--- product_id: 684683984 title: "MDBT50Q-CX Nordic nRF52840 Dongle Development Kit for Bluetooth Zigbee Thread (USB Type C/Open Bootloader Pre-Loaded) BT5.4 FCC IC CE Pre-Certified" brand: "raytac" price: "Β£10.43" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 4 category: "Raytac" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/684683984-mdbt50q-cx-nordic-nrf52840-dongle-development-kit-for-bluetooth-zigbee store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # USB Type-C Interface 1MB Flash + 256kB RAM Bluetooth 5.4 & Multi-protocol MDBT50Q-CX Nordic nRF52840 Dongle Development Kit for Bluetooth Zigbee Thread (USB Type C/Open Bootloader Pre-Loaded) BT5.4 FCC IC CE Pre-Certified **Brand:** raytac **Price:** Β£10.43 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸš€ Unlock your IoT potential with the ultimate Bluetooth 5.4 dev dongle! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** MDBT50Q-CX Nordic nRF52840 Dongle Development Kit for Bluetooth Zigbee Thread (USB Type C/Open Bootloader Pre-Loaded) BT5.4 FCC IC CE Pre-Certified by raytac - **How much does it cost?** Β£10.43 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/684683984-mdbt50q-cx-nordic-nrf52840-dongle-development-kit-for-bluetooth-zigbee) ## Best For - raytac enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted raytac brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Certified & Ready:** FCC, IC, CE and multiple global certifications ensure reliable, compliant performance. - β€’ **Powerhouse Memory:** 1MB Flash and 256kB RAM for seamless multitasking and firmware flexibility. - β€’ **Compact Yet Mighty:** Ultra-compact 26.2 x 15.1 x 6.8 mm form factor fits effortlessly into any setup. - β€’ **Plug into the Future:** Sleek USB Type-C dongle design for universal compatibility and fast data transfer. - β€’ **Next-Gen Connectivity:** Bluetooth 5.4 plus Zigbee, Thread & ANT+ support to future-proof your IoT projects. ## Overview The MDBT50Q-CX Nordic nRF52840 Dongle is a compact, USB Type-C development kit pre-loaded with an open bootloader, featuring a powerful 32-bit ARM Cortex M4F CPU with 1MB Flash and 256kB RAM. It supports Bluetooth 5.4 and multiple protocols including Zigbee, Thread, and ANT+, making it ideal for advanced IoT and wireless mesh projects. Pre-certified globally (FCC, IC, CE, and more), this dongle is a recommended Nordic Semiconductor third-party module designed for professional developers seeking a versatile, future-proof wireless solution. ## Description Nordic nRF52840 SoC solution dongle Type C USB Interface Open Bootloader pre-loaded Not plug & play but need firmware loaded before used it Find article " User Manual of MDBT50Q-CX (nRF52840/nRF52833-based USB-C Dongle)" for introduction Find article " Transition tips for program from MDBT50Q-RX (USB-A) to MDBT50Q-CX (USB-C) with current NRF52840 project" for transaction. Supports Multimultiprotocol Bluetooth, IEEE 802.15.4, Thread, Zigbee, ANT+ & 2.4Ghz RF. A recommended 3rd-party module by Nordic Semiconductor. Compact size with 26.2 x 15.1 x 6.8 mm (1.03 x 0.59 x 0.26 in) BT5.4 Bluetooth Specification Certified FCC/IC/CE/Telec/KC/SRRC/NCC/RCM/WPC Pre-certified Module. Review: I was worried at first because it was cheaper but hey, I love it - Super impressed that you know it performs very well. It's easy to install. It's very durable. It was super affordable. It doesn't draw too much heat and I haven't had any point where it was like. Got unstable wattage where it could cause issues I think it's awesome Review: Great Potential, Difficult for Non-Programmers - It take me 2 days to program this usb from scratch and understand the memory so : IYou might get value if you: Are willing to learn embedded programming / firmware building (C/C++, SDKs, flashing tools) and want a cheap entry to IoT / mesh / wireless projects. Are comfortable with occasional hardware tinkering (maybe soldering, debugging with J-Link or SWD) β€” or are willing to get such tools. Intend to run or use community / third-party firmware that’s already built for nRF52840 dongles (e.g. Thread/Zigbee gateways, custom BLE devices), so you don’t need to write code from scratch. ## Features - Nordic nRF52840 Solution Type C Dongle - Open Bootloader pre-loaded for easy firmware development - User Manual of MDBT50Q-CX (nRF52840/nRF52833-based USB-C Dongle) avaiable - Compact size with 26.2 x 15.1 x 6.8 mm (1.03 x 0.59 x 0.26 in) - Supports Zephyr RTOS - 32-bit ARM Cortex M4F CPU with 1MB Flash Memory / 256kB RAM - Bluetooth BT5.4 , FCC/IC/CE/Telec/KC/SRRC/NCC/RCM Pre-certified - A recommended 3rd-party module by Nordic Semiconductor - Deployed Raytac MDBT50Q-P1M Module ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0DP6MVDZQ | | Best Sellers Rank | #259 in Bluetooth Network Adapters | | Brand | Raytac | | Built-In Media | MDBT50Q-CX-40 Dongle | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Desktop, Game Console, Headphone, Keyboard, Laptop, Mouse, Printer, Smartphone, Tablet, Webcam | | Compatible Operating System Family | Windows | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 10 Reviews | | Data Link Protocol | Bluetooth | | Hardware Interface | USB 3.0 Type C | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 1.03"L x 0.59"W x 0.26"H | | Item Weight | 2.99 Grams | | Manufacturer | Raytac Corporation | | Mfr Part Number | MDBT50Q-P512K | | Minimum Required Operating System Version | Mac OS 12 Monterey, Ubuntu 20.04 Focal Fossa, Windows 10 | | Model Number | MDBT50Q-512K | | Product Dimensions | 1.03"L x 0.59"W x 0.26"H | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Raytac - **Color:** Black - **Compatible Devices:** Desktop, Game Console, Headphone, Keyboard, Laptop, Mouse, Printer, Smartphone, Tablet, Webcam - **Compatible Operating System Family:** Windows - **Data Link Protocol:** Bluetooth - **Hardware Interface:** USB 3.0 Type C - **Item Weight:** 2.99 Grams - **Manufacturer:** Raytac Corporation - **Minimum Required Operating System Version:** Mac OS 12 Monterey, Ubuntu 20.04 Focal Fossa, Windows 10 - **Product Dimensions:** 1.03"L x 0.59"W x 0.26"H ## Images ![MDBT50Q-CX Nordic nRF52840 Dongle Development Kit for Bluetooth Zigbee Thread (USB Type C/Open Bootloader Pre-Loaded) BT5.4 FCC IC CE Pre-Certified - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61CSNg-fDoL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I was worried at first because it was cheaper but hey, I love it *by S***A on March 22, 2026* Super impressed that you know it performs very well. It's easy to install. It's very durable. It was super affordable. It doesn't draw too much heat and I haven't had any point where it was like. Got unstable wattage where it could cause issues I think it's awesome ### ⭐⭐⭐ Great Potential, Difficult for Non-Programmers *by Y***H on December 5, 2025* It take me 2 days to program this usb from scratch and understand the memory so : IYou might get value if you: Are willing to learn embedded programming / firmware building (C/C++, SDKs, flashing tools) and want a cheap entry to IoT / mesh / wireless projects. Are comfortable with occasional hardware tinkering (maybe soldering, debugging with J-Link or SWD) β€” or are willing to get such tools. Intend to run or use community / third-party firmware that’s already built for nRF52840 dongles (e.g. Thread/Zigbee gateways, custom BLE devices), so you don’t need to write code from scratch. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great nRF52840 dongle alernative, requires disabling DCDC to work *by J***F on December 8, 2025* Great alternative to the nRF52840 dongle. Unfortunately the user guide instructions are not up to date with the latest version of nRF Connect but once the DCDC is disabled the device works exactly as expected. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/684683984-mdbt50q-cx-nordic-nrf52840-dongle-development-kit-for-bluetooth-zigbee](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/684683984-mdbt50q-cx-nordic-nrf52840-dongle-development-kit-for-bluetooth-zigbee) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-17*