Product Description
The ESP32-CAM Board Shield with Micro-USB Port is a dedicated adapter board engineered to simplify programming, power delivery, and wiring for the popular ESP32-CAM module. Featuring an onboard CH340 USB-to-serial chip and a standard micro-USB port, this expansion shield eliminates the hassle of wiring external FTDI programmers and manual jumper pins. It also includes a convenient reset button and built-in IO0 switch, making code uploading and testing effortless.
Essential for anyone working with the ESP32-CAM module in robotics, smart home cameras, and wireless vision projects, this plug-and-play shield turns a tricky wiring setup into a seamless, reliable development tool.
🔌 Programming Tip: Plug your ESP32-CAM directly onto the socket headers of this shield. The onboard CH340 chip handles serial communication instantly, letting you upload code via the Arduino IDE without messing with manual jumper wires.
Technical & Architectural Highlights
Dedicated Micro-USB Port: Provides stable 5V power and seamless USB-to-serial communication for programming and debugging.
Onboard CH340 Chip: Reliable serial bridge ensures effortless connection between your computer and the ESP32-CAM module.
Easy Reset & Flash Buttons: Features physical buttons for resetting the board and entering flash mode, removing the need for manual wire jumpers.
Plug-and-Play Design: Custom socket headers securely hold the ESP32-CAM while breaking out all useful GPIOs to standard pin headers.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value / Specification |
| Product Type | Programmer & Expansion Shield for ESP32-CAM |
| Compatible Module | ESP32-CAM (OV2640 compatible socket) |
| USB-to-Serial Chip | CH340G |
| Power & Communication | Micro-USB Interface |
| Onboard Controls | Reset Button, IO0 (Flash) Switch / Button |
| Operating Voltage | 5V DC (via USB) |
Applications
Streamlined Programming: Flashing and debugging code onto the ESP32-CAM without complex external wiring setups.
Permanent Enclosure Base: Acting as a stable base board with screw terminals or pin headers for deployed security and camera nodes.
Workshop Development: Making rapid prototyping and testing with ESP32-CAM camera modules clean and hassle-free.
What’s in the Box
1 x ESP32-CAM Micro-USB Shield Board (ESP32-CAM module sold separately).
All your IoT modules, expansion boards, and electronic components are available with fast shipping across Egypt from Pro Tronix!



