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Cytron Maker Nano RP2040

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Key part: Cytron Maker Nano RP2040 board (pinout)

Key part: Cytron Maker Nano RP2040 board (pinout)

A low-cost, high-function RP2040 board with 14 GPIO LEDs, 2 NeoPixels, a piezo buzzer, and 2 Grove ports.

Source book: Learning MicroPython
Kit page: https://dmccreary.github.io/learning-micropython/kits/maker-nano-rp2040/
Printable one-pager: maker-nano-rp2040-one-pager.html

Features

  • Low cost: $9
  • 14 GPIO blue LEDs
  • 2 RGB LEDs (Neopixels)
  • 1 Piezo buzzer
  • 2 4-wire JST-SH ports (with Grove connectors)

Benefits

  • Free, open lessons: the Learning MicroPython textbook has the kit page, wiring, and MicroPython code.
  • Budget: $9 (board).

Parts

  • Cytron Maker Nano RP2040 — Microcontroller board with built-in RP2040
  • Piezo Buzzer / Speaker — Sound output
  • WS2812B NeoPixels — LEDs
  • 830-Point Breadboard ($1.10) — Breadboard
  • Micro-USB Data Cable ($2.50) — Power and programming cable