Description
Low power ESP32-C6 development board. The ePulse from ThingPulse is the perfect companion for your battery-powered IoT projects.
Optimized for Low Power Consumption
The ePulse Feather, a low-power ESP32 development board, is optimized for applications requiring low sleep current and LiPo battery support. The VIN pin accommodates voltages between 3.3V and 6V. During deep sleep, the ePulse board consumes only between 18uA (when above 3.3V) and 33uA (when below 3.3V). In comparison, most ESP32 and ESP8266 boards typically consume around 100-130uA.
This exceptionally low sleep consumption makes it ideal for applications where the device remains dormant for extended periods, awakening only when necessary to perform a task. For example, a WiFi remote control for home automation can remain in sleep mode until a user presses one of the buttons. Upon activation, the device wakes up, connects to WiFi, sends the command over MQTT, and then returns to sleep until the next button press.
Ideal Form Factor for Prototyping
The ePulse dev board is perfectly sized to fit into a breadboard, leaving one row of pins free for prototyping your circuit. Additionally, we’ve ensured that the dev board’s PCB does not obstruct the antenna of the ESP32 module. This ensures optimal signal strength for both transmission and reception.
Easy Programming
The ESP32-C6 does not have an external UART chip for programming. The USB-C data lines are connected to the pin 12 and 13 of the ESP32-C6 and the UART chip in the ESP32-C6 takes care of programming and console output.
Powerful ESP32 Module
This board takes advantage of the ESP32-C6-Mini-1 module which breaks out many of the ESP32’s pins. It also comes with 4MB flash memory to store your firmware or a internal file system. The ESP32-C6-Mini-1 module has passed several certification programs like FCC and CE.Â
The ePulse development board gives you access to no less than 20 GPIO pins.
Integrated LiPo Battery Circuitry
The ePulse Feather is an ideal choice for your battery-powered projects. It employs the TP4065 chip to charge your LiPo batteries, and it comes equipped with a standard JST connector for easy connectivity. It’s important to note that the board does not include circuitry for over-discharge protection. We presume that you utilize batteries with built-in protection for this purpose.
Fuel Gauge Chip MAX17048
Accessories
Do you want to run the ePulse Feather C6 from battery? Don’t forget to order one:
From Makers For Makers
We are makers and we want to make your life as easy and fun as possible. We often integrate our dev boards into other projects and we also design enclosures with the boards inside. That’s why we provide the 3D model of the board to you.
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Technical Specifications
| Microcontroller | ESP32-C6H4 |
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| ESP32 Module | ESP32-C6-MINI-1-N4 |
| Input Voltage (VIN pin) | 3V3 – 6V |
| Power Consumption Deep Sleep | ~18uA (above 3.3V), ~33uA (below 3.3V) |
| GPIO Pins | 17 Freely Available 2 Pins Co-Usage with USB D+/D- 1 Pin for Fuel Gauge Alert (selectable by solder bridge) |
| Flash | 4MB (Quad SPI) |
| PSRAM | No External PSRAM |
| UART | USB-CDC (ESP32-C6 internal UART) |
| LDO | XC6220B33 |
| Battery | TP4065 for LiPo |
| Fuel Gauge | |
| Board Dimensions | 50.8 x 24.4mm (PCB) |
Michael Thompson –
I recently got my hands on the ePulse Feather Low-Power ESP32-C6 from ThingPulse, and it’s hands down one of the best microcontroller boards I’ve worked with. The ESP32-C6 core is incredibly powerful, and ThingPulse has done an excellent job optimizing it for low power consumption.
Setting it up was a breeze thanks to the well-documented guides on their website. The board comes with a crystal-clear pin-out diagram which made connecting peripherals straightforward.
One highlight for me is the ultra-low power consumption. It’s perfect for battery-powered projects; during my tests, it significantly outperformed other boards in terms of energy efficiency. The compact size and Feather compatibility mean it’s versatile enough to fit into various projects or stack with other FeatherWing boards.
Additionally, the build quality is top-notch. I’ve also found the customer support from ThingPulse to be superb—they were quick to respond to my queries and provided valuable insights.
Overall, the ePulse Feather Low-Power ESP32-C6 offers an excellent balance of performance and power efficiency. It’s a fantastic choice for anyone looking to build sustainable, battery-efficient IoT projects. I highly recommend it!