Product Overview
The Raspberry Pi 3 Model A+ is a compact and versatile single-board computer featuring a modern 64-bit architecture with integrated dual-band wireless LAN and Bluetooth 4.2. Sharing the same form factor as the classic Model A+, it delivers increased performance and built-in connectivity, making it suitable for more demanding embedded and automation applications.
Technical Specifications
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Processor: Broadcom BCM2837B0, quad-core 64-bit Cortex-A53 SoC @ 1.4 GHz
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Graphics: VideoCore IV GPU
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Memory: 512 MB LPDDR2 SDRAM
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Networking: –
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Wireless: Dual-band WLAN 802.11 b/g/n/ac (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz), Bluetooth 4.2 / BLE
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USB Ports: 1 × USB 2.0
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Video Output: 1 × HDMI Type A
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Audio: 4-pole audio/composite jack
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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: 5 V DC, up to 2.5 A via micro-USB or GPIO
Scope of Delivery
- 1 × Raspberry Pi 3 Model A+ (512 MB)
Notes
Operation requires a microSD card with an operating system and a suitable power supply. Optional peripherals such as a case, cooling solution, keyboard, mouse, and monitor are not included. Using an up-to-date operating system image is recommended to ensure full wireless and driver support.
Applications
The Raspberry Pi 3 Model A+ is suitable for professional embedded and automation projects, connected IoT applications, technical education environments, prototyping, and compact edge computing solutions with low power consumption and minimal space requirements.
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
Industry & Lifecycle Information
Lifecycle Status
Product status: Active
Market launch: November 2018
Product Change Notices (PCN)
Active PCNs: PCN – Raspberry Pi 3A+ Revision 2 PCB (1 March 2023)
Last known PCN: Raspberry Pi 3A+ Revision 2 PCB
Functional impact: Change to new DA9090 PMIC; PCB revision from R1 to R2; supported from firmware version April 2023; no significant form-fit-function changes
End-of-Life (EOL)
EOL notice published: Yes
Last Time Buy (LTB): still open
Last Shipment Date (LSD): planned until January 2030
Current assessment: Active product with announced EOL date
The Raspberry Pi 3 Model A+ is used in numerous embedded, IoT and educational projects due to its compact form factor and integrated Wi-Fi/Bluetooth interfaces. Success stories provide insights into real-world applications and serve as inspiration for developing compact and energy-efficient designs.
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 3 Model A+.
If questions remain unresolved...
Astradis Elektronik contact form
Direct contact as an Approved Reseller of Raspberry Pi for application-related enquiries and project evaluations in industrial environments.
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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