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Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+

Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+

MPN: SC0073
Raspberry Pi
Single Board Computer 1.4GHz 4 Core 1GB/1GB RAM Broadcom BCM2837 ARM Cortex-A53
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Overview

The Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ is a high-performance single-board computer featuring a Broadcom BCM2837B0 quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 processor running at 1.4GHz. It provides significant upgrades over previous versions, including dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless LAN, Bluetooth 4.2/BLE, and faster Ethernet throughput. The board maintains the classic Raspberry Pi footprint and 40-pin GPIO header for full backward compatibility with existing HATs and accessories.

Why Choose This Part

This model introduces modular compliance certification for its wireless circuitry, significantly reducing the cost and time required for EMI compliance testing in end products. The inclusion of Power over Ethernet (PoE) support via a separate HAT simplifies cabling in professional installations, while the improved thermal management allows the 64-bit processor to maintain higher clock speeds for longer durations.

Applications

Industrial IoT Gateway
Leverages dual-band wireless and Gigabit Ethernet (over USB 2.0) to aggregate sensor data and provide local processing before cloud transmission.
Edge Computing Node
Utilizes the 1.4GHz quad-core processor and 1GB RAM to run lightweight machine learning models or containerized applications at the network edge.
Digital Signage
Supports full HDMI output and MIPI DSI display interfaces for driving high-resolution interactive kiosks and information displays.
Media Streaming and NAS
Functions as a low-power media server using its four USB 2.0 ports for external storage and high-speed networking for local streaming.

Key Specifications

USB USB 2.0 (4)
Speed 1.4GHz
Ethernet GbE
Video Outputs CSI, DSI, HDMI
Core Processor Broadcom BCM2837 ARM Cortex-A53
Number of Cores 4
Size / Dimension 3.350" x 2.200" (85.09mm x 55.88mm)
Digital I/O Lines 40
Storage Interface MicroSD
Operating Temperature 0degC ~ 50degC
RAM Capacity/Installed 1GB/1GB

Getting Started

To begin, flash a supported operating system like Raspberry Pi OS onto a MicroSD card and connect a 5V/2.5A power supply. Developers can access the 40-pin GPIO header using libraries such as RPi.GPIO or WiringPi for hardware interfacing. For networked applications, the board is compatible with standard PoE HATs for single-cable power and data deployment.

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