Fingerprint Sensor AS608 - A Beginner's Guide
One touch can replace keys. This project uses an optical fingerprint sensor to enroll users and then grant access with a quick scan.
read tutorial →The wireless Pico 2: Raspberry Pi's RP2350 microcontroller plus 2.4GHz WiFi and Bluetooth 5.2 on the familiar 40-pin board. Program it drag-and-drop over USB (UF2) in MicroPython or C/C++.
Wireless is handled by an onboard Infineon CYW43439, and the VSYS input takes anything from 1.8V to 5.5V - single Li-ion cells included.
| MCU | Raspberry Pi RP2350 |
| Cores | Dual Cortex-M33 or dual RISC-V Hazard3, up to 150MHz |
| Memory | 520KB SRAM + 4MB onboard flash |
| Wireless | 2.4GHz 802.11n WiFi + Bluetooth 5.2 (CYW43439) |
| GPIO | 26 multi-function pins (3.3V logic), 3 ADC-capable |
| USB | Micro USB, UF2 drag-and-drop programming |
| Power input | VSYS 1.8V to 5.5V (onboard buck-boost) |
| Size | 21mm × 51mm, castellated edges |
3.3V logic only - use a level shifter for 5V signals, and keep metal clear of the antenna end for better range.
Yes — all stock ships from our Quezon City warehouse. Order before 4 PM weekdays for same-day cutoff via J&T or LBC.
Yes. Metro Manila usually arrives next-day; provincial 1–3 working days.
Yes — we accept Purchase Orders from accredited schools and universities. Contact us with your PO details and we'll process it.
Most parts work with common maker boards — check the description for specific pinout / voltage notes. If you're unsure, send us a message before ordering.
7-day inspection window for DOA units. Email proof of issue and we'll ship a replacement or refund. Used / installed parts are not returnable unless faulty.
Yes — questions land on our forum or via email, weekday or weekend. We've actually wired up most of what we sell.
Manila stock. Order before 16:00 PHT, ships today via J&T or LBC. Provincial: 1–3 working days.
Schools / class POs: we accept Purchase Orders for accredited schools and universities. contact us with your PO details.
Returns: 7-day inspection window for DOA units. Email proof of issue and we ship a replacement.
One touch can replace keys. This project uses an optical fingerprint sensor to enroll users and then grant access with a quick scan.
read tutorial →Wire a joystick to your Arduino, read X/Y, then print UP / DOWN / LEFT / RIGHT to the serial monitor.
read tutorial →Bench-test a 43 A motor driver before wiring the full project. Catches weak power, mis-pinning, and dead boards before they cost you time.
read tutorial →Coming from UNO and the Pico won't show a COM port? Here's the BOOTSEL trick, the driver fix, and the first sketch that actually works.
read tutorial →Share what you built. Photos, BOM, what worked, what didn't.
view thread →Symptom + what you tried + clear photo = answers within hours.
view thread →Brownout reset when adding a sensor? Notes on supply decoupling and GPIO checks.
view thread →Upload failing on your first Uno? Driver, COM port, board match — checklist inside.
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