What is Grove? - A modular system of standardised cables and modules
Grove is a standard interface for sensors, control boards and other components. It has been developed by Seeed Studio to simplify prototyping and product development. The Grove ecosystem consists of a wide range of modules that connect with standardised 4-pin cables. This eliminates the need for soldering and manual jumper wiring during development.
Connection cables:
Grove uses a 4-pin connector with the following signals:
- GND: Ground
- VCC: Power supply (typically 3.3V or 5V depending on system)
- SDA/SIG: Data or signal line
- SCL/NC: Clock or secondary signal (depending on protocol)
Depending on the module type, different communication protocols are used:
- Digital (GPIO): For example for switches, relays or LED modules
- Analogue (GPIO): For example for potentiometers or sensors with analogue output
- I²C: For sensors with addressable communication
- UART: For serial devices like GPS or Bluetooth modules
Advantages:
- Rapid prototyping: No soldering or manual wiring required
- Standardised connection: Reduces the risk of misconnection
- Large ecosystem: With a wide range of modules for sensors, actuators, audio, video, communication, etc.
- Broad support: Compatible with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32 and more
Typical uses:
- Education in electronics and programming, e.g. in schools and technical training programmes
- Rapid proof-of-concept projects
- Field prototypes for IoT, automation, vending machines and metrology applications
- Modular integration in end products where future reconfiguration may be required
Integration with microcontrollers:
The Grove ecosystem can be easily integrated with Arduino, ESP32 or Raspberry Pi via Base Shields or carrier boards that convert to standard Grove connectors. Grove (I²C) adapter cables are also available to enable interaction with the Qwiic ecosystem.
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Connection cable Grove 4-pin 200mm
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Connection cable Grove 4-pin 50mm - 5pcs
Connection cable Grove 4-pin to dupont female - 5pcs
Connection cable Grove 4-pin to dupont female 200mm
Jumper wires Grove - open end 100mm
What is Grove? - A modular system of standardised cables and modules
Grove is a standard interface for sensors, control boards and other components. It has been developed by Seeed Studio to simplify prototyping and product development. The Grove ecosystem consists of a wide range of modules that connect with standardised 4-pin cables. This eliminates the need for soldering and manual jumper wiring during development.
Connection cables:
Grove uses a 4-pin connector with the following signals:
- GND: Ground
- VCC: Power supply (typically 3.3V or 5V depending on system)
- SDA/SIG: Data or signal line
- SCL/NC: Clock or secondary signal (depending on protocol)
Depending on the module type, different communication protocols are used:
- Digital (GPIO): For example for switches, relays or LED modules
- Analogue (GPIO): For example for potentiometers or sensors with analogue output
- I²C: For sensors with addressable communication
- UART: For serial devices like GPS or Bluetooth modules
Advantages:
- Rapid prototyping: No soldering or manual wiring required
- Standardised connection: Reduces the risk of misconnection
- Large ecosystem: With a wide range of modules for sensors, actuators, audio, video, communication, etc.
- Broad support: Compatible with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32 and more
Typical uses:
- Education in electronics and programming, e.g. in schools and technical training programmes
- Rapid proof-of-concept projects
- Field prototypes for IoT, automation, vending machines and metrology applications
- Modular integration in end products where future reconfiguration may be required
Integration with microcontrollers:
The Grove ecosystem can be easily integrated with Arduino, ESP32 or Raspberry Pi via Base Shields or carrier boards that convert to standard Grove connectors. Grove (I²C) adapter cables are also available to enable interaction with the Qwiic ecosystem.