ZM5101A-CME3R - Z-Wave 500 SiP Module, Sub-GHz, 8051 MCU | Silicon Labs
N.º da peça: ZM5101A-CME3R ✓ Ativo| Qtd. | Preço unitário | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $5.2 | $5,20 |
| 10 | $4.75 | $47,50 |
| 100 | $4.1 | $410,00 |
| 500 | $3.9 | $1.950,00 |
| 1.000 | $3.81 | $3.810,00 |
ZM5101A-CME3R Visão geral
A Z-Wave module is a self-contained wireless transceiver-plus-MCU module certified for the Z-Wave mesh protocol, used for low-power sub-GHz communication in smart-home and IoT devices. Z-Wave modules belong to the broader family of sub-GHz transceiver modules (ISM < 1 GHz), which sit within RF & wireless connectivity ICs in the broader semiconductor hierarchy. The ZM5101A-CME3R is a SiP (System-in-Package) - i.e. several silicon dies integrated into a single sealed surface-mount package, reducing PCB footprint and EMC compliance burden for the OEM. It belongs to the Silicon Labs ZM5101 family of Z-Wave 500 modules, paired with the ZM5202 PCB-module variant.
Key features include 128 kB of embedded Flash, 16 kB SRAM, two UARTs up to 230.4 kbps, two SPI interfaces up to 8 MHz, a 4-channel 12/8-bit rail-to-rail ADC with selectable VDD/internal/external reference, a hardware AES-128 security engine, a 1000-step dimmer control block, automatic response/retransmission, CRC check, and power-on/power-off reset plus software reset. The SiP integrates matching network, crystal, and decoupling, so the host board only needs supply bypass and antenna. Operating supply voltage is 2.3 V to 3.6 V (typical 3.3 V), and the receive current is approximately 32 mA.
The ZM5101A-CME3R uses an optimized 8051 core paired with the Sigma Designs (now Silicon Labs) Z-Wave 500 series MAC/PHY. This enables deterministic mesh routing, low-latency acknowledgements, and Z-Wave Plus certification compatibility for gateways, sensors, locks, lighting and HVAC nodes. The integrated hardware AES-128 engine accelerates encrypted Z-Wave frames, freeing the 8051 core for application logic.
Typical applications include Z-Wave smart-home gateways, door locks, lighting dimmers, energy meters, HVAC controls, PIR/motion sensors, water-leak sensors, smoke detectors, and AV control remotes. The compact SiP and pre-certified RF section dramatically shorten time-to-Z-Wave-Plus-certification versus discrete transceivers.
When designing with this SiP, observe the supply decoupling guidance in the manufacturer datasheet (input and output caps as close as possible to the supply pads), respect the antenna keep-out zone, and ensure the host MCU handles Z-Wave Plus provisioning. The device requires Z-Wave Plus certification for retail products - it is not pin-compatible with non-Z-Wave sub-GHz parts.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives and Z-Wave ecosystem notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
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| Função | Z-Wave 500 Series Wireless System-in-Package (TxRx + MCU) |
| RF Protocol | Z-Wave (Z-Wave Plus compatible) |
| Operating Frequency | 865.2 MHz to 926.3 MHz (868 MHz / 908 MHz / 921 MHz regional) |
| Output Power | 6 dBm (max) |
| Receive Sensitivity | -94.3 dBm at 100 kbps (some sources list -104 dBm at lower rate) |
| Taxa de dados | 100 kbps (max) |
| Tensão de alimentação de operação | 2.3 V to 3.6 V (typical 3.3 V) |
| Receive Current | 32 mA (typical) |
| MCU Core | Optimized 8051 |
| Flash Memory | 128 kB |
| SRAM | 16 kB |
| UART | 2 x UART up to 230.4 kbps |
| SPI | 2 x SPI up to 8 MHz |
| ADC | 4-channel 12/8-bit rail-to-rail, VDD/internal/external reference |
| Security | Hardware AES-128 engine |
| Dimmer Control | 1000-step dimmer |
| Encapsulamento | 56-TFLGA (Module), 8 mm x 8 mm x 1.2 mm |
| Tipo de montagem | Surface Mount |
| Packaging | Reel (R suffix) |
| RoHS | Compliant |
Interfaces e Conectores do ZM5101A-CME3R
ZM5101A-CME3R expõe as seguintes interfaces e conectores conforme publicado pelo fabricante: Entrada de Potência, Expansão / Barramentos. A pinagem do header de expansão, a numeração dos pinos do conector e os limites elétricos estão definidos na documentação do fabricante.
| Entrada de Potência | 2.3 V to 3.6 V (typical 3.3 V) |
| Expansão / Barramentos | 2 x UART up to 230.4 kbps |
Consulte a documentação do fabricante para a pinagem completa do conector de expansão e a numeração dos pinos do conector.
Características de potência e térmicas
| Entrada de Potência | 2.3 V to 3.6 V (typical 3.3 V) |
Parâmetros de entrada de potência e térmicos para ZM5101A-CME3R, conforme publicados pelo fabricante.
Aplicações típicas
ZM5101A-CME3R é adequado para 6 aplicaçãos: Z-Wave Smart Home Gateway, Smart Door Lock Module, Lighting Dimmer / Wall Switch, Battery-Powered PIR Motion Sensor, Smart HVAC Thermostat / Radiator Valve, Energy Meter / Smart Plug.
Z-Wave Smart Home Gateway
The ZM5101A-CME3R fits Z-Wave smart-home gateways thanks to its integrated Z-Wave 500 series MAC/PHY plus on-board 8051 application core. Its 6 dBm TX power and -94.3 dBm RX sensitivity at 100 kbps deliver the link budget required to reach battery-powered end nodes through walls across typical residential floor plans. With 128 kB Flash and 16 kB SRAM, the 8051 core can run Z/IP gateway bridge logic, routing tables, and Z-Wave Plus provisioning alongside the protocol stack. The pre-certified 868/908/921 MHz multi-region SiP removes RF compliance work, allowing OEMs to ship a single global SKU. Use the two UARTs (230.4 kbps) and two SPIs (8 MHz) to attach a host Wi-Fi/Ethernet SoC. The trade-off versus a discrete transceiver is higher per-unit cost, offset by faster Z-Wave Plus certification.
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Smart Door Lock Module
The ZM5101A-CME3R is well suited to Z-Wave smart door locks where Z-Wave Plus security classes (S2) are mandatory and battery life must extend across years of operation. Its hardware AES-128 engine accelerates encrypted frame handling while the 8051 core runs motor control, keypad scan, and tamper logic. The 4-channel 12/8-bit rail-to-rail ADC reads battery voltage, motor current, and door-state sensors; the 1000-step dimmer block handles LED indicator brightness. Operating from 2.3 V to 3.6 V lets the lock run directly from 4xAA alkaline cells without boost conversion. The 8 mm x 8 mm SiP footprint fits inside compact lock escutcheons. Trade-off: receive current of 32 mA means the host must schedule Z-Wave listening windows carefully to preserve coin-cell or AA life.
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Lighting Dimmer / Wall Switch
The ZM5101A-CME3R's integrated 1000-step dimmer control block makes it a natural fit for Z-Wave wall dimmers and smart switches controlling incandescent, dimmable LED, and low-voltage halogen loads. The 8051 core handles zero-cross detection timing and TRIAC/IGBT firing while the Z-Wave 500 radio provides reliable mesh routing back to the hub. With 6 dBm output power, the dimmer acts as a repeater in the Z-Wave mesh, improving overall network reliability. The 56-TFLGA SiP sits inside a standard wall-box junction enclosure without requiring a separate RF module. The hardware AES-128 protects pairing credentials. Trade-off: the 2.3 V to 3.6 V supply rail typically requires a small AC-DC or capacitive drop supply on the mains side.
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Battery-Powered PIR Motion Sensor
The ZM5101A-CME3R integrates a sub-GHz radio and 8051 MCU with 128 kB Flash into a single 8 mm x 8 mm SiP, ideal for Z-Wave PIR motion sensors that must run for years on CR123A or AA cells. The 8051 wakes on PIR interrupt, processes the event, and transmits a Z-Wave Plus 'Basic Set' or 'Notification' frame using the integrated 6 dBm TX chain. The 4-channel ADC monitors PIR analog front-end, battery voltage, and ambient light. Hardware AES-128 supports S2 authenticated frames for security-grade sensors. The ZM5101 SiP replaces a discrete sub-GHz transceiver plus external MCU, shrinking PCB area and BOM. Trade-off: 32 mA RX current forces sleep-mode discipline and limits how often the sensor can wake to listen for ACKs.
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Smart HVAC Thermostat / Radiator Valve
The ZM5101A-CME3R gives Z-Wave Plus connectivity to HVAC thermostats, underfloor heating controllers, and electronic radiator valves that must report temperature, setpoint, and battery state on a home mesh network. Its 4-channel 12-bit ADC interfaces directly to NTC thermistors, flow sensors, and valve position feedback without an external AFE. The 8051 core drives PWM outputs to actuator motors and handles Z-Wave routing through walls back to the central gateway. Pre-certified multi-band 868/908/921 MHz support lets the same HVAC SKU ship globally. Trade-off: receive current of 32 mA requires careful duty-cycling when the valve is battery powered; the 1000-step dimmer block also doubles as a smooth servo PWM source.
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Energy Meter / Smart Plug
The ZM5101A-CME3R is a strong fit for Z-Wave smart plugs, whole-home energy meters, and load-monitoring devices that report kWh, voltage, and current back to a home energy dashboard. Its integrated 8051 core can sample current/voltage via the on-chip 4-channel ADC at meter rates, compute true RMS, and push meter reports over the Z-Wave 500 mesh using the hardware AES-128 engine for security. The 56-TFLGA SiP footprint fits inside standard outlet boxes and smart-plug enclosures. With -94.3 dBm RX sensitivity, the device reliably receives routing acknowledgements from distant repeaters, ensuring timely meter report delivery. Trade-off: line-powered designs must add a small isolated supply; the 32 mA RX current is non-issue on mains-powered nodes.
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Comparação com alternativas
| Parâmetro | Este produto | ZM5101A-CME3 | ZM5202 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Silicon Labs | Silicon Labs | Silicon Labs |
| Package | 56-TFLGA SiP Module (8x8x1.2 mm) | 56-TFLGA SiP Module (8x8x1.2 mm) - same | PCB Module (larger, uFL antenna) - SiP silicon matched, footprint differs |
| RF Protocol | Z-Wave 500 / Z-Wave Plus | Z-Wave 500 / Z-Wave Plus - same | Z-Wave 500 / Z-Wave Plus - same |
| Output Power | 6 dBm | 6 dBm | 5 dBm |
| RX Sensitivity | -94.3 dBm at 100 kbps | -94.3 dBm at 100 kbps | -104 dBm |
| Supply Voltage | 2.3 V to 3.6 V | 2.3 V to 3.6 V | 2.3 V to 3.6 V |
| MCU Core | Optimized 8051 | Optimized 8051 | Optimized 8051 |
| Flash / SRAM | 128 kB / 16 kB | 128 kB / 16 kB | 128 kB / 16 kB |
| Packaging | Reel (R suffix) | Tray / Cut tape | Tray |
Principais diferenciais
- Fully integrated Z-Wave 500 SiP with on-chip 8051, AES-128, dimmer and ADC (vs Discrete sub-GHz transceiver + external MCU design)
- Pre-certified multi-region RF (868/908/921 MHz) for global Z-Wave Plus SKUs (vs ZM5202 PCB module with single-region tuning)
- Compact 8 mm x 8 mm x 1.2 mm surface-mount SiP (vs ZM5202 PCB module (larger footprint))
Notas de projeto
Place supply decoupling capacitors as close as possible to the ZM5101A-CME3R supply pads - a 10 uF bulk plus 100 nF ceramic on each VDD pin is the minimum recommended network per the manufacturer datasheet. Maintain a continuous ground plane under the SiP and route the antenna keep-out zone exactly as specified in the datasheet to preserve regulatory compliance. The ZM5101A-CME3R is a pre-certified RF subsystem, but the antenna layout on the host PCB determines final FCC/ETSI conformance; copying the reference antenna footprint is the safest path.
Do not assume any generic sub-GHz transceiver (CC1101, SX1276, etc.) can replace the ZM5101A-CME3R - the SiP embeds the Z-Wave 500 series protocol MAC/PHY and is locked to the Z-Wave certification program. End products must complete Z-Wave Plus certification before retail distribution. The 32 mA receive current is fine for line-powered designs but pushes battery-powered nodes (PIR sensors, door locks) into careful sleep / wake duty-cycle management; budget average current in the microamp range to achieve multi-year coin-cell life.
The ZM5101A-CME3R SiP is a low-power module and thermal management is generally not a concern, but enclosed wall-box designs (lighting dimmers, thermostats) should still verify junction temperature under continuous TX. With 6 dBm output into a 50-ohm load, the SiP itself dissipates well under 500 mW even at full duty cycle; however, the host PCB ambient inside a sealed wall-box can reach 60-70 C in summer. Ensure the host enclosure provides adequate thermal relief or derate TX duty cycle in firmware.
Informações de conformidade
RoHS compliant per Silicon Labs product page; not AEC-Q100 qualified (consumer/industrial smart-home target, not automotive). Z-Wave Plus end-product certification is the OEM's responsibility per Z-Wave Alliance.
