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Ceiling-mount mmWave presence sensor with Matter over Thread
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24GHz wideband mmWave ceiling presence sensor with 10m motion, 2.5m micro-motion, and breathing detection. 120° field, DC5V, Matter over Thread. Works natively with Apple Home, Google Home, and Alexa.

Last Updated
7/1/2026
Who it is for
Premium hotel and smart home brands targeting Apple/Google ecosystems, Specifiers bidding Matter-certified building automation projects
Use cases
Boutique and premium hotel rooms with Apple Home or Google Home integration, High-end residential smart home presence automation, Spec-driven commercial projects requiring Matter certification, Elder-care and healthcare room occupancy with breathing detection
MOQ
500 pcs for standard models; negotiable for OEM/ODM
Lead time
Samples 3-5 days / Mass production 7-10 days
Certifications
CE, FCC, RoHS, ISO 9001
Served markets
Worldwide (CE/FCC/Matter certified)
Export context
This Matter presence sensor targets premium markets where certification and interoperability are bidding requirements. The presence sensor is the premium presence sensor for specifiers.
Next step
Confirm your Thread border router and target ecosystems before sampling.

Product overview

Why Choose a Matter Presence Sensor for Premium Projects

The Ceiling Mount mmWave Human Presence Sensor (Matter over Thread) is a Matter presence sensor built for the next generation of smart buildings. As a presence sensor, it gives specifiers what a basic presence sensor cannot: future-proof interoperability across Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and Samsung SmartThings. Matter certification means this presence sensor works natively with any Matter-compatible ecosystem — no proprietary bridge, no platform lock-in. The presence sensor is the most future-proof presence sensor for premium hospitality and smart-home projects. The presence sensor interoperates with any Matter-compatible ecosystem, making this presence sensor the ideal choice for specifiers who need a presence sensor that works everywhere. For teams evaluating presence sensor options for a premium tender, this Matter-certified presence sensor is the de-facto presence sensor reference for building automation projects that require presence sensor interoperability at scale.

Detection performance

ParameterValue
Frequency band24GHz (wideband)
Max motion detection10m
Max micro-motion / static detection2.5m
Breathing detectionSupported
Detection angle120°

The same wideband mmWave radar core as the Zigbee and WiFi presence sensors — 24GHz, 10m motion, 2.5m micro-motion, breathing detection, 120° field. Most mmWave presence sensors on the market detect micro-motion at only 1.5m or less; our presence sensor reaches 2.5m, covering the full bed area from a standard ceiling height. The difference is the radio and certification: this Matter presence sensor uses Matter over Thread for the interoperable premium tier. The presence sensor outperforms PIR presence sensors (which suffer high false-positive rates in summer when ambient temperature approaches body temperature) and standard 5.8GHz presence sensors in static-occupancy accuracy.

mmWave Presence Sensor vs PIR Detector

A presence detector comparison matters: PIR presence detectors trigger on body-against-background thermal contrast, and they fail in two well-documented scenarios — stationary occupants (sleeping, reading, desk work) and rooms where ambient temperature approaches body temperature in summer. This mmWave presence sensor outperforms PIR presence detectors in both cases. The wideband 24GHz radar core detects micro-motion and breathing at 2.5m, holding the room "occupied" while a guest sleeps — a presence detector behavior PIR presence sensors cannot match. For specifiers choosing between a PIR presence detector and an mmWave presence sensor, the mmWave presence sensor delivers higher true-positive rates on stationary occupancy. The presence sensor reaches the full bed area from a standard ceiling height, where most mmWave presence sensors on the market stop at 1.5m. Standard 5.8GHz presence detectors lose accuracy against reflective surfaces; this wideband mmWave presence sensor is robust to indoor multipath.

Installation and power

The presence sensor flush-mounts into a standard ceiling cutout. DC5V low-voltage input simplifies OEM integration — the presence sensor is embeddable into powered fixtures and USB-powered installations. For retrofit projects, the presence sensor pairs with a supplied DC5V power adapter. A Thread border router is required to commission the Matter presence sensor — once commissioned, the presence sensor operates autonomously.

Presence Detection Sensor for Smart Building Automation

A presence detection sensor sits at the heart of any modern smart building automation stack — HVAC zoning, lighting scenes, occupancy-driven energy savings. This presence detection sensor combines mmWave radar with Matter over Thread so the presence detection signal is broadcast across the entire building mesh. As a presence detection sensor, it reports three distinct states (motion, micro-motion, breathing) so downstream automation can pick the right state for the right action — for example, dim the lights to 30% on micro-motion, but keep HVAC at comfort on breathing only. For teams building a presence detection sensor mesh across multiple rooms, Thread's self-healing network makes the presence detection sensor fleet reliable at building scale without dedicated gateways. The presence detection sensor integrates natively with Apple Home, Google Home, and Alexa for end-customer control, and with major BMS platforms for specifier-grade automation.

mmWave Sensors and Modules Market: Where This Presence Sensor Fits

The mmWave sensors and modules market is segmented by frequency band, certification tier, and integration model. Entry-level consumer mmWave presence sensors (5.8GHz, WiFi/Zigbee) sit at the low end — they detect motion but lose accuracy on stationary occupants and lack enterprise certifications. Industrial-grade 60GHz mmWave presence sensors (Texas Instruments IWR6843, Infineon BGT60, Vayyar) target OEM integrators with reference designs and engineering support, but they require external radios for ecosystem integration. This presence sensor occupies the mid-to-premium tier of the mmWave sensors and modules market: 24GHz wideband mmWave radar core for stationary-occupancy accuracy, Matter certification for ecosystem interoperability, and OEM pricing in the 1000-lot band. For presence sensor buyers comparing the mmWave sensors and modules market by use case, this Matter-over-Thread presence sensor is the right fit for premium hospitality, high-end residential, and spec-driven commercial projects where Matter certification is a bidding requirement. The presence sensor is also available as a module for OEM integrators building their own mmWave sensors and modules market products.

Applications

  • Premium hotel rooms: the Matter presence sensor integrates with Apple Home or Google Home for boutique properties. The presence sensor provides true occupancy for guest room automation.
  • High-end residential: the presence sensor enables presence automation across ecosystems without lock-in. The Matter presence sensor works with any platform.
  • Spec-driven commercial: projects requiring Matter certification need a Matter presence sensor — this presence sensor meets the spec.
  • Healthcare and elder care: the presence sensor provides non-intrusive room occupancy with breathing detection. The Matter presence sensor is ideal for monitored care.

Certifications and export

CE, FCC, RoHS, and Matter certified — every presence sensor ships with compliance documents. ISO 9001 manufacturing ensures each Matter presence sensor meets consistent quality. The presence sensor ships in 3-5 days for samples; mass production of the Matter presence sensor runs 7-10 days with FOB Shenzhen, CIF, or DDP logistics. OEM branding and protocol customization are available at MOQ — your branded Matter presence sensor, built to your presence sensor specification.

Key selling points

Matter native

This Matter presence sensor works across Apple Home, Google Home, and Alexa without proprietary bridges — the presence sensor is future-proof for premium hospitality and smart-home projects.

True presence detection with breathing sensing

The Matter presence sensor uses 24GHz wideband radar to detect static occupancy and breathing. The presence sensor keeps the room "occupied" while a guest sleeps or sits — a true presence sensor where PIR presence sensors fail.

10m motion, 2.5m micro-motion range

The presence sensor detects gross movement up to 10m and breathing-level micro-motion up to 2.5m with a 120° field of view — the Matter presence sensor covers large rooms from one ceiling mount.

Thread mesh reliability

The Matter presence sensor uses Thread networking that delivers low-latency, self-healing mesh for whole-building presence sensor fleets — the presence sensor network stays connected at scale.

Low-voltage DC5V design

DC5V input for OEM integration of this presence sensor into powered fixtures and USB-powered installations. The Matter presence sensor ships with a power adapter for retrofits.

Technical specifications

Detection TechnologymmWave radar (wideband)
Frequency Band24GHz
Max Motion Detection Range10m
Max Micro-motion / Static Detection Range2.5m
Breathing DetectionSupported
Detection Angle120°
Detection TypeMotion + micro-motion + static presence + breathing
MountingFlush ceiling mount
Power SupplyDC5V
Standby Power< 0.5W
CommunicationThread 1.3 (Matter over Thread)
EcosystemApple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Samsung SmartThings
Operating Temperature-10°C to +55°C
IP RatingIP54
DimensionsΦ86mm x 35mm
HousingFire-retardant PC, white
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