DFRobot FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C6 IoT Dev Board (Wi-Fi 6, BLE 5, Solar)
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DFRobot FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C6 IoT Dev Board (Wi-Fi 6, BLE 5, Solar)

₹839.00 (Inclusive of all taxes)
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The DFRobot FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C6 is a low-power IoT development board built around Espressif’s RISC-V-based ESP32-C6 SoC, supporting Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5, Zigbee 3.0, and Thread 1.3 for versatile smart home and industrial automation projects. It features integrated solar charging management for battery-powered, off-grid deployments and is programmable via Arduino IDE or ESP-IDF.

Features

  • ESP32-C6 RISC-V Core: Features a 160MHz single-core RISC-V processor supporting Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5, Zigbee 3.0, and Thread 1.3 protocols for multi-protocol IoT connectivity.
  • Ultra-Low Power Operation: Achieves a deep sleep current of just 16µA, enabling long-term battery or solar-powered deployments in remote sensing applications.
  • Integrated Solar Power Manager: Onboard solar charging circuit for lithium batteries allows for completely wire-free, self-sustaining installations in outdoor environments.
  • Versatile Power & I/O: Supports power input via USB Type-C, 5V DC, or battery, and includes a GDI interface for easy connection to displays and a full GPIO breakout for sensors.

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Description

The FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C6 is engineered for next-generation, energy-efficient IoT edge nodes. Its core is the Espressif ESP32-C6, which integrates a high-performance 160MHz RISC-V processor with a 2.4GHz radio capable of concurrent Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth Low Energy 5, IEEE 802.15.4 (Zigbee/Thread), and Bluetooth mesh operation. This multi-protocol support allows seamless integration into heterogeneous smart home ecosystems and industrial wireless networks.

Power management is a central design focus, featuring an ultra-low 16µA deep sleep mode and an integrated solar charge controller that optimizes energy harvesting from PV panels for lithium battery charging. This makes the board ideal for permanent, maintenance-light installations where AC power is unavailable. The board’s robust 3.3V logic and comprehensive GPIO and interface breakout facilitate direct connection to a wide array of sensors and peripherals.

Key Features

  • Multi-Protocol Wireless SoC: Based on the Espressif ESP32-C6, supporting Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5/Bluetooth Mesh, Zigbee 3.0, and Thread 1.3 on a single 2.4GHz radio.
  • Advanced Power Harvesting: Integrated solar power management IC enables direct connection to solar panels for autonomous, off-grid battery charging and operation.
  • Ultra-Low Power Design: Engineered for minimal consumption with a deep sleep current of 16µA, extending battery life in periodic sensing applications.
  • Onboard Battery Monitoring: Includes circuitry for real-time battery voltage level detection, allowing for proactive power management in firmware.
  • Developer-Friendly Interfaces: Provides a GDI (Graphical Display Interface) connector for displays, USB Type-C for programming/power, and all accessible GPIO pins for sensor expansion.
  • Robust Ecosystem Support: Fully compatible with Arduino core for ESP32, ESP-IDF, and PlatformIO for advanced firmware development and Over-the-Air (OTA) updates.

Applications

  • Smart Home Automation Hubs: Acts as a multi-protocol coordinator/bridge for Zigbee, Thread, and Wi-Fi devices in home automation systems.
  • Remote Environmental Sensing: Solar-powered weather stations, soil moisture monitors, and air quality sensors for agricultural or urban monitoring.
  • Asset Tracking & Beacon Networks: Low-power Bluetooth mesh or Wi-Fi-based location tracking and sensor data aggregation.
  • Industrial IoT (IIoT) Telemetry: Battery-backed wireless sensor nodes for equipment monitoring, energy metering, and predictive maintenance.

Technical Specifications

Microcontroller/SoCEspressif ESP32-C6 (160MHz RISC-V)
Wireless ProtocolsWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5, BLE Mesh, Zigbee 3.0, Thread 1.3
Frequency Range2.4GHz ISM Band
Supply Voltage3.3V (Input via USB-C, 5V DC, or Li Battery)
Operating CurrentVaries with RF mode
Deep Sleep Current16µA
Charging Current500mA (Solar/DC)
InterfacesUSB Type-C, GDI Display Port, GPIO, I2C, SPI, UART
Operating Temperature-10°C to +60°C
DimensionsApprox. 9cm x 7cm (Board size)

Frequently Asked Questions

What development frameworks are supported for programming the FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C6?

The board is fully supported by the Arduino core for ESP32 and the official Espressif IoT Development Framework (ESP-IDF). You can program it using the Arduino IDE, PlatformIO, or directly with ESP-IDF via VS Code. This allows access to all Wi-Fi 6, BLE 5, Zigbee, and Thread APIs for building multi-protocol applications. OTA updates are also supported for remote firmware deployment.

How do I set up the solar charging functionality for a battery-powered deployment?

Connect a compatible 5-6V solar panel to the board's solar input terminals and attach a 3.7V Li-ion or LiPo battery to the battery connector. The onboard power management IC will automatically regulate the charging current up to 500mA and manage power switching between solar, battery, and USB. Monitor the battery voltage via the dedicated ADC pin in your firmware to implement low-power sleep cycles.

Can the ESP32-C6 run Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Zigbee/Thread simultaneously?

The ESP32-C6's radio supports time-division multiplexing of protocols on the shared 2.4GHz band, allowing it to operate as a concurrent Wi-Fi station/client and Bluetooth/Zigbee/Thread device. However, careful firmware scheduling is required to avoid RF interference. It is ideal for acting as a bridge, translating between different IoT protocol networks like Zigbee sensors and a Wi-Fi cloud connection.

Package Includes

  • 1 x DFRobot FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C6 IoT Development Board

Additional Information

Weight 0.016 kg
Dimensions 7 × 9 × 3 cm

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