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Privacy PolicyWe designed our Zigbee microcontroller (MCU) products to support low-cost, low-power networks in a wide variety of wireless sensor network applications. You can find them in:
- Battery-free, energy-harvesting wireless light switches
- Alarm sensors that require several years of battery
- High-performance mesh utility networks that support home automation and street lighting
As a Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) member, Microchip is an industry leader of Zigbee solutions. Our software stack is industry proven and certified with the latest Zigbee specification.
Our product portfolio includes FCC-, IC- and RED-certified modules and reference designs which speed up development and ensure that the end product is fully interoperable and reliable.
Our portfolio of Zigbee modules and SoCs offers robust performance and a rich peripheral set. It is backed by our comprehensive development ecosystem and all our Zigbee products have achieved Zigbee 3.0 certification.
Multi-Protocol MCUs
Arm® Cortex®-Based 32-bit MCU Family With Zigbee and Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
Our feature-rich PIC32CX-BZ2 and WBZ451 wireless Cortex-M4-based MCUs come with integrated Bluetooth LE 5.2, Zigbee and premium analog performance.
Zigbee MCUs
Arm® Cortex®-Based 32-bit MCU With 2.4-GHz 802.15.4 Transceiver
With a link budget of 103 dB, our SAM R21 family offers excellent RF performance plus low power consumption and a rich set of peripherals.
Benefits of Zigbee
One of Zigbee’s biggest benefits is its mesh networking architecture. Mesh networking enables communication between hundreds of nodes without needing to be directly connected.
Its self-healing property enables robust routing among the connected nodes, allowing the network to span a very large area. The nodes can communicate with each other without being in direct wireless range.
In addition to mesh capabilities, Zigbee is known for its low power consumption, low cost and ease of use.
Because Zigbee devices are designed to use very low power, they are well suited for use in coin cell-powered devices and limited-power applications. Zigbee networks are easy to set up using a simple and straightforward command set. Don’t be fooled by its simplicity—Zigbee uses advanced encryption to ensure secure communication between devices.
These characteristics make Zigbee a great option for many types of applications including smart home systems, industrial automation systems and medical devices. Zigbee Green Power Devices offer further capabilities when used in energy harvesting solutions.
Zigbee’s low power consumption and mesh architecture make it a great option for industrial and consumer IoT applications.
Lighting
- Interior controls (switches and dimmers)
- Holiday lighting
- Landscape lighting
Industrial Equipment
- Handheld equipment
- Pump and motor connectivity
- Meters
- Solar farms
- Electric Vehicle (EV) chargers
Home Automation
- Window, door, motion and temperature sensors
- System control and user interface panels
- Pool and spa controls
Building Systems
- Compressor groups
- Condensers
- Walk-in coolers
- HVAC units
Getting Started
We Have All the Tools Needed to Jumpstart Your Project
Our comprehensive selection of tools and accessible support makes wireless product development easy. Our resources include:
- Modules, SoCs and other devices
- Development boards
- Detailed documentation
- Demo applications
- Design check service
- Technical support
- Development Tools
- Technical Resources
WBZ451 Curiosity Development Board
Part Number: EV96B94A
- Bluetooth LE and Zigbee-enabled RF module
- Preconfigured with a multi-protocol demo
- mikroBUS™ socket to attach sensors and add-on boards
- USB or Li-Po battery powered
SAM R21 Xplained Pro Evaluation Kit
Part Number: ATSAMR21-XPRO
- Platform for evaluating the ATSAMR21G18A MCU
- On-board debugger requires no external tools
- Supports extension kits to expand your design
- Supported by Microchip Studio IDP
Get your application up and running in no time when you use these tools and examples as a starting point to develop your solution.
Packet Analysis Tool
This application note provides details about how to configure and use supported sniffing tools.
Smart Thermostat
Build a smart thermostat that operates Zigbee and Bluetooth LE simultaneously.
Smart Garage Door
Learn how to create a create a garage door opener using several wireless technologies.
Multi-Sensor Demo
Build a sensor application that collects and reports data, such as reading and displaying the temperature.
