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Raspberry Pi Zero V1.3 Development Board

The Raspberry Pi Zero V1.3 is a compact and affordable single-board computer designed for embedded projects, programming, education, and custom electronic applications. Despite its small form factor, it features a 1 GHz single-core Broadcom BCM2835 processor and 512 MB of RAM, providing enough computing power for a wide range of lightweight Linux-based applications. The Raspberry Pi Zero V1.3 provides a 40-pin GPIO interface compatible with Raspberry Pi HAT expansion boards, along with Mini HDMI, Micro USB, and a CSI camera connector. Its compact size and low cost make it particularly suitable for projects where space, power consumption, and budget are important considerations.

Package Includes

  • 1 × Raspberry Pi Zero V1.3 Development Board


Pi Zero
175.00 AED 175.00 AED (Tax included)

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Features

  • Compact form factor: Small single-board computer suitable for space-constrained projects.
  • 1 GHz processor: Powered by the Broadcom BCM2835 single-core CPU.
  • 512 MB RAM: Provides sufficient memory for lightweight operating systems and embedded applications.
  • 40-pin GPIO interface: Provides access to GPIO, I²C, SPI, UART, and power connections.
  • HAT compatible: Supports compatible Raspberry Pi HAT expansion boards.
  • Mini HDMI: Supports connection to compatible displays and monitors.
  • Micro USB OTG: Allows connection of USB peripherals through an appropriate adapter or hub.
  • Micro USB power input: Dedicated connector for powering the board.
  • CSI camera connector: Provides a dedicated interface for compatible Raspberry Pi camera modules.
  • Composite video and reset connections: Provides additional hardware interfaces for specialized applications.
  • Low-cost platform: Suitable for educational projects, prototyping, and embedded applications.

Principle of Operation

The Raspberry Pi Zero V1.3 operates as a complete Linux-based single-board computer. An operating system is loaded from a compatible microSD card and executed by the Broadcom BCM2835 processor. Applications can be developed using programming languages and software tools supported by the selected operating system.

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The 40-pin GPIO interface allows the Raspberry Pi Zero to communicate with external electronics such as sensors, displays, relays, motors, and other expansion boards. The available communication interfaces, including I²C, SPI, and UART, make it suitable for integrating a wide variety of peripherals.

Applications

  • Embedded Linux projects
  • Programming and computer education
  • IoT and connected devices
  • Home automation systems
  • Camera and image-capture projects
  • Portable and compact computing applications
  • Custom controllers and monitoring systems
  • Data logging and tracking devices
  • Lightweight media and network applications
  • Robotics and electronic prototyping
  • Raspberry Pi HAT-based projects

Pinout

The Raspberry Pi Zero V1.3 provides a 40-pin GPIO interface. The GPIO header supports general-purpose digital I/O as well as several hardware communication interfaces. Depending on the board version, the header may be supplied unpopulated and may require separate pin-header installation.

Raspberry Pi Zero Pinout – Vilros.com

Interface Pins / Connector Function
GPIO 40-pin header Digital input/output and peripheral control
I²C GPIO2 / GPIO3 SDA / SCL
SPI GPIO7–GPIO11 SPI communication
UART GPIO14 / GPIO15 Serial TX / RX
Power 5V / 3.3V / GND Power and ground connections

Wiring

External components can be connected to the 40-pin GPIO header according to the required interface. Digital devices can use GPIO pins, while compatible sensors and modules can use the I²C, SPI, or UART interfaces.

The board is powered through its dedicated Micro USB power connector. USB peripherals can be connected through the Micro USB OTG port using a suitable adapter or hub. Displays can be connected through the Mini HDMI connector, while compatible camera modules can be connected through the CSI interface.

Connection Raspberry Pi Zero Interface Purpose
Power Supply Micro USB Power Power the Raspberry Pi Zero
Display Mini HDMI Video and audio output
USB Device Micro USB OTG USB peripherals
Camera CSI Connector Compatible camera modules
GPIO Devices 40-pin GPIO Sensors, modules, HATs, and electronics

Specifications

Model Raspberry Pi Zero V1.3
Processor Broadcom BCM2835
CPU 1 GHz single-core ARM processor
RAM 512 MB
GPIO 40-pin GPIO interface
Video Output Mini HDMI
USB Micro USB OTG + Micro USB Power
Camera Interface CSI camera connector
Expansion 40-pin HAT-compatible GPIO interface
Additional Interfaces Composite video and reset connections
Storage MicroSD card

 

Note: The Raspberry Pi Zero V1.3 may be supplied with or without the 40-pin GPIO header installed, depending on availability. A compatible header may need to be installed separately if the board is supplied without one.

 

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