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Arduino MEGA Prototype Shield V3

SKU: ZSMFUD3R2I
The Arduino-compatible MEGA Prototype Shield V3.0 includes a mini breadboard, making it easy to build and test circuits. It features a high-quality gold-plated PCB and a compact layout with closely spaced gold pads, allowing convenient and reliable soldering of components. This prototyping shield simplifies custom circuit development. You can solder components directly onto the prototyping area to create permanent circuits...
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Specifications

Specifications:

Shield Type: Prototype Shield V3.0
Compatibility: Designed for Arduino Mega compatible boards
Status (STAT) Indicator: Yes
Dimensions: 8 × 5 × 4 cm
Weight: 50 grams
Breadboard Size: 2.7 inches × 2.1 inches

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FAQ

1. What is the mega prototype shield?

The Mega Prototype Shield is an augmentation device tailored to the Arduino Mega microcontroller. It facilitates a convenient approach to designing and examining electronic circuits without the need for intricate breadboards or the irksome act of soldering.

The Mega Prototype Shield is furnished with a commodious prototyping space, punctuated with pre-set holes and pads that allow easy interconnection of electronic components and circuits. Moreover, it encompasses a power bus, competent in the distribution of power to the different segments of the circuit.

Apart from the prototyping area, the Mega Prototype Shield also encompasses a litany of other features, comprising a reset button, luminary LEDs, and an assortment of header pins that allow connections to other peripherals or shields.

2. what are the benefits of using a prototype shield with an Arduino Mega?

Using a prototype shield with an Arduino Mega can simplify the process of prototyping and testing circuit ideas. The shield provides a prototyping area for creating custom circuits, and it has extra connections for all of the Arduino Mega pins, allowing for easy access to all of the IO pins. The shield also brings power from the Arduino standard 5V and GND pins to the two power bus rows placed between the Through Hole package footprint, which can be used for powering the DIP sockets or for power and ground rows.

3.Which boards are compatible with this shield?

It is compatible with Arduino Mega 2560 and other Mega-compatible boards with the same pin layout.

4.Does it include a breadboard?

Yes, most versions come with a small detachable mini breadboard for solderless prototyping.

5.Can I solder components directly onto the shield?

Yes, the shield provides a prototyping area with plated through-holes for soldering components permanently.

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The Arduino-compatible MEGA Prototype Shield V3.0 includes a mini breadboard, making it easy to build and test circuits. It features a high-quality gold-plated PCB and a compact layout with closely spaced gold pads, allowing convenient and reliable soldering of components.

This prototyping shield simplifies custom circuit development. You can solder components directly onto the prototyping area to create permanent circuits or use the included mini breadboard to test ideas without soldering. It also provides breakout access to all I/O pins and offers sufficient space for both through-hole and surface-mount ICs, making it ideal for building custom modules and experimental projects.

When used with the mini breadboard, the shield measures approximately 2.7 inches in length and 2.1 inches in width. It includes three mounting holes for secure attachment to a case or surface. Please note that the spacing between digital pins 7 and 8 is 160 mil (0.16”), which differs from the standard 100 mil spacing used for the other pins.