Switch Science Releases RP2040 Microcomputer Board "Picossci Ener" that Runs on a Single AA Battery Functionally Compatible with Raspberry Pi Pico

 Switch Science, a Japanese electronics manufacturer has released a new microcomputer board called "Picossci Ener" that runs on a single AA battery. The board is functionally compatible with Raspberry Pi Pico, a popular microcontroller board developed by Raspberry Pi Foundation. Picossci Ener is based on the RP2040 microcontroller, which is the same microcontroller used in Raspberry Pi Pico.

The Picossci Ener board is designed to be ultra-low-power, making it suitable for use in portable and battery-powered devices. It has a built-in battery management system that allows it to run on a single AA battery for extended periods. The board can also be powered through a USB connection.

Picossci Ener Features:

• Runs on a single AA battery or through a USB connection
• Ultra-low-power design suitable for portable and battery-powered devices
• Built-in battery management system
• Compatible with Raspberry Pi Pico, using the same form factor, pinout, and programming language (MicroPython)
• Wide range of interfaces, including UART, SPI, I2C, and PWM
• 26 GPIO pins for digital inputs and outputs, analog inputs, and other functions
• Suitable for a wide range of applications, including robotics, automation, and IoT

Picossci Ener Specifications:

• RP2040 MCU (*RP2040 functions are the same as Raspberry Pi Pico )
• Flash memory: 2MB (16Mbit)
• Equipped with USB Type-C connector (USB 2.0)
• Equipped with AA battery holder (input: 0.6V to 3.3V)
• Built-in booster circuit by BU33UV7NUX (output: 3.3V/500mA max)
• Equipped with power switch
• Equipped with BOOTSEL and RESET buttons
• Equipped with 3 general-purpose LEDs
• Board size: 72.39mm x 20.32mm (2850mil x 800mil)
• Pin width: 700mil ( same as Raspberry Pi Pico )

The RP2040 microcontroller used in Picossci Ener is a dual-core Arm Cortex-M0+ processor with 264KB of RAM and 2MB of flash memory. It has a variety of interfaces, including UART, SPI, I2C, and PWM, making it suitable for a wide range of applications. The board also has 26 GPIO pins, which can be used for digital inputs and outputs, analog inputs, and other functions.

One of the key features of Picossci Ener is its compatibility with Raspberry Pi Pico. The board has the same form factor and pinout as Raspberry Pi Pico, making it easy to use with existing Raspberry Pi Pico projects. It also uses the same programming language, MicroPython, and can be programmed using the same development tools.

The Picossci Ener board is targeted at makers, hobbyists, and professionals who need a low-power microcontroller board that is compatible with Raspberry Pi Pico. It can be used for a wide range of applications, including robotics, automation, IoT, and more.

Switch Science's Picossci Ener is a promising addition to the world of microcontroller boards. With its ultra-low-power design, compatibility with Raspberry Pi Pico, and a variety of interfaces and GPIO pins, it is sure to find its place in a wide range of applications. Interested buyers can check Switch Science's website to purchase the Picossci Ener board.