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SparkFun Thing Plus - XBee3 Micro (U.FL)

The XBee3 Thing Plus is an ultra capable and easy way for getting into wireless device development. The combination of XBee and Qwiic in a space conscious design represents a much needed update to our XBee offering. With 20 I/O pins and Lithium Polymer Ion battery management, the XBee3 Thing Plus has all the basics for quickly prototyping or developing a connected device such as a remote sensor. The Qwiic connector and JST connector for the battery make for a solder-less option when working with the board which shortens setup time.

The new XBee3 Micro Module provides the classic all-but plug and play 802.15.4 2.4GHz wireless connection (Zigbee 3.0 Protocol) that makes it so desirable, but with a new addition of being programmable with MicroPython (32KB of memory available for it). RF data rates up to 250 Kbps and 200ft indoor ranges and up to 4000ft line-of-sight outdoor range. Communicating with/Configuring the module happens via an AT Command set or the Digi API, X-CTU, both locally or over-the-air. There's even a mobile version of X-CTU now; Digi XBee® Mobile.

This variation features a U.FL antenna connector for longer range communications. Check out the related products for compatible antennas.

Get Started With the SparkFun XBee3 Thing Plus Guide

  • XBee3 Micro Module
    • Silicon Labs EFR32MG SoC
    • 250Kbps RF, 1Mbps Serial data rates
    • Indoor/Urban range up to 200 ft (60 m)
    • Outdoor/RF Line of Sight range up to 4000 ft (1200 m)
    • +8 dBm transmit power
    • -103 dBm receiver sensitivity
    • UART, I2C, SPI Interfaces (SPI currently not available at this time, but broken out on the board)
    • ISM 2.4GHz Frequency Band (802.15.4)
    • 1MB of memory, 128KB RAM (32KB available for MicroPython)
  • 20 GPIO Pins
  • Configurable via X-CTU or AT Command set via both USB and Wirelessly (second XBee 3 device required for wireless configuration unless you're using the mobile app)
  • Qwiic Compatible
  • On-board charging circuit and connector for 3.3v Lithium Polymer Ion Batteries (see related products for compatible batteries)
  • 2.6VDC - 3.6VDC supply voltage
  • U.FL Antenna Connector

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SparkFun Thing Plus - XBee3 Micro (U.FL) Product Help and Resources

Exploring XBees and XCTU

March 12, 2015
How to set up an XBee using your computer, the X-CTU software, and an XBee Explorer interface board.
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XBee3 Thing Plus Hookup Guide

August 22, 2019
Get started with SparkFun's XBee3 Thing Plus - both the u.FL as well as the PCB antenna versions.
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Three Quick Tips About Using U.FL

December 28, 2018
Quick tips regarding how to connect, protect, and disconnect U.FL connectors.
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Core Skill: Soldering

This skill defines how difficult the soldering is on a particular product. It might be a couple simple solder joints, or require special reflow tools.

1 Soldering

Skill Level: Noob - Some basic soldering is required, but it is limited to a just a few pins, basic through-hole soldering, and couple (if any) polarized components. A basic soldering iron is all you should need.
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Core Skill: Programming

If a board needs code or communicates somehow, you're going to need to know how to program or interface with it. The programming skill is all about communication and code.

3 Programming

Skill Level: Competent - The toolchain for programming is a bit more complex and will examples may not be explicitly provided for you. You will be required to have a fundamental knowledge of programming and be required to provide your own code. You may need to modify existing libraries or code to work with your specific hardware. Sensor and hardware interfaces will be SPI or I2C.
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Core Skill: Electrical Prototyping

If it requires power, you need to know how much, what all the pins do, and how to hook it up. You may need to reference datasheets, schematics, and know the ins and outs of electronics.

2 Electrical Prototyping

Skill Level: Rookie - You may be required to know a bit more about the component, such as orientation, or how to hook it up, in addition to power requirements. You will need to understand polarized components.
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  • hopper / about 3 years ago / 1

    Is there an Arduino library for talking to this via I2C (Qwiic)?

  • Member #1569240 / about 5 years ago / 1

    Hello, I need this module since I am migrating a project from Particle Xenon to Xbee3 and this module will help me accelerate prototyping since it has the same feather pinout. However, It cannot be imported(easily) in EU and distributors like Mouser also cannot ship it to EU. On the other hand I have already ordered and received the same Xbee3 modules from Mouser. So I am just curious, which component on the board is preventing the import to EU countries?

    • santaimpersonator / about 5 years ago / 1

      Hi there, it sounds like you have some order and shipping questions. Please email: support@sparkfun.com. Our support team will do their best to assist you.

      That being said, I don't see any restrictions listed on the product. Have you tried just ordering it through us? Otherwise, my guess is that it might be a RoHS thing.

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