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This powerful synchronous switching step-up/step-down regulator efficiently produces 5 V from input voltages between 2.8 V and 22 V. Its ability to convert both higher and lower input voltages makes it useful for applications where the power supply voltage can vary greatly, as with batteries that start above but discharge below 5 V. The board measures 0.9″ × 0.9″, has a typical efficiency of 85% to 95%, and can supply typical continuous output currents between 2 A and 4 A depending on the input voltage. The regulator also features reverse voltage protection and an optional enable input that can be used to put the regulator in a low-power state with a current draw of less than 10 µA per volt on VIN.

This small lidar-based distance sensor reports the distance of objects up to about 300 cm (120″) away with a pulsed signal similar to a hobby servo control signal. A digital microcontroller pin can be used to time the length of each high pulse, which encodes the measured distance. The sensor works over an input voltage range of 3.0 V to 5.5 V, and the 0.1″ pin spacing makes it easy to use with standard solderless breadboards and 0.1″ perfboards.

Note: The maximum range of 300 cm is only achievable for high-reflectance objects in good ambient conditions. Lower-reflectivity targets or poor ambient conditions will reduce the maximum range.

This small lidar-based distance sensor detects the presence of objects within 200 cm (79″). It has a single digital output that drives low when an object is being detected; otherwise, it is high. It works over an input voltage range of 3.0 V to 5.5 V, and the 0.1″ pin spacing makes it easy to use with standard solderless breadboards and 0.1″ perfboards.

This small lidar-based distance sensor reports the distance of objects up to about 130 cm (50″) away with a pulsed signal similar to a hobby servo control signal. A digital microcontroller pin can be used to time the length of each high pulse, which encodes the measured distance. The sensor works over an input voltage range of 3.0 V to 5.5 V, and the 0.1″ pin spacing makes it easy to use with standard solderless breadboards and 0.1″ perfboards.

Note: The maximum range of 130 cm is only achievable for high-reflectance objects in good ambient conditions. Lower-reflectivity targets or poor ambient conditions will reduce the maximum range.

This small lidar-based distance sensor detects the presence of objects within 100 cm (39″). It has a single digital output that drives low when an object is being detected; otherwise, it is high. It works over an input voltage range of 3.0 V to 5.5 V, and the 0.1″ pin spacing makes it easy to use with standard solderless breadboards and 0.1″ perfboards.

This small lidar-based distance sensor detects the presence of objects within 50 cm (20″). It has a single digital output that drives low when an object is being detected; otherwise, it is high. It works over an input voltage range of 3.0 V to 5.5 V, and the 0.1″ pin spacing makes it easy to use with standard solderless breadboards and 0.1″ perfboards.

This small lidar-based distance sensor detects the presence of objects within 25 cm (10″). It has a single digital output that drives low when an object is being detected; otherwise, it is high. It works over an input voltage range of 3.0 V to 5.5 V, and the 0.1″ pin spacing makes it easy to use with standard solderless breadboards and 0.1″ perfboards.

This 12 V high-speed light-duty (LD) linear actuator with a 5:1 gear reduction can lift loads up to 12 kgf [27 lbs or 120 N] and can withstand static loads up to 30 kgf [67 lbs or 300 N]. It has a maximum speed of 84 mm/s [3.3″/s] at no load and 75 mm/s [2.9″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 12-inch stroke (11.8″ usable) and a feedback potentiometer that lets you determine where the actuator is in its stroke.

This 12 V high-speed light-duty (LD) linear actuator with a 5:1 gear reduction can lift loads up to 12 kgf [27 lbs or 120 N] and can withstand static loads up to 30 kgf [67 lbs or 300 N]. It has a maximum speed of 84 mm/s [3.3″/s] at no load and 75 mm/s [2.9″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 10-inch stroke (9.8″ usable) and no feedback potentiometer.

This 12 V high-speed light-duty (LD) linear actuator with a 5:1 gear reduction can lift loads up to 12 kgf [27 lbs or 120 N] and can withstand static loads up to 30 kgf [67 lbs or 300 N]. It has a maximum speed of 84 mm/s [3.3″/s] at no load and 75 mm/s [2.9″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 8-inch stroke (7.8″ usable) and a feedback potentiometer that lets you determine where the actuator is in its stroke.

This 12 V high-speed light-duty (LD) linear actuator with a 5:1 gear reduction can lift loads up to 12 kgf [27 lbs or 120 N] and can withstand static loads up to 30 kgf [67 lbs or 300 N]. It has a maximum speed of 84 mm/s [3.3″/s] at no load and 75 mm/s [2.9″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 6-inch stroke (5.9″ usable) and no feedback potentiometer.

This 12 V high-speed light-duty (LD) linear actuator with a 5:1 gear reduction can lift loads up to 12 kgf [27 lbs or 120 N] and can withstand static loads up to 30 kgf [67 lbs or 300 N]. It has a maximum speed of 84 mm/s [3.3″/s] at no load and 75 mm/s [2.9″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 4-inch stroke (3.9″ usable) and a feedback potentiometer that lets you determine where the actuator is in its stroke.

This 12 V high-speed light-duty (LD) linear actuator with a 5:1 gear reduction can lift loads up to 12 kgf [27 lbs or 120 N] and can withstand static loads up to 30 kgf [67 lbs or 300 N]. It has a maximum speed of 84 mm/s [3.3″/s] at no load and 75 mm/s [2.9″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 2-inch stroke (1.97″ usable) and no feedback potentiometer.

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This small lidar-based distance sensor reports the distance of objects up to about 50 cm (20″) away with a pulsed signal similar to a hobby servo control signal. A digital microcontroller pin can be used to time the length of each high pulse, which encodes the measured distance. The sensor works over an input voltage range of 3.0 V to 5.5 V, and the 0.1″ pin spacing makes it easy to use with standard solderless breadboards and 0.1″ perfboards.

Note: The maximum range of 50 cm is only achievable for high-reflectance objects in good ambient conditions. Lower-reflectivity targets or poor ambient conditions will reduce the maximum range.

This small lidar-based distance sensor detects the presence objects within 15 cm (6″). It has a single digital output that drives low when an object is being detected; otherwise, it is high. It works over an input voltage range of 3.0 V to 5.5 V, and the 0.1″ pin spacing makes it easy to use with standard solderless breadboards and 0.1″ perfboards.

This small lidar-based distance sensor detects the presence of objects within 10 cm (4″). It has a single digital output that drives low when an object is being detected; otherwise, it is high. It works over an input voltage range of 3.0 V to 5.5 V, and the 0.1″ pin spacing makes it easy to use with standard solderless breadboards and 0.1″ perfboards.

This small lidar-based distance sensor detects the presence of objects within 5 cm (2″). It has a single digital output that drives low when an object is being detected; otherwise, it is high. It works over an input voltage range of 3.0 V to 5.5 V, and the 0.1″ pin spacing makes it easy to use with standard solderless breadboards and 0.1″ perfboards.

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The Pololu 3pi+ 32U4 robot is a complete, high-performance mobile platform based on the Arduino-compatible ATmega32U4 MCU. Its many features include dual quadrature encoders for closed-loop speed or position control, line sensors, front bump sensors, and a full IMU (3-axis accelerometer, magnetometer, and gyro), all packed into a robot that fits in the palm of your hand. This Standard Edition version is assembled with 30:1 MP 6V Micro Metal Gearmotors, which offer a good combination of speed and controllability.

The Pololu 3pi+ 32U4 robot is a complete, high-performance mobile platform based on the Arduino-compatible ATmega32U4 MCU. Its many features include dual quadrature encoders for closed-loop speed or position control, line sensors, front bump sensors, and a full IMU (3-axis accelerometer, magnetometer, and gyro), all packed into a robot that fits in the palm of your hand. This Turtle Edition version is assembled with 75:1 LP 6V Micro Metal Gearmotors, which allow for longer battery life than the other editions. The maximum robot speed is approximately 0.4 m/s, making it well suited for applications where slow, controlled speed is important, such as coordinated swarm robots and introductory robotics courses.

The Pololu 3pi+ 32U4 robot is a high-performance mobile platform based on the Arduino-compatible ATmega32U4 MCU. Its many features include dual quadrature encoders for closed-loop speed or position control, line sensors, front bump sensors, and a full IMU, all packed into a robot that fits in the palm of your hand. This Hyper Edition version is assembled with high-speed 15:1 HPCB 6V Micro Metal Gearmotors.

NOTE: This version it is difficult to control and fast enough to damage itself from impacts, so it is only recommended for advanced users. A spare 15:1 gearbox is included.

The Pololu 3pi+ 32U4 robot is a complete, high-performance mobile platform based on the Arduino-compatible ATmega32U4 MCU, and this kit contains all the parts you need to build the Standard Edition version, including a pair of 30:1 MP 6V Micro Metal Gearmotors. The many features of the 3pi+ include dual quadrature encoders for closed-loop speed or position control, line sensors, front bump sensors, and a full IMU (3-axis accelerometer, magnetometer, and gyro), all packed into a robot that can fit within the palm of your hand. This product is a kit; assembly (including soldering) is required.

The Pololu 3pi+ 32U4 robot is a complete, high-performance mobile platform based on the Arduino-compatible ATmega32U4 MCU, and this kit contains all the parts you need to build the Turtle Edition version, including a pair of 75:1 LP 6V Micro Metal Gearmotors. The many features of the 3pi+ include dual quadrature encoders for closed-loop speed or position control, line sensors, front bump sensors, and a full IMU (3-axis accelerometer, magnetometer, and gyro), all packed into a robot that can fit within the palm of your hand. This product is a kit; assembly (including soldering) is required.

The Pololu 3pi+ 32U4 robot is a complete, high-performance mobile platform based on the Arduino-compatible ATmega32U4 MCU, and this kit contains all the parts you need to build the Hyper Edition version, including a pair of 15:1 HPCB 6V Micro Metal Gearmotors. This product is a kit; assembly (including soldering) is required.

NOTE: This version it is difficult to control and fast enough to damage itself from impacts, so it is only recommended for advanced users. A spare 15:1 gearbox is included.

This is the control board for the 3pi+ 32U4 robot, and it is included as part of the Standard Edition, Turtle Edition, and Hyper Edition 3pi+ 32U4 kits and robots. It can be used as a replacement part for those products, or it can be assembled with the 3pi+ Chassis Kit and a pair of 6V Micro Metal Gearmotors with extended motor shafts to create a “custom edition” 3pi+ 32U4 robot.

This kit gives you the structural pieces you need to build your own 3pi+ robot. The chassis includes an integrated ball caster and battery holder for four AAA cells, a pair of 32×7 mm wheels with silicone tires, a bumper skirt, and motor clips that can be used to hold in the gear motors for operation without the bumper skirt. The chassis is designed to work with our Micro Metal Gearmotors, and you can add a 3pi+ 32U4 Control Board or your own electronics to complete your robot. Motors and electronics are not included.

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This simple board serves as an adapter between a JST SH-style 6-pin male connector and breadboard-compatible 0.1″-pitch through holes. It works with our assortment of 6-pin female JST SH-style cables and can be used to more easily access the pins of our Micro Metal Gearmotor Encoders with top-entry and side-entry connectors. The silkscreen on the bottom side of the board is labeled with this specific application in mind, indicating which pin on the breakout board would correspond to which pin on the encoder.

This product is a 3-pack of breakout boards with side-entry connectors that are optically inspected but not electrically tested.

This simple board serves as an adapter between a JST SH-style 6-pin male connector and breadboard-compatible 0.1″-pitch through holes. It works with our assortment of 6-pin female JST SH-style cables and can be used to more easily access the pins of our Micro Metal Gearmotor Encoders with top-entry and side-entry connectors. The silkscreen on the bottom side of the board is labeled with this specific application in mind, indicating which pin on the breakout board would correspond to which pin on the encoder.

This version features a side-entry connector and is individually packaged and fully tested.

This simple board serves as an adapter between a JST SH-style 6-pin male connector and breadboard-compatible 0.1″-pitch through holes. It works with our assortment of 6-pin female JST SH-style cables and can be used to more easily access the pins of our Micro Metal Gearmotor Encoders with top-entry and side-entry connectors. The silkscreen on the bottom side of the board is labeled with this specific application in mind, indicating which pin on the breakout board would correspond to which pin on the encoder.

This product is a 3-pack of breakout boards with top-entry connectors that are optically inspected but not electrically tested.

This simple board serves as an adapter between a JST SH-style 6-pin male connector and breadboard-compatible 0.1″-pitch through holes. It works with our assortment of 6-pin female JST SH-style cables and can be used to more easily access the pins of our Micro Metal Gearmotor Encoders with top-entry and side-entry connectors. The silkscreen on the bottom side of the board is labeled with this specific application in mind, indicating which pin on the breakout board would correspond to which pin on the encoder.

This version features a top-entry connector and is individually packaged and fully tested.

This 63 cm (25″) cable has six 28 AWG wires and 6-pin female JST SH-type connectors on both ends. These connectors work with our Micro Metal Gearmotor Encoders with top-entry connectors and with side-entry connectors as well as our breakout boards with top-entry and side-entry connectors.

This 40 cm (16″) cable has six 28 AWG wires and 6-pin female JST SH-type connectors on both ends. These connectors work with our Micro Metal Gearmotor Encoders with top-entry connectors and with side-entry connectors as well as our breakout boards with top-entry and side-entry connectors.

This 25 cm (10″) cable has six 28 AWG wires and 6-pin female JST SH-type connectors on both ends. These connectors work with our Micro Metal Gearmotor Encoders with top-entry connectors and with side-entry connectors as well as our breakout boards with top-entry and side-entry connectors.

This 16 cm (6.3″) cable has six 28 AWG wires and 6-pin female JST SH-type connectors on both ends. These connectors work with our Micro Metal Gearmotor Encoders with top-entry connectors and with side-entry connectors as well as our breakout boards with top-entry and side-entry connectors.

This 10 cm (4″) cable has six 28 AWG wires and 6-pin female JST SH-type connectors on both ends. These connectors work with our Micro Metal Gearmotor Encoders with top-entry connectors and with side-entry connectors as well as our connector breakout boards with top-entry and side-entry connectors.

This USB-to-serial adapter lets you easily connect a TTL serial device to a PC by acting as a virtual serial port. The board is a Micro-USB carrier for the Silicon Labs CP2102N USB-to-UART bridge that provides access to all of its control signal pins and GPIO pins.

This tiny voltage inverter generates a negative output voltage corresponding to the voltage provided on its input, which can be from 1.8 V to 5.3 V. The compact (0.3″ × 0.35″) module has a typical efficiency of over 80% and can deliver up to 60 mA continuously.

This simple board breaks out the power, USB 2.0 data, configuration, and sideband pins of a USB Type-C connector to a 0.1″ spacing that is compatible with standard perfboards, solderless breadboards, and 0.1″ connectors. On-board CC pull-down resistors make it easy to use the receptacle in a power-sinking application.

This sensor is a carrier/breakout board for ST’s VL53L3CX laser-ranging sensor, which offers fast and accurate ranging up to 5 m. It uses the time of flight (ToF) of invisible, eye-safe laser pulses to measure absolute distances to multiple targets simultaneously, independent of ambient lighting conditions and target characteristics like color, shape, and texture (though these things will affect the maximum range). Distance measurements can be read through a digital I²C interface. The board includes a 2.8 V linear regulator and level-shifters that allow it to work over an input voltage range of 2.6 V to 5.5 V, and the 0.1″ pin spacing makes it easy to use with standard solderless breadboards and 0.1″ perfboards. Note: This is not recommended for use with 8-bit MCUs; for such applications, consider the VL53L1X or VL53L0X carrier.