SparkFun ESP8266 Thing Dev Board w/ FTDI USB-to-Serial
The SparkFun ESP8266 Thing Dev Board is a dedicated development platform for the ESP8266 Wi-Fi SoC, featuring an integrated FTDI USB-to-serial converter for seamless programming via the Arduino IDE. It operates on a 3.3V logic level with a wide 3.3V to 5V supply range, ideal for IoT prototyping and connected device development.
Features
- Integrated FTDI USB-to-Serial chip eliminates the need for external programmers, enabling direct uploads from the Arduino IDE.
- Full ESP8266 pin breakout with breadboard-compatible 0.1″ headers for easy peripheral and sensor interfacing.
- On-board 3.3V regulator ensures stable power delivery from USB or external 3.3V-5V sources via JST, screw terminal, or header.
- Dual antenna options: default PCB trace antenna and a U.FL connector for external, high-gain Wi-Fi antennas.
- Supports 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi with soft-AP and Wi-Fi Direct (P2P) modes for flexible network topologies.
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The SparkFun ESP8266 Thing Dev Board is a streamlined development platform centered on the ESP8266, a cost-effective Wi-Fi enabled microcontroller. It integrates an FTDI USB-to-serial converter, allowing firmware development and upload directly via a USB cable without additional hardware. The board breaks out all ESP8266 GPIOs to two parallel rows of 0.1″-pitch headers, making it breadboard-friendly for rapid prototyping.
Power management is handled by an onboard 3.3V regulator, accepting inputs from USB or external sources via multiple connector footprints. The ESP8266 core delivers +19.5dBm output power in 802.11b mode and includes an integrated TCP/IP stack, TR switch, balun, LNA, and power amplifier. For antenna flexibility, the board provides a default PCB trace antenna and a U.FL connector for attaching external antennas to extend range or fit within enclosures.
Additional Information
| Weight | 0.006 kg |
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| Dimensions | 5.6 × 2.65 cm |
