Raspberry Pi Pico W No.1 Quality

The Raspberry Pi Pico W is a compact yet powerful microcontroller board designed for a wide range of projects and applications.

Network your Pico for a complete IoT solution. Raspberry Pi Pico W comes with a fully certified module on board featuring 2.4GHz 802.11n wireless LAN, making it the perfect solution for loT applications and projects requiring wireless communication.

Yes, you heard it right PICO now has been improved by including a 2.4GHz wireless interface while keeping the same form factor as the previous one, and a New variant of PICO has arrived with the name Raspberry PI PICO W and included the significant features listed below.

At the heart of each product is RP2040, a Raspberry Pi-designed chip, which features two ARM Cortex-M0+ cores clocked at 133MHz; 256KB
RAM; 30 GPIO pins; and a broad range of interfacing options. This is paired with 2MB of onboard QSPI Flash memory for code and data
storage. Raspberry Pi Pico W and Pico WH incorporate an Infineon CYW43439 wireless chip. CYW43439 supports IEEE 802.11 b/g/n wireless LAN,
and Bluetooth 5.2; of these, only wireless LAN is supported at launch.

Building upon the success of the original Raspberry Pi Pico, the Pico W features built-in wireless connectivity, including Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, making it even more versatile for IoT (Internet of Things) and wireless projects. Powered by the RP2040 microcontroller chip, the Pico W offers a dual-core Arm Cortex-M0+ processor running at up to 133MHz, providing ample computing power for various tasks.

With a plethora of GPIO pins, USB connectivity, and support for various programming languages including MicroPython and C/C++, the Raspberry Pi Pico W empowers hobbyists, makers, and professionals alike to bring their ideas to life in a compact and affordable package. Whether you’re a beginner learning the ropes of electronics or an experienced developer looking for a flexible platform for your next project, the Raspberry Pi Pico W offers a compelling solution with its combination of performance, connectivity, and ease of use.

Here are some common uses for the Raspberry Pi Pico W presented in points:

1. IoT Projects: Utilize the built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities to create Internet of Things devices for home automation, environmental monitoring, or remote control applications.
2. Wireless Sensors: Develop wireless sensor nodes for collecting data such as temperature, humidity, motion, or light levels, and transmit it wirelessly to a central hub or server.
3. Wearable Technology: Design wearable gadgets such as fitness trackers, smartwatches, or health monitoring devices with the compact size and wireless connectivity of the Pico W.
4. Remote Control Systems: Build remote-controlled vehicles, drones, or robotics projects by leveraging the Pico W’s wireless communication capabilities for controlling and monitoring devices from a distance.
5. Data Logging: Create data logging solutions for recording and analyzing data from various sensors over time, storing it locally or transmitting it wirelessly to a cloud server for further analysis.
6. Home Automation: Develop smart home systems to control lights, appliances, or security devices remotely using the Pico W’s wireless connectivity and GPIO pins for interfacing with sensors and actuators.
7. Educational Projects: Use the Raspberry Pi Pico W as a learning tool in classrooms or educational settings to teach programming, electronics, and IoT concepts in a hands-on manner.
8. DIY Gadgets: Explore endless possibilities for DIY gadgets and projects, from simple LED blinkers and digital clocks to complex interactive installations, leveraging the Pico W’s versatility and programmability.
9. Prototyping: Prototype new product ideas or proof-of-concept projects quickly and easily using the Pico W as a flexible and cost-effective development platform.
10. Community Projects: Contribute to the vibrant Raspberry Pi community by sharing your projects, collaborating with others, and participating in hackathons or maker fairs to showcase the potential of the Pico W in various applications.

Features:

1. RP2040 microcontroller with 2MB of flash memory
2. On-board single-band 2.4GHz wireless interfaces (802.11n)
3. Micro USB B port for power and data (and for reprogramming the flash)
4. 40 pin 21mmx51mm ‘DIP’ style 1mm thick PCB with 0.1″ through-hole pins also with edge castellations
5. Exposes 26 multi-function 3.3V general purpose I/O (GPIO)
6. 23 GPIO are digital-only, with three also being ADC capable
7. Can be surface mounted as a module
8. 3-pin ARM serial wire debug (SWD) port
9. Simple yet highly flexible power supply architecture
10. Various options for easily powering the unit from micro USB, external supplies, or batteries
11. High quality, low cost, high availability
12. Comprehensive SDK, software examples, and documentation
13. Dual-core Cortex M0+ at up to 133MHz
14. On-chip PLL allows variable core frequency
15. 264kByte multi-bank high-performance SRAM

Package Includes:

1 x Raspberry Pi Pico W