The Adafruit Sparkle Motion Mini is a super-compact and highly efficient WLED smart LED driver. It's the smallest yet most powerful in its class, inspired by the amazing FirePixie. This board is perfect for compact, high - performance LED projects. We've shrunk it to just under 1 square inch by removing high - voltage support and the built - in IR receiver, but still kept all the essential features for WLED, ESP32, and smart LED control. Key Features: It's powered via USB - C, supporting up to 5V 4A input, great for portable USB battery packs. There's a 4A resetting fuse to protect against over - current draw. The ESP32 Mini Module comes with a built - in antenna port, dual - core 240MHz Tensilica, WiFi, and Bluetooth. The USB - Serial Converter has auto - reset for easy programming. It has dual 5V - Level Shifted LED Outputs with 0.1' spaced breakout pads, and an extra GPIO Breakout. There's an onboard I2S microphone for audio - reactive projects, a Stemma QT I2C Port to connect external sensors and more. It also has built - in indicators like a user button, reset button, red LED, and a small NeoPixel. The JST Port allows for analog/digital input. With an ultra - compact design of 1.2' x 0.8' (30mm x 20mm) and mounting holes, it's wearable - friendly. Versatile Usage: While optimized for WLED, it's a fully functional ESP32 board that works with Arduino, ESP - IDF, MicroPython, CircuitPython, and any other ESP32 - compatible firmware. Important Notes: Terminal blocks are not pre - soldered and not included, but we have compatible ones. Soldering is required for attachment. The built - in IR receiver is removed, but you can easily add one via the JST SH 3 - pin connector. It's a compact, feature - rich ESP32 LED driver, ideal for wearables, small LED installations, and advanced WLED setups.
Using the Adafruit Sparkle Motion Mini is easy. First, power it via the USB - C port. You can use a portable USB battery pack as it supports up to 5V 4A input. When programming, the USB - Serial Converter with auto - reset will make the process a breeze. For LED projects, connect your LEDs to the dual 5V - Level Shifted LED Outputs. If you want to add audio reactivity, the onboard I2S microphone is at your service. You can also connect external sensors, OLEDs, etc., through the Stemma QT I2C Port. Remember, the terminal blocks are not included, so you'll need to solder them on if you want to use them. Also, if you miss the IR receiver, you can easily add one using the JST SH 3 - pin connector. To maintain this product, keep it in a dry and clean place. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or humidity. And when handling, be gentle to avoid damaging the delicate components.
