Adafruit ESP32-S3 Feather 8MB with w.FL Antenna
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The Adafruit ESP32-S3 Feather with w.FL Antenna features the dual-core ESP32-S3 with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth LE, and native USB in the Feather form factor, plus a w.FL (MHF3/IPEX3) connector for attaching an external 2.4 GHz antenna. This makes it ideal for enclosed installations or when you need improved range from a larger dipole.
This version comes with 8 MB flash and 512 KB SRAM (no PSRAM). The dual-core 240 MHz processor with native USB means it can act as a keyboard, mouse, MIDI device, or disk drive. It includes USB-C, LiPo battery charging and monitoring, a STEMMA QT port with switchable power, and a NeoPixel.
Key Features
- w.FL Antenna Connector – MHF3/IPEX3 connector for external 2.4 GHz antenna (not a standard u.FL)
- ESP32-S3 Dual-Core 240 MHz Tensilica – Wi-Fi and Bluetooth LE (no Bluetooth Classic)
- Native USB – HID, MIDI, mass storage, and CDC serial without an external chip
- 8 MB Flash – Large storage for firmware and assets
- USB-C – Power, charging, and native USB communication
- LiPo Battery Support – JST connector with charging and battery fuel gauge monitoring
- STEMMA QT / Qwiic – I2C port with independently switchable power
- NeoPixel – Addressable RGB LED with controllable power pin
- Low Power – ~100 µA deep sleep current
- Feather Form Factor – Compatible with FeatherWings
Also Available
- ESP32-S3 Feather (PCB antenna, 8 MB flash)
- ESP32-S3 Feather with 4 MB Flash + 2 MB PSRAM
- ESP32 Feather V2 (classic ESP32, Bluetooth Classic + LE)
- ESP32-C6 Feather (Wi-Fi 6, Zigbee/Thread)
Ideal For
- Enclosed or shielded installations requiring an external antenna
- Long-range Wi-Fi and BLE projects
- IoT devices requiring native USB and dual-core processing
- CircuitPython, Arduino, and ESP-IDF development
Package Contents
- 1× Adafruit ESP32-S3 Feather 8 MB with w.FL Antenna
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