Cytron Maker Pi Pico Mini W | Pre-Mounted Raspberry Pi Pico W & Wi-Fi
Cytron Maker Pi Pico Mini W | Pre-Mounted Raspberry Pi Pico W & Wi-Fi
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Short Product Description
Short Product Description
The Cytron Maker Pi Pico Mini W is a highly compact, feature-packed IoT development board that comes with a Raspberry Pi Pico W pre-soldered directly onto the baseboard. Featuring built-in Wi-Fi (802.11n), a LiPo battery management system, programmable RGB LEDs, and plug-and-play Maker Ports (Qwiic/STEMMA QT compatible), it eliminates messy breadboard wiring for space-constrained projects. Available in-stock at Sun Cheong Computer Co. Ltd. (新昌電腦有限公司) in Sham Shui Po, this board is the ultimate instant-pickup solution for STEM educators and makers building portable, wireless robotics.
Key Features
Key Features
- Pre-Mounted Pico W: Comes with the Raspberry Pi Pico W pre-soldered, providing instant access to the RP2040 dual-core processor and 802.11n Wi-Fi.
- Integrated Battery Circuit: Features a dedicated LiPo/Li-Ion battery connector with automatic USB charging and overcharge/discharge protection.
- Plug-and-Play Maker Ports: Includes three JST-SH 4-way connectors compatible with Qwiic, STEMMA QT, and Grove modules (via included conversion cables).
- Built-in Testing Peripherals: Equipped with 6x GPIO status LEDs, a WS2812B RGB LED, a piezo buzzer, and a programmable user button for rapid prototyping.
- Multi-Language Support: Fully compatible with Arduino IDE, MicroPython, and CircuitPython, making it highly adaptable for programmers of all skill levels.
Full Product Description
Full Product Description
Compact IoT Development Made Easy
The Maker Pi Pico Mini W streamlines your IoT projects by integrating a powerful Raspberry Pi Pico W with essential testing peripherals on a single, ultra-compact board. Instead of wiring up external LEDs, buttons, and buzzers on a bulky breadboard, this module provides built-in GPIO status LEDs, a programmable WS2812B RGB LED, a piezo buzzer, and a user button right out of the box. Powered by the 133MHz 32-bit RP2040 ARM Cortex-M0+ processor, it delivers robust computing power and native 802.11n Wi-Fi connectivity for seamless smart home and cloud integrations.
Built-in LiPo Battery Management
You can easily power your portable projects using the onboard single-cell LiPo/Li-Ion battery connector, which features built-in charging and protection circuits. This eliminates the need for external power management modules when building mobile robots or remote environmental sensors. The board safely charges the connected battery via the micro-USB port and includes dedicated hardware protection against overcharging and over-discharging, ensuring your lithium batteries remain safe and healthy during long-term deployments.
Pro Tip from Our Technicians
If your board does not turn on immediately after plugging in a new LiPo battery, you must connect it to a USB power source briefly to activate the battery protection circuit. Our Sham Shui Po STEM education specialists highly recommend utilizing the three included Maker Ports (JST-SH connectors) to daisy-chain Qwiic or STEMMA QT sensors, as this solderless approach drastically reduces hardware troubleshooting time in classroom environments.
Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications
- Microcontroller: Pre-mounted Raspberry Pi Pico W (RP2040 ARM Cortex-M0+ Dual-Core @ 133MHz)
- Memory: 264KB RAM
- Wireless Connectivity: 802.11n Wi-Fi
- Power Input: 5.5V DC Max (via micro-USB) / 4.2V DC Max (via LiPo Battery)
- Battery Connector: Single-cell LiPo / Li-Ion with charging and protection circuit
- Expansion Ports: 3x Maker Ports (JST-SH 4-Ways, Qwiic/STEMMA QT compatible)
- Onboard Peripherals: 6x GPIO LEDs, 1x WS2812B RGB LED, 1x Piezo Buzzer, 1x User Button, 1x Reset Button
- Operating Temperature: -20°C to +85°C
- Package Includes: 1x Maker Pi Pico Mini W Board, 3x Grove-to-JST-SH Cables, Un-soldered Pin Headers
Delivery Options
Delivery Options
- Local delivery within Hong Kong and in-store pickup.
- Free shipping for orders of HK$400 or above; HK$35 shipping fee for orders below HK$400.
- Shipped by SF Express, usually dispatched the same day for orders confirmed before 6:00 PM (Mon–Sat).
- Estimated delivery time: 1–3 business days after dispatch (Hong Kong).
- In-store pickup details (location and time) will be confirmed by email or phone message.
- Delivery times are estimates and may be affected by weather or unforeseen circumstances.
FAQ Section
FAQ Section
- Does this board include the Raspberry Pi Pico W, or do I need to buy it separately?This specific "-W" version includes the Raspberry Pi Pico W pre-soldered onto the baseboard, so you do not need to purchase the microcontroller separately.
- How do I charge the LiPo battery connected to this board?You can charge the connected LiPo battery simply by plugging a standard micro-USB cable into the Raspberry Pi Pico W's USB port, and the onboard charging LED will illuminate.
- Why won't my board turn on after connecting a fully charged LiPo battery?You must plug the board into a USB power source for a second to activate the onboard battery protection circuit; the board will then run normally on battery power.
- Are the Maker Ports compatible with SparkFun Qwiic and Adafruit STEMMA QT sensors?Yes, the onboard JST-SH 4-way Maker Ports share the same pinout and connector style as Qwiic and STEMMA QT, allowing for direct, solderless sensor connections.
- Can I get technical advice on MicroPython coding at your Hong Kong store?Yes, our technical staff at the Sun Cheong Computer Co. Ltd. physical store in Sham Shui Po has extensive experience with Raspberry Pi products and can provide hands-on STEM programming advice.
Target Users / Applications
Target Users / Applications
- STEM educators teaching MicroPython and IoT concepts using a compact, all-in-one hardware platform.
- DIY robotics builders needing a small-footprint Wi-Fi controller with integrated LiPo battery management.
- Smart home hobbyists creating wireless sensor nodes that utilize the solderless Qwiic/STEMMA QT ecosystem.
