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Raspberry Pi Ribbon Cable

 

Raspberry Pi ribbon cables are commonly used to connect the P1 socket of the Raspberry Pi to a breadboard. These cables are particularly valuable because their individual wires can be easily connected to almost any header pin on the Raspberry Pi board when separated. Regardless of the Raspberry Pi version, as long as the header pin is accessible, the cable will function seamlessly.

  • 1.27MM, 2MM, 2.54MM pitch connector
  • Grey/rainbow wires
  • LOW MOQ 50pcs accepted
  • The prototype is available, lead time: 1-3 days
  • Suitable for automatic crimping
  • Sample available
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  • Rainbow flat cable: IDC 40pin male to female ribbon cables kit flat GPIO cable
  • Length: about 20 cm / 8 inch
  • Material: High-quantity copper soft wire material for safe and durable
  • Easy assembly: The cables can be separated to form an assembly wire to support non-standard odd-spaced headers to complete other tests
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Using Raspberry Ribbon Cable

In recent years, the popularity of the Raspberry Pi ribbon cable has established the Linux box as a reliable device for various video games and media applications. It serves as an essential networking tool at an affordable price. Unfortunately, many users tend to utilize the Pi GPIO cable without fully understanding the functions of the pins on the device.

Raspberry Pi Ribbon Cable Functions
Given that this compact device can perform nearly all the functions of a desktop computer, it has empowered people of all ages to explore a variety of activities, including programming, electronics projects, gaming, multimedia applications, and even robotics.
  • Entertainment (such as playing HD video and playing games)
  • Electronics projects ( home and engineering)

The Raspberry Pi comes in various versions, each equipped with a GPIO header, including the 40-pin cable. These headers feature pins that enable the Pi to perform its functions, yet many users remain unaware of their specific roles and capabilities.

The acronym GPIO stands for General Purpose Input/Output, referring to the cables that house these pins. These input and output pins serve a pivotal role in powering the Raspberry Pi. Additionally, the cable facilitates seamless transmission and reception of control signals. The GPIO pin ribbon cable signals can be classified as high or low adaptation, with some pins serving specialized purposes.
Depending on your Pi model, you'll find either the Raspberry Pi 40-pin cable or the Raspberry Pi 4 GPIO cable connected to the GPIO header. When working with these, utilizing a breadboard is highly recommended.
The GPIO board extension simplifies connections to the GPIO header by employing a ribbon cable, which ensures direct contact of the cable's pins within the breadboard through a clearly labeled approach.
Employing a GPIO ribbon cable for the Raspberry Pi 4 fosters a robust connection between the Raspberry Pi socket and a headboard. One end of the cable fits snugly into the GPIO, while the opposite end securely attaches to the breadboard. The General-Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) ribbon cable extends the Raspberry Pi's 40-pin cable port, typically featuring a standard length of 20 cm and a pin pitch of 2.54 mm (0.1-inch).

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