The ADIY NodeMCU ESP32U CP2102 is a powerful ESP32-based Wi-Fi and Bluetooth development board designed for applications that require enhanced wireless range and signal reliability. Unlike standard ESP32 boards with onboard PCB antennas, the ESP32U variant features a U.FL connector, allowing connection to an external antenna for improved RF performance.
Built around the ESP32 microcontroller, the board supports dual-mode wireless connectivity, including Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth v4.2 (BR/EDR + BLE). The 30-pin compact NodeMCU layout exposes most of the essential GPIOs and interfaces, enabling easy integration into embedded systems and custom hardware.
With a CP2102 USB-to-UART bridge, programming and debugging are simple and reliable. The board is well suited for IoT gateways, smart devices, industrial automation, and long-range wireless projects, especially where antenna flexibility is critical.
Key Features
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ESP32 dual-core Wi-Fi + Bluetooth + BLE SoC
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External antenna support via U.FL connector
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CP2102 USB-to-UART interface for easy programming
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30-pin NodeMCU form factor
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Dual wireless modes: Wi-Fi & Bluetooth
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Low power consumption design
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Wide operating temperature range
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Supports Arduino IDE, ESP-IDF & Lua scripting
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Ideal for long-range and industrial IoT applications
Technical Specifications
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Operating Voltage: 3.0 V – 3.6 V (Typical 3.3 V)
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Average Operating Current: 80 mA
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Antenna: External antenna via U.FL connector
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Wi-Fi Protocol: 802.11 b/g/n (802.11n up to 150 Mbps)
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Bluetooth: v4.2 BR/EDR & BLE
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ROM: 448 KB
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SRAM: 520 KB
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Crystal Oscillator: 40 MHz
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SPI Flash: 4 MB / 8 MB / 16 MB
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Operating Temperature: –40 °C to +85 °C
Supported Interfaces:
SD card, UART, SPI, SDIO, I2C, LED PWM, Motor PWM, I2S, IR, Pulse Counter, GPIO, Capacitive Touch Sensor, ADC, DAC, TWAI® (CAN 2.0, ISO11898-1 compatible)
Applications
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IoT gateways & smart home hubs
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Long-range Wi-Fi / Bluetooth projects
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Industrial automation & control systems
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Wireless sensor networks
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Robotics and motor control
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CAN-based embedded systems
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DIY electronics & prototyping
Package Includes
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1 × ADIY NodeMCU ESP32U CP2102 Development Board
(External antenna not included unless specified)