Accessories

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
3687 Adafruit	SD CARD EXTENDER - 68CM LONG CAB	58
EQ-SFM-MAX-V1.3 Equinox Technologies	MODULE FOR PPM3-MK2 I/O DRIVER	0
CVMT1 TechTools	EXECUTION TIMING MODULE MATHIAS	0
FAB8020785 Flex Power Modules	USB-PMBUS ADAPTER	7
103990443 Seeed	EMMC MODULE ADAPTER FOR ROCK PI	14
PCM16XP1 Roving Networks / Microchip Technology	MODULE PROC PIC16F627,628	1
2337 Adafruit	BRASS M2.5 STANDOFFS 16MM TALL -	0
240-012-18 Digilent, Inc.	6-PIN CABLE 18INCH	0
DSPB371DB1E NXP Semiconductors	DAUGHTER CARD B 56371	0
PCM16XQ1 Roving Networks / Microchip Technology	PROCESSOR MODULE PIC16C745,765	1
TWR-PROTO NXP Semiconductors	TOWER SYSTEM PROTO	12
M30291T-EPB-HP Renesas Electronics America	EMULATOR PERSONALITY KIT M16C/28	1
DFR0304 DFRobot	BLE WIRELESS GAMEPAD V2	0
MA300014 Roving Networks / Microchip Technology	MODULE DSPIC30F SAMPLE 80QFP	5
ATICE50MEM Roving Networks / Microchip Technology	ICE50 EXTENSION MEMORY CARD	4
CYUSB3ACC-005 Cypress Semiconductor	XILINX FMC TO EZ-USB FX3 BOARD	42
XA-SK-E100 XMOS	10/100 ETHERNET SLICE CARD	0
MA330039 Roving Networks / Microchip Technology	DSPIC33CH128MP508 PLUG-IN MODULE	4
CVM871M TechTools	MEMBER MODULE PIC16F870/F871	1
CAPTIVATE-ISO Texas Instruments	CAPTIVATE ISOLATOR	413

Accessories

1. Overview

Development board accessories are essential components that extend the functionality of microcontroller/processor development platforms. These accessories include interface cables, power modules, sensor modules, expansion boards, and debugging tools that enable rapid prototyping and system integration. As core enablers for embedded system development, IoT prototyping, and industrial automation, these accessories significantly reduce development time while improving hardware compatibility and measurement accuracy.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
Interface Cables	High-speed data transfer, hot-plugging support	USB-UART converters, HDMI breakout cables
Power Modules	Regulated voltage output, battery management	Lipo battery packs, DC-DC converters
Sensor Modules	Digital/analog signal acquisition, calibration-free	Temperature/humidity sensors, IMUs
Expansion Boards	Peripheral interface extension, protocol conversion	Motor drivers, LoRaWAN shields
Debugging Tools	Real-time tracing, voltage measurement	JTAG probes, logic analyzers

3. Structure and Composition

Typical accessories feature: - Hardware Shell: Flame-retardant ABS or CNC-machined aluminum for mechanical protection - Interface Circuits: Level shifters and ESD protection components - Communication Modules: SPI/I2C/UART protocol converters - Power Conditioning: Voltage regulators and current limiting circuits - Mechanical Components: Mounting brackets and anti-vibration pads

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Description
Interface Compatibility	Supports USB 3.0, SPI up to 10MHz, I2C 400kHz
Power Handling	1.8V-24V input range, 5A max current
Signal Integrity	12-bit ADC resolution (0.01% error), 1ns jitter
Environmental Rating	Operating temp: -40 C to +85 C, IP54 dust/water resistance
EMC Compliance	FCC Part 15 Class B, CE EN55032

5. Application Fields

IoT Development: Smart home sensor nodes
Industrial Automation: PLC expansion modules
Consumer Electronics: Prototype gaming controllers
Education: Robotics training platforms
Medical Devices: Portable diagnostic equipment

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Products
Arduino	Arduino MKR Shield, Nano I/O Breakout
Raspberry Pi	Pico W Expansion Board, HAT+ Prototyping
STMicroelectronics	ST-Link/V2 Debugger, X-NUCLEO Expansion
Texas Instruments	LaunchPad SensorHub, BoosterPack MKII

7. Selection Guide

Key considerations: - Project requirements: Match sensor types and communication protocols - Compatibility: Verify voltage levels and physical dimensions - Expandability: Check available GPIO and bus interfaces - Cost-effectiveness: Balance performance vs. budget - Environmental factors: Temperature range and vibration resistance - Support ecosystem: Availability of libraries and community resources

8. Industry Trends

Emerging trends include: - Wireless integration (Bluetooth/WiFi 6 modules) - AI-enabled sensor fusion algorithms - Modular system-in-package (SiP) designs - Open-source hardware standardization - Energy-harvesting power solutions - Increased adoption of 2.54mm standardization