Octa2Go is an ESP32-based pixel controller for builders who are ready to run more props from one board. It ships with WLED installed, works with xLights, and supports 5V, 12V, and 24V 3-wire pixels.
8 local pixel outputsWLED 16.0.1 installed2.4GHz Wi-FixLights compatibleModular and repairable
Built for pixels
Eight outputs let you split props into cleaner runs instead of forcing everything onto one or two long strings.
Beginner-friendly WLED
WLED comes pre-installed so you can connect, configure your outputs, and start testing without compiling firmware.
Room to grow
The expansion header supports add-on modules such as Ethernet, SD card, audio-reactive, IR, and 4-button control. Modules sold separately.
What it supports
5V, 12V, and 24V pixels and strip, using 3-wire data only. No clock/data pixel types.
5V data output through 33 ohm resistors.
WLED effects, presets, segments, playlists, and network control.
xLights use through WLED-supported network protocols.
Optional Ethernet model with 10/100 Ethernet module installed and configured.
Power layout
Octa2Go has two pixel power banks so you can run different voltages on each side when your layout calls for it.
P1 power inputPowers ports 1-4 and also feeds the onboard step-down supply for the ESP32. Set the voltage jumper correctly before powering up.
P2 power inputPowers ports 5-8 only. No voltage jumper is required for P2 because it does not power the ESP32.
Power-up safety note
Reverse polarity protection helps protect the controller, but it does not protect pixels connected to the outputs. After wiring DC power, power the controller with no pixels connected first. Confirm polarity and settings before plugging in your pixels.
Recommended pixel counts
The ESP32 can drive a lot of pixels, but performance depends on pixel count, frame rate, effects, Wi-Fi quality, and your layout. For a smooth beginner experience, start smaller and grow once everything is working.
Recommended250 pixels/output 2,000 total pixels
Very good400 pixels/output 3,200 total pixels
Good500 pixels/output 4,000 total pixels
Okay600 pixels/output 4,800 total pixels
For runs over about 200 pixels on an output, plan on proper power injection. The controller output limit is 5A max per output, 40A total.
Quick specs
Controller revisionRevision 1.0
ProcessorESP32 based
Wi-Fi2.4GHz only
Dimensions165mm x 83.5mm, about 6.5" x 3.25"
Output current5A max per output, 40A total
Pixel voltage5V, 12V, or 24V pixels/strip
Output GPIO map
Port 1GPIO2
Port 2GPIO13
Port 3GPIO12
Port 4GPIO14
Port 5GPIO4
Port 6GPIO16
Port 7GPIO32
Port 8GPIO33
Open source firmware
Octa2Go ships with RGB2Go-branded WLED 16.0.1 firmware. This firmware is based on WLED and is licensed under the EUPL v1.2 or later. Source code is available at github.com/jasonsomers/RGB2Go-WLED. Version-specific source is available through the tagged releases in that repository.
⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65): This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
