Challenger+ RP2350 BConnect

The Challenger+ BConnect board is a Feather-compatible development board utilising the dual-core Cortex-M33/RISCV RP2350 MCU from Raspberry Pi (as seen on the Pico 2).

It is built around the RP2350 microcontroller, which has powerful processing capabilities and an extensive range of peripheral support, making it ideal for diverse projects. The dual BConnect connectors allow the simultaneous operation of Bi2C and BSerial peripherals, expanding the board's compatibility with a variety of devices based on the BConnect standard.

With 8MB Flash memory and 8MB RAM, this board offers substantial storage and memory capacity, perfect for tackling complex projects and handling large datasets with ease. The decent memory allocation makes sure that even sophisticated and data-rich projects can be managed effectively.

The board has a versatile array of peripherals, including USB, GPIOs, ADCs, DACs, PWM, SPI, I2C, UART, PIO, and more. This wide range of connectivity options allows for easy integration with various sensors, actuators, and modules, offering the flexibility to bring your different projects to life and experiment a little.

The USB Type-C connector on the board provides both power and data transfer. Additionally, if a LiPo battery is connected, it will charge automatically when the USB cable is plugged in.

Features

• Powered by RP2350 MCU: At the heart of the Challenger+ RP2350 BConnect board lies the RP2350, a new powerful microcontroller from Raspberry Pi. With its advanced architecture, enhanced processing capabilities, and robust peripheral support, the RP2350 is designed to deliver exceptional performance for a wide range of applications.
• 8MB Flash and 8MB RAM: The Challenger+ RP2350 BConnect board is equipped with an impressive 8MByte Flash memory and 8MByte RAM, providing ample storage and memory for complex applications and large datasets. This substantial memory capacity enables the development of more sophisticated and data-intensive projects without compromise.
• Rich Peripheral Set: Equipped with a comprehensive set of peripherals such as USB, GPIOs, ADCs, DACs, PWM, SPI, I2C, UART, PIO and a heck of a lot more the Challenger+ RP2350 BConnect board provides the flexibility needed to interface with numerous sensors, actuators, and modules.
• High Performance and Efficiency: Leveraging the RP2350’s high clock speed, low power consumption, and advanced power management features, the BConnect Board ensures optimal performance while maintaining energy efficiency, making it suitable for both high-performance and battery-powered applications.
• User-Friendly Development Environment: The Challenger+ RP2350 BConnect Board is fully compatible with popular development tools and environments, including the Raspberry Pi Pico SDK, MicroPython, and Arduino IDE. This allows for a smooth and intuitive development experience, reducing time to market and accelerating project development.
• Compact and Robust Design: Featuring a compact form factor and robust construction, the Challenger+ RP2350 BConnect board is designed to withstand the rigours of both development and deployment. Its durable build ensures reliable operation in various environmental conditions.
• Raspberry Pi compatible SWD debug connector for easy connection to the picoprobe. On this board, this connector is located on the bottom side of the board.

Specifications

Resources

• Datasheet
• Schematic
• BConnect fact sheet

Pinout

Package Contents

• 1x Challenger+ RP2350 BConnect
• 2x Header strips