Arduino Micro with Headers

Overview

The Arduino Micro is a compact microcontroller board based on the ATmega32U4, designed specifically for integration into small-scale projects and breadboards. Unlike standard boards, it features a built-in USB communication interface that allows it to appear to a connected computer as a mouse or keyboard in addition to a virtual serial port. This version comes with 20 pre-soldered through-hole headers for immediate use in prototyping environments.

Why Choose This Part

The board features a native USB connection, eliminating the need for a secondary processor for serial communication and enabling HID emulation. Its small 18mm by 48mm footprint and pre-soldered headers make it a highly portable and plug-and-play solution for 5V logic applications.

Applications

Getting Started

Connect the board to a computer using a micro USB cable and use the Arduino IDE to begin programming. Select Arduino Micro from the Tools > Board menu to access the full suite of compatible libraries, including the Keyboard and Mouse libraries for HID projects.

Also Consider

Arduino Uno Rev3 Arduino - Choose this if you need a larger standard form factor with more shield compatibility and do not require native USB HID support.

Arduino Nano Every Arduino - A more modern 8-bit alternative with more program memory and a smaller footprint, though it lacks native USB HID capabilities.