Mini Sparkle Motion - WLED-friendly ESP32 NeoPixel LED Driver
100 units will be available shortly.
Adafruit Sparkle Motion Mini – Compact WLED Smart LED Driver
The Adafruit Sparkle Motion Mini is a streamlined version of our Sparkle Motion series, designed to be the smallest and most powerful WLED-friendly LED driver in its class. Inspired by our resident mermaid and fire-dancer FirePixie, this board is built for compact, high-performance LED projects.
To shrink it down to just under 1 square inch, we removed high-voltage support and the built-in IR receiver while keeping essential features for WLED, ESP32, and smart LED control.
Key Features:
- Powered via USB-C – Supports up to 5V 4A input, ideal for portable USB battery packs.
- 4A Resetting Fuse – Protects against over-current draw.
- ESP32 Mini Module – Built-in antenna port, dual-core 240MHz Tensilica, WiFi, and Bluetooth (LE & Classic).
- USB-Serial Converter – With auto-reset for easy programming.
- Dual 5V-Level Shifted LED Outputs – 0.1" spaced breakout pads (compatible with optional terminal blocks).
- Extra GPIO Breakout – 2x3 0.1" pads for four more GPIOs, 3V power, and ground.
- Onboard I2S Microphone – Ideal for audio-reactive projects.
- Stemma QT I2C Port – Connect external sensors, OLEDs, and more.
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Built-in Indicators –
- User Button on GPIO 0 + Reset Button
- Red LED on Pin 12
- Small NeoPixel on Pin 18
- JST Port for Analog/Digital Input – Compatible with potentiometers, microphones, or external IR receivers (Pin 13).
- Ultra-Compact Design – 1.2" x 0.8" (30mm x 20mm) with mounting holes, making it wearable-friendly.
Versatile Usage
While optimized for WLED, Sparkle Motion Mini is a fully functional ESP32 board that works with:
- Arduino
- ESP-IDF
- MicroPython
- CircuitPython
- Any other ESP32-compatible firmware
Important Notes:
- No Pre-Soldered Terminal Blocks – To keep the board slim, terminal blocks are not included, but we stock compatible ones if needed. Soldering required for attachment.
- No Built-in IR Receiver – The IR receiver is removed, but you can easily add one via the JST SH 3-pin connector.
A compact, feature-rich ESP32 LED driver, perfect for wearables, small LED installations, and advanced WLED setups.
The Mini Sparkle Motion - WLED-friendly ESP32 NeoPixel LED Driver appears in the following collections:
SKU AF-6160
by Little Bird
