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Pimoroni Breakout Garden Mini (I2C + SPI) for Raspberry Pi

₹1,099.00 (Inclusive of all taxes)
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The Pimoroni Breakout Garden Mini for Raspberry Pi is a compact pHAT-format expansion board, providing two I2C and one SPI slot for effortlessly integrating Pimoroni breakouts without soldering. It simplifies prototyping by offering plug-and-play connectivity for a wide range of sensors and peripherals.

Features

  • pHAT format board compatible with all 40-pin header Raspberry Pi models.
  • Features two 5-pin I2C slots for multiple I2C peripheral integration.
  • Includes one 7-pin SPI slot, expanding compatibility to SPI-based breakouts.
  • Enables solderless prototyping with Pimoroni breakouts via sturdy edge connectors.
  • Comes with a automagic installer for easy software setup on your Raspberry Pi.

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Description

The Pimoroni Breakout Garden Mini (I2C + SPI) offers the simplest way to expand your Raspberry Pi’s capabilities with Pimoroni breakouts. This pHAT-format board eliminates the need for soldering or complex wiring, allowing you to quickly attach up to three breakouts (two I2C and one SPI) and begin your coding and creative projects immediately.

Designed for rapid prototyping and flexibility, the Breakout Garden Mini features robust edge connectors that securely link Pimoroni breakouts to your Raspberry Pi’s GPIO pins. The inclusion of an SPI slot significantly broadens its utility, supporting popular SPI breakouts like LCD and OLED displays. Additionally, its two I2C slots leverage the I2C bus’s multi-device capability, ensuring compatibility with various I2C sensors and modules, all designed with unique addresses to prevent conflicts.

Getting started is streamlined with the provided software. Simply connect your desired breakouts to the Breakout Garden Mini, run the dedicated installer from the Breakout Garden GitHub repository, and the necessary software for your specific breakouts will be automatically configured, making development seamless and efficient.

Key Features

  • Three sturdy edge-connector slots for solderless integration of Pimoroni breakouts.
  • Two dedicated 5-pin I2C slots, supporting multiple I2C devices simultaneously.
  • One dedicated 7-pin SPI slot for expanding to SPI-based displays and sensors.
  • Standard 0.1” pitch connectors for reliable connections.
  • Includes broken-out pins (1x10 male header strip) for additional GPIO access.
  • Integrated reverse polarity protection for enhanced durability of connected breakouts.
  • Compact pHAT form factor, ideal for space-constrained Raspberry Pi projects.
  • Fully compatible with all Raspberry Pi models featuring a 40-pin GPIO header.

Applications

  • Rapid prototyping and development of Raspberry Pi projects.
  • Educational kits for learning about I2C and SPI communication.
  • Integration of multiple sensors and actuators without soldering.
  • Creating compact, expandable IoT devices and embedded systems.
  • Developing custom displays and user interfaces with SPI screens.

Technical Specifications

Form FactorpHAT
CompatibilityRaspberry Pi (40-pin header)
I2C Slots2 (5-pin)
SPI Slots1 (7-pin)
Connector Pitch0.1" (2.54mm)
Power InputVia Raspberry Pi GPIO
Supported BreakoutsPimoroni I2C & SPI Breakouts

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Raspberry Pi models are compatible with the Breakout Garden Mini?

The Pimoroni Breakout Garden Mini is designed for full compatibility with all Raspberry Pi models that feature a 40-pin GPIO header. This includes the Raspberry Pi 1 Model B+, Raspberry Pi 2, 3, 4, and the Raspberry Pi 5, ensuring broad applicability across the ecosystem.

How many breakouts can be connected to this board simultaneously?

The Breakout Garden Mini provides three dedicated slots for Pimoroni breakouts. These include two I2C slots, which can host multiple I2C devices (provided they have unique addresses), and one SPI slot for connecting a single SPI-based breakout at a time.

Is soldering required to connect breakouts to the Breakout Garden Mini?

No, soldering is not required. The Pimoroni Breakout Garden Mini utilizes sturdy edge connectors, allowing you to simply "pop" Pimoroni breakouts into the designated slots. This feature makes it ideal for rapid prototyping and easily swapping out components.

What software support is available for the Breakout Garden Mini?

Pimoroni provides an "automagic installer" accessible via their Breakout Garden GitHub repository. After connecting your breakouts, running this installer will automatically detect and install the necessary software libraries for the integrated breakouts, simplifying the setup process.

Package Includes

  • 1 x Pimoroni Breakout Garden Mini (I2C + SPI) for Raspberry Pi

Additional Information

Weight 0.03 kg
Dimensions 7 × 3 × 2 cm