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Digi XBee® 3 Zigbee 3 series

Compact low-power and low-profile RF module with DigiMesh® support

FEATURES

  • Low-power and low-profile RF module
  • Digi XBee® 3 micro form factor 13mm x 19mm
  • Protocols: Zigbee, 802.15.4, DigiMesh® and BLE
  • Configurable via Digi XCTU®
  • IoT security with Digi TrustFence®
SKU: 26726

Description

Digi XBee® 3 Zigbee 3 series: Wireless connectivity for IoT

Digi XBee® 3 modules set the standard for wireless connectivity and enable rapid integration of features for developers, OEMs and solution providers. The pre-certified modules are based on leading technology and offer flexibility through frequency and protocol switching, accelerating development and deployment.

Digi XBee® 3 Zigbee 3.0 creates a fully interoperable ecosystem covering multiple vertical markets including building automation, smart energy, digital health and smart lighting. The Digi XBee® 3 series offers size, weight, power and performance advantages that are ideal for scalable device connectivity.

Digi Remote Manager® for easy configuration and control

The Digi XBee® 3 modules can be configured and controlled via the Digi Remote Manager central platform. The integrated Digi TrustFence® security features protect against cyber threats with over 175 controls.

MicroPython and Digi XCTU® software tools make it easy to add features, configure and test.

Digi XBee® 3 Zigbee 3.0 – Compact, powerful and versatile

With its compact micro form factor of 13 mm x 19 mm, the Digi XBee 3 module enables more compact and portable applications. It supports multiple protocols including Zigbee, 802.15.4, DigiMesh® and BLE, all configurable via Digi XCTU®.

  • Eliminates the need for an external microcontroller
  • Create smart end nodes with MicroPython
  • Bluetooth,* Low Energy for beaconing and connection with Bluetooth sensors
  • Intrinsic IoT security with Digi TrustFence®

Design, build, deploy – Digi XBee® tools support the entire lifecycle of IoT applications.

Specifications

Digi XBee® 3 Zigbee 3.0 Digi XBee® 3 PRO Zigbee 3.0
PERFORMANCE
Transceiver chipset Silicon Labs EFR32MG SoC
Date rate RF 250 Kbps, serial up to 1 Mbps
Indoor/urban range[1] Up to 60 m (200 ft) Up to 90 m (300 ft)
Outdoor/RF Line-Of-Sight range[1] Up to 1200 m (4000 ft) Up to 3200 m (2 miles)
Transmit power +8 dBm +19 dBm
Receiver sensitivity (1% PER) -103 dBm normal mode
BLUETOOTH® PERFORMANCE
Transceiver chipset Silicon Labs EFR32MG SoC
BLE version Supports BLE 4.2 and capable of interoperating with BLE 5.0 devices that support 1M PHY. Hardware is software upgradable to 5.0, but not yet enabled except payload extensions (future release).
Maximum data range 1 Mbps
Indoor/urban range[1] Up to 15 m (49 ft)
Outdoor/RF Line-Of-Sight range[1] Up to 300 m (984 ft)
Transmit power +8 dBm
Receiver sensitivity (1% PER) -95 dBm normal mode
FEATURES
Serial data interface UART, SPI, I2C
Configuration method API or AT commands, local or over-the-air (OTA)
Frequency band ISM 2.4 GHz
Form factor Micro, through-hole, surface mount
Interference immunity DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum)
ADC inputs 4x 10-bit ADC inputs
Digital I/O 15
Antenna options Through-hole: PCB Antenna, U.FL Connector, RPSMA Connector
SMT: RF Pad, PCB Antenna, or U.FL Connector
Micro: U.FL Antenna, RF Pad, Chip Antenna
Operating temperature -40 ºC to 85 ºC (-40 ºF to 185 ºF)
Dimensions (L x W x H) Through-Hole: 2.438 x 2.761 cm (0.960 x 1.087 in)
SMT: 2.199 x 3.4 x 0.305 cm (0.866 x 1.33 x 0.120 in)
Micro: 13 x 19 x 2 mm (0.533 x 0.76 x 0.087 in)
PROGRAMMANILITY
Memory 1 MB / 128 KB RAM (32 KB are available for MicroPython)
NETWORKING AND SECURITY
Protocol Zigbee 3.0
Encryption 128/256 bit AES
Reliable packet delivery Retries/acknowledgements
IDS PAN ID and addresses, cluster IDs and endpoints (optional)
Channels 16 channels
POWER REQUIREMENTS
Supply voltage 2.1 to 3.6 V
Transmit current 40 mA at 8 dBm 140 mA at 19 dBm
Receive current 17 mA
Power-down current 2 micro Amp at 25 ºC (77 ºF)
REGULATORY APPROVALS[2]
FCC, IC (North America) Yes Yes
ETSI (Europe) Yes No
RCM (Australia) Yes Yes
Anatel (Brazil) Yes Yes
Teleck MIC (Japan) Yes No
KCC (South Korea) Yes No
[1] Range figure estimates are based on free-air terrain with limited sources of interference. Actual range will vary based on transmitting power, orientation of transmitter and receiver, height of transmitting antenna, height of receiving antenna, weather conditions, interference sources in the area, and terrain between receiver and transmitter, including indoor and outdoor structures such as walls, trees, buildings, hills, and mountains.

[2] Visit https://www.digi.com/resources/certifications for latest certifications

Documents

Digi XBee 3 Zigbee 3.0 Datasheet
Digi XBee 3 Zigbee Mesh Kit Datasheet

Order information

Order information Digi XBee® 3 Zigbee 3 series
MESH KIT
XK3-Z8S-WZM Digi XBee 3 Zigbee Mesh Kit, worldwide
MODULES
XB3-24Z8RM-J Digi XBee 3 Zigbee 3.0, 2.4 GHz, Micro, RF Pad Ant, MMT
XB3-24Z8UM-J Digi XBee 3 Zigbee 3.0, 2.4 GHz, Micro, U.FL Ant, MMT
XB3-24Z8CM-J Digi XBee 3 Zigbee 3.0, 2.4 GHz, Micro, Chip Ant, MMT
XB3-24Z8RM Digi XBee 3 PRO Zigbee 3.0, 2.4 GHz, Micro, RF Pad Ant, MMT
XB3-24Z8UM Digi XBee 3 PRO Zigbee 3.0, 2.4 GHz, Micro, U.FL Ant, MMT
XB3-24Z8CM Digi XBee 3 PRO Zigbee 3.0, 2.4 GHz, Micro, Chip Ant, MMT
XB3-24Z8ST-J Digi XBee 3, 2.4 Ghz Zigbee 3.0, RPSMA Ant, TH MT
XB3-24Z8UT-J Digi XBee 3, 2.4 Ghz Zigbee 3.0, U.FL Ant, TH MT
XB3-24Z8PT-J Digi XBee 3, 2.4 Ghz Zigbee 3.0, PCB Ant, TH MT
XB3-24Z8ST Digi XBee 3 PRO, 2.4 Ghz Zigbee 3.0, RPSMA Ant, TH MT
XB3-24Z8UT Digi XBee 3 PRO, 2.4 Ghz Zigbee 3.0, U.FL Ant, TH MT
XB3-24Z8PT Digi XBee 3 PRO, 2.4 Ghz Zigbee 3.0, PCB Ant, TH MT
XB3-24Z8RS-J Digi XBee 3, 2.4 Ghz Zigbee 3.0, RF Pad Ant, SMT
XB3-24Z8US-J Digi XBee 3, 2.4 Ghz Zigbee 3.0, U.FL Ant, SMT
XB3-24Z8PS-J Digi XBee 3, 2.4 Ghz Zigbee 3.0, PCB Ant, SMT
XB3-24Z8RS Digi XBee 3 PRO, 2.4 Ghz Zigbee 3.0, RF Pad Ant, SMT
XB3-24Z8US Digi XBee 3 PRO, 2.4 Ghz Zigbee 3.0, U.FL Ant, SMT
XB3-24Z8PS Digi XBee 3 PRO, 2.4 Ghz Zigbee 3.0, PCB Ant, SMT
ANTENNA
A24-HABUF-P5I Antenna – 2.4 GHz, half wave dipole, 2.1 dBi, U.FL female, articulating
A24-HASM-450 Antenna – 2.4 GHz, half wave dipole, 2.1 dBi, RPSMA male, articulating
A24-HASM-525 Antenna – 2.4 GHz, half wave dipole, 2.1 dBi, RPSMA male, articulating
DC-ANT-24DT Antenna – Wi-Fi, table-top mount, 2450 Mhz, 0.5 m cable
DEVELOPMENT BOARDS
76000956 Grove Connector Development Board – XBee, through-hole sockets
XBIB-C-MMT Development board – XBee 3, USB-C, micro
XBIB-C-SMT Development board – XBee 3, USB-C, surface-mount socket
XBIB-CU-TH Development board – XBee 3, USB-C, through-hole sockets
DIGI XBEE® MULTI PROGRAMMER
XBEE-MP-MCRO Digi XBee Multi Programmer, micro form factor (MMT)
XBEE-MP-SMT Digi XBee Multi Programmer, surface mount (SMT)
XBEE-MP-TH Digi XBee Multi Programmer, through-hole (TH)
XBEE-MP-MCRO-PCB Digi XBee Multi Programmer, micro form factor (MMT) printed circuit board
XBEE-MP-SMT-PCB Digi XBee Multi Programmer, surface mount (SMT) printed circuit board
XBEE-MP-TH-PCB Digi XBee Multi Programmer, through-hole (TH) printed circuit board
DIGI XBEE® 3 USB ADAPTERS
XU3-A11 Digi XBee 3 USB Adapter – US, Canada and EMEA

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