Raspberry Pi RP2040-Zero Mini MCU Board

The RP2040 chip from the Raspberry Pi Foundation is a great low-cost component that forms the core of the Pi Pico board and is used by designers like Waveshare for creating more fun hobbyist MCU boards. Smaller MCU boards like these help Makers who need to get a fully functioning project up and running, from prototype to final design in a quick, efficient and relatively easy way. The Raspberry Pi RP2040-Zero Mini MCU Board is the size of a postage stamp but offers great computing power for its size.

The RP2040-Zero MCU holds a dual-core ARM Cortex M0+ with high performance, a USB Type-C connector for programming and two handy onboard buttons to reset and boot your device. The chip itself also provides a clock, timer and temperature sensor for added features to your project. With 29 GPIO pins, the RP2040-Zero MCU Board allows for multi-functional connections. Mini microcontrollers are perfect for creating surface mount devices thanks to their size and processing power.

Makers who enjoy tinkering with microcontrollers like Arduino may find experimenting with new systems very interesting to expand their skills. The RP2040-Zero Mini MCU Board supports Pico C/CC+ SDK and MicroPython which come with plenty of built-in support. Simple devices and communication protocols function much quicker. The only downside to the RP2040-Zero is the small 2MB memory space, but careful planning is all you need. Your new RP2040-Zero Mini MCU Board is a fantastic beginner’s tool for small DIY tinkering projects.

Additional Resources:

• The Waveshare RP2040-Zero Mini MCU Wiki Page provides setup guides, documents and resources for starting your own mini Pi projects.

This YouTube review of the RP2040-Zero Board by Learn Embedded Systems gives a visual look at the MCU’s properties:

When it comes to producing unique electronics components and modules, there are very few brands that can provide the quality that Waveshare can. Based in the Futian District in Shenzhen, China, Waveshare are experts in developing electronics to a high standard of quality, which have been thoroughly tested to work seamlessly with corresponding development platforms and systems – such as the E-Ink HATs for Raspberry Pi’s.

What we love most about Waveshare is how they are dedicated to providing quality products, and have moved away from the typical “Made in China” stigma – cheap products with cheap parts and components. Instead, Waveshare understand the value of supplying quality products and building sustainable relationships with international resellers and distributors. They know that consistent quality will result in consistent business, and as such they always ensure strict quality control for each and every product that comes out of the manufacturing plant.

We are always excited to peruse through their vast catalogue of exciting new products to find unique modules, components or even entire development boards that are designed with quality in mind. Because we know that every cent that we spend with Waveshare will be well-spent, with each product that order adding real value to our own catalogue of products.