Texas Instruments (TI) is helping manufacturers accelerate IoT development with a software development kit that supports Matter.

TI announced today that it is offering a software development kit supporting Matter on its Wi-Fi and Thread SimpleLink™ wireless microcontrollers (MCUs) that can simplify the adoption of the Matter protocol in Internet of Things (IoT) applications.

The Matter protocol is a royalty-free connectivity protocol developed by CSA (formerly the Zigbee Alliance).

It runs on the Thread and Wi-Fi network layers and uses Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) for commissioning, enabling devices from different vendors to communicate seamlessly. Provides a unified application layer based on proven technology.

TI said its new software and wireless MCUs enable designers to design smart home and industrial automation IoT applications that operate on ultra-low-power batteries and connect to devices from a variety of vendors.

TI's new SimpleLink wireless MCUs help reduce standby power consumption by up to 70 percent compared to comparable devices in Thread applications and extend battery life up to four years with polling times as short as five seconds, the company announced.

For long-range connectivity applications, the wireless MCU's high-efficiency integrated power amplifier consumes just 101 mA at +20 dBm, reducing battery power consumption at high output power levels and ensuring stable connectivity.

Additionally, Wi-Fi application designers can leverage TI's dual-band, multi-layer security approach to protect data on their devices without the need for additional external components.

“In just a matter of weeks, Alliance members are adopting new Matter features and innovating IoT applications with Wi-Fi and Thread,” said Chris LaPre, director of technology at CSA. “TI’s new wireless MCUs for IoT applications enable seamless and secure connectivity with interoperable Matter devices.”

“As a global leader in advanced pump solutions and water management, we are delighted to be joining CSA and expanding Matter’s adoption in our HVAC business,” said Anders Johanson, Executive Vice President and Head of Group Technology and Innovation at Grundfos Holding A/S. Grundfos Group recognizes the importance of collaboration to achieve its innovation and sustainability goals. Grundfos Group's collaboration with TI to bring low-power Matter wireless solutions to market will play a key role in enhancing end-user convenience, reducing energy consumption in HVAC systems, and contributing to reduced carbon emissions.