The Kalam 8051 Development Board is a compact, plug-and-play development platform based on the AT89S52 8051 microcontroller. Designed for students, hobbyists, and embedded system developers, it offers seamless compatibility with Windows 7, 8, 10, and 11.
The board features an integrated USBasp programmer, eliminating the need for an external programmer or additional driver installation. It supports program development using the Keil µVision IDE, enabling users to write, compile, and upload code with ease.
With its user-friendly design, onboard programming capability, and ready-to-use setup, the Kalam 8051 Development Board provides a convenient and efficient solution for learning, prototyping, and developing 8051-based applications
Features
- AT89S52 8051 Microcontroller
- On-board USB programmer
- No external driver or programmer required
- Directly load Keil µVision HEX files for programming and testing.
- UART communication support
- 2.54mm Male GPIO access headers
- 5V power rail for external device interfacing
- On-board ICSP support for programming external devices
- USB Type-C connectivity
- On-board voltage regulator with over-current protection
- Dedicated reset push button
- On-board user LED (Blue) connected to P1.2 for debugging and testing
- On-board power LED (Red) for external power indication
Documents
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Microcontroller |
8051 family MCU AT89S52
|
| Programming Interface |
On-board USB programmer USPasp |
| USB Driver Requirement |
Not required |
| Supported Operating Systems |
Windows 8 / 10 / 11 |
| Input Power Supply |
12V DC |
| On-board Regulator |
12V to 5V linear / switching (as implemented) |
| Logic Voltage |
5V |
| Debug Indicator |
LED on Port P1.2 |
| Reset |
On-board tactile reset switch |
| External Power Pins |
5V and GND breakout |
| I/O Pin Access |
2.54 mm pitch male header connectors |
| Header Pitch |
2.54 mm |
| Size |
69 x 54 x 15 mm |
Q: Which microcontroller is used on this board?
A: The board uses the AT89S52 (8051) microcontroller.
Q: How can I power the board?
A: You can power it using USB Type-C or a 7–12V DC adapter.
Q: Does the board support USB programming?
A: Yes, it features an onboard USBasp programmer for direct programming via USB Type-C.
Q: Is a reset button available?
A: Yes, an onboard reset button is provided.
Q: Are all GPIO pins accessible?
A: Yes, all major 8051 I/O pins are broken out to headers.
Q: Does the board provide 5V and GND pins?
A: Yes, dedicated 5V and GND pins are available for external modules.
Q: Is this board suitable for learning embedded systems?
A: Yes, it is ideal for students, beginners, and educational projects.
Q: Can I connect sensors, displays, and relays?
A: Yes, the board supports interfacing with various external modules.
Q: Does the board support UART communication?
A: Yes, dedicated TX and RX pins are available for serial communication.
Q: Does the board support ISP programming?
A: Yes, an ISP header is available for programming the microcontroller.
