WLED RGBCCT Analog PWM and Addressable Digital Strip Controller.
 
Orders placed after 2025.3.20 will use the ESP32C3 version

1-Channel Digital Addressable Output + 5-Channel RGBCW Analog Output
Optional ESP-NOW Remote Control
One Controller. Two LED Strip Modes.
This dual-mode LED strip controller is designed for both digital addressable LED strips and conventional RGBCW analog LED strips. Built-in ESP32-C3 Wi-Fi technology provides a flexible wireless platform for smart lighting projects, DIY installations, and custom control systems.
 
Key Features
• Supports one-channel digital addressable LED strip control
• Supports five-channel analog RGBCW control
• Independent R, G, B, Cool White, and Warm White channels
• Built-in ESP32-C3 Wi-Fi chip
• Optional ESP-NOW wireless remote control
• Suitable for residential, commercial, decorative, and DIY lighting projects
• Flexible for custom lighting system integration
 
Dual-Mode Design
Digital Addressable Mode
The digital output is designed for supported addressable LED strips. It can control color, brightness, and lighting effects through the LED data signal.
 
Analog RGBCW Mode
The five analog output channels control:
• Red
• Green
• Blue
• Cool White
• Warm White
This mode is suitable for conventional RGBCW LED strips requiring separate control channels for color mixing and color temperature adjustment.
 
ESP32-C3 Wi-Fi Connectivity
The built-in ESP32-C3 Wi-Fi chip provides reliable wireless connectivity for compatible control software, smart lighting systems, and custom ESP32-based projects.
 
Optional ESP-NOW Remote
An ESP-NOW remote controller is available as an optional accessory. It provides direct wireless communication with the controller, offering fast local control without requiring a conventional Wi-Fi router for remote communication.
 
Typical Applications
• Home ambient lighting
• Ceiling and wall lighting
• Cabinet and shelf lighting
• Commercial display lighting
• Decorative LED installations
• RGB, RGBW, and RGBCW lighting projects
• DIY smart lighting systems
• Custom IoT lighting applications
 
How to Use
Select the correct operating mode according to the connected LED strip.
Connect a suitable power supply and LED strip.
Connect the controller to a compatible Wi-Fi system or pair it with the optional ESP-NOW remote.
Configure the lighting mode and control the color, brightness, or lighting effects.
 
Important Notes
• Use the digital output only with supported addressable LED strips.
• Use the five analog channels only with compatible RGBCW analog LED strips.
• Check the LED strip voltage, wiring, and total power consumption before installation.
• The controller is not a power supply. Use a suitable external power supply.
• Do not exceed the rated output current of the selected product version.
• The ESP-NOW remote is optional and may need to be selected separately when placing the order.
 
Product Specifications
Item
Specification
Product Type
Dual-Mode LED Strip Controller
Main Chip
ESP32-C3 (4MB Flash)
Operating Voltage
DC 5–24 V
Wireless Connection
2.4 GHz Wi-Fi
Digital Output
1-Channel Digital Addressable Signal
Analog Output
5-Channel RGBCW
Analog Channels
R / G / B / Cool White / Warm White
Remote Control
Optional ESP-NOW Remote
Maximum Output Current
Refer to the selected product variant
Supported Addressable Protocols
Refer to the firmware version and product specification
 
Package Contents
• 1 × ESP32-C3 dual-mode LED strip controller
• ESP-NOW remote controller, if included in the selected option
 
Choose the right controller for your project and control both digital addressable and RGBCW analog LED strips with one flexible ESP32-C3-based solution.
 
Notice: If you want to upgrade the firmware, please use "WLED_0.x.x_ESP32-C3.bin"
 
The first rule of upgrading: If it ain't broke, don't fix it!
In other words, ensure that there is a good reason to mess with a working installation (e.g., a need to use a new feature or address a found problem fixed in the current version).
 
ESP32C3 Version
PWM GPIO
R:GPIO5
G:GPIO6
B:GPIO3
CW:GPIO4
WW:GPIO7
 
DATA:GPIO21
Button:GPIO9
IR:GPIO10
Status LED:GPIO8
 
Custom version firmware
 
ESP8266 Version
PWM GPIO
R:GPIO13
G:GPIO5
B:GPIO14
CW:GPIO12
WW:GPIO4
 
DATA:GPIO1
Button:GPIO0
IR:GPIO2
 
Custom version firmware