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IoT Development Kit With WiFi 6 And Multi Protocol Wireless Support For Smart Home Systems
FireBeetle 2 ESP32 C5 development kit is a powerful and flexible platform designed for modern smart home and IoT applications. Built around the ESP32 C5 microcontroller and paired with a dedicated IO expansion shield it delivers high performance wireless connectivity extensive protocol support and easy hardware integration for rapid development.
At its core the ESP32 C5 supports dual band WiFi 6 operation on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz along with Bluetooth 5 Thread and Zigbee. This makes the kit ideal for Home Assistant integration smart home gateways and multi protocol IoT devices. With robust power management and expanded IO access the FireBeetle 2 ESP32 C5 development kit is well suited for prototyping and deployment of next generation connected systems.
Key Features
- ESP32 C5 Based Development Platform
Designed for advanced IoT and smart home application development
- Dual Band WiFi 6 Connectivity
Supports both 2.4GHz and 5GHz WiFi 6 for fast and reliable networking
- Multi Protocol Wireless Support
Bluetooth 5 Zigbee and Thread enable flexible device interoperability
- IO Expansion Shield Included
Provides easy access to extended GPIO interfaces for peripherals and sensors
- Optimised For Smart Home And Home Assistant
Ideal for building hubs gateways and automation controllers
This permits smooth connection with modern smart home platforms. It's great for DIY enthusiasts who want to create unique devices for open-source systems like Home Assistant or commercial solutions that work with Matter. The development kit has a clever power management system with solar charging capability and an ultra-low deep sleep current of 21 μA. The bundled solderless IO extension board makes prototyping easier, making it suitable for constructing complex applications like bespoke Home Assistant sensor nodes, solar-powered outdoor monitors that report back via MQTT, or even a multi-protocol Zigbee/Thread gateway.
Next-Generation Connectivity with Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6
The ESP32-C5 is Espressif's first module to enable Wi-Fi 6 over both the 2.4 and 5 GHz bands. The 5 GHz spectrum enables faster transmission speeds, lower latency, and less interference, resulting in more stable and responsive wireless communications. Wi-Fi 6 technology improves network capacity and efficiency through OFDMA and TWT processes, lowering device power consumption and increasing battery life for long-term deployments.
Figure: FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 with IO Expansion Board
Figure: FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 with Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6
Unified Smart Home Ecosystem with Multi-Protocol Support
This development board natively supports the Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5, Thread, and Zigbee protocols. This extensive support enables the construction of Matter end-devices via Wi-Fi or Thread, resulting in cross-platform interoperability among smart home appliances. This adaptability makes it an invaluable tool for Home Assistant users, who can use it to construct dependable MQTT clients, custom Zigbee devices, and experiment with Thread and Matter integrations all on a single board.
Flexible & Efficient Power Management
The board is designed for varied deployments and supports several power sources, including Type-C, 5V DC, and direct solar panel input for charging a lithium battery. An integrated solar power management IC increases charging efficiency under varied lighting conditions, making it ideal for outdoor or power-constrained applications. Onboard devices monitor battery levels and include a controlled 3.3V power output that can de-energize peripheral sensors to reduce power consumption while idle.
Rapid Prototyping with Solderless IO Expansion Board
The kit contains a dedicated IO extension board, which avoids the necessity for soldering during the early development stages. All IO pins from the FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 are routed to easily accessible headers with explicit functional partitions. This design enables the quick and direct connection of numerous sensors, displays, and peripherals, allowing for instant out-of-the-box use and speeding up the transition from concept to functioning prototype.
Applications
- Matter Smart Devices
- Off-Grid Weather Station
- High-Speed, Low-Latency Robot Controller
- Multi-Protocol IoT Gateway
- Prototype Interactive Art & Wearables
Package Includes:
- FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 IO Expansion Kitx1
