RAK13004 WisBlock PWM Expander Module

Thank you for choosing RAK13004 WisBlock PWM Expander Module in your awesome IoT Project! 🎉 To help you get started, we have provided you with all the necessary documentation for your product.

• RAK13004 Quick Start Guide
• Datasheet
• WisBlock Quick Start Guide
• WisBlock Source Code Repository
• RAK13004 3D Model
• 40-Pin Male Connector 3D File
• WisBlock Sensor Tutorial

Examples:

For All WisBlock Core Modules:

• Sample Code: WisBlock PWM Expander Module

Product Description

The RAK13004 is a PWM expander module that can be mounted to the IO slot of WisBlock Base board. It can be controlled 16-channel LED, and the module uses PCA9685 from NXP, I2C interface.

Product Features

• 16 LED drivers connector
• 1 MHz Fast-mode Plus compatible I2C-bus interface
• 4096-step (12-bit) linear programable brightness per LED
• LED output frequency typically varies from 24 Hz to 1526 Hz
• Supports hot insertion
• Low Standby Current
• 5.5 V tolerant inputs
• Operating Voltage: 2.3 V to 5.5 V @ -40 °C to +85 °C
• Chipset: NXP Semiconductors PCA9685
• Module size: 25X35 mm

Prerequisites

To use a RAK13004, you need at least a WisBlock Base to plug the module in. WisBlock Base is the power supply for the RAK13004 module. Furthermore, you need a WisBlock Core module to use the module.

warning

Make sure to fix the module with the screws to ensure a proper function.