CYTRON Maker Pi Pico Mini

The CYTRON Maker Pi Pico Mini is a more compact yet fully-featured development board, retaining the core functionality of the larger Maker Pi Pico. It is designed to simplify project building for the Raspberry Pi Pico, integrating essential peripherals into a small, user-friendly footprint.

This board provides easy access to all Pico pins via headers, allowing for straightforward prototyping and connection. A key feature for portable projects is the integrated single-cell LiPo connector, complete with over-charge and over-discharge protection circuitry. The LiPo battery can be conveniently recharged via the board's USB connection, making it ideal for untethered applications.

Integrated Features & Indicators

To enhance usability, the board includes several onboard indicators and controls. Six LED indicators provide visual feedback for GPIO pin status. It also features an RGB LED, a piezo buzzer for audio feedback, a user-programmable button, and a dedicated reset button, all accessible without external wiring.

Connectivity

Despite its reduced size, the Mini incorporates three JST-SH Maker Ports for connecting a wide range of sensors and modules. For compatibility with popular Grove ecosystem components, the board is supplied with JST-SH to Grove adaptor cables. This makes it incredibly versatile for educational and maker projects.

Programming & Compatibility

The Maker Pi Pico Mini supports a variety of programming environments, offering flexibility for developers. You can program it using C/C++ natively or via the Arduino IDE, as well as with high-level languages like CircuitPython and MicroPython. Please note that the Raspberry Pi Pico microcontroller board itself is not included with this product.

Installation Note

For direct connection to the Maker Pi Pico Mini, the Raspberry Pi Pico requires male headers to be soldered to it, with the pins facing