Andy Roid
USA
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Can I apply my 7.2vdc power to the D0 port to power up my Io Tiny instead of using the power port plug? My load is 3 micro servos (using a 5vdc converter attached from the ports D1 thru D3).
Obviously I mean the two power pins,,
It's not the intended way, but powering by a digital port will work.
Thank Dj. I didn't want to remove the plug and solder in wiring. I will post the project so you can see why.
@Andy Roid
You don't have to remove the barrel plug socket... just flip the board over and solder wires directly to the barrel plug posts... That's what I have done...Hi Richard, I had a cable already made that has a switch and battery connector installed. It is already installed in the project. I am just being lazy.
It is good to know that the buss can be used if necessary. I assume light loads only.
Damm Richard, That's a great idea. I never thought of just leaving the barrel connector and soldering on to the pins. Times like this is when I realize that sometimes my OCD gets the better of me. Knock, Knock, Knock Penny. lol :P
@Andy Roid
The IoTiny can still handle decent loads when powered as you suggested. Please keep in mind that you are bypassing the polarity protection so make 100% sure your red power wire goes to the digital port red power connection and black to black and all will be good ;)
Hi Jeremie,
I was concerned about something like that. I assumed the buss bypassed something in the regulation of power for the IoTiny.
I've been busy, so the project has been on hold. I hope to post it soon.
Thanks for the info.