Official Raspberry Pi Pico with Pre-Soldered Header Pins
Official Raspberry Pi Pico Microcontroller Board with Pre-Soldered Header Pins
The Raspberry Pi Pico is a compact, high-performance microcontroller board built around the RP2040 chip designed by Raspberry Pi. Its pre-soldered male header pins let you drop it straight into a breadboard or connect peripherals without any soldering, so you can start prototyping immediately. With 264KB of SRAM, 2MB of flash, and flexible I/O, it is a robust choice for everything from simple sensor loggers to complex embedded controllers.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Microcontroller | Raspberry Pi RP2040 |
| Processor | Dual-core ARM Cortex-M0+ @ 133 MHz |
| SRAM | 264 KB |
| Flash memory | 2 MB on‑board QSPI |
| GPIO pins | 26 multifunction (3.3V logic) |
| Analog inputs | 3 × 12‑bit ADC channels |
What You Can Build With This
- A MicroPython blink script on the on‑board LED to learn the basics
- A temperature and humidity monitor using an I2C sensor and a small OLED display
- A USB MIDI controller driven by the PIO state machines for precise timing
- A simple line‑following robot with two DC motors and an IR sensor array
Compatibility
The Pico runs code written in MicroPython, C/C++ (official SDK), or CircuitPython. It operates at 3.3V logic and comes with a 5V‑tolerant USB connector and a VSYS pin that accepts 3.5‑5.5V. The pre‑soldered headers follow a 2.54 mm pitch, so the board fits any standard breadboard and most Pico‑compatible add‑on modules like the Pimoroni Pico Display or the Pico Explorer Base.
Wiring Notes
After plugging the Pico into a breadboard, connect power through the micro‑USB port or apply a regulated 3.3‑5V to the VSYS pin. Every GPIO operates at 3.3V; never feed 5V directly to a GPIO pin. For 5V peripherals, use level shifters or voltage dividers on the data lines. Each GPIO can source or sink up to 4 mA safely, so add external transistors for higher‑current loads.
Why Buy from Compoden
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Is this compatible with the Arduino IDE?
Yes, an unofficial Arduino core for the RP2040 allows you to program the Pico using the Arduino IDE and a wide range of existing libraries.
Does this board have Wi‑Fi?
No, the standard Pico does not include Wi‑Fi. For wireless connectivity, look for the Raspberry Pi Pico W variant.
What programming languages can I use?
You can program the board in MicroPython, C/C++ via the official Pico SDK, or CircuitPython through Adafruit’s port. All three are well documented and actively maintained.
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- 7-Day Return: Manufacturing defects only (approval required)
- Warranty: 7 days from delivery
- Non-Returnable: Batteries, consumables, cut wires, clearance items