Key Features
๐ Quad USB Port Expansion
- 4 Standard USB-A Ports: Full-speed USB 2.0/1.1 compatibility
- Plug-and-Play: No additional drivers required
- Individual Port Control: Each port operates independently
- Hot-Swap Support: Connect/disconnect devices without system restart
๐ง Integrated USB-to-UART Converter
- Built-in Serial Interface: Eliminates need for external USB-to-serial adapters
- Debug-Ready: Streamlined serial communication for development
- UART Accessibility: Direct connection to Pi’s GPIO UART pins
- Development Friendly: Ideal for embedded programming and debugging
๐ Comprehensive Status Monitoring
- Power Indicator LED: Shows main power status
- USB-to-UART Activity LED: Monitors serial communication
- Individual Port LEDs: Real-time status for each USB port
- Visual Feedback: Instant troubleshooting and connection verification
๐ฏ Universal Raspberry Pi Compatibility
- Multi-Generation Support: Works with Pi 4B, 3B+, 3B, 2B
- Zero Series Optimized: Perfect fit for Pi Zero, Zero W, Zero 2W, Zero WH, Zero 2WH
- Form Factor Matched: 65ร30mm dimensions complement Pi Zero’s compact design
- HAT Standard: Follows Raspberry Pi HAT design guidelines
Use Cases & Applications
๐ฅ๏ธ Desktop Computing
- Peripheral Expansion: Mouse, keyboard, webcam, storage
- Multiple Input Devices: Gaming controllers, specialized keyboards
- Development Setup: Programming devices, debug interfaces
๐ฌ IoT & Embedded Projects
- Sensor Networks: Multiple USB sensors and data loggers
- Communication Interfaces: USB-to-RS485, USB-to-CAN adapters
- Prototype Development: Easy device swapping during testing
๐ซ Educational Applications
- Classroom Labs: Multiple students sharing Pi resources
- STEM Projects: Connecting various USB educational modules
- Programming Education: Easy serial debugging access
๐ญ Industrial Applications
Remote Monitoring: USB cellular modems, GPS modules
Data Acquisition: Multiple USB measurement devices
Process Control: USB-connected industrial interfaces
Package Includes:
1x USB HUB HAT
1x USB cable