- Thu Sep 01, 2011 12:37 pm
#132785
With so many peripherals (XBee, Ethernet, sensors, and the like) available in only 3.3v, how about a Mega version that runs at 3.3v? I use the Pro Mini (3.3v) now for my projects, but often run out of ports. Also, the 3.3v regulator in the Pro Mini is under-powered.
In fact, I'd argue to make 3.3v the standard voltage for Arduino, but it's probably too late for that . It's beyond me why the original design used 5v. I'd like to see all of the standard boards offered in 3.3v form. How about starting a new product range called "Arduino3" with of course 3.3v as the operating voltage? Then you could have the "Arduino3 Uno", etc.
Anyone else feel that 5v is just so yesterday?
In fact, I'd argue to make 3.3v the standard voltage for Arduino, but it's probably too late for that . It's beyond me why the original design used 5v. I'd like to see all of the standard boards offered in 3.3v form. How about starting a new product range called "Arduino3" with of course 3.3v as the operating voltage? Then you could have the "Arduino3 Uno", etc.
Anyone else feel that 5v is just so yesterday?