E180-ZG120A - 2.4GHz ZigBee 3.0 Module, 20dBm, EFR32MG1B | EBYTE
N.º da peça: E180-ZG120A ✓ Ativo| Qtd. | Preço unitário | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $6.53 | $6,53 |
| 10 | $6.31 | $63,10 |
| 100 | $5.85 | $585,00 |
| 500 | $5.42 | $2.710,00 |
| 1.000 | $4.98 | $4.980,00 |
E180-ZG120A Visão geral
A ZigBee module is a pre-certified, application-ready radio subsystem that integrates the RF transceiver, microcontroller, antenna matching network, and regulatory shielding into a single reflow-compatible component. It belongs to the product taxonomy: ZigBee module -> 802.15.4 wireless module -> short-range IoT radio module -> RF & Wireless module -> electronic component. By embedding an ARM Cortex-M4 core with up to 256 kB flash and 32 kB RAM, the E180-ZG120A removes the design complexity of impedance-controlled RF layout from the integrator's responsibility, dramatically shortening time-to-market for IEEE 802.15.4 products.
Key features include full ZigBee 3.0 protocol stack support, GPIO exposure through castellated edge pads, an integrated PCB antenna with optional external antenna variants, low standby current for battery-powered nodes, and an operating temperature range suited to industrial IoT deployments. Compared with bare-chip CC2530 designs, the PA+LNA chain on the EFR32MG1B platform delivers substantially better link margin in industrial environments.
Technically, the module exposes the Silicon Labs EFR32MG1B232F256GM48 die with hardware-accelerated AES-128/256, true random number generation, and rich peripheral set including ADC, timers, USART, and I2C. Developers can program the module directly via Silicon Labs' Simplicity Studio toolchain and EmberZNet (ZigBee 3.0) or OpenThread/Zigbee R22 SDK, with reference designs for coordinator, router, and end-device roles available from the manufacturer.
Typical applications include ZigBee 3.0 smart home hubs, wireless lighting control, building automation sensor meshes, industrial telemetry, and battery-powered end devices such as window/door sensors and HVAC thermostats. The integrated antenna footprint and pre-loaded EmberZNet image make it ideal for low-volume OEM products that need a fast regulatory path.
When designing with this module, follow the manufacturer's PCB keep-out region around the integrated antenna, observe reflow profile of 245 C peak, and verify that the host product's enclosure material does not deshalve more than 3 dB of radiated power. Stack-up and supply decoupling should follow Silicon Labs' AN1018 reference for best RF performance.
This page consolidates distributor pricing, pin-compatible module swaps, and reference-design workflows beyond the manufacturer datasheet to support fast BOM decisions for ZigBee 3.0 product teams.
Alternativas drop-in para E180-ZG120A — mesmo encapsulamento, compatível pino a pino. Peças de encapsulamento diferente que exigem retrabalho na PCB são excluídas.
Variantes desta série
Modelos da mesma série compatíveis como drop-in com E180-ZG120A (mesmo formato e footprint) — diferindo em Antenna, Module Type, Mounting Type.
Ferramenta de comparação rápida — selecione peças alternativas para comparação lado a lado:
E180-ZG120B
✅ Drop-In✓ Em estoque
$4.1 / unidade
Ver ficha técnica →E180-ZG120B-TB
✅ Drop-In📋 Alternativa de referência (fora do catálogo)
E180-ZG120A-N
✅ Drop-In ⚠️ Especificações não verificadas📋 Alternativa de referência (fora do catálogo)
EWM181-Z12S
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E180-ZG120A Especificações (publicadas pelo fabricante)
| Module Type | ZigBee 3.0 / IEEE 802.15.4 RF module |
| Chip Platform | Silicon Labs EFR32MG1B "Mighty Gecko" (EFR32MG1B232F256GM48) |
| Operating Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz (2400-2483.5 MHz) |
| Protocol Support | ZigBee 3.0, IEEE 802.15.4 |
| Transmit Output Power | +20 dBm (100 mW) |
| Line-of-Sight Range | Approximately 1 km |
| Package Dimensions | 17.5 x 28.7 mm SMD |
| Antenna | Integrated PCB antenna |
| GPIO / Interface | Castellated edge pads, GPIO, USART, I2C, ADC |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, RoHS |
| Tipo de montagem | Surface Mount (SMD) |
| Lead-Free | Yes (RoHS compliant) |
Interfaces e Conectores do E180-ZG120A
E180-ZG120A expõe as seguintes interfaces e conectores conforme publicado pelo fabricante: GPIO. A pinagem do header de expansão, a numeração dos pinos do conector e os limites elétricos estão definidos na documentação do fabricante.
| GPIO | Castellated edge pads, GPIO, USART, I2C, ADC |
Consulte a documentação do fabricante para a pinagem completa do conector de expansão e a numeração dos pinos do conector.
Aplicações típicas
E180-ZG120A é adequado para 6 aplicaçãos: ZigBee 3.0 Smart Home Hub, Industrial Wireless Telemetry Sensor Mesh, Wireless Lighting Control (ZigBee 3.0), Battery-Powered Door and Window Sensors, HVAC Thermostat and Climate Sensor Node, Asset Tracking and Proximity Beacons.
ZigBee 3.0 Smart Home Hub
The E180-ZG120A's +20 dBm transmit power and integrated PA+LNA make it ideal for a ZigBee 3.0 coordinator that must cover an entire multi-floor home. With ZigBee 3.0 stack support on the EFR32MG1B Mighty Gecko, the module exposes EmberZNet, OpenThread, and ZHA-compatible firmware paths, enabling OEM hubs with Home Assistant or vendor-cloud interoperability. Its CE/FCC pre-certification eliminates 6+ months of RF regulatory work for a Class B intentional radiator. Place the module near the host enclosure's top edge to maximize integrated-antenna radiation in typical residential free-space paths.
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Industrial Wireless Telemetry Sensor Mesh
For industrial sensor meshes on factory floors, the E180-ZG120A delivers reliable IEEE 802.15.4 links with hardware AES-128/256 encryption and EFR32MG1B ARM Cortex-M4 processing for on-module edge analytics. Compared with TTMs and CC2530 designs limited to +4 dBm, the +20 dBm output extends range through metal enclosures and motor cabinets. The module's SMD form and castellation pads support reflow assembly on industrial sensor PCBs. Programmable sleep modes make it viable for battery-powered temperature, vibration, and flow sensors in remote plant locations.
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Wireless Lighting Control (ZigBee 3.0)
Wireless lighting drivers and luminaire controllers benefit from the E180-ZG120A's compact 17.5x28.7 mm footprint and full ZigBee 3.0 mesh stack. The module's low standby current and rapid GPIO wake make it suitable for battery-operated wall switches, dimmers, and occupancy reporting nodes that join the ZigBee mesh as end devices or routers. With the on-module PA, signal can reach across metal LED heatsink assemblies that previously required external cabling or repeaters, simplifying installation in commercial fixtures.
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Battery-Powered Door and Window Sensors
Coin-cell powered contact sensors and PIR motion detectors can leverage the E180-ZG120A's EFR32MG1B sleep modes for multi-year battery life while still delivering strong ZigBee 3.0 uplink performance. The module's +20 dBm transmit headroom compensates for the small antenna volume inside a door frame or window jamb, where main-liner rejections from metal sashes deshalve radiated output by 2-4 dB. Hardware AES on the EFR32MG1B ensures authentication of security-critical join/rejoin events without software overhead.
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HVAC Thermostat and Climate Sensor Node
Wall-mounted HVAC thermostats and indoor air-quality sensors benefit from the E180-ZG120A's GPIO exposure for NTC temperature, humidity, and CO2 sensor interfacing. The castellation pad layout allows direct reflow onto a slim thermostat mainboard with no RF trace impedance headaches. ZigBee 3.0 mesh support enables the thermostat to act as a router node, extending the home mesh to weak-signal corners like basements and garages, while the Mighty Gecko's Cortex-M4 core runs vendor climate-control logic locally.
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Asset Tracking and Proximity Beacons
For ZigBee-based asset tracking tags and indoor proximity beacons, the E180-ZG120A provides the +20 dBm transmit power needed to maintain reliable RSSI-based ranging across warehouses and retail floors. Compared with BLE-only beacons, ZigBee mesh tags can relay through powered lighting nodes, dramatically extending coverage without extra infrastructure. The module's industrial temperature tolerance and SMD ruggedness suit vibration-prone environments such as tool cribs and forklift assets.
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Comparação com alternativas
| Parâmetro | Este produto | E180-ZG120B | E180-ZG120B-TB | E180-ZG120A-N | EWM181-Z12S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | EBYTE (Chengdu Ebyte Elec Tech) | EBYTE | EBYTE | EBYTE | EBYTE |
| Package / Footprint | SMD 17.5x28.7 mm (castellated) | SMD 17.5x28.7 mm - same | SMD 17.5x28.7 mm module + USB test board | SMD 17.5x28.7 mm - same | SMD ~18x25 mm class - similar |
| Chip Platform | Silicon Labs EFR32MG1B | Silicon Labs EFR32MG1B - same | Silicon Labs EFR32MG1B - same | Silicon Labs EFR32MG1B - same | Silicon Labs EFR32MG1B - same |
| Protocol | ZigBee 3.0 / IEEE 802.15.4 | ZigBee 3.0 / IEEE 802.15.4 - same | ZigBee 3.0 / IEEE 802.15.4 - same | ZigBee 3.0 / IEEE 802.15.4 - same | ZigBee 3.0 / IEEE 802.15.4 - same |
| TX Output Power | +20 dBm | +20 dBm | +20 dBm | +20 dBm | +20 dBm |
| Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| Range (line-of-sight) | ~1 km | ~1 km | ~1 km | ~1 km | ~1 km |
| USB-Serial Bridge | No (module only) | Yes (B variant adds USB) | Yes (on test board) | No | No |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, RoHS | CE, FCC, RoHS | Module-side CE/FCC/RoHS inherited | CE, FCC, RoHS (assumed) | CE, FCC, RoHS |
Principais diferenciais
- Integrated PA+LNA delivers +20 dBm versus +4 dBm on CC2530-based modules (vs TI CC2530-based ZigBee modules)
- Pre-certified CE/FCC/RoHS saves 6+ months of OEM RF regulatory work (vs Bare EFR32MG1B SoC designs)
- ZigBee 3.0 stack support on the Mighty Gecko platform with EmberZNet and OpenThread compatibility (vs Proprietary 802.15.4 modules)
Notas de projeto
Preserve a copper-free keep-out region of at least 5 x 10 mm directly above and around the integrated PCB antenna per EBYTE's mechanical drawing. Placing batteries, displays, or ground planes inside this area can reduce effective range by 3-10 dB. Route host-board GND as a single uninterrupted pour and stitch vias around the module edges to suppress common-mode currents on the antenna feed.
The E180-ZG120A draws peak current of approximately 120-150 mA at +20 dBm transmit. Place a 10 uF + 100 nF ceramic decoupling pair within 5 mm of the module's VDD pin to suppress transmit-time dips. For battery-powered designs, observe the Mighty Gecko deep-sleep current budget from the EFR32MG1B datasheet to ensure multi-year coin-cell operation is achievable.
Do not assume that 'ZigBee module' implies drop-in compatibility across vendors - castellated pad pinouts differ between families (e.g. EBYTE E180 vs. TI CC2652 modules). Verify pin-by-pin before substituting a different module on an existing PCB. Also confirm EmberZNet/OpenThread firmware compatibility; mixing ZigBee 3.0 and proprietary 802.15.4 stacks on the same network is not interoperable.
Estimated: at +20 dBm TX, average current draw of ~120 mA and a 1% duty cycle mesh beacon profile, average consumption is approximately 1.2 mA. With a 2000 mAh CR2477 coin cell and 80% derating, expected battery life is 14-16 months in an end-device role - sufficient for most contact-sensor designs. Verify with Silicon Labs Simplicity Studio energy profiler for production sign-off.
Informações de conformidade
CE, FCC, RoHS confirmed per EBYTE product page. REACH, halogen-free, and conflict-minerals status not stated in available sources.
