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A compact 4×AA battery holder with a built-in on/off power switch, DC2.1 barrel jack output, and a protective cover. Ideal for powering Arduino, Raspberry Pi...

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A compact 4×AA battery holder with a built-in on/off power switch, DC2.1 barrel jack output, and a protective cover. Ideal for powering Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and other microcontroller projects with a portable 6V supply.

The holder accepts four standard AA batteries (1.2V rechargeable or 1.5V alkaline) and outputs through a centre-positive DC2.1 jack (5.5mm outer, 2.1mm inner), compatible with most development boards that accept barrel jack power input.

Key Features

  • Built-In Power Switch – On/off slide switch for convenient power control without disconnecting
  • DC2.1 Barrel Jack Output – Standard 5.5mm outer / 2.1mm inner centre-positive connector
  • Protective Cover – Snap-on lid keeps batteries secure and protected
  • Stainless Steel Contacts – Nickel-plated spring plates for reliable electrical contact
  • 25cm Output Wire – Flexible lead length for easy routing to your project
  • ABS Construction – Durable, lightweight plastic housing
  • RoHS Compliant – Meets environmental and safety standards

Specifications

  • Battery Type – 4× AA (LR6 / HR6)
  • Output Voltage – 4.8V (NiMH) or 6V (alkaline)
  • Output Connector – DC2.1 barrel jack (5.5mm OD, 2.1mm ID, centre-positive)
  • Wire Length – 25cm
  • Dimensions – 70 × 64.5 × 19.6mm
  • Weight – 41.3g (without batteries)
  • Material – ABS (housing), stainless steel nickel-plated (contacts)

Ideal For

  • Portable Arduino and Raspberry Pi projects
  • Robotics and remote-controlled builds
  • Prototyping without a mains power supply
  • Educational electronics kits

Package Contents

  • 1× 4×AA Battery Holder with switch, DC2.1 jack, and cover
Note: Batteries are not included. Do not mix battery types or old and new batteries in the holder.

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microcontroller
A microcontroller is a small computer on a single chip that runs a stored program and controls connected inputs and outputs such as buttons, sensors, displays and communication interfaces. In a device built around one, it is the part that executes the code and coordinates the device's behaviour.

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