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	Quantity Per Module
C1, C4, C6, C7, C9	0603YC104K4T2A	AVX	Cap Ceramic 0.1uF 16V X7R 10% SMD 0603 125C Paper T/R	5
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	1
C3	0603YC103KAT4A	AVX	CAP CER 10nF 16V 10% X7R 0603	1
C5, C8	10TPU4R7MSI	Panasonic	CAP TANT 4.7UF 10V 20% 0805	2
D1	VLMS1300-GS08	Vishay	Red 0603 130° Clear 54 mcd 2 V Surface Mount ChipLED	1
D2	CLVBA-FKA-CC1F1L1BB7R3R3	Cree	CREE CLVBA-FKA-CC1F1L1BB7R3R3 LED, HB, RGB, SMD, 130mW	1
FB1	MMZ1608Y300B	TDK	Ferrite Beads Multi-Layer 30Ohm 25% 100MHz 1.5A 50mOhm DCR 0603	1
Q1, Q2, Q3	MMBT3904LT1G	ON Semiconductor	TRANS NPN 40V 0.2A SOT23	3
R1	ERJ-3GEYJ271V	Panasonic	Thick Film Resistors - SMD 0603 270ohms 5% Tol	1
R2	CRCW060310K0JNEB	Vishay	Thick Film Resistors - SMD 1/10watt 10Kohms 5%	1
R3	CRCW06030000Z0EAHP	Vishay	RES SMD 0.0 OHM JUMPER 1/4W 0603	1
R4	CRCW060368R0FKEA	Vishay	RES SMD 68 OHM 1% 1/10W 0603	1
R5, R6	CRCW060310R0FKEB	Vishay	Thick Film Resistors - SMD 1/10watt 10ohms 1%	2
R7, R8, R9	CRCW06032K40JNEA	Vishay	RES SMD 2.4K OHM 5% 1/10W 0603	3
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
X1	CSTCE8M00G52-R0	Murata	MURATA CSTCE8M00G52-R0 RESONATOR, SMD, 8MHZ	1
PCB + PCBA				1
Item	MPN	MFN	Description	Quantity 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.

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