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Dual Band WiFi 6 IoT Development Board With Multi Protocol Wireless And Ultra Low Power Design
FireBeetle 2 ESP32 C5 is a high performance low power IoT development board engineered for next generation smart home and large scale IoT applications. Built around the Espressif ESP32 C5 chip it delivers dual band WiFi 6 connectivity on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz enabling faster throughput lower latency and improved network efficiency compared to earlier WiFi generations.
Beyond WiFi the board functions as a powerful multi protocol hub supporting Bluetooth Low Energy Zigbee and Thread making it ideal for Home Assistant ecosystems and heterogeneous smart device networks. Powered by a 240MHz RISC V processor with 384KB SRAM and 4MB flash it balances performance and efficiency while achieving an ultra low deep sleep current of just twenty one microampere. An advanced power management system with integrated solar charging further extends its suitability for outdoor and energy constrained deployments.
Key Features
- ESP32 C5 RISC V Architecture
High efficiency 240MHz processor designed for advanced IoT workloads
- Dual Band WiFi 6 Connectivity
Supports both 2.4GHz and 5GHz WiFi 6 for high speed low latency communication
- Multi Protocol Wireless Support
Integrated Bluetooth Low Energy Zigbee and Thread for smart home interoperability
- Ultra Low Power Operation
Deep sleep current as low as twenty one microampere for battery and solar powered systems
- Integrated Solar Charging Support
Enables sustainable power solutions for outdoor and remote IoT nodes
The FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 is a high-performance, low-power IoT development board intended for sophisticated smart home and large-scale IoT applications. Its fundamental strength is the breakthrough Espressif ESP32-C5 processor, which provides dual-band (2.4 & 5 GHz) Wi-Fi 6 for unrivaled wireless performance, a comprehensive multi-protocol hub that supports BLE, Zigbee, and Thread, and an intelligent power management system with integrated solar charging. Powered by a 240 MHz RISC-V processor with 384 KB SRAM and 4 MB Flash, it delivers an ultra-low deep sleep current of only 21 μA. This makes it an excellent choice for demanding applications. Whether you're designing a low-latency robotics controller, a solar-powered outdoor sensor, or a powerful, unique multi-protocol device for a Home Assistant ecosystem, the ESP32-C5 has the necessary performance and flexibility.
Superior Wireless Performance with Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6
The ESP32-C5 is Espressif's first chipset to include dual-band Wi-Fi 6, marking a significant advancement in wireless capabilities for IoT devices. The FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 skips the severely congested 2.4 GHz frequency, resulting in much better transmission rates, lower latency, and drastically decreased interference. This is crucial for:
High-Throughput Data Streaming: Perfect for creating custom IP cameras, FPV drones, and local servers. The 5GHz band's large bandwidth allows for the smooth and reliable streaming of high-definition video.
Low-Latency Control: Enables the development of highly responsive robotics, real-time interactive systems, and industrial controllers requiring accurate command execution.
Furthermore, Wi-Fi 6 technology improves network efficiency by incorporating technologies such as OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access) for improved multi-device performance and TWT (Target Wake Time) to reduce device power consumption while intelligently extending battery life.
Flexible Power, Endless Deployment
The FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 is designed with a powerful and versatile power management system, allowing you to deploy projects anywhere, independent of power availability.
Power Supply Options: The board accepts a variety of power inputs, including Type-C, 5V DC, and a PH2.0 lithium battery interface, all with integrated charge and discharge control for smooth operation.
Integrated Solar Charging: Featuring the same high-efficiency solar power management chip as the popular 5V@1A Solar Power Module (DFR1075), this board allows for a direct connection to a 4.5V~6V solar panel. This enables true off-grid, autonomous deployments for outdoor environmental sensors, remote monitoring stations, and other long-term projects.
Intelligent Power Saving: The ultra-low deep-sleep current of 21 uA ensures maximum battery life. The board also has a controlled 3.3V power output (VCC_EN), which may totally turn off power to external sensors and peripherals, substantially reducing energy consumption.
Unified Wireless Hub for Future-Proof IoT
The FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 is a genuine multi-protocol hub, with compatibility for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5 (BLE), Thread 1.3, and Zigbee 3.0. This adaptability allows for the development of sophisticated, cross-platform IoT ecosystems.
Matter-Ready: The board is ready to create Matter Wi-Fi or Matter Thread end devices, ensuring smooth integration with popular smart home platforms such as Apple HomePod and Google Home.
Advanced Gateway Functionality: This is particularly useful for Home Assistant fans, as it allows the board to function as a dependable Wi-Fi MQTT client, a native Zigbee device, or a future-proof Thread/Matter node, centralizing all smart devices on the network.
Rapid Prototyping with the FireBeetle Ecosystem
Designed with the developer in mind, the FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 incorporates features that simplify development and accelerate prototyping.
Onboard GDI for Displays: The integrated GDI (General Display Interface) allows for a straightforward, solder-free connection to a variety of DFRobot screens, making it simple to incorporate a graphical user interface or data dashboard into a project.
Convenient Peripherals: It has a user-friendly PH2.0 battery interface for a secure and easy battery connection, and it is completely compatible with DFRobot's large ecosystem of Gravity and Fermion series sensors and modules.
Multi-Platform Software Support: Projects can be coded in C/C++ (Arduino IDE) or MicroPython, allowing developers to select the development environment that best matches their talents and project requirements.
Applications
- Balcony Plant Soil Monitoring: Long-term data logging using solar electricity.
- Indoor Air Quality Monitoring: Consistent, real-time data upload via 5GHz WiFi.
- Smart Home Hub: Connects Zigbee lights and Wi-Fi devices smoothly.
- High-Performance FPV and Robotics: Video streaming and control with low latency.
Package Includes:
- FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 IoT Development Boardx1
- 20pin-2.54mm pitch pin headerx2
