SparkFun ProtoShield Kit

The SparkFun ProtoShield Kit is an innovative product that allows you to design and test your own Arduino shield. This kit is based on the Arduino R3 footprint, making it easy to integrate with your favorite Arduino-based device.

The ProtoShield Kit stands out for its unique solderable-like breadboard prototyping area. Half of this area is designed with a breadboard in mind, with open jumper pads between each through hole on the shield's underside. This allows for easy connections, similar to a breadboard. Once a component is added, a solder jumper can be added between holes to create a connection. For those who prefer standard prototyping pads, the other side of the shield (near the BlueSMiRF and Serial UART ports) has been left as is.

The prototype testing components have been moved off the main shield and onto a removable, ProtoSnap styled PCB. This test area includes soldering areas for two yellow 3mm LEDs, two 330 Ohm resistors, a 10K Ohm resistor, and a pushbutton. Please note, this product requires assembly and a basic knowledge of soldering as it does not come pre-assembled.

The SparkFun ProtoShield Kit includes the following:

• SparkFun Arduino ProtoShield - Bare PCB
• Arduino Stackable Header Kit - R3
• LED - Basic Yellow 3mm (2 pcs)
• Mini Pushbutton Switch (2 pcs)
• Resistor 330 Ohm 1/6th Watt PTH (2 pcs)
• Resistor 10k Ohm 1/6th Watt PTH

The key features of the SparkFun ProtoShield Kit include:

• Arduino R3 Footprint
• Soldering Kit
• Solderable-Like Breadboard
• BlueSMiRF or Comparable 6-pin
• Detachable Test Area

For further information and guidance, the following documents are available:

• Schematic
• Eagle Files
• Hookup and Assembly Guide
• GitHub