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Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect

Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect

MPN: ABX00052
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The Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect is an advanced 32-bit embedded evaluation board, powered by the ARM® Cortex®-M0+ core and featuring the NINA-W102 module. It offers 14 digital pins and 8 analog pins, providing ample I/O options for diverse projects. With a Micro USB port for programming and power, it supports UART, SPI, and I2C protocols, enhancing its versatility. Compatible with the Arduino Nano interconnect system, it's ideal for electrical engineers developing embedded MCU and DSP applications. The board's comprehensive feature set in an efficient form factor makes it perfect for creating sophisticated IoT devices and other embedded systems, ensuring a streamlined development process for various projects.
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Overview

The Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect is a high-performance development board that combines the Raspberry Pi RP2040 microcontroller with a NINA-W102 module for WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity. It features a dual-core ARM Cortex-M0+ processor running at 133 MHz, 264 KB of SRAM, and a significant 16 MB of external QSPI flash. This board integrates an IMU and microphone, making it a versatile platform for edge computing and IoT applications within the compact Nano form factor.

Why Choose This Part

This board stands out by offering a powerful dual-core architecture and a rich set of integrated sensors like a microphone and 6-axis IMU in a breadboard-friendly footprint. Its support for Programmable I/O (PIO) state machines enables the implementation of custom hardware interfaces without taxing the main CPU cores.

Applications

IoT Edge Gateways
Leverage the NINA-W102 module for secure WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity to bridge local sensor data to cloud services.
Voice Recognition
Utilize the built-in microphone and dual-core processing power for local audio analysis and voice-activated controls.
Motion Tracking
The onboard 6-axis IMU allows for orientation and movement detection in robotics or handheld device prototyping.
Embedded Machine Learning
Implement TinyML models using the dual Cortex-M0+ cores and ample 16 MB flash memory for local inference.

Key Specifications

Type MCU 32-Bit
Contents Board(s)
Platform Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect
Mounting Type Fixed
Core Processor ARM Cortex-M0+
Utilized IC / Part NINA-W102, RP2040

Getting Started

Start development using the Arduino IDE with the Arduino Mbed OS Nano Boards core, or use MicroPython and CircuitPython for rapid prototyping. Connection is handled via the Micro USB port, which provides both power and programming capabilities for the RP2040. Users can also utilize the Arduino IoT Cloud for simplified device management and data visualization.

Also Consider

Raspberry Pi Pico W Raspberry Pi - A more cost-effective RP2040 board with WiFi, though it lacks the integrated IMU and microphone found on the Arduino version.
Arduino Nano 33 IoT Arduino - Uses the SAMD21 processor and is a good alternative for projects that require lower power consumption over raw dual-core performance.
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