The Raspberry Pi Pico 2 W is a low-cost, highly flexible development platform designed around the RP2350 microcontroller. It integrates essential components like 4 MB of flash memory, a 2.4GHz wireless interface supporting Wi-Fi 802.11n and Bluetooth 5.2, and a comprehensive set of general-purpose I/O pins. The platform offers multiple power supply options and supports both micro USB and external sources, making it suitable for a wide range of IoT applications. With its versatile design, users can choose between using the Pico 2 W as a module for surface mounting or with traditional pin headers, making it ideal for both prototyping and production use.
Wireless Connectivity and Versatility
The Raspberry Pi Pico 2 W is equipped with a powerful 2.4GHz wireless interface, including support for Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) and Classic Bluetooth, as well as Wi-Fi. This makes it an excellent choice for projects requiring wireless communication, such as IoT devices, home automation systems, and wireless sensor networks.
Rich I/O Options for Customization
With 26 multifunctional GPIO pins, including 3 capable of analog-to-digital conversion (ADC), the Pico 2 W offers extensive options for interfacing with sensors, actuators, and other peripherals. It also features a 3-pin Arm serial wire debug (SWD) port, enabling easy debugging and development. The platform’s flexible I/O layout, along with the castellated edges, allows for both through-hole pin headers and surface-mount configurations.
High Performance at Low Cost
Powered by the dual-core RP2350 microcontroller, the Pico 2 W is capable of running at up to 150MHz, delivering powerful performance for embedded applications. The system also benefits from a high-performance SRAM and external Quad-SPI flash memory, ensuring quick data processing and reliable performance in time-sensitive applications like data logging and real-time monitoring.
Raspberry Pi Pico 2 W vs. Raspberry Pi Pico 2: How to Choose
The difference between the Raspberry Pi Pico 2 W and the Raspberry Pi Pico 2 is the inclusion of wireless connectivity in the Pico 2 W.
The Raspberry Pi Pico 2 W is recommended for customers who need built-in wireless capabilities for their projects, such as IoT devices, wireless sensor networks, or home automation systems.
The Raspberry Pi Pico 2 is best suited for customers who do not need wireless connectivity.
Applications
- IoT devices
- Home automation systems
- Wireless sensor networks
Specification
Microcontroller
- RP2350: Dual Cortex-M33 or Hazard3 RISC-V cores, up to 150MHz
- Memory: 520KB SRAM, 4MB Flash memory
- Security: Arm TrustZone, SHA-256 hardware acceleration
Wireless Connectivity
- Wi-Fi: 802.11n (2.4GHz)
- Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.2 (LE Central & Peripheral roles, Bluetooth Classic)
I/O and Expansion
- GPIO Pins:
26 multifunction 3.3V I/O pins
23 digital I/O pins (3 with ADC functionality)
3 programmable I/O (PIO) blocks with 12 state machines - Debug Port: 3-pin Arm serial wire debug (SWD) port
- Form Factor: 40-pin DIP-style PCB (21mm x 51mm, 1mm thick) with 0.1" through-hole pins and castellated edges
- Mounting: Can be surface-mounted as a module
Power and Supply
- Power Options: Micro USB B port for power, data, and reprogramming
- Flexible Powering: Options for micro USB, external power supplies, or batteries