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Raspberry Pi ATX Style Power Switch Module - DIY Assembly

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The Pi Supply Switch Module is a clever yet simple module that allows for safe soft-shutdowns, keeping your Pi and important data safe.

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Experimenting, building and playing around with Raspberry Pi is always fun, as there are simply so many different functional, intriguing or just plain silly projects to enjoy, which all offer some form of learning or skills development. However, if you like to use Raspberry Pi Boards for more serious applications, such as in a professional capacity or for important data storage, then you need to make sure that your Pi is protected at all times, not just from external damage though, but from sudden power cuts and hard shutdowns, which has a chance of corrupting data and causing other detrimental problems.

This is where the Raspberry Pi ATX Style Power Supply Switch Module comes in to offer some awesome benefits, as this relatively simple but fancy Raspberry Pi Accessory is specially designed to act like an ATX power supply and switch, all in one easy package. This module allows you to power your Pi with more safety and peace of mind, knowing that your Pi is never simply losing power suddenly or unexpectedly, and ensuring that your Pi can safely store all of the data it needs and prepare for shutdown long before the power is actually cut. Furthermore, this module has also been designed in a clever way that lets it communicate with the connected Pi board as well, and this is fantastic as it allows for shutdowns and full restarts from the Raspberry Pi Interface using simple “sudo halt” and “sudo reboot” commands.

Of course, for emergency situations or times in which you need to cut power suddenly, the option to Hard-Shutdown is still available on this board, and a quick press will immediately cut all power to the Raspberry Pi. However, it’s recommended to avoid this if possible unless your Pi is actually frozen or nonresponsive, as this works in the same way as pulling the plug out of the wall while a Pi is running, which of course means there is a chance for data on the SD card to become corrupted. Fortunately, that kind of situation is precisely what this module aims to remedy, and ensures that you never have to take this risk unnecessarily, but instead can rely on Hard-Shutdowns as a true method of last resort.

Finally, it’s important to note that this kit is in fact a self-solder kit, which means that you will be provided with all of the parts, and will need to solder all of the Components onto the board. However, while some don’t particularly like this idea, we love the fact that it not only reduces the overall prices of each kit, but also lets Makers have some fun in assembling a cool project themselves, helping improve Soldering and assembly skills, while also making the module a far more personal and enjoyable experience.

Please Note: The included relay component is only capable of up to 2A, so if you are using lots of modules, HATs or accessories with your Pi, you may want to consider The PiJuice HAT with a ≥3500mAh battery instead, which operates in a similar way to this module, but includes backup battery power too. Alternatively, you can also try power the HATs or Accessories with external power, and then let the ATX Power Switch Module manage just the power for the Pi.

Extra Note: If you are still struggling with low voltage or other problems, even after ensuring that you aren’t drawing too much power with HATs and Accessories, then try to use a shorter USB cable (5cm to 30cm is ideal), as this should help deliver the right level of power your Pi needs with less loss between the module and the Pi.

 

Raspberry Pi ATX Power Switch Module  -  Technical Specifications:

  • Power Input

– 5V DC via Micro USB

  • Power Output

– 5V DC via USB-A

  • Onboard Buttons

– OFF | Soft_OFF | ON

  • Onboard Indicators

– Red LED

  • Expected Assembly Time

– 10 to 45 Minutes

  • Raspberry Pi Compatibility

Raspberry Pi 3B+ | 3B | 2B

– Raspberry Pi Zero W | Zero | Zero WH           

  • Onboard Relay Max Capacity

– 2A Constant | 1A Switching

 

Parts Included with the Raspberry Pi ATX Power Switch Module:

  • 1 x ATX Switch Module PCB
  • 2 x 22K Resistors                                               
  • 1 x 3mm Red LED
  • 2 x 10K Resistors
  • 1 x G5V-1 5 DC SMD Relay
  • 2 x 1K Resistors
  • 1 x USB A Female Receptacle
  • 2 x 1N4001 Diodes
  • 1 x 2-pin Throughole Header
  • 2 x BC548 Transistors
  • 1 x 220µF Capacitor
  • 2 x F-F Jumper Wires
  • 3 x Tactile Momentary Buttons
  • 1 x USB to Micro USB Cable

 

Additional Resources:

  • To get a good idea of what will be required of you during the assembly process, as well as how difficult it might be, the first place to visit is the awesome Pi Supply ATX Switch Module Assembly Guide, which takes users through the entire assembly process, from component soldering through to software installation.

  • Next up, if you want to get further into the juicy details with higher level functionality, schematics and more useful info’, check out the Pi Supply ATX Power Switch Module GitHub Page, which offers resources for both the V1.0 and V1.1 modules.

  • And just in case you are still operating on Wheezy, rather than the more recent Raspberry Pi firmwares, this handy Pi Supply Switch V1.1 Wheezy Code Guide  will help you set up, test and troubleshoot code examples to get it working.

 

Finally, if you prefer to learn in a more visual way, the following great video is provided by Pi Supply, and takes users through the assembly process, allowing you to assemble the module along with Chris, as he assembles it himself and gives some extra insights along the way. If you want to skip the intro, you can go straight to 2:50 in the video, where he begins the actual placing and soldering process.

 

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Pi Supply is a fantastic brand that truly personifies the open-source movement. Having been founded by a single individual with a passion for electronics and audio, and growing into a world-recognised brand that now supplies specialised expansion boards to a global community, the humble hobbyist beginnings of Pi Supply began with the simple need for a convenient power-switch for a Raspberry Pi board stored under a bed.


Since their humble beginnings, Pi Supply have grown to be a full team of passionate Makers who truly live up to the name of “The Maker Emporium”, with over 7 different product ranges launched over Kickstarter, and a growing catalogue of over 800 items now available – all with fantastic after-sales support, which is something that we consider to be extremely valuable.