{"product_id":"52pi-level-shift-shield-for-arduino-uno-q-iic-i2c-level-converter-3-3v-5v-bi-directional-shifter-module","title":"52Pi Level-Shift Shield for Arduino UNO Q, IIC I2C Level Converter 3.3V-5V Bi-Directional Shifter Module","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/478P3_-Rlv0\" title=\"Make Arduino UNO Q Expansion Easier with 52Pi Level-Shifting Shield\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Description]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Level-Shift Shield for Arduino UNO Q is a bidirectional level translation shield purpose-built for the Arduino UNO Q platform. Featuring a standard Shield plug-and-play form factor, it stacks directly onto the mainboard. The core employs the Texas Instruments (TI) TXS0108EPWR auto-direction sensing bidirectional voltage-level translator. This shield is intended for bidirectional level translation between the Arduino UNO Q's 3.3V IO and 5V devices\/modules, suitable for interfacing with 5V sensors, communication modules (such as I2C, SPI, and UART devices), and other GPIO peripherals, helping reduce risks of communication failures and device damage caused by logic level mismatches under recommended conditions. Special Design: The board features a rectangular central cutout positioned above the Arduino UNO Q onboard LED Matrix, preserving visibility of LED status indicators during Shield operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT NOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not connect 5V signal lines to VIN, AREF, IOREF, BOOT, or GND — these pins are direct pass-through to the Arduino UNO Q (Green color headers). Incorrect wiring may permanently damage or destroy the Arduino UNO Q. Please exercise extreme caution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Features]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eStandard Arduino UNO Q Shield form factor, stacks directly with zero additional wiring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRectangular central cutout preserves visibility of Arduino UNO Q mainboard LED Matrix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e8-bit parallel conversion with fully independent per-channel operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSupports Partial Power-Down mode with automatic high-impedance I\/O state\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eColor-coded headers (red\/yellow\/blue\/black\/white) for quick identification and wiring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9878\/5176\/files\/EP-0257-A__01.jpg?v=1779950544\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9878\/5176\/files\/EP-0257-A__02.jpg?v=1779950544\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9878\/5176\/files\/EP-0257-A__03.jpg?v=1779950545\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9878\/5176\/files\/EP-0257-A__04.jpg?v=1779950544\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9878\/5176\/files\/EP-0257-A__06.jpg?v=1779950545\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Installation Guide]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan id=\"Step_1:_Pre-Installation_Check\" class=\"mw-headline\"\u003eStep 1: Pre-Installation Check\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBefore installing the Level-Shift Shield, verify the following:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the Arduino UNO Q mainboard is powered off and disconnected from USB or external power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm all pins on the Shield are straight and properly aligned—no bent pins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck that the central cutout orientation matches the LED Matrix position on the Arduino UNO Q.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan id=\"Step_2:_Physical_Installation\" class=\"mw-headline\"\u003eStep 2: Physical Installation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlign the Shield's female headers with the male pin headers on the Arduino UNO Q.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe USB connector side of the Shield faces the same direction as the Arduino UNO Q USB port.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGently press the Shield down evenly until all pins are fully seated and the boards are parallel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe central cutout should sit directly above the LED Matrix with no obstruction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9878\/5176\/files\/EP-0257-A__05.jpg?v=1779950544\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[52Pi Wiki]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wiki.52pi.com\/index.php?title=EP-0257\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eEP-0257 - 52Pi Wiki\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"52Pi Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49174190588056,"sku":"EP-0257","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9878\/5176\/files\/EP-0257-01.jpg?v=1779950397","url":"https:\/\/52pi.com\/products\/52pi-level-shift-shield-for-arduino-uno-q-iic-i2c-level-converter-3-3v-5v-bi-directional-shifter-module","provider":"52Pi Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}