II

I am developing a custom board based on the MB1389E reference design, using the STM32WL55JC microcontroller. I have designed my schematic using KiCad and attached the PDF version for review.

I would appreciate feedback on the following points:

  1. Oscillator Circuit – I have included both the TCXO and XO clock sources. Are my connections and component choices correct for stable operation?
  2. Power Supply & Decoupling – Are the power rails and decoupling capacitors correctly placed to ensure proper power integrity?
  3. RF Section – Since I am working with LoRa, is the RF path correctly designed to minimize losses and interference?
  4. Boot and Debug Connections – Do my NRST, BOOT, and SWD connections comply with best practices for programming and debugging?
  5. General Design Review – Any potential issues or improvements that you notice?

I would be grateful for any insights or recommendations. Thanks in advance!

Attachment: pcb3 test board-LORA.pdf

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rohithinthingstech
Associate II

any update?

 

STTwo-32
ST Employee

Hello @rohithinthingstech 

I'm not a HW Design expert but I may recommend you follow the RF guidelines on this Mooc. Also, you can use the RF matching network design guide for STM32WL Series - Application note and How to optimize the RF board layout for STM32WL5x/Ex MCUs - Application note. A good reference will be also the DB4797 and the reference designs described in this document. Finally, you may want to contact a RF Design expert for review and validation of your Design.

Best Regards.

STTwo-32

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Pavel A.
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