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Small aluminium USB stick with external SMA antenna

PISKEKAT

PISKEKAT Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus Gateway with Antenna

SKU CH-9468-BR3W3

A Zigbee 3.0 USB gateway with external antenna and +20dBm output gain for Home Assistant or Zigbee2MQTT

  • Pre-flashed Z-Stack 3.x.0 firmware enables immediate coordinator use
  • TI CC2652P chipset delivers +20 dBm output gain for stronger range
  • External SMA antenna reduces signal interference from nearby devices
  • Aluminium housing shields internal electronics from peripheral noise
  • Compatible with ZHA in Home Assistant and Zigbee2MQTT setups

Zigbee 3.0 USB Coordinator

This USB dongle acts as a Zigbee 3.0 coordinator for home automation hubs. It connects to a host system via USB and manages a local Zigbee mesh network. The device is built around a TI CC2652P radio paired with a CP2102N USB bridge. It arrives pre-flashed with Z-Stack 3.x.0 coordinator firmware for immediate use.

Upgrade from basic adapters

The +20dBm output gain and SMA external antenna extend wireless range beyond typical internal-antenna sticks. Builders moving from low-power coordinators or unstable connections gain more reliable device pairing. The aluminium housing further reduces interference from nearby peripherals. The jump is worth it when coverage gaps or drop-offs disrupt the mesh.

Build integration needs

The dongle requires a free USB port on a Home Assistant, ioBroker or similar server running ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT. No proprietary cloud account is needed, freeing the build from vendor lock-in. The SMA connector allows remote antenna placement for optimal signal. Buyers who need Bluetooth or Thread radios must add separate hardware.

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Price $47.99
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Questions about this item

What type of USB port does the CC2652P-based dongle need?

It plugs into any standard USB-A port and uses the CP2102N bridge for communication.

Which step do users often miss when setting up the Zigbee 3.0 gateway?

Scanning the QR code on the manual for the specific installation tutorial before first use.

How is the external antenna attached to the aluminium housing?

The SMA interface screws directly onto the housing for a secure connection.

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