OBJEX Link v1.6
Overview
OBJEX Link v1.6 is the default version of the series. This version of OBJEX Link is designed to provide high computing power with the largest number of GPIOs. With the compromise of slightly increasing power consumption. The board is very compact and can be used for various IoT applications and more. It is possible to install two M0 modules or one M1 module. The board has been optimized for higher energy efficiency than other boards with the same microcontroller(ESP32-PICO-D4).
IoT Applications: Smart Home & Cities, IIOT, Predictive Maintenance, Agriculture Automation.
It's also ideal for rapid prototyping, advanced research projects, and robotics projects.
Key features
Compact size 24x24mm, high component density
Modular design for a wide range of applications
Designed to ensure easy reuse
Low power consumption with Ultra Deep Sleep mode
Based on ESP32-PICO-D4
WiFi & BLE 4.2 connectivity
Over 17 GPIOs and 4ports(input only)
USB-C Type 2.0
Tiny battery connector
Compatible with Arduino and MicroPython
Battery manager(fast-charge)
Support for external PSRAM
Block diagram
Pinout
The picture below shows the OBJEX Link v1.6 pinout of its two M0 slots. As you can see some pins like SDA and SCL are present on both M0 slots in order to use at best all pins in the two slots.
For more information on individual GPIOs, we recommend reading the datasheet of the microcontroller used by OBJEX Link v1.6.
Reserved GPIOs
Battery level (GPIO34) With this GPIO it is possible to detect the charge level of the battery.
USB-Status (GPIO35) This GPIO returns a high or low signal if the board is powered through the USB-C connector.
RGB-IN (GPIO23)
Schematic
Power Consumption
All tests concerning the consumption and energy performance of the board have been carried out using the following tools: Power Profiler Kit II and RIGOL DS1054Z.
The test was done by running a web server on OBJEX Link v1.6, then trying to stress the board.
Ultra Deep Sleep
This mode of operation of the board allows you to remove power from all components connected to 3V3. In order to use this mode of the board, it is sufficient to connect PWR_EN to Vbatt. You need an external module or for example the protoboard, you can manage the mode via software by developing a suitable module.
Charts
Technical specifications
Warranty & Certifications
OBJEX Link v1.6 is currently an experimental prototype, but all components used are RoHS compliant.
OBJEX Link v1.6 does not yet have all the certifications needed for mass sale. Currently, only a few prototypes are distributed for testing and research purposes, and not for real use on IoT devices.
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