Description
The LilyPad ATmega328P Arduino Board is the industry standard for “soft electronics.” Unlike traditional bulky circuit boards, this innovative device is round, flat, and designed to be integrated directly into clothing and fabrics. If you are a fashion designer, student, or hobbyist in Rwanda looking to create light-up costumes, smart bags, or interactive accessories, the LilyPad ATmega328P Arduino Board is the essential building block for your project.
Designed to be Sewn
What sets the LilyPad ATmega328P Arduino Board apart is its brilliant physical design. It does not use standard pin headers. Instead, it features large, rounded connecting pads around its outer edge. These pads are specifically sized to accept conductive thread, allowing you to “wire” your circuit by sewing connections to other LilyPad components like LEDs, buzzers, and light sensors. The board is even washable—simply remove the battery and hand-wash your garment with mild soap.
LilyPad ATmega328P Arduino Board Technical Power in a Small Package
Despite its artistic appearance, the LilyPad Board packs the same processing power as older versions of the standard Arduino Uno.
- Microcontroller: It uses the ATmega328P running at 8 MHz.
- Input Voltage: It uses low voltages (2.7V to 5.5V), making it perfect for lightweight 3.7V Lithium Polymer (LiPo) batteries.
- Input/Output: You get 14 digital I/O pins (with 6 PWM channels for dimming LEDs) and 6 analog inputs for reading sensors.
Programming the Board To keep the board flat and lightweight, the LilyPad Board does not have a bulky USB connector. To program it, you will need an external FTDI Basic Breakout board or a similar USB-to-Serial adapter. You simply connect the FTDI tool to the 6-pin header on the LilyPad, write your code in the standard Arduino IDE, and upload it just like any other board.
Safe and Creative Learning
This LilyPad Board was developed to bridge the gap between technology and textiles. It is an excellent educational tool for teaching electronics without the intimidation of soldering irons and breadboards. Its low voltage requirement also makes it very safe for students to wear and experiment with.
Start Your Wearable Project
Transform your wardrobe with technology. Buy the LilyPad ATmega328P Arduino Board from Faranux Electronics today and start stitching your own smart circuits.
Resources
Package Includes: 1 Pcs LilyPad 328P Main Board
