Product Overview
The Raspberry Pi 2 Model B represents a significant performance improvement over the first-generation Raspberry Pi and is well suited for more demanding Linux, educational, and embedded applications. Featuring a quad-core processor and 1 GB of memory, it provides a stable and widely adopted platform for development, prototyping, and technical education.
Technical Specifications
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Processor: Broadcom BCM2836, quad-core ARM Cortex-A7 (32-bit) at 900 MHz
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Graphics: VideoCore IV GPU
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Memory: 1 GB LPDDR2 SDRAM
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Networking: 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet (RJ45)
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Wireless: –
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USB Ports: 4 × USB 2.0
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Video Output: 1 × HDMI (full-size)
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Audio: 3.5 mm A/V jack (audio + composite video)
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Storage: microSD card slot
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Camera / Display: MIPI CSI camera connector, MIPI DSI display connector
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GPIO: 40-pin GPIO header
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Power Supply: micro-USB, 5V (up to 2A recommended, depending on USB peripherals)
Scope of Delivery
- 1 × Raspberry Pi 2 Model B
Notes
Operation requires a microSD card with an operating system and a suitable 5V power supply. Optional peripherals such as a case, cooling solution, keyboard, mouse, and monitor are not included. As no wireless connectivity is built in, networking is achieved via Ethernet or USB accessories.
Applications
Suitable for technical education environments, Linux-based development and test systems, embedded prototyping, control and automation tasks, networking applications, and long-term deployments relying on a stable and well-supported hardware platform.
Product safety information
Manufacturer information:
Raspberry Pi Ltd.
Cambridge Science Park, Milton Road 194
Cambridge, Vereinigtes Königreich, CB4 0AB
compliance@raspberrypi.com
https://www.raspberrypi.com
Responsible person:
Raspberry Pi Ireland Limited
Dublin Landings 3
North Wall Quay, Dublin 1, Irland, D01 C4E0
compliance@raspberrypi.com
https://www.raspberrypi.com
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Industry & Lifecycle Information
Lifecycle Status
Product status: Active
Market launch: February 2015
Product Change Notices (PCN)
Active PCNs: PCN 20 – Use of BCM2836 and BCM2837A1 SoC variants (1 June 2023)
Last known PCN: PCN 20 – Use of BCM2836 and BCM2837A1 SoC variants
Functional impact: Use of BCM2836 or BCM2837A1 SoC; no mechanical or electrical changes; performance and thermal characteristics comparable; supported from firmware version 2016
End-of-Life (EOL)
EOL notice published: Yes
Last Time Buy (LTB): still open
Last Shipment Date (LSD): planned until at least January 2026
Current assessment: Active product with announced EOL date
The Raspberry Pi 2 Model B has been used in numerous embedded, industrial and educational projects. Success stories provide insights into real-world applications and serve as inspiration for developing cost-efficient control and IoT systems.
Support and Information Channels
Official documentation
Central technical reference including datasheets, design guides and product documentation.
Raspberry Pi Forum for Industries
Platform for technical discussions, known limitations and application examples from industrial projects.
Datasheet
Technical detailed description of the Raspberry Pi 2 Model B.
Responsibility
The information in this document is based on the currently available data from the manufacturer Raspberry Pi. Regular review of lifecycle information is recommended, especially for series production projects.
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