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Small green circuit board with USB-C port, battery connector and buttons

Pimoroni

Pimoroni Pico LiPo 16MB RP2040 development board

SKU CH-EHDR-SAAGR

RP2040 microcontroller board with 16 MB flash, USB-C power and programming, onboard LiPo charging at 215 mA, and a Qwiic/STEMMA QT connector for solderless sensor add-ons

  • RP2040 dual-core runs up to 133 MHz for responsive edge tasks
  • 16 MB QSPI flash stores large programs with execute-in-place support
  • USB-C supplies power, programming and data through one cable
  • 4-pin Qw-ST connector adds sensors and breakouts without soldering
  • Onboard MCP73831 charges LiPo cells at 215 mA while XB6096I2S protects the battery

Compact RP2040 board with 16 MB flash and LiPo

The Pimoroni Pico LiPo 16MB is a microcontroller board built around the RP2040 dual ARM Cortex-M0+ processor running at up to 133 MHz. It provides 264 kB of SRAM and 16 MB of QSPI flash with execute-in-place support. The board targets makers who want battery-powered projects with solderless sensor connectivity via a Qwiic/STEMMA QT port.

Powered by USB-C with 215 mA charge current

A USB-C connector supplies power, programming and data. The onboard MCP73831 charger delivers 215 mA to a connected LiPo or LiIon cell while the XB6096I2S protector guards the battery. Two indicator LEDs show the on/off state and charging status so you can monitor power without extra circuitry.

Qwiic port and debug header simplify wiring

The four-pin Qwiic/STEMMA QT connector lets you attach compatible sensors and breakouts without soldering. A debug connector supports SWD programming for advanced workflows. Onboard BOOTSEL and power buttons give direct control over firmware upload and device power, leaving GPIO pins free for your application.

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Specifications

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Questions about this item

How do I install the board and what step is often missed?

Connect the board via the USB-C connector for power and programming, then press the BOOTSEL button while plugging it in to enter USB mass-storage mode for firmware drag-and-drop — this button press is the step most people forget.

What maintenance or replacement will the board need later?

The LiPo or LiIon battery connected to the MCP73831 charger will eventually degrade and need replacement; the board itself has no user-serviceable parts.

What limit appears first during sustained use?

The MCP73831 charger is rated for 215mA charging current, so the battery will charge at that maximum rate and cannot accept higher current even if the USB-C supply offers more.

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