Communication

nRF24L01+

2.4GHz SPI radio module used in low-cost remote controls and sensor links.

China-madeNordic SemiconductorActiveModerate

Best For

Projects needing 2.4GHz and SPI with a commonly available communication part.

Avoid If

You need production-grade certainty without checking the exact module vendor, pinout, and library maintenance status.

Quick Decision Notes

nRF24L01+ is indexed as a communication part from Nordic Semiconductor. ChipScout tracks it by practical maker-facing dimensions: interfaces, library readiness, estimated price, field-level sources, and whether the page is strong enough for selection rather than only lookup.

Technical Specifications

Function2.4GHz transceiverSource: Nordic Semiconductor
Data Rate250kbps - 2MbpsSource: Nordic Semiconductor
Working Voltage1.9V - 3.6VSource: Nordic Semiconductor

Common Use Cases

  • Maker prototypes
  • Low-cost modules
  • Educational hardware

Known Issues

  • Breakout boards may use different pin labels or regulator choices
  • Clone modules can differ from the original datasheet part

Interfaces and Library Support

Interfaces
SPI
Wireless
2.4GHz proprietary
Voltage
3.3V
Libraries
Arduino verifiedMicroPython verified
Data Integrity86% confidence
Sourcehttps://www.nordicsemi.com/
Last verified2026-05-20
Core specsVerified
PinoutAvailable
Library supportChecked
Price rangePresent
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Source Resources

Pinout Table

VCC3.3VPower the module from a rail that matches the breakout board, not just the bare IC.
GNDCommon groundConnect ground between the controller, sensor/module, and external power supply.
SCKMCU SPI clockShare with other SPI devices when chip select lines are separate.
MOSIMCU SPI data outRequired for most displays, radios, and writable devices.
MISOMCU SPI data inMay be optional for write-only displays.
CSAny free GPIOUse one chip-select pin per SPI peripheral.

Pinout is not yet source-verified. Use the table as an integration checklist, then confirm exact pins against the module vendor page before wiring hardware.

Common Wiring

VCC

Power the module from a rail that matches the breakout board, not just the bare IC.

GND

Connect ground between the controller, sensor/module, and external power supply.

SCK

Share with other SPI devices when chip select lines are separate.

MOSI

Required for most displays, radios, and writable devices.

Arduino Example

#include <SPI.h>

const int chipSelect = 10;

void setup() {
  Serial.begin(115200);
  pinMode(chipSelect, OUTPUT);
  digitalWrite(chipSelect, HIGH);
  SPI.begin();
  Serial.println("nRF24L01+ SPI wiring smoke test");
}

void loop() {
  // Replace this transaction with the maintained nRF24L01+ driver call.
  digitalWrite(chipSelect, LOW);
  SPI.transfer(0x00);
  digitalWrite(chipSelect, HIGH);
  delay(1000);
}

MicroPython Example

from machine import Pin, SPI
import time

spi = SPI(0, baudrate=1_000_000, polarity=0, phase=0)
cs = Pin(5, Pin.OUT, value=1)

while True:
    # Replace with the maintained nRF24L01+ driver call.
    cs(0)
    spi.write(bytes([0x00]))
    cs(1)
    time.sleep(1)

Recommended Development Boards

ESP32-C3 development board

Low-cost Wi-Fi/BLE board with enough interfaces for most sensors and modules.

Arduino Uno R4 / compatible

Good baseline for beginner wiring and library validation.

Raspberry Pi Pico W

Practical MicroPython target for I2C, SPI, UART, PWM, and ADC experiments.

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Common Questions

What is nRF24L01+ best used for?

Projects needing 2.4GHz and SPI with a commonly available communication part.

Does nRF24L01+ support Arduino or MicroPython?

nRF24L01+ has verified Arduino support and verified MicroPython support.

What interfaces does nRF24L01+ use?

nRF24L01+ lists SPI; wireless support is 2.4GHz proprietary.

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