{"product_id":"parallax-wx-esp8266-wifi-module-dip","title":"Parallax WX ESP8266 WiFi Module - DIP","description":"\u003ch5 class=\"ui-accordion-header ui-helper-reset ui-state-default ui-state-active ui-corner-top\" role=\"tab\"\u003eWX ESP8266 WiFi Module Overview:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"overview\" class=\"tabbed overview ui-accordion-content ui-helper-reset ui-widget-content ui-corner-bottom ui-accordion-content-active\" role=\"tabpanel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"forte\"\u003eThis DIP package works specifically with the (3.3 V) Propeller Activity Board, Scribbler S3, and ActivityBot WX robot. For BASIC Stamp and breadboard projects we recommend the breadboard-friendly \u003ca href=\"\/products\/parallax-wx-esp8266-wifi-module-sip\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSIP package (\u003cspan\u003e32420S)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Parallax WX ESP8266 Wi-Fi module adds a new dimension of connectivity to your microcontroller applications.  Special pre-loaded firmware makes it easy to configure the module to fit your project. Just connect to the module with your smartphone, tablet, or computer’s web browser.  This DIP form factor is designed to plug right into the Propeller Activity Board WX; it is also available in a breadboard-friendly \u003ca href=\"\/products\/parallax-wx-esp8266-wifi-module-sip\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSIP\u003c\/a\u003e module.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Parallax WX ESP8266 Wi-Fi module can be its own wireless access point (AP), a station (STA) on another Wi-Fi network, or both at once briefly to join another network.  In either mode, it can serve its own configuration pages as well as user-created web pages that make it possible for devices to interact with a microcontroller through the Wi-Fi module.  It can also send and receive a variety of TCP\/IP messages for Internet of Things (IoT) projects, on Wi-Fi networks configured to allow it access.  By serving its own firmware upgrade page, this module allows you to pick and upload the latest open source firmware revision, or even variations that support specific applications as they become available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBridge STEM and robotics efforts with computer science and web design programs. The Parallax WX ESP8266 Wi-Fi module brings a new IoT-capable dimension to an existing fleet of educational robots, and opens up opportunities to explore how HTML and Javascript can interact with embedded systems.  \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/learn.parallax.com\/tutorials\/language\/propeller-c\/parallax-wx-wi-fi-module-prop-c\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTutorials are available on Learn\u003c\/a\u003e for using this DIP module with our Propeller Activity Board WX and\/or ActivityBot Robot.  (If you are using a Boe-Bot Robot, get the SIP version of this module and follow these \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/learn.parallax.com\/tutorials\/language\/pbasic\/parallax-wx-wi-fi-module-bs2\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBASIC Stamp tutorials for the WX Wi-Fi module.)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan class=\"forte\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDIP form factor plugs right into the Wi-Fi module socket on the Propeller Activity Board (Original and WX)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.4 GHz Wi-Fi access through FCC\/CE approved ESP8266-WROOM-02 module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports HTTP (server), WebSocket (server), and TCP (client) connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in web pages for easy access to configuration settings, networks, file uploads and over-the-air firmware updates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbout 1 MB of user file system space for storing web pages and other content\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan class=\"forte\"\u003eApplication Ideas:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLog into a Propeller ActivityBot with a laptop, tablet, or smartphone to remote control and monitor its sensors via a web page hosted on the WX Wi-Fi module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquip your project to send emails or tweets using a service such as IFTTT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDIY internet-connected sprinkler system, pet feeder, or thermostat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan class=\"forte\"\u003eWX ESP8266 WiFi Module Specifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevice: FCC and CE approved ESP8266-WROOM-02\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWi-Fi Protocols: 802.11 b\/g\/n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork Protocols: IPv4, TCP\/HTTP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecurity: WPA\/WPA2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncryption: WEP\/TKIP\/AES\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoltage requirement: 3.3 VDC supplied through the Activity Board's WX socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWi-Fi range: 30 meters LOS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogic levels: output high 3.3 V, low 0 V, input high \u0026gt; 1.5 V, input low \u0026lt; 1.5 V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrent requirements: Typical 75 mA, with Wi-Fi transmit peaks up to 360 mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDIP WX: 0.078” (2mm) spaced dual row of 10 straight pins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePCB Dimensions: Approximately 1.0 x 1.5 in (26 x 37.5 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating temp range: +32 to +158 °F (0 to +70 °C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePCB assembled, tested, and completed in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rotforte\"\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e This module is NOT compatible with the Parallax XBee Adapter Board product family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eResource Links\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/learn.parallax.com\/tutorials\/language\/propeller-c\/parallax-wx-wi-fi-module-prop-c\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePropeller C tutorials for the WX Wi-Fi DIP module\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53397215543605,"sku":"32420D","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1015\/6307\/2821\/files\/e73d5e54-32420D.png?v=1787781809","url":"https:\/\/shop.parallax.com\/products\/parallax-wx-esp8266-wifi-module-dip","provider":"Parallax Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}