# T-Embed CC1101 Plus (LILYGO)

> The T-Embed CC1101 sub-GHz tool with an added nRF24L01 2.4 GHz radio, in a Flipper-style body with a 1.9-inch colour screen and infrared.

- **Category:** Multitools
- **Availability:** Listed by maker
- **Price:** US$60.65 (at lilygo.cc), checked 2026-09-17
- **Good for:** Sub-GHz and 2.4 GHz experiments in one pocket device.
- **You'll need:** Community firmware such as Bruce for the tool features.
- **Trade-off:** No NFC or RFID; battery size not published.
- **Page:** https://gadgets.sh/devices/lilygo-t-embed-cc1101-plus/

## Where to buy

| Shop | Status | Link |
|---|---|---|
| LILYGO | Orderable | https://lilygo.cc/products/t-embed-cc1101-plus?utm_source=gadgets.sh&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=lilygo-t-embed-cc1101-plus&utm_content=api |
| Amazon | Orderable | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FMFD54K3?utm_source=gadgets.sh&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=lilygo-t-embed-cc1101-plus&utm_content=api |

## Blueprint

**Schematics published.** The 'Plus' is the base T-Embed CC1101 board with an added nRF24L01 module; LILYGO reuses the base T-Embed-CC1101 repo's PDF schematic and STEP 3D files, no Plus-specific hardware files exist.

### Design files

- schematic: [T-Embed-CC1101 V1.0 schematic (PDF)](https://github.com/Xinyuan-LilyGO/T-Embed-CC1101/blob/master/hardware/T-Embed-CC1101%20V1.0%2024-07-29.pdf) (PDF)
- 3d-model: [T-Embed CC1101 mechanical 3D model (STEP)](https://github.com/Xinyuan-LilyGO/T-Embed-CC1101/blob/master/3D_files/T-Embed%20CC1101.stp) (STEP)

### Source repositories

- [Xinyuan-LilyGO/T-Embed-CC1101](https://github.com/Xinyuan-LilyGO/T-Embed-CC1101) — hardware, ★508

### Key parts

| Part | Role | Datasheet |
|---|---|---|
| ESP32-S3 | MCU | https://www.espressif.com/sites/default/files/documentation/esp32-s3_datasheet_en.pdf |
| CC1101 | sub-GHz radio | https://www.ti.com/product/CC1101 |
| nRF24L01 | 2.4GHz radio (Plus-only add-on) | https://cdn.sparkfun.com/datasheets/Wireless/Nordic/nRF24L01_Product_Specification_v2_0.pdf |

_Notes:_ Confirmed via lilygo.cc/products/t-embed-cc1101-plus page text: 'The T-Embed CC1101 Plus is simply the T-Embed CC1101 with an added nRF24L01 module.' No dedicated Plus schematic/repo found; the nRF24L01 module wiring itself is not separately documented.

### Raw source files

Direct links an agent or KiCad can open (the viewer on the page reads the same files).

- 3D model (STEP, 2.1 MB): [T-Embed CC1101 mechanical 3D model (STEP)](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Xinyuan-LilyGO/T-Embed-CC1101/master/3D_files/T-Embed%20CC1101.stp)
- 3D model (STEP, 1.5 MB): [t embed 1 pcb 1 1 1](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Xinyuan-LilyGO/T-Embed-CC1101/master/3D_files/t_embed-1_pcb_1_1_1.stp)

## Specifications

### Core hardware

| | |
|---|---|
| Processor | ESP32-S3 · 16 MB flash · 8 MB PSRAM |
| Display | 1.9″ ST7789V IPS · 170 × 320 |
| Radios | CC1101 sub-GHz · nRF24L01 2.4 GHz · Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n · Bluetooth LE 5 · IR transmit and receive |
| Power | Battery voltage sensing on IO04; capacity not stated |

### Details from the product page

| | |
|---|---|
| Difference from the CC1101 | Adds an nRF24L01 module |
| Antenna versions | Internal (K268) or external (K268-01) |
| Case warning | The maker does not recommend replacing the case; doing so risks the IR function |
| Development | Arduino, ESP-IDF |

### Buying

| | |
|---|---|
| Price | US$60.65 on lilygo.cc |
| Availability | In stock on the day of review |

## Firmware & community

- [Bruce](https://github.com/pr3y/Bruce) — Sub-GHz RF transmitter and receiver toolkit with rotary dial menu controls and IR learning.

## Documentation

- [Maker product page](https://lilygo.cc/products/t-embed-cc1101-plus)
- [LILYGO GitHub organisation](https://github.com/Xinyuan-LilyGO)
- [LILYGO FAQ and support](https://lilygo.cc/pages/faqs)

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Source: gadgets.sh · https://gadgets.sh/devices/lilygo-t-embed-cc1101-plus/ · JSON: https://gadgets.sh/api/v1/devices/lilygo-t-embed-cc1101-plus.json