Name: FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 IoT Development Board (2.4 / 5GHz Wi-Fi 6, Solar Charging, Home Assistant)
Brand: DFRobot
SKU: DFR1222
Price: 6.9 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.00 (1 reviews)

Introduction

The FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 is a high-performance, low-power IoT development board designed for advanced smart home and extensive IoT applications. Its core strength lies in the groundbreaking Espressif ESP32-C5 chip, offering dual-band (2.4 & 5 GHz) Wi-Fi 6 for unparalleled wireless performance, a comprehensive multi-protocol hub supporting BLE, Zigbee, and Thread, and an advanced power management system with integrated solar charging. Powered by a 240 MHz RISC-V processor with 384 KB SRAM and 4 MB Flash, it achieves an ultra-low deep-sleep current of just 21 μA. This makes it an ideal solution for demanding applications. Whether for building a low-latency robotics controller, a solar-powered outdoor sensor, or a powerful, custom multi-protocol device for a Home Assistant ecosystem, the ESP32-C5 provides the necessary performance and flexibility.

FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 IoT development board

Superior Wireless Performance with Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6

The ESP32-C5 is Espressif's first chipset to integrate dual-band Wi-Fi 6, representing a monumental leap in wireless capabilities for IoT devices. By providing access to the 5 GHz band, the FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 bypasses the heavily congested 2.4 GHz spectrum, resulting in significantly higher transmission rates, lower latency, and dramatically reduced interference. This is critical for:

High-Throughput Data Streaming: Ideal for developing custom IP cameras, FPV drones, or local servers. The high bandwidth of the 5GHz band ensures smooth and reliable streaming of high-definition video.

Low-Latency Control: Facilitates the creation of highly responsive robotics, real-time interactive systems, and industrial controllers where precise command execution is essential.

Furthermore, Wi-Fi 6 technology enhances network efficiency through features like OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access) for better multi-device performance and TWT (Target Wake Time) to reduce device power consumption, intelligently extending battery life.

FireBeetle 2 ESP32 C5 Wireless Performance with Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6

Flexible Power, Endless Deployment

The FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 is engineered with a robust and versatile power management system, providing the flexibility to deploy projects anywhere, regardless of power constraints.

Versatile Power Supply Options: The board supports multiple power inputs, including Type-C, 5V DC, and a PH2.0 lithium battery interface, complete with integrated charge and discharge management for seamless 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: Maximum battery life is achieved with an ultra-low deep-sleep current of 21 μA. The board also features a controllable 3.3V power output (VCC_EN), which can completely cut power to external sensors and peripherals, further minimizing energy consumption.

Unified Wireless Hub for Future-Proof IoT

Extending beyond a single protocol, the FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 is a true multi-protocol hub, supporting Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5 (BLE), Thread 1.3, and Zigbee 3.0. This versatility enables the creation of sophisticated, cross-platform IoT ecosystems.

Matter-Ready: The board is equipped to develop Matter Wi-Fi or Matter Thread end devices, ensuring seamless interoperability with major smart home platforms like Apple HomePod and Google Home.

Advanced Gateway Functionality: This is especially powerful for Home Assistant enthusiasts, allowing the board to act as a reliable Wi-Fi MQTT client, a native Zigbee device, or a future-proof Thread/Matter node, centralizing all smart devices in 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 an easy, solder-free connection to a wide range of DFRobot screens, making it simple to add a graphical user interface or data dashboard to a project.

Convenient Peripherals: Features a user-friendly PH2.0 battery interface for secure and convenient battery connection and is fully compatible with DFRobot's extensive ecosystem of Gravity and Fermion series sensors and modules.

Multi-Platform Software Support: Projects can be programmed using C/C++ (Arduino IDE) or MicroPython, giving developers the flexibility to choose the development environment that best suits their skills and project requirements.

Specification

Basic Parameters

Operating Voltage: 3.3V

Type-C Input Voltage: 5V DC

VIN Input Voltage: 5V DC or 4.5-6V solar panel

Maximum Charging Current: 0.5A

Sleep Current: 21 μA (deep sleep mode, battery powered)

Module Size: 25.4 x 60 mm

Hardware Information

Processor: RISC-V single-core processor

Clock Frequency: 240 MHz

SRAM: 384 KB

ROM: 320 KB

Flash: 4 MB

LP SRAM: 16 KB

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi Frequency Bands: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, 1T1R

Wi-Fi Protocols: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax

IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n (data rate up to 150 Mbps)

IEEE 802.11ax (20 MHz-only non-AP mode)

Wi-Fi Modes: Station mode, SoftAP mode, SoftAP+Station mode and Promiscuous mode

Bluetooth

Bluetooth Protocols: Bluetooth 5, Bluetooth mesh

Bluetooth Frequencies: 125 Kbps, 500 Kbps, 1 Mbps, 2 Mbps

IEEE 802.15.4

Compatible with IEEE 802.15.4-2015 protocol

Frequency Band: 2.4 GHz

Data Rate: 250 Kbps

Supports Thread 1.3, Zigbee 3.0

Interface Pins

Digital I/O x18

LED PWM Controller with 6 channels

SPI x1

UART x3 (LP UART x1)

I2C x2 (LP I2C x1)

I2S x1

Infrared Transceiver: 5 transmitting channels, 5 receiving channels

1x 12-bit SAR ADC with 7 channels

DMA Controller with 3 receiving channels and 3 transmitting channels

FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 IoT Development Board (2.4 / 5GHz Wi-Fi 6, Solar Charging, Home Assistant)

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