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The Raspberry Pi Pico H Development Board combines the power of the RP2040 microcontroller with pre‑soldered 0.1″ headers and a convenient debug header. It’s ready to drop into a breadboard, wiring panel, or control box, making it an excellent choice for students, makers, and rapid prototyping.
With a dual‑core Cortex‑M0+, 264 kB SRAM, 2 MB flash, and versatile I/O, this board is a workhorse for sensor hubs, robots, automation systems, and classroom labs that need robust, repeatable hardware.
Why Pico H is so practical
- Ready to plug: Pre‑soldered headers save assembly time and reduce errors—ideal for workshops and teaching.
- Powerful MCU: RP2040 dual‑core @ up to 133 MHz with timers, DMA, and PIO for precise control.
- Accurate sensing: 12‑bit ADC and clean 3.3 V GPIO for reliable sensor measurements.
- Wide supply range: 5 V input with 5 V/3.3 V outputs and working current up to around 300 mA.
Project ideas and applications
- Lab instruments: Multichannel thermometers, dataloggers, or simple oscilloscopes and logic monitors.
- Motor and servo controllers: Control small robots, pan‑tilt mechanisms, and animatronics.
- Control panels: Build button, encoder, and display panels for machines, 3D printers, or test rigs.
- Educational kits: Use Pico H as the core of solder‑free starter kits for coding and electronics.
Starter bundles
- Pico H classroom kit: Board + breadboard + jumper wires + LED and relay pack.
- Sensor lab: Pico H + multi‑sensor kit + 0.96″ or 1.3″ OLED for visualization.
- Robot starter: Pico H + L298/L9110 driver + TT or micro gearmotors and wheels.
Recommended add‑ons
- Micro‑USB cable for power and programming.
- Analog and digital sensors that take advantage of the 12‑bit ADC.
- LCD/OLED displays for user interfaces, graphs, and text.
- Extra headers and proto boards for semi‑permanent mounting.
Technical specifications
| Microcontroller | RP2040 dual‑core Arm Cortex‑M0+ processor |
|---|---|
| Clock speed | Up to 133 MHz (programmable) |
| SRAM | 264 kB |
| Flash memory | 2 MB on‑board |
| GPIO pins | 26 multi‑function GPIO pins (3.3 V logic) |
| Interfaces | 2 × SPI, 2 × I²C, 2 × UART, 3 × 12‑bit ADC, 16 × PWM channels |
| USB | Micro‑USB 1.1 (host/device) |
| Supply voltage | 5 V input, 5 V/3.3 V outputs |
| Working current | ≤ 300 mA (typical board supply capability, depending on design) |
| Operating temperature | −20 °C to +80 °C (typical) |
| Headers | 0.1″ spaced dual headers + 3‑pin debug header, all pre‑soldered |
Pinout & power notes
- 3.3 V I/O: GPIO operates at 3.3 V even though the board is powered from 5 V.
- Current limits: Keep per‑pin and total GPIO current within the RP2040 datasheet recommendations.
- Debug header: Use the 3‑pin SWD header for low‑level debugging and firmware bring‑up when needed.
What’s in the box
- 1 × Raspberry Pi Pico H Development Board with pre‑soldered headers
FAQ
- How is Pico H different from the regular Pico?
- Pico H has pre‑soldered 0.1″ headers and a debug header, so it is ready for breadboards and wiring harnesses with no soldering step.
- Can I power it from USB only?
- Yes. For most lab and hobby projects, powering from the micro‑USB port is enough. Just make sure your USB supply can handle any external loads.
- Is this board suitable for teaching?
- Very much so. The solder‑free headers and stable platform make it ideal for classroom exercises and workshop activities focused on coding and electronics.
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