Product Overview
The Carenuity C3 Mini v2.2.1 is a compact ESP32-C3 board with a RISC-V processor, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5 LE and USB Type-C, in the D1 Mini footprint.
It ships with MicroPython, has a built-in WS2812B RGB LED, and works with Arduino, ESP-IDF, CircuitPython, ESPHome, Home Assistant and Matter projects.
Key Features
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| ESP32-C3 RISC-V, up to 160 MHz | Efficient single-core processing |
| Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 5 LE | Modern wireless |
| USB Type-C | Power and programming |
| D1 Mini compatible | Works with LOLIN D1 Mini shields |
| WS2812B RGB LED | Status light built in |
| MicroPython pre-installed | Start coding immediately |
Applications
| Application Area | Example Projects |
|---|---|
| Smart home | Wi-Fi switches, sensors and Home Assistant / ESPHome devices |
| IoT sensor nodes | MQTT and cloud-connected data logging |
| Robotics | Wireless controllers and telemetry |
| Education | Learning embedded programming and networking |
| Prototyping | Proof-of-concept connected products |
Benefits
Wireless built in
Wi-Fi (and Bluetooth where listed) are on the board — no extra radio modules.
Huge ecosystem
Arduino IDE, PlatformIO, ESP-IDF and MicroPython all support ESP boards, with countless libraries and tutorials.
Low cost
An affordable way to put a project on the network.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Microcontroller | ESP32-C3, RISC-V single-core |
| Clock | Up to 160 MHz |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 5 LE |
| Flash | 4MB |
| GPIO | 12 |
| Built-in LED | WS2812B RGB |
| Interfaces | GPIO, UART, SPI, I²C, ADC, PWM |
| Logic level | 3.3 V |
| Size | 34.3 × 25.4 mm |
| Default firmware | MicroPython |
Why Choose This Product?
It’s an original, well-documented ESP32-C3 board from Carenuity, ready for MicroPython and smart-home ecosystems out of the box.
Beginner Use Cases
- Blink an LED and read a button
- Build a Wi-Fi temperature monitor
- Control a relay from your phone
- Host a small web page
Professional Use Cases
- ESPHome / Home Assistant devices
- MQTT sensor networks
- Wireless data acquisition
- Connected product prototypes
Package Includes
- 1 × Carenuity C3 Mini v2.2.1
- 2 × Pin headers (unsoldered)
Please Note
- 3.3 V logic
- Some flashing procedures need the BOOT button held during upload
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