DiP-Pi Universal Advanced Case for Pico

The DiP-Pi Universal Advanced is a case + add-on board set for your Raspberry Pi Pico (not included), an easy and convenient way to create and house an advanced Pico project whilst also having the ability to attach other Pico add-on boards on top!

The set includes a black aluminium profile enclosure with clear plastic top and laser-cut acrylic side panels which give access to your Pico’s Micro-USB port, and a custom add-on board that your Pico slots into, which includes:

• Two low-voltage relays
• 1-wire interface
• Grove interface
• +/-12V RS232 double driver 6-pin interface header
• Two LEDs (one green, one red)
• Embedded buzzer
• Light sensor interface (sensor not included)

The custom add-on board offers a wide range of functionality applicable to many projects. The relay contacts are rated 1A 30VDC (2A max), whilst the 1-wire and Grove interfaces allow the convenient adding of sensors and other devices. There’s also a 12V RS232 double-driver interface! With all these features, combined with the feedback of the onboard LEDs and buzzer, you have everything you need for a complete project!

The transparent top cover allows you to see the add-on board LEDs, and provides light access if you decide to fit your own sensor to the interface pads. As the Pico’s pins are pushed through the PCB, you can also attach other Pico add-on boards as well, as long as the add-on has dimensions within 34mm wide x 100mm long.

DiP-Pi cases can be used as a stand-alone device or screwed to rails. Raspberry Pi Pico not included.

Simple Assembly – No Soldering Required!

Assembly of DiP-Pi cases is quick and easy:

• Fit your Pico to the PCB (no soldering required due to the grip-fit, however some applications may require soldering)
• Fit one acrylic end to the aluminium profile and secure with 4 screws
• Slide the correct end of the PCB through the case, with the little PCB ‘tongue’ sliding into the acrylic to hold it in place
• Line up the other acrylic end panel, ensuring the other PCB ‘tongue fits into the slot, then secure with 4 screws
• Slide the clear top cover into place

Features

• Case and add-on board set for the Raspberry Pi Pico
• Add-on board features
  • Two onboard 1A 30VDC relays (not for mains usage!)
  • Two user-programmable LEDs (green and red)
  • 1-wire interface
  • Light sensor interface (sensor not included)
  • Grove interface
  • Embedded buzzer
  • Grove interface header
  • +/-12V RS232 double driver 6-pin interface header
• Case features
  • Black aluminium profile case
  • Acrylic side panels
  • Clear top cover
  • Fixings included
  • Can be used standalone or rail mounted

Specifications

• Relay rating: 1A, 30VDC (not for mains usage!)
• Case dimensions (Length/Width/height): 57mm x 43mm x 30mm
• Pico HAT compatibility: Compatible with most Pico add-on boards with dimensions within 34mm wide x 100mm long
• Mounting type: Standalone or rail mounting
• Case colour: Black
• Top cover colour: Transparent

Package Contents

• 1x Custom Proto PCB for Pico
• 1x Aluminium profile enclosure
• 1x Transparent top cover
• 2x Acrylic side panels
• 8x screws
• Cut card (can be used for reassurance to avoid contact between PCB and metal case)

Raspberry Pi Pico not included

Resources

• Sample/Demo Software
• Schematic
• Relay datasheet
• 6-pin connector datasheet
• PCB top view
• PCB bottom view