Module for out-of-the-box mesh networking

Mouser is stocking Silicon Labs’ new MGM111 Mighty Gecko mesh networking module, based on the EFR32 system-on-chip. The module is supported by Silicon Labs’ reliable, secure and flexible mesh protocol stacks and one of the industry’s most advanced wireless software development tools. The module combines onboard stacks, an integrated chip antenna, and radio frequency regulatory certifications to help developers reduce cost, complexity, and time to market for an array of mesh networking applications including home and building automation, connected lighting, smart metering, security systems and other IoT platforms. The module combines a 2.4GHz Mighty Gecko SoC with an ARM Cortex-M4 core, high-efficiency chip antenna, crystals, and RF matching and shielding into a complete, ready-to-use mesh networking module supporting ZigBee and Thread protocol stacks. This high level of integration frees developers from complex RF/antenna design and testing and allows them to focus on their end applications. The module offers up to +10dBm transmit power and consumes only 9.8mA in receive mode and 8.2mA at 0dB in transmit mode. The module complies with the IEEE 802.15.4 standard used in ZigBee and Thread stacks and will be pre-certified for compliance with FCC (North America), IC (Canada), CE (Europe), RCM (AU/NZ), and KC (Korea) regulatory requirements. The module is supported by the company’s Simplicity Studio development platform, a comprehensive suite of development and debugging tools that accelerates IoT product design. The module comes in a compact 12.9mm × 15mm package that is footprint and pin-compatible with their BGM111 Blue Gecko module supporting Bluetooth low energy technology. This compatibility eases migration and enables developers to support multiple wireless protocols with a common, future-proven system design.