Product description: Arduino Portenta Proto Kit ME - Motion Environment - prototyping kit - AKX00073
Arduino Portenta Proto Kit ME is a comprehensive kit for engineers and creators who want to quickly prototype solutions in the field of IoT, automation, predictive maintenance and intelligent monitoring. The core element of the kit is the Portenta H7 , equipped with a dual-core ARM Cortex M7 and M4 processor, capable of performing simultaneous calculations in real time. The Nicla Sense ME module provides precise environmental data ( temperature , humidity , pressure , air quality ) and measures movement ( IMU ). Portenta Mid Carrier expands the kit with Ethernet, mPCIe, CAN, USB and 4G LTE GNSS interfaces. Thanks to integration with Arduino Cloud and a wide range of modular Modulino sensors, you can create modern solutions in a short time. Ideal for industrial, transport and intelligent building applications.

Arduino Portenta Proto Kit ME is a comprehensive kit for prototyping applications focused on environmental monitoring and motion detection.
Main features of the set
- Advanced microcontroller - Portenta H7 with dual-core ARM Cortex-M7 (480 MHz) and M4 (240 MHz) processor
- Enhanced Connectivity - Ethernet, USB Type-C, CAN, 4G LTE GNSS and WiFi/Bluetooth support
- Environmental and motion sensors - Nicla Sense ME measures temperature, humidity, pressure, CO2, air quality and 6DOF motion
- Modularity and extensibility - support for Modulino, Arduino UNO Shields, Qwiic and ESLOV
- Seamless integration - Arduino Cloud compatible for remote monitoring and data analysis
- Industrial quality - temperature resistance from -40°C to 85°C and support for interfaces for IoT and industrial applications
Compatibility and programming
The kit works with Arduino IDE, Arduino CLI and Cloud Editor , allowing you to code in C/C++, MicroPython and JavaScript . It can be connected to Arduino Cloud , allowing you to store and analyze data in real time. Numerous libraries are supported, including Arduino WiFi, Arduino BLE, Arduino Modulino and Arduino BHY2 , facilitating integration with sensors and interfaces.
Set components and their functions
- Portenta H7 - a dual-core microcontroller capable of running AI applications and real-time control
- Nicla Sense ME - sensor module measuring movement (IMU) and environmental conditions (humidity, pressure, temperature, air quality, CO2)
- Portenta Mid Carrier - extends functionality with additional interfaces including Ethernet, CAN, MicroSD, USB Type-A and 4G LTE GNSS
- Modulinos - compact sensors and actuators, including encoders, LEDs, distance sensors, motion sensors, buttons, buzzers and temperature sensors
- 4G GNSS Module - provides global 4G LTE connectivity and accurate GPS positioning
- Portenta Mid Carrier Proto Shield - facilitates rapid prototyping by offering compatibility with Arduino UNO, Qwiic and ESLOV shields
Practical applications
- Predictive maintenance - monitoring industrial machines and predicting failures based on vibration and temperature sensors
- Smart Buildings - Tracking Air Quality, Temperature and Humidity to Optimize Energy Use
- Logistics monitoring - monitoring of goods transport conditions, analysis of shocks and environmental changes
- Industrial automation - production system control and remote equipment diagnostics
- Endurance tests - creating test stands for load measurement and sensor calibration
Arduino Portenta H7 Technical Specification | |
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Microcontroller | STM32H747XI dual Cortex M7 + M4 32bit ARM MCU |
Wireless communication module | Murata 1DX WiFi 802.11b/g/n 65 Mb/s and Bluetooth 5.1 BR/EDR/LE |
Cryptographic system | NXP SE0502 |
Supply voltage (USB/Vin) | 5V |
Battery powered | Li-Pol 3.7 V, minimum capacity 700 mAh (built-in charger) |
Pin operating voltage | 3.3V |
Power consumption | 2.95uA in idle mode |
Video connector | MIPI DSI host and MIPI D-PHY |
GPU | Chrom-ART hardware graphics accelerator |
Counters | 22 counters and watchdogs |
UART | 4 ports (2 with controllable) |
Ethernet PHY | 10 / 100 Mbps (available with Portenta Carrier Board) |
SD card slot | Yes (available with Portenta Carrier Board) |
Operating temperature |
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MKR Connectors | Possibility to use Arduino MKR extensions |
New connectors | Two 80-pin connectors |
Camera interface | 8-bit, up to 80 MHz |
ADC | 3 x ADC with 16-bit maximum resolution (up to 36 channels, up to 3.6 MSPS) |
TO GIVE | 2 x 12bit DAC (1MHz) |
USB Type-C port | Host/Device, integrated Display Port, USB High/Full Speed/Power Delivery |