Raspberry Pi can be both a programming learning device and an element of electrical installation or building automation. External devices allow us to modify the purpose and capabilities of the minicomputer freely. All of this is due to GPIO connectors, which we use to connect compatible external accessories to Raspberry. As a result, advanced controllers with an interface that is complemented by buttons and LCD display are created. This versatility of the Raspberry Pi is one of the reasons why the computer enjoys unflagging popularity and interest since its first appearance on the market. This event took place in 2012. Since then, the manufacturer has developed several Raspberry Pi models, which differ in terms of parameters, application and additional elements, so they have more or less extensive features. Below we present the offer of HAT overlays and GPIO connectors. Discover what benefits you can gain from them and how your Raspberry Pi will change when you use them.
RPi Zero GPIO extensions and HAT
ProtoPi Plus Side - extension GPIO Raspberry Pi 4/3/2/B for breadboard + tape
The module allows you to connect the GPIO leads of the Raspberry Pi 4, 3, 2 and B plus minicomputer to popular 830-hole contact boards using the included 40-wire tape. The...- Reduced price
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Raspberry Pi PoE+ HAT - Power over Ethernet for Raspberry Pi 4B/3B+ - SC0468
Cap designed for Raspberry Pi 3B+ and 4B versions which are equipped with 4-pin PoE connector. It allows simultaneous communication with LAN and powering the minicomputer...Logic level bi-directional converter, 4-channel - SparkFun BOB-12009
The module allows to exchange data between systems that use the most popular voltages levels: 5 V and 3.3 V and 1.8 V and 2.8 V. Works in both directions simultaneously. It has...4-channel logic level converter
The module allows to exchange data between systems that use the most popular levels of voltage: 5 V <-> 3.3 V and 3.3 V <-> 1,8 V. It works in both directions simulatneously....TV HAT tuner DVB-T - module with decoder for Raspberry Pi 4B/3B+/3B/Zero
Shield for Raspberry Pi which consists to the tuner of the terrestrial television. It enables the reception of all available, uncoded channels of digital terrestrial...Power monitor HAT - 4 channel - for Raspberry Pi - Waveshare 17539
Overlay for the Raspberry Pi to monitor the current power consumption, voltage and power for the channel. It is equipped with 4 measuring channels. It communicates via I2C...- On sale!
RPi Relay Board - 3 relays - cap for Raspberry Pi - Waveshare 11638
Cap fitted to connectors of Raspberry Pi GPIO in version 4B, 3B+, 3B, 2B, B+ and A+, with three relays with parameters of 250 V / 10 A. Board has a screw connector....Logic level bi-directional converter, 4-channel - Pololu 2595
Miniature (13 x 10 mm). the module allows to exchange data between systems that use the most popular voltage levels ranging from 1.5 V to 18 V and Vice versa. Four channels to...ReSpeaker v1.1 for Raspberry Pi - modul with 2 microphons - Seeedstudio 107100001
ReSpeaker is an expansion board for the Raspberry, equipped with 2 microphones, it is designed for AI and voice applications. It allows you to build efficient devices, which,...IQaudIO Codec Zero - sound card for Raspberry Pi 4B/3B+/3B
Codec Zero is a module with dimensions equal to Raspberry Pi Zero . The cover plate is equipped with a speaker output (mono), audio jack connectors to connect an electret...MCP23017 Expansion Board - 16 I/O - for Arduino and Raspberry Pi - Waveshare 15391
Expander of pins on the basis of the MCP23017 system, it extends the capabilities of the Arduino or Raspberry Pi with additional 16 pins of I/O. It communicates via I2C...HiFiBerry DAC2 Pro - sound card for Raspberry Pi 4B/3B+/3B
High quality sound card with digital-analogue and analogue-digital converter for Raspberry Pi 4B/3B+/3B. It is equipped with a Burr-Brown 192 kHz / 24-bit converter. On the...Logic level transmitter TXB0104 bi-directional, 4-channel - SparkFun BOB-11771
The module allows to exchange the data between systems that use the most popular voltage levels: from 1.2 V to 3.6 V for VCCA inputs, and from 1.65 V to 5.5 V for VCCB inputs....IQaudIO DAC+ - sound card for Raspberry Pi 4B/3B+/3B
The sound card designed for the Raspberry Pi minicomputer provides high quality Full HD 24-bit/192 kHz audio with built-in hardware volume control via the Linux built-in...UPS HAT Board - emergency power for Raspberry Pi
Cap for Raspberry Pi acting as emergency power when you connect a lipol battery 3.7 V. It has 4 information LEDs. Supports the cascade connection to the caps. Can be used with...MCP3424 - ADC 18-bit 4-channel I2C converter
Module with analog-digital converter, delta-sigma type with 18-bit precision. It is equipped with four channels with differential inputs. It works at speed of up to 240 samples...HiFiBerry Digi + standard - sound card for Raspberry Pi 4B/3B+/3/2/B+/A+/Zero
Hat type overlay for Raspberry versions 4B, 3B+, 3B, 2B, A+, B, Zero with high quality S/PDIF interface and optical connector. The chip used in the device has 24-bit resolution...Expander of GPIO leads for Raspberry PI 4/3/2/B+ with clamps
An expansion board that allows you to easily connect the modules to the GPIO pins on a Raspberry Pi. It has goldpin connectors and clamps with push button.Argon Fan HAT v1.5 - module with fan for Raspberry Pi
Overlay with 40 x 40 mm fan for Raspberry Pi 4B / 3B+ / 3B. After downloading the script from the manufacturer's website, you can adjust the fan speed . There is a power /...MCP4725 DAC I2C converter - SparkFun BOB-12918
Digital-to-analog converter with I2C interface. The module allows you to receive signal in the form of analog voltage from any microcontroller that has I2C. It is powered with...Extension GPIO Raspberry 4B/3B+/3B/2B/B+ to the contact plate + tape + breadboard
This module allows to connect GPIO pins of Raspberry Pi 4B, 3B+, 3B, 2B and B+ versions to the PCB using 40 wires tape. The kit includes GPIO extension module, contact board...Breakout Pi Plus - prototype board for Raspberry Pi
Board allows for self-creation of electronic circuits. It is connected directly to the GPIO pins of the Raspberry Pi minicomputer. It has led-out pins - separately in groups,...Argon ONE M.2 SATA expansion board - for Raspberry Pi 4B
Argon One M.2 is an expansion board for Argon One cases. It allows you to run your Raspberry Pi using an M.2 SATA SSD , which provides faster boot up and more capacity . It...Uninterruptible power supply UPS - Power adapter for Raspberry Pi - 5 V - Waveshare 18306
UPS power supply in the form of an overlay for Raspberry Pi , which brings extra power to the module in case of power failure or while traveling. It is powered by two 18650...What are HAT overlays, and what is their purpose?
HAT overlays are rectangular boards with dimensions of 65mm x 56mm. They are distinguished by rounded corners, as well as holes for fixing them to the case. In addition, the HAT overlay has a 40-pin GPIO connector that is compatible with Raspberry Pi. Automatic system configuration is possible with ID_SD and ID_SC pins. They connect via the I2C interface to the EEPROM memory, which contains configuration software on all GPIO pins, but also Device Tree files. These files are necessary for automatic software installation via Linux because they contain a description of a HAT board.
Our shop offers HAT overlays in different variants, which allows us to match them to a specific version of Raspberry Pi, both the latest and older ones, which are still used by many users. This way, you can be sure that the overlay is compatible with the device, and thus the whole thing will work smoothly and safely.
What should you know about the GPIO extension?
GPIO, which is actually General Purpose Input Output, is the basic parameter of Raspberry Pi. Digital GPO pins have two statuses, i.e. ON and OFF, sometimes also have a receiving direction. If we know and use the appropriate programming language, such as JavaScript or Python, we can control their direction and status. GPIOs are designed to operate at a voltage of 3.3 V, and the maximum current load is 16 mA. So we can power up to two LEDs from a single pin. However, we will need external components in this case, which already uses more power.
GPIO connects Raspberry Pi with Hat overlays. The 40-pin connector allows you to connect external devices, with it you can transmit the output signals needed to control external processes. It is also needed to receive input signals. GPIO extensions, which take the form of HAT overlays, allow you to use Raspberry Pi in many areas of your life. They give you the opportunity to create a LED lighting controller, which is today considered not only the most energy-efficient light source but also the smartest, of course, if we connect it with the controllers. HAT overlays also support the creation of meteorological stations with sensors of temperature, precipitation, wind speed and other weather parameters. We will also use GPIO extensions in designing, among others, drivers for electric gate motor. GPIO extension has also found its application in monitoring and irrigation systems. This means that Raspberry Pi is perfectly suited for modern smart construction. All this thanks to HAT overlays and GPIO extensions.
Create a sound system in your car, a home monitoring system, a weather station or simply improve your everyday comfort with smart lighting. Check our offer of HAT overlays!