Pimoroni Automation Hat
Best reliable controller for home automation enthusiasts seeking simple hardware integration.
This board bridges the gap between hobbyist tinkering and serious industrial control. By packing relays, analog inputs, and a status display into a single, solder-free package, it simplifies complex home automation projects. You sacrifice the granular flexibility of custom wiring, but you gain a robust, reliable system that works right out of the box.
$26.10
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Electromaker
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Who it's for
- Makers building complex smart home systems with multiple sensor types
- Hobbyists prioritizing hardware safety during experimental circuit prototyping
- Beginner programmers seeking a straightforward path to hardware automation
Who should skip it
- Advanced users needing to switch high-wattage mains electricity safely
- Developers requiring multiple stacked HATs for specialized project requirements
- Engineers deploying projects in electrically noisy or industrial settings
Performance breakdown
Industrial Compatibility
24V-tolerant inputs and outputs handle real-world home automation hardware with ease.
Setup Simplicity
Fully assembled design eliminates soldering, making deployment fast and frustration-free.
Software Integration
Dedicated Python library streamlines programming and reduces complex coding overhead.
Monitoring Capability
Integrated color display provides immediate, clear status updates on system health.
Form Factor
Compact footprint fits perfectly atop any standard 40-pin Raspberry Pi.
Control Versatility
Relay and analog inputs offer robust options for diverse automation tasks.
Key Specs
Dimensions
65mm x 30mm x 16.8mm
Display
0.96-inch full-color IPS LCD (160x80)
Operating Voltage
24.0 Volts
GPIO Pin Count
40
Analog Input Count
3
Relay
1 x 24V @ 2A (NC and NO terminals)
Buffered Inputs
3 x 24V tolerant
Sinking Outputs
3 x 24V tolerant (500mA total)
Connectivity Protocol
I2C
Compatibility
Raspberry Pi (40-pin header)
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