Description
The CT-UNO R3 is a professional-grade, enhanced development platform designed to deliver superior stability and performance over the standard Arduino Uno R3 architecture. Engineered by Cytron, this board integrates the reliable SMD ATmega328P microcontroller with the rapid-loading Optiboot bootloader, ensuring a faster development cycle and seamless compatibility with the entire R3 shield ecosystem.
Built for industrial-grade prototyping, the CT-UNO features a robust power management system, providing a high-capacity 1A regulator for 5V output and a 500mA regulator for 3.3V, significantly exceeding standard power-delivery limits. With its optimized PCB layout—featuring edge-mounted status LEDs for easier visibility in enclosed systems and a durable USB Micro-B interface—this board is the ideal choice for developers who require a dependable, R3-compatible foundation for complex automation, sensor-fusion, and mechatronic control projects.
Note: Product images are for reference only. Ensure input voltage via the DC jack remains within the 7V to 15V range for optimal regulator performance.
Key Features
- Enhanced Power Management: High-output 5V (1A) and 3.3V (500mA) voltage regulators support more power-hungry peripheral modules than standard Uno boards.
- R3 Shield Compatibility: Full pin-out mapping—including SDA, SCL, and IOREF—ensures perfect integration with all professional-grade Arduino shields.
- Optimized Physical Layout: Status LEDs (TX, RX, Power, Pin 13) are moved to the board edges for immediate diagnostic feedback, even when stacked with other hardware.
- Industrial-Grade Microcontroller: SMD ATmega328P architecture with Optiboot bootloader provides a stable, professional-grade processing core.
- Versatile Connectivity: Includes 14 Digital I/O (6 PWM), 6 Analog Inputs, SPI, I2C, and UART interfaces for extensive system interaction.
- Robust Durability: White PCB design with high-quality components designed for reliable long-term performance in engineering environments.
Benefits
- Reliability: The enhanced power section prevents system resets during high-load operations, critical for field-deployed automation.
- Faster Development: Optiboot support ensures quicker code uploads, while edge-mounted diagnostics simplify debugging during the prototyping phase.
- Project Scalability: The high current capacity allows for more complex sensor arrays and auxiliary modules to be powered directly from the board.
- Standardized Integration: Perfect adherence to the R3 form factor eliminates compatibility issues with industrial expansion boards and standard enclosures.
Applications
- Industrial Automation: Centralized controller for small-scale robotic systems, automated test benches, and monitoring rigs.
- Precision Mechatronics: Reliable core for validating control algorithms in actuators, sensors, and modular robotic systems.
- System Prototyping: A dependable, robust foundation for developing complex embedded control systems in academic or commercial research.
- Embedded IoT: Ideal for building intelligent controllers, data-acquisition platforms, and sensor-rich automated environments.
Package Includes
- 1 x CT-UNO R3 Development Board (Arduino Compatible)
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Item Type | Development Board |
| Microcontroller | SMD ATmega328P |
| Input Voltage | 7V to 15V DC |
| Max Current (5V) | 1A |
| Max Current (3.3V) | 500mA |
| Clock Speed | 16 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 32 KB |
| I/O Ports | 14 Digital (6 PWM), 6 Analog |
| Connectivity | USB Micro-B |
