Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Development, Learning, Evaluation & Industrial Control Boards |
| Origin | - |
| Microcontroller Model | STM32F103C8T6 |
| Core Architecture | ARM Cortex-M3 32-bit RISC |
| Maximum Frequency | 72 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 64 KB |
| SRAM | 20 KB |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V (Input via VIN: 5V) |
| GPIO Pins | 37 Programmable I/O Lines |
| Communication Interfaces | 3x USART, 2x SPI, 2x I2C, USB, CAN |
| Analog Converters | 2x 12-bit ADC (10 channels total) |
| Board Dimensions | 53mm x 23mm x 10mm |
Anonymous
Mar 30, 2026
Rating: 3/5
Good board, tricky bootloader setup
Hardware quality is fine, but getting the bootloader to recognize the board on Windows 10 took some trial and error with drivers. Once set up, uploading code is smooth. Just be prepared for some initial configuration.
Anonymous
Mar 26, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for learning embedded systems
This board is exactly what I needed to start my journey with ARM Cortex-M3. The pinout is clearly labeled, and it works flawlessly with the Arduino IDE using the STM32 core. Great value for the price.
Anonymous
Mar 25, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Solid hardware, minor documentation gaps
The chip itself is genuine and runs at the specified 72MHz without issues. I used it for a motor control project. The only downside is that the included paper manual is very basic, so you'll need to rely on online datasheets.
Anonymous
Mar 23, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Great for prototyping IoT devices
Used this to prototype a sensor node. The low power consumption modes work well, and the multiple UARTs made connecting GPS and GSM modules easy. Shipping was fast too.
Anonymous
Mar 12, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Exceeded expectations
For the price, you really cannot beat this. The soldering quality on the pins is excellent, and the crystal oscillator seems stable. I've run it continuously for a week in a data logging project with no crashes.
Anonymous
Mar 11, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Best budget development board
I bought three of these for my university robotics club. They are incredibly cheap compared to official Nucleo boards but offer similar performance for basic projects. Highly recommended for students.
Q: Is the Arduino IDE compatible with this specific C8T6 model?
A: Yes, it is compatible. You need to install the 'STM32 Boards by STMicroelectronics' package via the Board Manager in Arduino IDE, then select the 'Generic STM32F1 series' and configure the variant to 'STM32F103C8 (64k Flash)'.
Q: Does this come with headers pre-soldered?
A: No, this board is typically shipped without headers soldered to allow flexibility for breadboard use or custom wiring. You will need to purchase and solder male header pins separately.
Q: Does this board support programming via ST-Link V2?
A: Yes, this board features the standard SWD interface pins (CLK, DIO, GND, 3.3V) which are fully compatible with ST-Link V2 and J-Link debuggers for flashing and debugging.
Q: What is the maximum current draw per GPIO pin?
A: According to the STM32F103C8T6 datasheet, each I/O port can sink or source up to 25mA, with a total limit for all ports combined. We recommend staying under 20mA per pin for long-term reliability.
Q: Can I power this board directly with 5V from USB?
A: Absolutely. You can connect 5V to the 5V pin or use a micro-USB cable if your specific variant includes the USB port populated. The onboard regulator will step it down to 3.3V for the MCU.
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