WT9932C61-TINY Feature Introduction

  • WT9932C61-TINY
  • esp32c61
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Date Version Author Update content
2025-12-05 1.0.0 Kirto Initial document release

1. Introduction

Within the wireless-tag TINY series, WT9932C61-TINY is an ultra-compact Wi-Fi 6 + BLE 5.3 development board based on Espressif’s next-generation ESP32-C61. Continuing the TINY series design philosophy of miniaturization and high integration, it incorporates the module, USB-to-UART, RGB indicator LED, and essential control buttons in a compact 23 × 38 mm footprint—making it an ideal choice for high-performance IoT applications, low-power wireless communication, and rapid prototyping.

ESP32-C61 features a single-core 32-bit RISC-V architecture running up to 160 MHz, supporting Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), OFDMA, MU-MIMO, TWT, and enhanced security mechanisms (TEE, PSRAM encryption). Its rich peripheral set (ETM, analog comparator, UART/SPI/I²C/ADC/PWM, etc.) enables it to meet diverse embedded requirements, from smart-home devices to sensor nodes.

As a development board suitable for learning, project validation, and small-scale product integration, WT9932C61-TINY exposes all module GPIOs and can be directly inserted into a breadboard. The onboard CH343P provides plug-and-play USB debugging. Additionally, by shorting EN and GND, the board can switch to USB-TTL mode, making it useful as a multi-purpose debugging tool.


1.1 🔧 Core Hardware Specifications

  • Main Chip: ESP32-C61 (RISC-V single core, 160 MHz)
  • Module: WT0132C61-S5
  • Wireless: 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.3 dual-mode
  • USB-to-UART: Onboard CH343P
  • Buttons: RESET, BOOT (supports download mode)
  • LED: 1 × WS2812 RGB LED (IO6)
  • Power Design: LDO regulator, up to 1 A output
  • Interfaces: Dual-row 15P × 2 (30 pins), all GPIOs exposed
  • Connectivity: USB-C, 2.54 mm headers, breadboard-friendly
  • Debug Mode: Short EN to GND to switch into USB-TTL tool mode

1.2 🛠️ Design Features

  • Compact Size (23 × 38 mm): Ideal for space-constrained applications; onboard USB-to-UART, buttons, and RGB LED enable rapid development out of the box.
  • Full GPIO Access, Breadboard-friendly: 2.54 mm pin spacing allows quick sensor experiments and prototyping.
  • Dual-purpose Board (USB-to-UART Mode): Short EN and GND to transform the board into a USB-TTL debugger.
  • Robust Power Design: Supports up to 1 A, providing stable power for peripherals; onboard power LED displays real-time power status.
  • Rich Peripheral Capabilities: ETM, analog comparator, UART/SPI/I²C/PWM/ADC support makes it suitable for complex application scenarios.

1.3 📡 Main Application Scenarios

  1. Smart Home & Wireless Terminals: Wi-Fi 6 + BLE 5.3 is ideal for lighting control, home sensors, remote controllers, and other devices requiring stable wireless connectivity.
  2. Education & Maker Projects: Complete GPIO breakout and RGB indicators make it suitable for teaching, experimentation, and rapid prototyping.
  3. USB-to-UART Debugging Tool: When switched via EN–GND short, it can debug other MCUs or modules, eliminating the need for an additional USB-TTL tool.

1.4 ⚙️ Development Advantages

  • USB-C single-cable debugging with onboard CH343P
  • Supports ESP-IDF / Arduino / MicroPython ecosystems
  • All GPIOs exposed for fast expansion with breadboards
  • Wi-Fi 6 + BLE 5.3 for high-performance IoT connectivity
  • Onboard RGB LED for demos and status indication
  • Can switch to USB-TTL mode to increase hardware utility
  • Compact and cost-effective—great for evaluation and pre-production testing

2. Pin Description

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2.1 Left-Side Pins

No. Pin Description Voltage Note
1 IO1 General-purpose I/O 1 0V/3.3V
2 IO2 General-purpose I/O 2 0V/3.3V
3 IO3 General-purpose I/O 3 0V/3.3V
4 IO4 General-purpose I/O 4 0V/3.3V
5 IO5 General-purpose I/O 5 0V/3.3V
6 IO6 General-purpose I/O 6 0V/3.3V RGB LED
7 IO23 General-purpose I/O 23 0V/3.3V
8 IO22 General-purpose I/O 22 0V/3.3V
9 3.3V Power output 3.3V
10 3.3V Power output 3.3V
11 EN Reset pin 0V
12 GND Ground 0V
13 GND Ground 0V
14 GND Ground 0V
15 5V Power output 5V

2.1 Right-Side Pins

No. Pin Description Voltage Note
1 IO13 General-purpose I/O 13 0V/3.3V
2 IO12 General-purpose I/O 12 0V/3.3V
3 IO9 General-purpose I/O 9 0V/3.3V
4 IO8 General-purpose I/O 8 0V/3.3V
5 IO7 General-purpose I/O 7 0V/3.3V
6 IO25 General-purpose I/O 25 0V/3.3V
7 IO26 General-purpose I/O 26 0V/3.3V
8 IO27 General-purpose I/O 27 0V/3.3V
9 IO28 General-purpose I/O 28 0V/3.3V
10 3.3V Power output 3.3V
11 RXD CH343P UART Receive 0V/3.3V
12 TXD CH343P UART Transmit 0V/3.3V
13 RTS CH343P UART Flow Control 0V/3.3V
14 DTR CH343P UART Flow Control 0V/3.3V
15 GND Ground 0V

3. Power Characteristics

You may power the WT9932C61-TINY development board using any of the following methods:

  • Through the USB Type-C connector
  • By connecting the appropriate voltage to the VCC power input using Dupont wires
  • By connecting the appropriate voltage to the 5V input using Dupont wires