
Description:
Compact ESP8266-12E WiFi module with UART, SPI, I²C, deep sleep support and integrated antenna — ideal for IoT, smart home & embedded projects.
The ESP8266-12E WiFi Serial Transceiver Module (ESP-12E) is a powerful and economical module built around the ESP8266EX chip. It features built-in WiFi (802.11 b/g/n), UART interface, GPIO pins, SPI, I²C and a 10-bit ADC, making it ideal for embedded IoT and smart home applications. The module is widely used in DIY, hobbyist, and professional IoT projects.
With support for deep sleep (ultra-low power mode), the ESP-12E enables battery-powered or energy-efficient designs. It’s ideal for wireless sensors, smart switches, telemetry, data logging, and many more embedded projects.
Specifications:
| Chipset / MCU | ESP8266EX (Tensilica L106) |
| WiFi Standard | IEEE 802.11 b/g/n (2.4 GHz) |
| Supply Voltage | 3.0 – 3.6 V (nominal 3.3 V) |
| Flash Memory | Typically 4 MB (varies by module) |
| CPU Clock | 80 MHz (typical) — can go up to 160 MHz in many variants |
| GPIO / Interfaces | UART, SPI, I²C (software), GPIO pins, 10-bit ADC (one channel) |
| Current Consumption | Typical active current ~70–80 mA; peaks when WiFi transmitting. |
| Deep Sleep Current | Very low (µA level) in deep sleep mode |
| Operating Temperature | –40 °C to +125 °C |
| Module Size | ~16 × 24 mm (depending on PCB variant) |
Features:
- Supports APSD for optimal VoIP applications
- Patented spurious noise cancellation algorithm for integration in SOC applications
- Supports Bluetooth co-existence interface
- Self-calibrated RF to ensure optimal performance under all operating conditions
- Zero factory tuning
- No external RF components
Compatibility & Use Cases:
This module can be used as a standalone WiFi-enabled microcontroller or as a wireless interface for other microcontrollers (e.g. Arduino, STM32). Common use cases:
- IoT sensors, smart home devices
- Remote telemetry, data logging
- Wireless control & automation
- WiFi-enabled embedded systems
- Prototyping in Arduino / ESPHome / MicroPython envs
It can be flashed via UART (using FTDI / USB-to-serial) and supports OTA firmware updates in many setups.
Package Included:
- 1 x ESP8266-12E WiFi Serial Transceiver Module