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Silicon Labs RD-0051-0201

Name: RD-0051-0201
Brand: Silicon Labs
SKU: RD-0051-0201
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Part No.:: RD-0051-0201

Manufacturer:: Silicon Labs

Category:: RF, RFID, Wireless Evaluation Boards

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Datasheet:: RD-0051-0201.pdf

Description:: ZIGBEE SMART OUTLET KIT

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Overview

RD-0051-0201 from Silicon Labs is a pre-certified ZigBee HA 1.2 reference design kit for smart power outlets, integrating the EFR32MG1P232F256GM48 wireless MCU, Si7021 temperature/humidity sensor, Si1141 ambient light sensor, and CS5463 energy monitoring IC. It delivers 15 A relay switching, RMS voltage/current/power measurement, thermal/current overload protection, and FCC/UL pre-certification - enabling rapid prototyping of residential smart plug systems.

For engineers reviewing the RD-0051-0201 datasheet, RD-0051-0201 pinout, RD-0051-0201 application, or RD-0051-0201 equivalent, this kit supports immediate evaluation of ZigBee HA 1.2 on/off control, real-time energy telemetry, environmental sensing, OTA firmware updates, and manufacturing test mode via CLI or over-the-air commands - all with out-of-box functionality and full source firmware access.

Technical Context

This reference design implements a ZigBee HA 1.2 Sleepy End Device with On/Off, Electrical Measurement, Temperature Measurement, Relative Humidity Measurement, Illuminance Measurement, Diagnostics, and OTA Boot Loading clusters. It uses an ARM Cortex-M4 MCU running EmberZNet PRO 5.8+ stack, with hardware-accelerated AES-128/256, SHA-2, and ECC cryptography.

The hardware comprises three interconnected PCBs: RF board (EFR32MG1P232F256GM48 + PCB antenna), sensor board (Si7021 + Si1141 + pushbutton), and power board (TE Connectivity 16 A SPDT relay, UCC28700 flyback controller, LM3671 3.3 V regulator, RH06-T bridge rectifier, Renco transformer, and Bel Fuse slow-blow fuse). Energy monitoring is performed by the Cirrus Logic CS5463 IC.

Key Specifications

Parameter	Value and Actual Design Meaning
ZigBee Standard	ZigBee Home Automation 1.2 (HA 1.2), pre-certifiable for FCC Part 15 and UL compliance.
Wireless MCU	EF32MG1P232F256GM48: 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4, 256 kB flash, 64 kB RAM, 2.4 GHz IEEE 802.15.4 transceiver.
Relay Rating	TE Connectivity 8-1393239-5: SPDT, 250 VAC, 16 A - supports 15 A continuous load switching with audible click feedback.
Energy Monitoring	Cirrus Logic CS5463: measures RMS voltage, RMS current, active power, and detects AC voltage/current/power overloads.
Sensors	Si7021: ±0.4 °C temp / ±3% RH accuracy; Si1141: 1–128 klux ambient light range - both via I²C interface.
Power Supply	North American plug variant rated for 120 VAC input; internal flyback converter (UCC28700) and 3.3 V regulator (LM3671MF).
Debug Interface	10-pin Mini Simplicity Connector (U1) for packet trace, JTAG/SWD, and firmware reprogramming - requires isolation during AC operation.

Availability

RD-0051-0201 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for smart home OEM development, ZigBee HA 1.2 gateway interoperability testing, and energy-monitoring outlet qualification requiring stable component supply, pre-certified RF performance, and production-ready BOM validation.

Supply support for RD-0051-0201 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

Silicon Labs is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in secure, low-power wireless SoCs, timing solutions, and IoT connectivity platforms - headquartered in Austin, Texas, with global design and support infrastructure.

RD-0051-0201 belongs to Silicon Labs' ZigBee Reference Design portfolio, engineered to accelerate time-to-market for certified, sensor-enhanced smart power outlets targeting residential automation, energy efficiency, and remote load control applications.

FAQ

What is the RD-0051-0201 and what does it include?

The RD-0051-0201 is Silicon Labs' ZigBee Smart Outlet Reference Design Kit with North America plug. It includes a fully assembled, pre-programmed hardware platform featuring the EFR32MG1P232F256GM48 MCU, Si7021 and Si1141 sensors, CS5463 energy monitor, 15 A relay, green/red LEDs, pushbutton, and PCB antenna. Firmware source code and hardware design files are provided for customization.

Does the RD-0051-0201 support over-the-air (OTA) firmware updates?

Yes, the RD-0051-0201 supports OTA firmware updates using the ZigBee OTA Boot Loading cluster (0x0019). It ships with pre-compiled application firmware compatible with EmberZNet PRO 5.8+, and .ota image files can be delivered via a compatible ZigBee gateway such as Silicon Labs' RD-0001 or RD-0002 USB Gateway Kit.

What certifications apply to the RD-0051-0201?

The RD-0051-0201 is pre-certified for FCC Part 15 compliance and UL safety standards. Its ZigBee HA 1.2 implementation is pre-certifiable for full HA 1.2 conformance when used with approved gateways and within specified operating conditions (0–55 °C, 120 VAC input).

Can the RD-0051-0201 measure real-time power consumption?

Yes, the RD-0051-0201 uses the Cirrus Logic CS5463 energy monitoring IC to provide real-time RMS voltage, RMS current, and active power measurements. These values are exposed via the ZigBee Electrical Measurement (0x0B04) and Simple Metering (0x0702) clusters for integration into home automation dashboards.

How is manufacturing test supported on the RD-0051-0201?

The RD-0051-0201 includes Silicon Labs' Manufacturing Library CLI plugin and OTA-based RF test mode. Engineers can execute commands like plugin mfglib stream start or zcl mfglib tone to perform factory-level TX/RX path validation, channel-specific tone generation, and packet reception testing - without physical hardware modification.

RD-0051-0201 Specifications

Product attributes: Attribute value

Manufacturer:: Silicon Labs

Series:: -

Packaging:: Box

Product Status:: Obsolete

Type:: Transceiver; 802.15.4 (Zigbee®)

Frequency:: 2.4GHz

Contents:: Board(s)

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RD-0051-0201 FAQ

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7.What is the process for return or replacement of RD-0051-0201?

All RD-0051-0201 units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with RD-0051-0201, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:

1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.

2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.

3.The RD-0051-0201 part is unused and in its original packaging.

Return procedure for RD-0051-0201:

1.Submit a request within 90 days.

2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.

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