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Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect with headers

Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect with headers

MPN: ABX00053
Arduino
Development Boards & Kits - ARM Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect with headers
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Overview

The ABX00053 is an IoT-ready development board featuring the Raspberry Pi RP2040 dual-core microcontroller and a u-blox NINA-W102 module for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. It integrates a high-performance 6-axis IMU with a Machine Learning Core, an omnidirectional microphone, and a cryptographic co-processor for secure cloud communication.

Why Choose This Part

This board offers a massive 16MB of flash memory and 264KB of RAM, significantly exceeding standard Nano specifications. The inclusion of the PIO state machines on the RP2040 allows for the implementation of custom high-speed digital protocols without taxing the main CPU cores.

Applications

Edge AI and Gesture Recognition
Utilize the 6-axis IMU with a dedicated Machine Learning Core and the on-board microphone for real-time motion and voice pattern recognition.
Secure IoT Gateways
Leverage the integrated ECC608 cryptographic co-processor to handle secure boot and hardware-based key storage for TLS connections.
Industrial Monitoring
Deploy as a compact node for predictive maintenance using the integrated temperature sensor, pedometer, and vibration detection capabilities.
Smart Home Control
Create wireless interfaces using Wi-Fi and BLE to control household appliances while maintaining a small Nano footprint.

Key Specifications

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

Getting Started

Engineers can program the board using the Arduino IDE, OpenMV for computer vision tasks, or the official C/C++ SDK. It supports full debugging via the SWD pins and can be easily integrated into existing breadboard designs thanks to the pre-installed headers.

Also Consider

Raspberry Pi Pico W Raspberry Pi - A more cost-effective RP2040-based wireless solution if integrated sensors and a secure element are not required.
Arduino Nano 33 IoT Arduino - An alternative Nano-format board using the SAMD21 architecture for projects requiring lower power consumption at the expense of dual-core performance.