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Elecrow Crowtail Shield for Raspberry Pi Pico RP2040

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The Elecrow Crowtail Shield for Raspberry Pi Pico (RP2040) is a plug-and-play expansion board designed to simplify prototyping with the Pico, eliminating the need for soldering or breadboards. It expands the Pico’s capabilities by providing 10 dedicated Crowtail ports, enabling direct connection to a wide range of Crowtail sensors and modules.

Features

  • Designed specifically for Raspberry Pi Pico (RP2040) boards.
  • Features 10 Crowtail ports: 2x I2C, 2x UART, 3x Digital, 3x Analog, and 1x SPI.
  • Includes a power switch (3.3V/5V selectable), BAT interface, and SWD debug port.
  • Enables solderless, plug-and-play connections with Crowtail sensors.
  • Supports development with MicroPython and Arduino platforms.

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Description

The Elecrow Crowtail Shield transforms the Raspberry Pi Pico into a highly accessible prototyping platform, streamlining the development process for makers and engineers. This dedicated expansion board provides a convenient interface to the Pico’s powerful RP2040 microcontroller, offering a rich set of peripheral connections without the complexity of manual wiring or soldering.

Integrating seamlessly with Crowtail series sensors, the shield offers 10 specialized ports, including I2C, UART, Digital, Analog, and SPI, alongside a battery interface and an SWD debug port. A selectable 3.3V/5V power switch enhances versatility, allowing developers to quickly configure their power output. This stackable add-on board allows direct attachment of a pre-soldered Pico, accelerating project development from concept to functional prototype with ease.

Key Features

  • Dedicated GPIO expansion for Raspberry Pi Pico, providing 10 additional Crowtail ports.
  • Comprehensive Crowtail peripheral support: 2x I2C, 2x UART, 3x Digital, and 3x Analog ports.
  • Integrated 1x SPI port for high-speed peripheral communication.
  • Includes a battery interface (BAT) for portable applications.
  • Equipped with a SWD (Serial Wire Debug) interface for advanced debugging capabilities.
  • Features a convenient 3.3V/5V selectable power switch for various sensor requirements.
  • Designed for solderless, plug-and-play integration with Crowtail series sensors and modules.
  • Compatible with popular development environments such as MicroPython and Arduino IDE.

Technical Specifications

Board TypeShield
CompatibilityRaspberry Pi Pico (RP2040)
Analog Ports3 (A1, A2, A3)
Digital Ports3 (D1, D2, D3)
UART Ports2
I2C Ports2
SPI Port1
BAT Port1
Power Switch5V/3.3V selectable
Operating Voltage3V / 5V
Operating Temperature-25°C to +85°C
Dimensions (L x W)65mm x 56mm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary function of the Elecrow Crowtail Shield for Raspberry Pi Pico?

The Crowtail Shield acts as an expansion board for the Raspberry Pi Pico, breaking out its GPIO pins into 10 convenient Crowtail ports. This design enables solderless, plug-and-play connections with a variety of Crowtail sensors and modules, significantly simplifying prototyping and reducing wiring complexity for Pico projects.

What types of communication interfaces does this shield provide?

The shield offers a comprehensive suite of communication interfaces including two I2C ports, two UART ports, three digital I/O ports, three analog input ports, and one SPI port. These interfaces cover most common sensor and peripheral requirements, facilitating diverse embedded system development with the Raspberry Pi Pico.

Is the Elecrow Crowtail Shield compatible with standard Raspberry Pi HATs?

No, the Elecrow Crowtail Shield is specifically designed for the Raspberry Pi Pico's unique form factor and pinout, utilizing the Crowtail ecosystem for expansions. It is not compatible with standard Raspberry Pi HATs, which are designed for larger Raspberry Pi single-board computers like the Pi 4 or Pi 5 with a 40-pin GPIO header.

What development environments are supported when using this shield?

The Crowtail Shield for Raspberry Pi Pico is fully compatible with popular development environments such as MicroPython and the Arduino IDE. Developers can leverage the extensive libraries and community support within these ecosystems to program their Pico and interact with attached Crowtail sensors through the shield.

What is the operating voltage range for the Crowtail Shield?

The Crowtail Shield operates with a selectable power supply, offering either 3.3V or 5V output to connected Crowtail modules and sensors. This flexibility allows it to power a wide range of components that have varying voltage requirements, making it versatile for different electronic projects.

Package Includes

  • 1 x Elecrow Crowtail Shield for Raspberry Pi Pico (RP2040)

Additional Information

Weight 0.026 kg
Dimensions 6.5 × 5.6 cm