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ESP32-DEVKITC-32UE

Name: ESP32-DEVKITC-32UE
Brand: Espressif Systems

Espressif Systems

The ESP32-DEVKITC-32UE evaluation board from Espressif Systems is designed for seamless wireless connectivity in IoT applications. Powered by the ESP32-WROOM-32UE module, it supports dual-mode Bluetooth® Smart Ready 4.x and 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi at 2.4GHz. The board features a robust Xtensa® dual-core 32-bit LX6 microprocessor and is equipped with 4MB flash for efficient handling of complex tasks. It includes 26 GPIO pins and an IPEX U.FL antenna for flexible interfacing and reliable wireless performance.

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Overview

The ESP32-DEVKITC-32UE is a small-scale development board based on the ESP32-WROOM-32UE module, featuring an IPEX connector for an external antenna. It integrates a dual-core Xtensa LX6 microprocessor running up to 240MHz with 520KB RAM and 16MB of flash memory. This board provides a complete solution for high-performance Wi-Fi and Dual-Mode Bluetooth applications in a breadboard-friendly form factor.

Why Choose This Part

The inclusion of an IPEX U.FL connector allows for the use of high-gain external antennas, significantly improving wireless range and signal stability compared to PCB antennas. Its dual-core LX6 processor enables the separation of application code from the wireless stack, preventing latency issues in time-critical tasks.

Applications

IoT Remote Control

Utilizing Wi-Fi and BLE for long-range and short-range wireless control of industrial or home systems.

Robotics Control

The dual-core architecture and high clock speed allow for simultaneous motor control and wireless communication.

Edge Connectivity Hub

Acts as a gateway for multiple sensors using its 17 GPIO pins and 11 ADC channels to process data before transmission.

Key Specifications

Type Transceiver; 802.11 b/g/n (Wi-Fi, WiFi, WLAN), Bluetooth Smart Ready 4.x Dual Mode (BLE)

Contents Board(s)

Frequency 2.4GHz

Utilized IC / Part ESP32-WROOM-32UE

Getting Started

To begin development, connect the board to a PC via its USB-C port and use the Espressif IoT Development Framework (ESP-IDF) or the Arduino IDE with the ESP32 core. Most common peripherals can be accessed through the onboard GPIO pins, and the integrated charging circuit supports PH2.0 lithium batteries for portable operation.