Header pins
makerHeader pins are electrical connectors used for creating solderless or soldered connections between circuit boards and other components.
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Header pins are typically used to facilitate easy connecting and disconnecting of components in prototyping or permanent setups. They come in various configurations, such as single-insulated rows of metal pins arranged uniformly along a rigid base. These pins are critical in creating modular electronic systems and are available in different pitches, commonly 2.54 mm (0.1 in), which allows for compatibility with a wide range of commercial electronic components.
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A 40-pin male header with a pitch of 2.54 mm (0.1 in) used for connecting a Raspberry Pi to a GPIO extension board.
Commonly used in prototyping and educational projects involving the Raspberry Pi, where developers need to expand the device's functionality with custom circuits.
Single-row male header pins used in Arduino shields to connect additional modules or sensors.
Employed in creating stackable projects with Arduino boards to link different sensor modules or output devices without manual wiring.