SPIDER Automation Microchip AC164165 Wi-Fi Smart Device Enablement Kit | Alexa Voice Control & IoT
Description
SPIDER Automation Microchip AC164165 Wi-Fi Smart Device Enablement Kit provides developers and engineers with an accelerated path to integrate Amazon Alexa Voice Control and cloud IoT capabilities into custom embedded applications. Built around the ultra-low-power SAML21G18B 32-bit ARM Cortex-M0+ microcontroller and paired with the ATWINC15x0 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi network controller, this evaluation kit delivers robust wireless connectivity right out of the box.
Designed for rapid prototyping of smart home devices, the kit lets you use an Alexa Smart Speaker or the mobile Alexa App to control board GPIOs, interrogate onboard sensors, and dynamically change LED colors. It features enterprise-grade security with TLS1.2 mutual authentication backed by an ECC608 crypto device, precise environmental monitoring via BME280 and VEML6030 sensors, and dual power options supporting a 2000 mAh rechargeable lithium battery or USB connection.
Key Features
- SAML21G18B Microcontroller: Powered by an efficient 32-bit ARM Cortex-M0+ core featuring 256 KB of program flash memory and 40 KB RAM.
- ATWINC15x0 Wi-Fi Controller: Integrated IEEE 802.11 b/g/n module providing reliable, high-speed wireless network connectivity.
- Amazon Alexa Integration: Native support allowing voice commands via Alexa Smart Speakers or the mobile app to manage device hardware.
- AWS IoT Cloud Connectivity: Seamless synchronization of sensor telemetry data directly to the AWS IoT Shadow service.
- Advanced Onboard Sensors: Equipped with a BME280 environmental sensor for temperature, humidity, and pressure alongside a VEML6030 color and light sensor.
- Secure Cryptographic Authentication: ECC608 crypto device ensuring robust TLS1.2 mutual authentication based on ECDSA.
- Dual Power Flexibility: Operates via a standard USB interface or a portable 2000 mAh rechargeable Lithium battery pack.
- Mobile App Support: Dedicated mobile application simplifying board registration, network provisioning, and remote control.
- SWD Programming Interface: Standard Serial Wire Debug header for seamless firmware flashing and code-level debugging.
- Bootloader Support: Built-in bootloader compatibility for convenient firmware updates and field upgrades.
Benefits
- Accelerated Smart Prototyping: Skip months of network stack and cloud configuration work by utilizing pre-integrated Alexa and AWS frameworks.
- Enterprise-Grade Security: Hardware-based ECC608 crypto authentication protects device data and cloud communication channels against threats.
- Complete Environmental Sensing: Monitor ambient light, color, temperature, humidity, and barometric pressure immediately without external sensor wiring.
- Portable IoT Deployment: Onboard 2000 mAh rechargeable lithium battery enables untethered, mobile smart device testing.
- Frictionless User Experience: Companion mobile app and voice integration provide an intuitive demonstration platform for clients and stakeholders.
Applications
- Smart Home Automation Devices: Voice-controlled lighting controllers, smart plugs, and motorized appliance modules.
- IoT Environmental Monitors: Connected weather stations and indoor air quality trackers reporting data to cloud dashboards.
- Connected Consumer Appliances: Smart kitchen gadgets, automated fans, and interactive ambient lighting displays.
- Industrial & Office IoT Nodes: Remote telemetry units tracking room occupancy, lighting levels, and ambient conditions.
- Embedded Cloud Education: Professional training platform for studying secure IoT architectures, AWS integration, and Wi-Fi provisioning.
Package Includes
- 1 x MICROCHIP AC164165 Development Kit (Wi-Fi Smart Device Enablement Kit, Alexa Voice Control, IoT)
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand / Series | SPIDER Automation / Microchip IoT Enablement Series |
| Item Type | Wi-Fi IoT Microcontroller Evaluation Kit & Development Board |
| Model Order Code / SKU | AC164165 / SKU-SPIDER-AC164165 |
| Silicon Manufacturer | Microchip Technology |
| Primary Microcontroller IC | SAML21G18B (32-Bit ARM Cortex-M0+ Core) |
| Program Flash Memory | 256 KB |
| RAM Capacity | 40 KB |
| Wireless Controller | ATWINC15x0 IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi Module |
| Security & Encryption | ECC608 Crypto Element for TLS1.2 Mutual Authentication (ECDSA) |
| Onboard Sensors | BME280 Environmental Sensor (Temperature, Humidity, Pressure) & VEML6030 Color/Light Sensor |
| Cloud & Voice Ecosystem | Amazon Web Services (AWS) IoT, AWS IoT Shadow, Amazon Alexa Voice Control |
| Power Supply Options | USB Interface or Rechargeable 2000 mAh Lithium Battery |
| Programming & Debugging | SWD (Serial Wire Debug) Interface & Built-In Bootloader Support |
| Package Shipping Weight | 0.104 kg (104 g) |
| Package Shipping Dimensions | 20 cm × 14 cm × 4 cm |
