Cytron Maker Nano RP2040

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

Key part: Cytron Maker Nano RP2040 board (pinout)

Key part: Cytron Maker Nano RP2040 board (pinout) (kit photo still needed)

Key Features

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

Key Benefits

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

Parts

Part (price)Role
Cytron Maker Nano RP2040Microcontroller board with built-in RP2040
Piezo Buzzer / SpeakerSound output
WS2812B NeoPixelsLEDs
830-Point Breadboard ($1.10)Breadboard
Micro-USB Data Cable ($2.50)Power and programming cable

Microcontroller listed first. Prices shown only where known; see the source book for quantities, wiring, and current prices.

About this kit: From the Learning MicroPython collection.
Source: Learning MicroPython