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RPILink

Raspberry Pi Basic Adapter


A basic Raspberry Pi adapter that adds a DUELink Downlink to any Pi model including Pi Zero — the simpler, lower-cost sibling to DuePi (no OLED, no buttons, no buzzer). The top half plugs into the standard 40-pin RPi header; the bottom Holey section is a 5 mm-pitch grid that can mount DUELink modules directly, and is breakable for Pi Zero builds.

Power for chained modules comes from the Pi's internal regulators — fine for a few sensors and lights.

Common uses: minimal Pi-to-DUELink projects, classroom labs, low-budget builds, headless data-logging dongles, and anywhere you want JST Downlink on a Pi without paying for HAT-level peripherals.

tip

For heavier loads, add Power Inject to your chain so relays, motors, or display modules don't pull through the Pi's rails.

Key features

• Attaches to Raspberry Pi or Pi Zero Header
• UART and I2C Downlink connectors
• Breakaway "Holey" Section
• RPI pinout pads
• 65x37mm Overall Dimension

Resources

📄 Schematics
🔩 3D STEP file

🌿 Cables not included

Modules ship without cables to reduce waste. Some specialty boards include a USB cable; for the rest, see Cables to add cables to your order.

Ordering Info

ProductPart NumberPrice
DUELink RPILinkGDL-ADRPILINK-A$5.95