USB to microUSB OTG Converter Shim
The USB to microUSB OTG Converter Shim is a tiny adapter that slides inside a full-sized USB-A male connector, converting it into a USB On-The-Go (OTG) compatible microUSB connection. It provides a compact, cable-free way to connect a single USB peripheral directly to a Raspberry Pi Zero or other microUSB OTG host.
Simply push the shim into the USB-A plug of your peripheral device, then plug the resulting microUSB connector into your Pi Zero's USB port — no adaptor cables or hubs required.
Key Features
- Ultra-Compact – Fits inside a standard USB-A male connector
- USB OTG Compatible – Converts USB-A male to microUSB for OTG host devices
- No Cables Needed – Direct plug-in connection with minimal bulk
- Pi Zero Friendly – Ideal for single-peripheral setups on the Raspberry Pi Zero
Warning: Only plug this shim into a USB-A male plug (the connector on a USB device/cable). Never plug it into a USB-A female receptacle port (such as those on a Raspberry Pi 3 or computer). Ensure the four contacts face inward towards the contacts inside the USB connector when inserting.
Ideal For
- Connecting USB peripherals to a Raspberry Pi Zero
- Minimal, cable-free USB OTG setups
- Portable and embedded projects where space is limited
Package Contents
- 1× USB to microUSB OTG Converter Shim
The USB to microUSB OTG Converter Shim appears in the following collections:
SKU PI-ADP006
by Pimoroni
