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Mimo Tech

Mimo Tech ESP8285 Infrared WIFI Transceiver Module 3pcs Kit

SKU CH-Z7GB-CW0MZ

A three-piece kit of ESP8285 Wi-Fi modules with built-in infrared transceivers for learning and replicating remote-control codes over HomeKit

  • Connection protocolHomekit
  • Product typeAutomation Hub / Controller
  • Infrared remote recording lets you replay any household IR signal
  • ESP8285 core runs ESP8266-compatible firmware for broad software support
  • Three modules per pack enable multi-room automation projects
  • DC 5 V operation suits standard USB power supplies
  • Operating range -25 °C to 85 °C fits indoor and sheltered outdoor use

Three-module infrared Wi-Fi kit

This kit supplies three ESP8285-based transceiver boards that combine wireless networking with infrared transmit and receive functions. Each module operates at DC 5 V and is intended for makers integrating legacy IR remotes into HomeKit automations. The compact 23.4 mm square footprint suits breadboard or custom PCB projects.

HomeKit protocol support

The single specification that determines compatibility is the HomeKit protocol implementation on the ESP8285 core. Buyers whose smart-home ecosystem relies on a different protocol will find these modules unsuitable for direct integration. No other wireless standard or hub language is supported by the supplied firmware.

Sustained operating envelope

Rated for continuous operation from -25 °C to 85 °C and 5 % to 95 % relative humidity, the boards maintain infrared transmit and receive reliability during long-running automations. Firmware updates require a USB-to-UART adapter and the specified flash tool, a process that does not interrupt normal operation once completed.

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Price $25.99
Cheaper than about 59% of the 46 comparable items (median $36.49).

Specifications

Product
Product typeAutomation Hub / Controller
Connectivity
Connection protocolHomekit

Questions about this item

What does the 8285 chip mean for running HomeKit on this module?

The ESP8285 core runs the same program as the ESP8266, letting the board act as a HomeKit automation hub that can learn and replay infrared codes over Wi-Fi.

How does the HomeKit protocol limit what I can automate?

HomeKit confines control to Apple's ecosystem, so the module can only be triggered from HomeKit scenes or Siri; it will not respond to Alexa, Google Home or generic MQTT commands.

What do I need to mount the 23.4 mm square board inside an enclosure?

Each board measures 23.4 by 23.4 by 18 mm with no mounting holes shown, so you must secure it with standoffs, double-sided tape or a custom 3D-printed bracket.

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