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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.
Zigbee MCU Product Portfolio
Our Zigbee modules and SoCs feature a 64-MHz, Arm® Cortex®-based M4F core backed by our comprehensive development ecosystem. They support multiple wireless protocols including Zigbee 3.0 and are available in a selection of memory and packages. Click or tap on any colored box to see more information about that product or use the parametric table to browse all Zigbee MCUs.
Robust Performance
Our PIC32CX-BZ and WBZ family is built to thrive in tough environments. These devices are temperature tolerant and provide stable RF performance regardless of the conditions.
Advanced Peripherals
With up to 29 GPIOs, it is easy to add features that set your application apart. This MCU family supports a rich set of peripherals including capacitive touch, ADC and DAC.
Layered Security
We keep your designs secure through multiple layers of protection inclduing secure boot, which prevents your device from being taken over by unauthorized software.
Product Selection
In addition to SoCs, we design and build our own RF-ready modules. If you want more customization, we provide chip-down reference design packages for building your own module.
Simple Prototyping
Use drag-and-drop auto code generation, virtual sniffers and a large library of application examples to prototype your wireless application in seconds.
Getting Started
We Have All the Tools Needed to Jumpstart Your Project
Our comprehensive selection of tools and accessible support makes Zigbee product development easy. Our resources include:
- Modules, SoCs and other devices
- Development boards
- Detailed documentation
- Demo applications
- Design check service
- Technical support
- Development Tools
- Application Examples
- Additional Resources
Development Tools
PIC32CX-BZ2 and WBZ451H Curiosity Development Board
PIC32CX-BZ2 and WBZ451 Curiosity Development Board
PIC32CX-BZ2 and WBZ450 Curiosity Development Board
PIC32CX-BZ3 and WBZ351 Curiosity Development Board
Demos and Code Examples
Smart Warehouse
This project showcases the potential of smart environments. Follow this example to build an end-to-end solution including a Thread gateway that connects various IoT devices to the cloud.
AIoT Solutions for Industry 4.0
Harness the power of AI and IoT for industrial environments. The demo collects data via a mesh-based sensor network while controlling a robot arm and reporting data to the cloud.
And Many More
Explore our growing library of application examples, documentation and videos available through MPLAB® Discover.
Development Resources
Zigbee Packet Analysis Tools
MCHPRT3 Radio Test Tool
Use this Windows®-based software to test your RF configuration during development, certification and production.
Design Check Service
Our online design review is available at no charge to customers who have selected our wireless devices for their applications.
Is Zigbee Right For Your Project?
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.
Key Markets and Applications
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