Pimoroni Pan-Tilt HAT for Raspberry Pi
Best motion-control add-on for Raspberry Pi robotics enthusiasts.
This is the ultimate shortcut for turning a Raspberry Pi into a responsive, motorized eye or camera rig. By offloading complex servo and LED management to an onboard controller, it removes the headache of wiring while keeping your project compact and ready to move.
$18.69
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Who it's for
- Makers seeking a quick, solder-free Raspberry Pi setup
- Novice coders needing accessible, well-documented motor control
- Project builders requiring compact, camera-ready motion control
Who should skip it
- Users planning to stack multiple hardware expansion boards
- Engineers needing a stable power source for heavy-duty tasks
- Precision hobbyists requiring high-torque, jitter-free mechanical movement
Performance breakdown
Setup Simplicity
Solder-free assembly makes getting started incredibly fast and accessible.
Motion Precision
Dual-axis servos provide smooth, reliable movement for most hobbyist applications.
Software Integration
Python library support makes controlling complex movements feel intuitive and straightforward.
Cable Management
Integrated routing slots keep your project tidy and free of clutter.
Lighting Versatility
Flexible LED control options allow for creative and vibrant visual feedback.
Build Quality
Acrylic components are lightweight and functional, though require careful handling.
Key Specs
Pan-tilt module (180 degrees motion through each axis) with two servos
HAT with two servo channels, one PWM or NeoPixel RGB (or RGBW) LED channel
Right-angled header pre-soldered to underside of HAT for servo and LED channels
Slot to route servo, LED, and camera cables through
Acrylic mount to hold Pi camera and NeoPixel strip (with diffuser) in place
Compatible with Raspberry Pi 3, 2, B+, A+, and Zero
Unassembled HAT dimensions
65.0mm x 55.0mm x 8.0mm
Unassembled HAT weight
15.3g
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