RGB LED (H01R0x)

Q: Q: Isn't a 32-bit MCU an overkill for a smart LED module?

A : Yes! But all Hexabitz modules -whether it's a complex Ethernet or IMU or a simple LED- share the same backend hardware and software. This what gives the platform its unmatched modularity and scalability. Cortex-M0 MCUs are small, cheap, power-efficient, yet capable of really wonderful things. Having an embedded MCU provides a cheaper and more compact alternative to connecting an LED breakout with an external controller.

Q: Q: What level of soldering experience is required?

A : Hexabitz are designed for the absolute soldering beginners! The edge pads are large and easy to reach, and anyone with basic knowledge of soldering can assemble a flat array. Curved and spherical arrays require more training, but can be made easier with 3d-printed fixtures.

Description

H01R0x is a smart RGB LED module based on Cree CLVBA-FKA RGB LED and STM32G0 MCU. It is our first and most beloved module, as it was used to test and develop most of Hexabitz backend!

Use this module as a stand-alone smart RGB LED and easily control it via a Command Line Interface (CLI).
Firmware has embedded on / off / toggle, PWM, dimming and color sweep functionality.
Program advanced C code with our easy-to-use APIs.
Connect many H01R00 modules together and build interesting flat and curved boards with any configuration you imagine!
Send commands to a single LED, a group of LEDs, or broadcast to all of them at the same time.
Connect to external hardware or combine with other Hexabitz modules!

Specifications

Front-end

Cree CLVBA-FKA-CC1F1L1BB7R3R3 Tri-color (RGB) SMD LED, 4-Pin PLCC:
- Dominant Wavelength: Red (619 - 624 nm) Green (520 - 540 nm) Blue (460 - 480 nm).
- Luminous Intensity (mcd) @IF=20mA: Red (224 - 560) Green (280 - 900) Blue (90 - 355).

Back-end

STM32G0B1CEU6N 32-bit ARM Cortex-M0 MCU.
8MHz external oscillator.
Six array ports and six power ports (+3.3V and GND).
Access to 6xUART, 2xI2C, SWD, BOOT0, RESET.

Physical Properties

Shape: Hexagon
Size: 30 mm short diagonal, 17.32 mm side
Area: 7.8 cm^2
Weight: 1.3 g
Soldermask Color: Dark green
Surface Finish: ENIG (gold) or HASL-LF (tin)

Hardware Release Notes

H01R00

Initial hardware release.

H01R01

Mounting holes were moved a little to be on the diagonal line, exactly 5 mm from module corner.

H01R02

Changed the STM32F091CBU6 MCU to STM32G0B1CEU6N.

Projects

Please visit this product projects on Hackster.io network.

BOM

H01R00 BOM

Item	MPN	MFN	Description	Cost Per Unit	Tooltip	Quantity Per Module	Cost Per Module
JP1	103327-1	TE Connectivity	Conn Unshrouded Header HDR 1 POS Solder ST Top Entry Thru-Hole Carton	$0.1130	At qty. 1000	1	$0.1130
JP2	5-146281-3	TE Connectivity	Conn Unshrouded Header HDR 3 POS 2.54mm Solder ST Top Entry Thru-Hole Carton	$0.2810	At qty. 1000	1	$0.2810
C3, C5, C6, C8	C0603C104K8RACTU	KEMET	CAP CER 0.1 UF 10% X7R 0603	$0.0250	At qty. 1000	4	$0.1000
C2	CC0805KKX7R7BB105	YAGEO [VA]	CAP CER 1 UF 16V X7R 0805	$0.0270	At qty. 1000	1	$0.0270
C7, C4	10TPU4R7MSI	Panasonic	CAP TANT 4.7 UF 10V 20% 0805	$0.4360	At qty. 1000	2	$0.8720
R1	ERJ-3GEYJ271V	Panasonic	Thick Film Resistors - SMD 0603 270 Ohm 5% Tol	$0.0090	At qty. 1000	1	$0.0090
R2	RC0603JR-070RL	YAGEO [VR]	RES SMD 0.0OHM JUMPER 1/10W 0603	$0.0030	At qty. 1000	1	$0.0030
R3	CRCW060310K0JNEB	Vishay	RES 10K Ohm 5% 0603	$0.0070	At qty. 1000	1	$0.0070
R4	CRCW060368R0FKEA	Vishay	Thick Film Resistors - SMD 0603 68 Ohm 1%	$0.0080	At qty. 1000	1	$0.0080
R5, R6	CRCW060310R0FKEB	Vishay	Thick Film Resistors - SMD 0603 10 Ohm 1%	$0.0080	At qty. 1000	2	$0.0160
R7, R8, R9	CRCW06032K40JNEA	Vishay	Thick Film Resistors - SMD 0603 2.4K Ohm 1%	$0.0070	At qty. 1000	3	$0.0210
FB1	MMZ1608Y300BTA00	TDK	Ind chip Bead Multi-Layer 30 ohms 25% 100MHZ Ferrite 1,5A 0603Punched paper T/R	$0.0230	At qty. 1000	1	$0.0230
Q1, Q2, Q3	MMBT3904LT1G	ON Semiconductor	Transistor, Bipolar, Si, NPN, General Purpose, VCEO 40VDC, IC 200mA, PD 225mW, SOT-23	$0.0290	At qty. 1000	3	$0.0870
U1	STM32G0B1CEU6N	STMicroelectronics	MCU 32-Bit ARM Cortex-M0+ RISC 512kByte Flash 1.7V to 3.6V 48-Pin UFQFPN Tray	$4.0300	At qty. 1000	1	$4.0300
D1	VLMS1300-GS08	Vishay	Red 0603 130° Clear 54 mcd 2 V Surface Mount ChipLED	$0.0760	At qty. 1000	1	$0.0760
D2	CLVBA-FKA-CC1F1L1BB7R3R3	Wolfspeed	LED, HB, RGB, SMD, 130mW	$0.4050	At qty. 1000	1	$0.4050
X1	CSTNE8M00G550000R0	Murata	8,0000MHZ 33pF SMD MURATA Resonators	$0.1400	At qty. 1000	1
PCB + PCBA				$0.6000	At qty. 1500	1	$0.6000
MISC			Shipping, taxes and other fees	$0.4000	At qty. 1500	1	$0.4000
Testing + Programming				$1.0000		1	$1.0000
Hexabitz Markup			33.33%	$4.0390		1	$4.0390
Payment Processing Fees			3.00%	$0.3500		1	$0.3500
Total Retail Cost							$12.4670
Listed Retail Price							$12.5000
Item	MPN	MFN	Description	Cost Per Unit	Tooltip	Quantity Per Module	Cost Per Module

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Isn’t a 32-bit MCU an overkill for a smart LED module?

A: Yes! But all Hexabitz modules -whether it's a complex Ethernet or IMU or a simple LED- share the same backend hardware and software. This what gives the platform its unmatched modularity and scalability. Cortex-M0 MCUs are small, cheap, power-efficient, yet capable of really wonderful things. Having an embedded MCU provides a cheaper and more compact alternative to connecting an LED breakout with an external controller.

Q: What level of soldering experience is required?

A: Hexabitz are designed for the absolute soldering beginners! The edge pads are large and easy to reach, and anyone with basic knowledge of soldering can assemble a flat array. Curved and spherical arrays require more training, but can be made easier with 3d-printed fixtures.

Have more questions? Please check our main FAQ page and feel free to contact us for any unanswered questions.

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