SPIDER Automation Pratham 1.0 Development Board | Arduino Nano Development Board | Robotics Prototyping & Motor Control Platform
Description
The SPIDER Automation Pratham 1.0, designed and developed by GreyRobotics, is an ideal development board for the Arduino Nano platform. It is engineered to help beginners bypass complex breadboard wiring while offering advanced features that experienced developers can leverage for full-scale robotics projects.
Featuring an integrated L293D motor driver chipset, onboard power regulation, and a complete suite of standard peripherals—such as programmable LEDs, tactile switches, an audio buzzer, and direct LCD connectivity—Pratham 1.0 provides a robust, plug-and-play testing ground for learning coding, building line followers, and developing obstacle-avoiding robots.
Key Features
- Arduino Nano Compatibility: Direct plug-in slot built specifically for standard Arduino Nano microcontroller boards.
- Integrated L293D Driver: Onboard motor driver chipset capable of driving 2 bi-directional DC motors and 2 servo motors simultaneously.
- Comprehensive Onboard Peripherals: Includes 2 user programmable LEDs, 2 programmable push switches, an audio output buzzer, and an LCD header.
- Dedicated Sensor Expansion: Pin headers provided for direct connection of line follower sensor arrays (up to 6 sensors) and SHARP obstacle sensors.
- Robust Power Architecture: Equipped with an onboard DC jack, battery terminal, power switch, status LED, and stable voltage regulator.
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Full Pin Breakout: Complete breakout of Arduino Nano pins alongside I2C communication lines and 5V/GND power output rails.
Benefits
- Eliminates Breadboard Clutter: Pre-wired peripherals allow users to start blinking LEDs, driving motors, and reading sensors instantly without loose jumper wires.
- Accelerates Robotics Learning: Perfect starter platform for building automated mobile robots like line followers and maze solvers.
- Safe & Regulated Power: Built-in voltage regulation and wide input range (9-18V) protect connected components from voltage spikes.
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Modular Expandability: Supports optional board expansion using various compatible hardware shields.
Applications
- Educational Robotics Labs: Teaching students microcontroller programming, sensor interfacing, and motor control fundamentals.
- Line Following Robots: Direct plug-in support for multi-sensor line tracking arrays for competitive robotics.
- Obstacle Detection Rovers: Interfacing SHARP distance sensors to build autonomous navigation and obstacle-avoidance robots.
- Interactive Sensor Test Benches: Prototyping projects requiring real-time LCD readouts, audio feedback, and manual switch inputs.
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General Embedded Development: Evaluating firmware algorithms and sensor telemetry in a compact, self-contained layout.
Package Inclusions
- 1 x SPIDER Automation PRATHAM 1.0 Arduino Nano Development Board
Technical Specifications
| Item Type | Arduino Nano Prototyping & Robotics Development Board |
| Brand / Series | SPIDER Automation (Pratham 1.0 / GreyRobotics Compatible) |
| Microcontroller Compatibility | Arduino Nano Board (Direct Plug-in) |
| Supply Voltage Range | 9V to 18V DC |
| Current Consumption | 800 mA (With Load) / 100 mA (On Standby) |
| Output / Input Logic Level | Output: +5V DC | Input: +3.3V to +5.0V DC |
| Onboard Motor Driver | L293D Chipset (Supports 2 Bi-directional DC Motors & 2 Servo Motors) |
| Digital & Analog I/O | 5 Digital I/O, 2 Analog Input (Convertible to 2 Digital I/O) |
| Communication & Peripherals | I2C Pins, LCD 16×2 Header, Buzzer, 2x LEDs, 2x Switches |
| Operating Temperature | -35 °C up to +80 °C |
| Board Physical Dimensions | 100 × 65 × 12 mm (L × W × H) |
| Net Board Weight | 50 g |
| Shipping Weight | 0.06 kg |
| Shipping Dimensions | 12 × 8 × 3 cm |