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# FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 IoT Development Board (2.4 / 5GHz Wi-Fi 6, Solar Charging, Home Assistant)

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FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 IoT microcontroller, powered by a 240 MHz RISC-V processor (Espressif ESP32-C5 chip), features dual-band (2.4 & 5 GHz) Wi-Fi 6,...

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## Description

The 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 **dual-band (2.4 & 5 GHz) Wi-Fi 6** for unparalleled wireless performance, a comprehensive multi-protocol hub supporting BLE, Zigbee, and Thread, and an advanced **power management system with integrated solar charging**.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 23 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 **Home Assistant ecosystem**, the ESP32-C5 provides the necessary performance and flexibility.

![FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 IoT development board](https://dfimg.dfrobot.com/enshop/image/data/DFR1222/ESP32-C5_0x0.jpg.webp)

**Superior Wireless Performance with Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6**

The 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:

5. **High-Throughput Data Streaming**: 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.
6. **Low-Latency Control**: Facilitates the creation of highly responsive robotics, real-time interactive systems, and industrial controllers where precise command execution is essential.
Furthermore, 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.

![FireBeetle 2 ESP32 C5 Wireless Performance with Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6](https://dfimg.dfrobot.com/enshop/20250908/C5_0x0.jpg.webp)

**Flexible Power, Endless Deployment**

The 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.

11. **Versatile Power Supply Options**: 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.
12. **Integrated Solar Charging**: 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.
13. **Intelligent Power Saving**: Maximum battery life is achieved with an ultra-low deep-sleep current of 23 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.
**Unified Wireless Hub for Future-Proof IoT**

Extending 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.

16. **Matter-Ready**: 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.
17. **Advanced Gateway Functionality**: 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.
**Rapid Prototyping with the FireBeetle Ecosystem**

Designed with the developer in mind, the FireBeetle 2 ESP32-C5 incorporates features that simplify development and accelerate prototyping.

20. **Onboard GDI for Displays**: 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.
21. **Convenient Peripherals**: 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.
22. **Multi-Platform Software Support**: 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 requirements.
**Note:**

24. The trial version of the board uses the ESP32-C5 ECO1 version. The officially sold version features Espressif's mass-produced ESP32-C5 module (ECO2 version) with enhanced performance.
25. Current Arduino IDE support is available on the esp32 v3.3.0-alpha1 development branch. Please refer to the product wiki for detailed setup instructions.
### Specification

Basic Parameters

28. Operating Voltage: 3.3V
29. Type-C Input Voltage: 5V DC
30. VIN Input Voltage: 5V DC or 4.5-6V solar panel
31. Maximum Charging Current: 0.5A
32. Sleep Current: 23 µA (ECO1 version, deep sleep mode, battery powered)
33. Module Size: 25.4 x 60 mm
Hardware Information

35. Processor: RISC-V single-core processor
36. Clock Frequency: 240 MHz
37. SRAM: 384 KB
38. ROM: 320 KB
39. Flash: 4 MB
40. LP SRAM: 16 KB
Wi-Fi

42. Wi-Fi Frequency Bands: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, 1T1R
43. Wi-Fi Protocols: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
44. IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n (data rate up to 150 Mbps)
45. IEEE 802.11ax (20 MHz-only non-AP mode)
46. Wi-Fi Modes: Station mode, SoftAP mode, SoftAP+Station mode and Promiscuous mode
Bluetooth

48. Bluetooth Protocols: Bluetooth 5, Bluetooth mesh
49. Bluetooth Frequencies: 125 Kbps, 500 Kbps, 1 Mbps, 2 Mbps
IEEE 802.15.4

51. Compatible with IEEE 802.15.4-2015 protocol
52. Frequency Band: 2.4 GHz
53. Data Rate: 250 Kbps
54. Supports Thread 1.3, Zigbee 3.0
Interface Pins

56. Digital I/O x18
57. LED PWM Controller with 6 channels
58. SPI x1
59. UART x3 (LP UART x1)
60. I2C x2 (LP I2C x1)
61. I2S x1
62. Infrared Transceiver: 5 transmitting channels, 5 receiving channels
63. 1x 12-bit SAR ADC with 7 channels
64. DMA Controller with 3 receiving channels and 3 transmitting channels
### Documents

66. [Product wiki](https://wiki.dfrobot.com/SKU_DFR1222_Firebeetle_2_ESP32_C5_Development_Board)
67. [TUTORIAL - Connect to Home Assistant with MQTT](https://www.dfrobot.com/blog-18423.html)

## Images

- [Product image 1](https://core-electronics.com.au/media/catalog/product/D/F/DFR1222-1.jpg)