RGB LED (P01R0x)

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

P01R0x is a smart RGB LED module in P shape and is based on Cree CLVBA-FKA RGB LED and STM32F0 MCU.

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.
Use P01R00 along with its sister module H01R00 to create spherical and interesting configurations.
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

STM32F091CBU6 32-bit ARM Cortex-M0 MCU.
8MHz external oscillator.
Five array ports and five power ports (+3.3V and GND).
Access to 5xUART, 2xI2C, SWD, BOOT0, RESET.

Physical Properties

Shape: Pentagon
Size: 28 mm diagonal, 17.32 mm side
Area: 5.16 cm^2
Weight: 1.0 g
Soldermask Color: Dark green
Surface Finish: ENIG (gold) or HASL-LF (tin)

Projects

Please visit this product projects on Hackster.io network.

BOM

P01R00 BOM

Item	MPN	MFN	Description	Cost Per Unit	Tooltip	Quantity Per Module	Cost Per Module
C1, C4, C6, C7, C9	0603YC104K4T2A	AVX	Cap Ceramic 0.1uF 16V X7R 10% SMD 0603 125C Paper T/R	$0.0045	At qty. 4000	5	$0.0225
C2	TAJR105M016RNJ	AVX	Cap Tant Solid 1uF 16V R CASE 20% (2.05 X 1.3 X 1.2mm) SMD 2012-12 20 Ohm 125°C T/R	$0.1541	At qty. 1000	1	$0.1541
C3	0603YC103KAT4A	AVX	CAP CER 10nF 16V 10% X7R 0603	$0.0045	At qty. 4000	1	$0.0045
C5, C8	10TPU4R7MSI	Panasonic	CAP TANT 4.7UF 10V 20% 0805	$0.1600	At qty. 700	2	$0.3200
D1	VLMS1300-GS08	Vishay	Red 0603 130° Clear 54 mcd 2 V Surface Mount ChipLED	$0.0810	At qty. 2000	1	$0.0810
D2	CLVBA-FKA-CC1F1L1BB7R3R3	Cree	CREE CLVBA-FKA-CC1F1L1BB7R3R3 LED, HB, RGB, SMD, 130mW	$0.4250	At qty. 500	1	$0.4250
FB1	MMZ1608Y300B	TDK	Ferrite Beads Multi-Layer 30Ohm 25% 100MHz 1.5A 50mOhm DCR 0603	$0.0280	At qty. 4000	1	$0.0280
Q1, Q2, Q3	MMBT3904LT1G	ON Semiconductor	TRANS NPN 40V 0.2A SOT23	$0.0300	At qty. 1500	3	$0.0900
R1	ERJ-3GEYJ271V	Panasonic	Thick Film Resistors - SMD 0603 270ohms 5% Tol	$0.0025	At qty. 5000	1	$0.0025
R2	CRCW060310K0JNEB	Vishay	Thick Film Resistors - SMD 1/10watt 10Kohms 5%	$0.0025	At qty. 5000	1	$0.0025
R3	CRCW06030000Z0EAHP	Vishay	RES SMD 0.0 OHM JUMPER 1/4W 0603	$0.0025	At qty. 5000	1	$0.0025
R4	CRCW060368R0FKEA	Vishay	RES SMD 68 OHM 1% 1/10W 0603	$0.0025	At qty. 5000	1	$0.0025
R5, R6	CRCW060310R0FKEB	Vishay	Thick Film Resistors - SMD 1/10watt 10ohms 1%	$0.0025	At qty. 5000	2	$0.0050
R7, R8, R9	CRCW06032K40JNEA	Vishay	RES SMD 2.4K OHM 5% 1/10W 0603	$0.0025	At qty. 5000	3	$0.0075
U1	STM32F091CBU6	STMicroelectronics	ARM-based 32-bit MCU, CAN, 12 timers, ADC, DAC & Comm. Interface, 2 to 3.6 V, -40 to 85 degC, 48-Pin UFQFPN, RoHS, Tray	$1.7300	At qty. 1500	1	$1.7300
X1	CSTCE8M00G52-R0	Murata	MURATA CSTCE8M00G52-R0 RESONATOR, SMD, 8MHZ	$0.2250	At qty. 1500	1	$0.2250
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%	$2.5513		1	$2.5513
Payment Processing Fees			3.00%	$0.2223		1	$0.2223
Total Retail Cost							$7.8762
Listed Retail Price							$7.9000
Item	MPN	MFN	Description	Cost Per Unit	Tooltip	Quantity Per Module	Cost Per Module

Quickstart Guide

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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.

Factsheet