Beetle RP2040 Mini Development Board
The DFRobot Beetle RP2040 is a compact development board based on the RP2040 microcontroller chip designed by Raspberry Pi. Featuring a dual-core ARM Cortex-M0+ processor running up to 133MHz with 264KB of internal RAM and 2MB of flash storage, this board supports USB 1.1 devices. Its small size of 27mm x 20mm makes it ideal for embedding into various projects. It offers beginner-friendly large pads for easy soldering and 8 versatile GPIO ports, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
Package Includes
- 1 x Beetle RP2040
Features
- RP2040 Microcontroller: Equipped with a dual-core ARM Cortex-M0+ processor, designed by Raspberry Pi, ensuring powerful performance.
- 2MB Flash Storage: Provides ample space for code and data storage.
- Compact Size: Measuring just 27mm x 20mm, it fits easily into small devices and projects.
- Immersion Gold Pads: Large pads designed for easy soldering and reliable connections.
- Programming Support: Compatible with C++, MicroPython, Arduino C, and Mind+ graphical programming, offering flexibility for developers.
- Versatile GPIO Ports: Includes 8 GPIO pins that support I2C, UART, SPI, digital, and analog functions.
- Onboard LED: Features an onboard BLINK_LED for status indication.
- USB Type-C Interface: Ensures easy and modern connectivity for power and programming.
- USB 1.1 Device Compatibility: Fully supports USB 1.1 devices.
- Durable Build: Constructed with FR-4 PCB material and immersion gold for robust performance and longevity.
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Specifications
- Microcontroller Unit (MCU): Raspberry Pi RP2040
- Main Frequency: 133MHz
- RAM: 264KB
- Flash Storage: 2MB
- Power Supply: DC 3.3V~5V
- System Voltage Level: 3.3V
- USB Interface: USB Type-C
- GPIO Ports: 8
- Digital I/O: 8
- Analog I/O: 2
- I2C Ports: 2
- UART Ports: 2
- SPI Port: 1
- Control Buttons: Reset Button ×1, BOOT Button ×1
- LED: Onboard status LED ×1
- USB Device Compatibility: USB 1.1
- Programming Languages: C++, MicroPython, Arduino C, Mind+ graphical programming
- Soldering Pad Size: 4mm x 3.5mm
- Pad Pitch: 2.54mm
- PCB Material: FR-4 with immersion gold copper clad
- Solder Material: Environmentally friendly and lead-free
- Dimensions: 27mm x 20mm x 4.91mm (1.06" x 0.79" x 0.19")
Applications
- Programmable Light Control and Home Appliance Control: Ideal for creating smart home applications such as automated lighting systems.
- Stage Props Control: Perfect for managing stage props and lighting effects.
- Desktop Equipment: Suitable for developing desktop gadgets and peripherals.
- Node Data Collection and AI Analysis: Useful for sensor data collection and edge AI processing.
- Computer USB Devices: Enables the creation of custom USB-powered gadgets and input devices.
Pinout
| NO. | Digital Port | Analog Port | UART | I2C | SPI | Others |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GP0 | D0 | SPI0/MISO | ||||
| GP1 | D1 | SPI0/CSn | ||||
| GP2 | D2 | SDA1 | SPI0/SCK | When using SPI0, I2C1 is not available | ||
| GP3 | D3 | SCL1 | SPI0/MOSI | |||
| GP4 | D4 | RX2 | SDA0 | When using I2C0, UART2 is not available | ||
| GP5 | D5 | TX2 | SCL0 | |||
| GP28 | D28 | A2 | TX1 | |||
| GP29 | D29 | A3 | RX1 | |||
| GND | Ground pin | |||||
| VCC | This pin is connected to the USB power pin. Output = USB voltage (generally 5V); Input = 3.3V~5V | |||||
| 3V3 | Connected to the output of the buck chip; Output = 3.3V |
Features
- RP2040 Microcontroller: Equipped with a dual-core ARM Cortex-M0+ processor, designed by Raspberry Pi, ensuring powerful performance.
- 2MB Flash Storage: Provides ample space for code and data storage.
- Compact Size: Measuring just 27mm x 20mm, it fits easily into small devices and projects.
- Immersion Gold Pads: Large pads designed for easy soldering and reliable connections.
- Programming Support: Compatible with C++, MicroPython, Arduino C, and Mind+ graphical programming, offering flexibility for developers.
- Versatile GPIO Ports: Includes 8 GPIO pins that support I2C, UART, SPI, digital, and analog functions.
- Onboard LED: Features an onboard BLINK_LED for status indication.
- USB Type-C Interface: Ensures easy and modern connectivity for power and programming.
- USB 1.1 Device Compatibility: Fully supports USB 1.1 devices.
- Durable Build: Constructed with FR-4 PCB material and immersion gold for robust performance and longevity.
Specifications
- Microcontroller Unit (MCU): Raspberry Pi RP2040
- Main Frequency: 133MHz
- RAM: 264KB
- Flash Storage: 2MB
- Power Supply: DC 3.3V~5V
- System Voltage Level: 3.3V
- USB Interface: USB Type-C
- GPIO Ports: 8
- Digital I/O: 8
- Analog I/O: 2
- I2C Ports: 2
- UART Ports: 2
- SPI Port: 1
- Control Buttons: Reset Button ×1, BOOT Button ×1
- LED: Onboard status LED ×1
- USB Device Compatibility: USB 1.1
- Programming Languages: C++, MicroPython, Arduino C, Mind+ graphical programming
- Soldering Pad Size: 4mm x 3.5mm
- Pad Pitch: 2.54mm
- PCB Material: FR-4 with immersion gold copper clad
- Solder Material: Environmentally friendly and lead-free
- Dimensions: 27mm x 20mm x 4.91mm (1.06" x 0.79" x 0.19")
Applications
- Programmable Light Control and Home Appliance Control: Ideal for creating smart home applications such as automated lighting systems.
- Stage Props Control: Perfect for managing stage props and lighting effects.
- Desktop Equipment: Suitable for developing desktop gadgets and peripherals.
- Node Data Collection and AI Analysis: Useful for sensor data collection and edge AI processing.
- Computer USB Devices: Enables the creation of custom USB-powered gadgets and input devices.
Pinout
| NO. | Digital Port | Analog Port | UART | I2C | SPI | Others |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GP0 | D0 | SPI0/MISO | ||||
| GP1 | D1 | SPI0/CSn | ||||
| GP2 | D2 | SDA1 | SPI0/SCK | When using SPI0, I2C1 is not available | ||
| GP3 | D3 | SCL1 | SPI0/MOSI | |||
| GP4 | D4 | RX2 | SDA0 | When using I2C0, UART2 is not available | ||
| GP5 | D5 | TX2 | SCL0 | |||
| GP28 | D28 | A2 | TX1 | |||
| GP29 | D29 | A3 | RX1 | |||
| GND | Ground pin | |||||
| VCC | This pin is connected to the USB power pin. Output = USB voltage (generally 5V); Input = 3.3V~5V | |||||
| 3V3 | Connected to the output of the buck chip; Output = 3.3V |