STM8 Development Board with STM8S003F3 MCU

STM8 Development Board with STM8S003F3 MCU is a compact, efficient, and beginner-friendly microcontroller platform designed for embedded system developers, hobbyists, and students. Powered by the reliable STM8S003F3P6 8-bit microcontroller, this board offers an excellent balance of performance, stability, and affordability—making it a perfect choice for learning microcontroller programming, building prototypes, and deploying real-world applications.

Optimized for low-power operation and equipped with rich peripherals, the STM8 development board simplifies rapid prototyping and enables users to explore a wide range of embedded functionalities. Its small form factor, easy-to-use pin headers, and compatibility with ST-Link programmers make it an ideal development platform for both beginners and professionals.

If you are looking for a cost-effective solution for automation, sensing, control, or educational projects, this STM8 board ensures high reliability, smooth performance, and long-term operational stability.

Key Specifications

• Microcontroller: STM8S003F3P6 (STM8 Core, 8-bit)

• Operating Voltage: 5V Input (3.3V on-board regulator)

• Clock Frequency: 16 MHz internal oscillator

• Flash Memory: 8 KB

• RAM: 1 KB

• EEPROM: 128 bytes

• I/O Pins: Multiple GPIO pins accessible via headers

• Communication Interfaces:

  • UART

  • I2C

  • SPI

• Timers: Multiple 8-bit and 16-bit timers with PWM support

• ADC: 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter

• Power Supply: USB or external 5V input

• Programming Interface: ST-Link (SWIM Interface)

• Operating Temperature: –40°C to +85°C

• Board Size: Compact PCB with clearly labeled pins

Features

1. Powerful STM8S003F3 MCU

Built around an 8-bit STM8 core, this development board offers a fast execution speed and stable operation. The 16 MHz clock and 8 KB Flash memory ensure smooth performance even for moderately complex embedded applications.

2. Compact and User-Friendly Design

Its small PCB footprint and clearly arranged pin headers make circuit connections simple and clean. It is ideal for breadboard prototyping and educational use.

3. Rich Peripheral Support

The board supports UART, SPI, I2C, PWM, ADC, and multiple timers, allowing users to interface with sensors, displays, motors, and communication modules with ease.

4. On-Board Voltage Regulation

With an integrated 3.3V regulator, the board can be powered via USB, external 5V, or regulated supplies, making it flexible for various development setups.

5. Easy Programming with ST-Link

The SWIM (Single Wire Interface Module) programming port allows seamless uploading of code using ST-Link programmers. It supports STVD and other STM8 development tools.

6. Low-Power and High-Reliability Operation

Engineered for power efficiency, the STM8 module is suitable for battery-powered and long-duration applications where energy consumption matters.

7. Cost-Effective Microcontroller Platform

Despite its excellent capabilities, this board remains highly affordable, making it suitable for bulk educational labs, prototyping, and commercial product development.

Applications

The STM8 Development Board with STM8S003F3 MCU is suitable for a wide range of embedded applications, including:

• Educational Microcontroller Training

Ideal for engineering students, beginners, and embedded system learners to practice coding, interfacing, and hardware design.

• Home Automation Projects

Use it for smart switches, lighting control, sensor triggers, power monitoring, and other simple automation systems.

• Industrial Control Systems

Useful for sensor interfacing, motor control, process monitoring, and industrial signaling applications.

• IoT Prototyping

Integrate with communication modules to build basic IoT nodes and smart devices.

• Consumer Electronics

Suitable for small appliances, display controllers, user interface modules, and timing circuits.

• DIY Electronics and Hobby Projects

Perfect for hobbyists building custom controllers, robotics, gadgets, and interactive electronic systems.

The STM8 Development Board with STM8S003F3 MCU is a reliable, versatile, and cost-efficient embedded platform. Its powerful features, easy programming interface, and wide peripheral support make it an excellent choice for students, makers, and engineers looking to develop efficient and stable microcontroller-based applications.