{"product_id":"firebeetle-2-esp32-c5-iot-development-board-2-4-5ghz-wi-fi-6-solar-charging-home-assistant","title":"FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 IoT Development Board (2.4 \/ 5GHz Wi-Fi 6, Solar Charging, Home Assistant)","description":"\u003ch4\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003edual-band (2.4 \u0026amp; 5 GHz) Wi-Fi 6\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor unparalleled wireless performance, a comprehensive multi-protocol hub supporting BLE, Zigbee, and Thread, and an advanced\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003epower management system with integrated solar charging\u003c\/b\u003e. 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\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eHome Assistant ecosystem\u003c\/b\u003e, the ESP32-C5 provides the necessary performance and flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/dfimg.dfrobot.com\/enshop\/image\/data\/DFR1222\/ESP32-C5_0x0.jpg.webp\" alt=\"FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 IoT development board\" title=\"FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 IoT development board\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSuperior Wireless Performance with Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHigh-Throughput Data Streaming\u003c\/b\u003e: 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. \u003cb\u003eLow-Latency Control\u003c\/b\u003e: Facilitates the creation of highly responsive robotics, real-time interactive systems, and industrial controllers where precise command execution is essential.\n\u003cp\u003eFurthermore, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/dfimg.dfrobot.com\/enshop\/20250908\/C5_0x0.jpg.webp\" alt=\"FireBeetle 2 ESP32 C5 Wireless Performance with Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6\" title=\"FireBeetle 2 ESP32 C5 Wireless Performance with Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlexible Power, Endless Deployment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVersatile Power Supply Options\u003c\/b\u003e: 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIntegrated Solar Charging\u003c\/b\u003e: 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIntelligent Power Saving\u003c\/b\u003e: 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnified Wireless Hub for Future-Proof IoT\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtending 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMatter-Ready\u003c\/b\u003e: 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAdvanced Gateway Functionality\u003c\/b\u003e: 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRapid Prototyping with the FireBeetle Ecosystem\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned with the developer in mind, the FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 incorporates features that simplify development and accelerate prototyping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOnboard GDI for Displays\u003c\/b\u003e: 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConvenient Peripherals\u003c\/b\u003e: 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMulti-Platform Software Support\u003c\/b\u003e: 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 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