# WiFi Module ESP-01 (ESP8266)

**Type:** Product page · **SKU:** CE09543 · **Brand:** [Core Electronics](https://core-electronics.com.au/brands/core-electronics-australia)
**Page:** https://core-electronics.com.au/wifi-module-esp-01-esp8266.html ([markdown](https://core-electronics.com.au/wifi-module-esp-01-esp8266.html.md))

Create powerful and flexible wireless communication in your projects with ease using the WiFi Module ESP-01. This well-known Maker module is perfect for cost-optimised projects with its compact size and reliable connectivity. Programmed via UART interface and with 1MB of flash, it allows for Micropython to be flashed quickly. Get pre-soldered header, simple WiFi communication, and programmable IO pins all in one package.

## Pricing

- **Price:** $6.35 (inc GST) — $5.77 AUD, exc GST
- **Quantity discounts:** 5+ $5.65 (exc GST) · 15+ $5.48 (exc GST)

## Availability & dispatch

- In stock, ships same business day if ordered before 2PM (Australia/Sydney).
- We can dispatch 5 today; more stock is typically available with a 8–12 day lead time.

## Description

Add small form factor WiFi to your projects with ease!

A well-known Maker module, the ESP01 features in many cost-optimised projects to add wireless communications.

The 1MB of flash allows for Micropython to be flashed onto the board making development quick.

This module is programmed via a UART interface. Grab a [converter kit here](https://core-electronics.com.au/sparkfun-ftdi-starter-kit-3-3v.html).

Check out our guide with a brief history of the famous ESP01 that covers [how to get up and running with the Arduino IDE](https://core-electronics.com.au/guides/using-esp8266-with-arduino-ide/).

### Features

- Pre-Soldered header
- UART communication for programming and sending AT commands
- Allows for simple WiFi and ESP-NOW communications with an external module
 
### Specifications

- Based on the ESP8266
- 3.3V Power supply
- 2 Programmable IO Pins
- 1MB onboard Flash
 
### Documents

- [Datasheet](https://core-electronics.com.au/attachments/uploads/ESP-01-WiFi-Module.pdf)

## Images

- [Product image 1](https://core-electronics.com.au/media/catalog/product/C/E/CE09543-1.jpg)