Arduino USB Host Shield – Expand Your Arduino’s USB Capabilities

The Arduino USB Host Shield is an essential expansion board that enables USB functionality on your Arduino. With this shield, you can connect a wide range of USB devices, including mice, keyboards, flash drives, Bluetooth dongles, game controllers, smartphones, and more. It is perfect for applications such as robotics, automation, data logging, and human interface devices (HID).

Designed for seamless compatibility with Arduino Uno, Mega 2560, and Leonardo, this shield provides a standard USB-A female port and communicates with the Arduino using the SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) protocol. It is fully supported by open-source libraries, making it easy to develop and integrate into various projects.

Key Features & Benefits

✅ Adds USB Host Functionality to Arduino – Enables communication with USB devices like mice, keyboards, flash drives, and more.

✅ Supports USB HID Devices – Ideal for integrating game controllers, barcode scanners, and other input peripherals.

✅ Compatible with Multiple Arduino Boards – Works with Arduino Uno, Mega 2560, and Leonardo.

✅ Onboard 3.3V Regulator – Provides stable 3.3V power for USB devices, ensuring compatibility.

✅ SPI Communication Interface – Uses SPI protocol for efficient data transfer between the Arduino and USB devices.

✅ Open-Source Libraries – Supported by extensive Arduino libraries, including the USB Host Shield 2.0 Library.

✅ Ideal for Robotics, Automation, & Data Logging – Perfect for projects requiring USB device control, keyboard emulation, and USB data handling.

✅ Easy to Install & Use – Simple plug-and-play design with Arduino-compatible pin headers.

Technical Specifications

• Operating Voltage: 5V (from Arduino)
• USB Interface: USB-A female port
• Communication Protocol: SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface)
• USB Controller Chip: MAX3421E
• Power Supply: Built-in 3.3V voltage regulator
• Compatibility: Arduino Uno, Mega 2560, Leonardo
• Library Support: USB Host Shield 2.0

Applications of the Arduino USB Host Shield

✔️ USB Keyboard & Mouse Control – Connect HID devices for custom input solutions.
✔️ USB Game Controller Integration – Use PlayStation, Xbox, or other game controllers in Arduino projects.
✔️ Data Logging & Storage – Read and write data from USB flash drives.
✔️ Robotics & Automation – Integrate USB sensors and controllers into robotic systems.
✔️ Barcode Scanning & RFID Applications – Connect barcode scanners for inventory and tracking.
✔️ IoT & Smart Devices – Use USB wireless dongles for networking solutions.

Why Choose the Arduino USB Host Shield?

✅ Enables advanced USB-based Arduino projects
✅ Compatible with popular open-source libraries
✅ Expands Arduino’s functionality without complex modifications
✅ Ideal for makers, engineers, and students

Package Includes:

✔ 1 × Arduino USB Host Shield