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Category Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Development, Learning, Evaluation & Industrial Control Boards
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Microcontroller Model STM32F103C8T6
CPU Architecture ARM Cortex-M3 32-bit RISC
Maximum Frequency 72 MHz
Flash Memory 64 KB
SRAM 20 KB
Operating Voltage 2.0V to 3.6V (3.3V typical)
Digital I/O Pins 37 GPIO pins
Communication Interfaces 3x USART, 2x SPI, 2x I2C, USB, CAN
ADC Resolution 12-bit, up to 21 channels
Board Dimensions 53mm x 23mm x 10mm

6 reviews

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Anonymous

Mar 30, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Best budget development board

I bought three of these for my university embedded systems project. They are incredibly cheap compared to official Nucleo boards but offer almost the same functionality for basic experiments. Highly recommended.

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Anonymous

Mar 25, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Reliable workhorse

I have used dozens of these boards over the last year for various IoT prototypes. The failure rate is zero. The USB bootloader works consistently, and debugging via SWD is straightforward with an ST-Link.

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Anonymous

Mar 17, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Great for custom PCB prototyping

Used this as a module to prototype a motor controller before designing my own PCB. The form factor is compact, and the castellated holes make it easy to solder onto a custom board if needed.

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Anonymous

Mar 06, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Perfect for learning ARM development

This board is exactly what I needed to start my journey with STM32 microcontrollers. The pinout is clearly labeled, and it works flawlessly with the Arduino IDE using the STM32 core. Great value for the price.

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Anonymous

Mar 04, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Good performance, needs 3.3V logic awareness

The board performs well, but beginners should remember this is a 3.3V logic device, not 5V like standard Arduino Unos. Make sure your sensors and modules are compatible or use level shifters. Once set up correctly, it's very powerful.

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Anonymous

Mar 04, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Solid hardware, minor documentation gaps

The build quality is excellent and the chip runs stable at 72MHz. My only complaint is that the included schematic diagram was a bit low resolution. However, finding resources online for this popular board is very easy.

5 FAQ

Q: What is the maximum current this board can supply on the 3.3V pin?

A: The onboard LDO regulator can typically supply around 200mA to 300mA total for the board and external peripherals. For high-power components, it is recommended to use an external power source.

Q: Is the USB port used for programming or just power?

A: The micro-USB port serves two functions: it provides 5V power to the board and acts as a communication interface. If the bootloader is active, you can upload code directly via USB without an external programmer.

Q: Are the pin headers pre-soldered?

A: This depends on the specific SKU you selected. Most listings ship with male headers included but not soldered, allowing you to choose between straight or right-angle headers. Some variants may come pre-soldered; please check the product images carefully.

Q: Does this board come with a built-in debugger like ST-Link?

A: No, this specific minimal system board does not have an onboard ST-Link debugger. You will need an external programmer such as an ST-Link V2 or a USB-to-TTL serial adapter to upload code via the bootloader.

Q: Can this board be programmed using the Arduino IDE?

A: Yes, absolutely. You can program this board using the Arduino IDE by installing the 'STM32 Boards by STMicroelectronics' package via the Board Manager. Select the 'Generic STM32F1 series' board and choose the correct variant (C8T6).

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