Raspberry Pi Build HAT

Description

• The integrated microcontroller Raspberry Pi RP2040 manages the low level control of LEGO Technic devices.

• Controls up to 4 motors and sensors via the 4 LPF2 ports available on the HAT.

• Fits any computer Raspberry Pi with a 40-pin GPIO connector.

• Uses the Python library with the Raspberry Pi.

Specifications

• Input voltage : 110-240V AC

• Dimensions : 56,5 mm x 65 mm x 17 mm

• Weight : 19g

• 48W power supply not included (available on site)

• DC power connector: 2.1mm barrel jack, center positive

• Requires an external 8V ±10% DC power source - such as the Raspberry Pi Build HAT power supply or a 7.5V battery - to power the Build HAT, the Raspberry Pi computer (except the Raspberry Pi 400) and connected LEGO Technic devices.

Compatibility

• Most motors, modules and sensors with LPF2 connector

• LEGO® Spike™ motors (including with the latest generation)

• LEGO® Technic™ modules and sensors

• LEGO® Mindstorms™ robotic projects

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The Raspberry Pi Build HAT is an add-on board designed in collaboration with LEGO® Education to make it easy to control LEGO® TechnicTM motors and sensors with computers Raspberry Pi.

It is specially designed to allow you to realize all your projects Raspberry Pi based on LEGO® creations (remote controlled buggy, game controller, data plotter, ...)

Based on the RP2040 microcontroller from Raspberry Pi, the Build HAT combines the efficiency and simplicity of Raspberry Pi with all the possibilities offered by LEGO® products. It provides four connectors for LEGO® Technic motors and sensors from the LEGO® Education SPIKE line.

The Build HAT fits all Raspberry Pi with a 40-pin GPIO connector, including Raspberry Pi 400 (with the addition of a flat cable or fiber optic cable or other extension cable).

LEGO Technic devices can easily be controlled in Python, as can standard accessories from Raspberry Pi, such as a camera module.

The Raspberry Pi Build HAT power supply, available separately, is designed to power the Raspberry Pi computer as well as all LEGO Technic devices connected to the Raspberry Pi Build HAT.

The LEGO® Education SPIKE Prime set and SPIKE Prime Expansion set include a collection of useful items supported by the Build HAT.

Warnings

• This product should only be connected to a Raspberry Pi via the GPIO connector.

• Any external power supply used with the Raspberry Pi Build HAT must comply with applicable regulations and standards in the country of use.

• This product should be used in a well-ventilated environment, and if used inside an enclosure, the enclosure should not be covered.

• When in use, this product should be placed on a stable, flat, non-conductive surface and should not be touched by conductive items or objects.

• Connecting incompatible devices to the Raspberry Pi Build HAT may affect compliance, damage the unit and void the warranty.

• Connecting incompatible peripherals to a computer's GPIO connection Raspberry Pi may affect compliance, damage the unit and void the warranty.

• All peripherals used with this product must comply with the standards of the country of use and be marked accordingly to ensure that safety and performance requirements are met.

• The cables and connectors of all devices used with this product must be properly insulated to meet safety requirements.

• Use of this device by a minor requires adult supervision.

Safety Instructions

To avoid malfunction or damage to this product, please observe the following:

• Do not expose to water or moisture, or place on a conductive surface while in operation.

• Do not expose to heat from any source; Raspberry Pi computers and Raspberry Pi Build HAT are designed for reliable operation at normal ambient temperatures.

• Use care when handling to avoid mechanical or electrical damage to the circuit board and connectors.

• When powered up, avoid handling the circuit board or handle it only by the corners to minimize the risk of damage from electrostatic discharge.