The Tape & Reel edition of the Seeed Studio XIAO ESP32-S3 is engineered for automated SMT assembly and large‑scale manufacturing. Powered by a 240 MHz Xtensa LX7 dual‑core processor, it delivers robust performance with integrated Wi‑Fi and BLE 5.0 connectivity. A built‑in 2.4 GHz rod antenna ensures stable wireless communication, while deep‑sleep capability reduces power consumption to as low as 14 μA. The module also includes lithium battery charging management, making it a highly efficient solution for IoT devices, smart home systems, wearables, and robotics applications that require low power usage and dependable wireless performance.
Feature
- Powerful MCU Board: Incorporate the ESP32-S3 32-bit, dual-core, Xtensa processor running at up to 240MHz, mounted multiple development ports, Arduino / MicroPython supported
- Outstanding RF performance: Supports 2.4GHz WiFi and BLE 5.0 dual wireless communication, support 100m+ remote communication when connected with U.FL antenna
- Elaborate Power Design: Lithium battery charge management capability, offer 4 power consumption model which allows for deep sleep mode with power consumption as low as 14μA
- Thumb-sized Compact Design: 21 x 17.8mm, adopting the classic form factor of XIAO, suitable for space limited projects like wearable devices
- Perfect for Production: Breadboard-friendly & SMD design, no components on the back
Note:
The Seeed Studio XIAO ESP32-S3 (Tape & Reel) is specifically designed for Surface Mount Technology (SMT) production. This variant comes in a Tape & Reel package for seamless integration into automated assembly lines.
No pin headers are included in this edition.
This product does not include an external antenna. If you require one, please refer to the 2.4GHz FPC Antenna for XIAO ESP32-S3.
Production-Ready Design with Fusion PCBA Support
Being the 8th member of the Seeed Studio XIAO, the smallest Arduino boards for tinyML , XIAO ESP32C6 remains the classic XIAO design. All these features make it a perfect fit for either space-limited projects such as wearables, or a production-ready unit for your PCBA designs. Through our Turn Your XIAO Projects into Reality with Fusion: 30% Off PCBA - Latest News from Seeed Studio % , you can not only enjoy the lowest unit prices for all XIAO modules from our Fusion Open Parts Library, but also fabricate and scale your XIAO-based PCBA designs at low cost (30% off) with FREE Design for Manufacturing consulting services, streamlining your journey from prototype to production.
Grove Ecosystem Compatible
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With 8 XIAO products available based on different chipsets, please refer to the Seeed Studio XIAO Series Page to choose the most suitable module for your specific project needs.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | XIAO ESP32-S3 (Tape & Reel) | XIAO ESP32-C3 (Tape & Reel) |
| Processor | ESP32-S3R8 | ESP32-C3 SoC |
| Xtensa LX7 dual-core (up to 240 MHz) | RISC-V single-core (up to 160 MHz) | |
| Wireless | Complete 2.4GHz WiFi subsystem | |
| BLE 5.0 / Bluetooth mesh | ||
| Memory | 8MB PSRAM & 8MB Flash | 400KB SRAM & 4MB Flash |
| Interface | 1x UART, 1x I2C, 1x I2S, 1x SPI, 11x GPIO (PWM), 9x ADC | 1x UART, 1x I2C, 1x SPI, 11x GPIO (PWM), 4x ADC |
| 1x Reset button, 1x Boot button | ||
| Dimensions | 21 x 17.8mm | |
| Power | Type-C: 5V / BAT: 3.7V-4.2V | Type-C: 5V / BAT: 3.7V-4.2V |
| Charging Current: 100mA | Charging Current: 350mA | |
| Deep Sleep: ~ 14 μA | Deep Sleep: ~ 44 μA | |
| Temperature | -40°C ~ 65°C | -40°C ~ 85°C |
Hardware Overview
Onboard Components
Pinout Diagram
Applications
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Wearable Devices
- Smart Home Systems
- Robotics
- Health Monitoring
- Education & Prototyping
- Low-Power (LP) Networking
Documentation & Resources
Certification
| HSCODE | 8543709990 |
| USHSCODE | 8517180050 |
| EUHSCODE | 8543709099 |
| COO | CHINA |
Part List
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