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The Microstack baseboard for Raspberry Pi brings the world of Microstack modules to the amazing world of Raspberry Pi. This baseboard can be used with Raspb...
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The Microstack baseboard for Raspberry Pi brings the world of Microstack modules to the amazing world of Raspberry Pi. This baseboard can be used with Raspberry Pi model A and B and the newer A+ and B+ versions. It routes the appropriate GPIO pins of the Raspberry Pi to sockets to connect Microstack modules. The onboard 3.3V regulator makes enough current available to power a stack of Microstack modules, separate from the limited 3.3V supply on the Raspberry Pi. The 5V supply to the regulator and some Microstack modules can either be supplied from the Raspberry Pi or via an additional, onboard 5V microusb socket. The unique multi colour PCB and polarised sockets help ensure the correct modules are fitted in the correct orientation in the correct socket.
- Fully supported with Microstack Node Python Library
- Quick to get started on Raspberry Pi with simple to install drivers
- Unique colour coded PCB for simplicity
- Onboard 3.3V power regulator takes the load of the Raspberry Pi's 3.3 volt power rail
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Plain-language definitions for the technical terms used above.
- 3.3V regulator
- A 3.3V regulator is a power circuit that provides a steady 3.3 volts for parts that need that supply voltage. On a breakout board, it can let the sensor run safely even when the connected microcontroller or power source uses a higher voltage.
- GPIO
- General-purpose input/output pins are microcontroller pins you can set in software to read signals, switch devices on and off, or connect to peripherals. The number of GPIO pins matters because it limits how many buttons, LEDs, sensors, and other parts you can wire directly to the board.
- PCB
- A printed circuit board is a rigid board with copper tracks that connect electronic parts without loose wires. For this kit, the PCBs also form the airplane shape, so they are both the circuit base and part of the finished model.
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