SparkFun Pi Wedge

The SparkFun Pi Wedge is a compact board designed to connect to the 40-pin GPIO connector on the Raspberry Pi. This handy device breaks the pins out into a breadboard-friendly arrangement and spacing. It also incorporates a couple of decoupling capacitors on the power supply lines for enhanced performance. The "Wedge" simplifies the initial bring-up process by allowing an FTDI Basic module to be plugged into the built-in serial port. Each Pi Wedge comes preassembled and can be effortlessly inserted into the RPi's GPIO port, enabling easy prototyping without the need for any soldering.

The Pi Wedge is compatible with the Raspberry Pi A+, B+, or RPi2 models. It effectively converts the GPIO header on the RPi into a standard solderless breadboard. This makes it a perfect fit for medium, large, and extra-large breadboards. Although it can technically work with a mini breadboard, it may not leave much room for external circuitry. If you're a Raspberry Pi enthusiast eager to start prototyping, the SparkFun Pi Wedge is an ideal choice.

With the Pi Wedge, you can experiment with different projects and designs, making it a great learning tool for both beginners and experienced Raspberry Pi users. Its unique properties like the breadboard-friendly arrangement and built-in serial port make it a versatile tool for various applications. The addition of decoupling capacitors on the power supply lines ensures stable operation, making your prototyping experience smoother and more reliable.

This product package includes one preassembled SparkFun Pi Wedge and a 40-pin GPIO Ribbon Cable measuring 15.24cm.

For further information and resources, refer to the following documents:

• Schematic
• Eagle Files
• Hookup Guide
• GitHub (Example Code & Design Files)
• Product Video
• Raspberry Pi Resource Page