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ESP32-C6-MINI-1-H8

ESP32-C6-MINI-1-H8

Espressif Systems
Multiprotocol Modules ESP32-C6-MINI-1 and ESP32-C6-MINI-1U are two powerful, general-purpose Wi-Fi, IEEE 802.15.4, and Bluetooth LE modules. The rich set of peripherals and high performance make the module an ideal choice for smart homes, industrial automation, health car
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Overview

The ESP32-C6-MINI-1-H8 is a highly integrated, multiprotocol wireless module powered by a 32-bit RISC-V core. It provides comprehensive connectivity including 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5 (LE), and IEEE 802.15.4 (Zigbee/Thread), making it a versatile choice for Matter-compatible IoT designs. This specific H8 variant features 8 MB of integrated SPI flash to support complex firmware and OTA updates.

Why Choose This Part

This module offers native support for Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), which improves spectral efficiency and reduces power consumption in congested networks. Its support for the IEEE 802.15.4 standard allows for seamless integration into Thread and Zigbee mesh networks within a single hardware footprint. The small MINI form factor and integrated PCB antenna simplify PCB layout for compact IoT devices.

Applications

Matter-Enabled Smart Home Hubs
Bridges Wi-Fi, Thread, and Bluetooth protocols to create interoperable smart home ecosystems.
Industrial Automation
Utilizes the robust Wi-Fi 6 protocol for reliable wireless sensing and control in high-density environments.
Energy Management Systems
Monitors and transmits power usage data via Zigbee or Wi-Fi while maintaining low power consumption.
Healthcare Monitoring
Securely transmits patient data over encrypted Bluetooth LE or Wi-Fi links in portable medical devices.

Getting Started

Developers should use the Espressif IoT Development Framework (ESP-IDF) for full access to the RISC-V core and multiprotocol features, or the Arduino core for rapid prototyping. For hardware evaluation, the ESP32-C6-DevKitC-1 development board provides easy access to the module pins and integrated USB-to-UART bridging.

Dev Boards

Development boards and breakout modules featuring the ESP32-C6-MINI-1-H8 or compatible chips — ready to use for prototyping.

ESP32-C6-DEVKITC-1-N8 Espressif Systems
The ESP32-C6-DEVKITC-1-N8 from Espressif Systems is a development board designed for RF, RFID, and wireless applications
Digi-Key Mouser 2,015 in stock
ESP32-C6-DEVKITM-1-N4 Espressif Systems
ESP32-C6-MINI-1 ESP32-C Bluetooth® 5.x (BLE) Transceiver 2.4GHz Evaluation Board
Digi-Key 259 in stock
ESP32-C61-DevKitC-1-N8R2 Espressif Systems
Multiprotocol Development Tools ESP32-C61-DevKitC-1 is an entry-level development board based on ESP32-C61-WROOM-1, a ge
Mouser 99 in stock
ESP32-C6-DevKitC-1 Espressif
Official Espressif development kit for ESP32-C6 for direct access to reference examples and pinouts.
Mouser 625 in stock
ESP32-C6 ESP32-C 802.11 b/g/n/ax (WiFi/WLAN/Wi-Fi 6), 802.15.4 (Thread, Zigbee®), Bluetooth® 5.x (BLE) Transceiver 2.4GH
Digi-Key 1,458 in stock

Also Consider

ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N8R2 Espressif Systems - Offers dual-core Xtensa performance and AI acceleration instructions if higher computational power is required over multiprotocol support.
ESP32-C3-MINI-1-N4 Espressif Systems - A pin-compatible RISC-V alternative if only Wi-Fi 4 and Bluetooth LE are needed, reducing system cost.
MGM240P SiLSilicon Labs - Provides a high-performance alternative focused on Matter, Thread, and Zigbee with specialized security features.