Ai-Thinker ESP-01 ESP8266 Serial WiFi Module

The Ai-Thinker ESP-01 ESP8266 WiFi module is a compact 2.4GHz wireless module with integrated TCP/IP stack and UART interface. Designed for IoT, embedded systems, home automation, industrial monitoring, and wireless communication applications, it enables microcontrollers to connect to Wi-Fi networks with minimal hardware requirements

Description

The Ai-Thinker ESP-01 is one of the most widely used Wi-Fi modules for embedded and IoT applications. Built around the ESP8266 SoC, it combines a low-power 32-bit processor, integrated TCP/IP stack, and IEEE 802.11 b/g/n wireless connectivity into an ultra-compact form factor.

The module communicates through a UART interface and can operate as a standalone controller or as a Wi-Fi add-on for platforms such as Raspberry Pi, Arduino, STM32, industrial controllers, and custom embedded systems.

Its compact footprint and low cost make it ideal for scalable IoT deployments and wireless control applications.

Features

ESP8266 based Wi-Fi SoC
IEEE 802.11 b/g/n support
Integrated TCP/IP networking stack
UART serial communication interface
Compact PCB antenna design
Supports Station and Access Point modes
Low power operation modes
Suitable for cloud and IoT connectivity
Easy integration with microcontrollers
AT command firmware support

Applications

IoT devices
Smart home systems
Wireless sensor nodes
Industrial automation
Remote monitoring
Smart agriculture
Home automation controllers
Wi-Fi enabled embedded products
Data acquisition systems
Wireless communication gateways

Why Choose ESP-01

The ESP-01 remains one of the most proven Wi-Fi modules in the embedded market because of its compact design, large developer ecosystem, and fast integration into production hardware.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Brand	Ai-Thinker
Model	ESP-01
Chipset	ESP8266
Wireless Standard	IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Frequency	2.4GHz
Interface	UART
Operating Voltage	3.0V–3.6V
Recommended Voltage	3.3V
CPU	Tensilica L106 32-bit
CPU Frequency	80MHz (up to 160MHz)
Flash Memory	1MB
Antenna	Onboard PCB Antenna
GPIO	Limited GPIO pins
Security	WEP / WPA / WPA2
Operating Modes	STA / AP / STA+AP
Dimensions	Approx. 14.3 × 24.8 mm

Documentation

https://aithinker-static.oss-cn-shenzhen.aliyuncs.com/docs/_media_old/esp-01_product_specification_zh.pdf

Reviews

There are no reviews yet.

Be the first to review “Ai-Thinker ESP-01 ESP8266 Serial WiFi Module | 2.4GHz UART IoT Wireless Module”

Ai-Thinker ESP-01 ESP8266 Serial WiFi Module | 2.4GHz UART IoT Wireless Module

Description