Introducing the ultimate addition to your project toolkit—the ESP32C3 board! This board is packed with features that will add both functionality and flair to your creations. Featuring the powerful ESP32C3 chip and dazzling RGB lights, it's a must-have for any electronics enthusiast. I can't believe you're still reading this and haven't ordered a few already!
Key Features:
Ultra-Compact Design:
RISC-V 32-bit single-core processor at 160MHz
Built-in 400 KB SRAM and 4 MB Flash
Integrated 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi
Supports long-distance Bluetooth 5 (LE) with industry-leading RF performance and low power consumption
Advanced Security:
RSA-3072-based secure boot
AES-128-XTS-based flash encryption for enhanced Bluetooth security
Versatile Applications:
Ideal for space-constrained or battery-powered devices such as wearables, medical devices, sensors, and other IoT devices
Fully compatible with Arduino, MicroPython, ESP32-IDF, and other mainstream development platforms
High Integration:
C3FH4 RGB Includes:
2 channels of 5V to 3.3V DC/DC
11 GPIOs
25 programmable RGB lights arranged in a 5x5 matrix
2 buttons for user interaction
Finely tuned RF circuit for stable and reliable wireless communication
Specifications:
SoC/SiP: ESP32-C3FH4 with RISC-V core @ 160 MHz, 4MB flash, 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5 LE with Long-Range support
Ceramic Antenna: Ensures robust connectivity
Display: 25x WS2812B-1515 RGB LEDs in a 5×5 matrix
USB: 1x USB Type-C port for power and programming via CH340E USB to TTL chip
Expansion: 2x 7-pin headers with up to 11x GPIOs, 5V, 3.3V, GND
Miscellaneous: Enable and user buttons, power LED, status/user LED, and an additional 4-pin header
Dimensions: 21 x 18 mm
Weight: About 2.3 grams
Get Started with Ease:
GitHub Code Examples: Check out the ESP32 C3 and ESP32 PICO D4 repositories for sample codes like “BlinkWithoutDelay,” “RGBWstrandtest,” and “strandtest_wheel.” Adjust the code to suit your needs.
Important Upload Instructions( I didn't have to do this but it is in the manufacturers information): For Arduino IDE, Hold down B button on board, press R button and release again but keep on pressing B, trigger Arduino IDE to upload sketch, keep B pressed until Arduino IDE says that it's connected. Then you can release B button.
Arduino Serial Monitor: Enable "CDC on Boot" in Tools | USB CDC On Boot to view serial monitor output.
This ESP32C3 board is perfect for adding a splash of color and advanced functionality to your projects. Whether you're building wearables, sensors, or any IoT devices, this board's high performance, low power consumption, and dazzling RGB lights will elevate your creations. Don't miss out—get your hands on this spankingly awesome board today!
ARDUINO: To view messages in the Serial Monitor: To view the serial monitor output with this device, according to the documentation:
Serial works with "CDC enable on boot" set to true.
So I searched all over the lands of the Internet and spent a long time trying to find this.. turns out - it's literally just in Tools | USB CDC On Boot and choose enabled.You're welcome!
