Z-Pi 7 – Professional Z-Wave Gateway Daughterboard
Z-Pi 7 is a powerful daughterboard designed to connect directly atop Raspberry Pi and Raspberry Zero platforms. This seamless integration allows software developers to create custom automation solutions with ease, leveraging the robust Z-Wave API, including the latest 700 series. It’s a part of Aeotec’s turnkey hardware range, providing a quick, reliable, and professional-grade solution for developers.
Key Features
- Turnkey Gateway Hardware Solution
- Professional Solutions Foundation
- Full Z-Wave Compatibility
- Small Footprint
Z-Pi 7 offers the fastest time-to-market for developers, eliminating the need to co-develop unique hardware. It’s designed for simplicity, allowing quick and easy installation atop the Raspberry’s GPIO port, making it a perfect choice for professional automation solutions.
Built on Aeotec’s Gen7 technology and compatible with Z-Wave Plus V2, Z-Pi 7 ensures faster, more secure, and reliable wireless communication. It’s engineered to support professional-grade solutions, enhancing the capabilities of Z-Wave based automation.
Fully compatible with all Z-Wave versions from 100 series to the latest 700 series. It supports SmartStart and S2 security natively, providing a comprehensive solution for modern smart home applications.
With compact dimensions, Z-Pi 7 fits seamlessly within any Raspberry case, maintaining a clean and integrated look while delivering powerful Z-Wave capabilities.
Specifications
| Z-Wave Chip | EFR32ZG14 |
| Z-Wave Version | Series 700 / Gen7 |
| Security | S2 native |
| QR Code Inclusion | SmartStart native |
| Z-Wave SDK | 7.11.0 or later |
| Power Supply | GPIO DC 3.3V |
| Max Operating Current | 75mA |
| US TX Power |