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Wire Spool

7.5m of solid core 22 AWG wire in a variety of lively colours!

22 AWG is a great general thickness for project wire. It holds its shape when bent and is easy to solder.

Each spool comes with 7.5m of wire - enough for most projects, but small enough to throw into your kit box for transport.

12 customer reviews

a year ago
The Picade is an absolute gem for anyone diving into Raspberry Pi arcade projects. Having delved into my second unit, I leveraged an existing RP4 and found the assembly process remarkably smooth, thanks to the comprehensive and user-friendly instructions provided on Pimoroni's website. Remarkably, I didn't need to scour YouTube for tutorials. However, while this kit is fantastic, I'd caution potential buyers about one minor flaw: the Picade X hat's USB-C socket can loosen over time with use. Fear not, though—I ingeniously fixed this with a bit of Araldite glue once the issue surfaced. Since the repair, it's been rock solid, meaning the need to order a replacement Picade hat or to solder it back on is then no longer required. But let's talk brilliance: those plasma buttons! Enhancing the unit with these buttons was a game-changer. Initially dazzlingly bright, a simple tweak allows for customizable colours, patterns, and brightness, transforming the gaming experience. And the software? Well, let's just say the possibilities are endless. While I can't delve into specifics here, scouring the web for RetroPie images will unlock a treasure trove of possibilities. I've elevated my Picade to an ultimate retro gaming paradise, thanks to a 1TB image teeming with classics. Now, onto my ambitious plan: linking two Picade units for epic two-player action. It's possible but will require thoughtful consideration and a specific 'player x module' also avail to buy on the site. Or you can also use 'netplay' features supported by some RetroArch cores which is easier to setup.
by Ilyas about Picade via REVIEWS.io
a year ago
This was a fun build! Everything was clearly labeled, and the end result is something that really stands out. I've always wanted an arcade machine, and having this little guy around always puts a smile on my face.
by Anonymous about Picade via REVIEWS.io
2 years ago
I've got loads of options for 'retro gaming' - Pi in a NES case, Emulators galore on Mac & PC....but nothing feels as good as playing old arcade hits on a real [but minature!] cabinet. The build is a really fun project and very well documented, both by Pimoroni and all across the web & YouTube. Nothing more challenging than taking your time and handling a screwdriver. The quality of the components is pretty good. All the parts are a perfect fit and the buttons & stick feel solid. Screen (10 inch for me) is very bright and crisp. Software set up was as easy as flashing the included SD with Retropi and running a cURL script for the X Hat. Needed a tweak to the Alsa driver for the volume but pretty easy to google and find. The volume was loud on first boot!! But, not at all distorted. Impressive. Only issue I suffered was that the USB -C power input on the X Hat was soldered on badly and failed :(. Credit to Pimoroni support - they offered to replace straight away. Quality aftersales support as always!
by Select about Picade via REVIEWS.io
2 years ago
This is a great set that is well designed. I installed Raspberry Pi 3A+ inside it to run and play retro games on my 8bit computer (NEC PC-8001) emulator. A "Space Invaders" photo I posted has the gaps between scan lines on that screen, but it is for emulation as old low resolution CRT. PICADE10 10-inch LCD is very good. Yes ofcourse there is no gaps on that display ordinaly. The only downside is that GPIO26 (Pin 37) is not bypassed by the HAT and cannot be used normally.
by Tadashi about Picade via REVIEWS.io
3 years ago
I had fun building the Picade, the Joystick and buttons feel good and better then my store bought standalone stick. This is a brilliant upgrade from my old set up of Pi and usb stick.
by Daniel about Picade via REVIEWS.io
4 years ago
Great product, easy to build if you take your time. Quality is awesome and I love it already.
by Andrea about Picade via REVIEWS.io
4 years ago
Simply stunning. Clear instructions, quality components and dreamy packaging. The end result is magnificent. Screen, sound and functionality are all superb! I added a lighted marquee, some new art-work and the 10 button plasma kit. You can take my PS5 but I’ll fight you to the death for my Picade.
by Matthew about Picade via REVIEWS.io
4 years ago
Fantastic kit. Ideal for a first or second arcade-building project and learning about all the different bits & pieces! Mine came without instructions but you can find the documentation online, so it’s relatively easy to build. The software setup will need you to be familiar with some basic Linux command line fiddling: you’ll have to spend quite a bit of time tweaking things around (mine had trouble getting the right volume settings to work) but that comes with these types of projects. Happily, though, nothing I encountered wasn’t solvable and I found my perfect setup after a couple of attempts, which is more than I can say about my previous tries to build a Pi-based retro machine. The only drawback? You’ll probably be thinking about building a full-size arcade afterwards! The end results works wonderfully!
by Pablo about Picade via REVIEWS.io
4 years ago
I'm so happy I spontaneously bought this "machine" as a christmas present for myself. Can't wait to finally open the box and start building AND of course playing. Delivery was super fast and the crew seems to take good care of their customers. I already ordered the Plasma 10-button kit separately for even more old school arcade fun. Jochen
by Jochen about Picade via REVIEWS.io
4 years ago
Wonderful, wonderful product. I got it for the birthday of my kid and got surprised how much he was able to do by himself (secretly at 7am on a Saturday, without waiting for me). The overall quality, presentation, stickers and posters are the reason I decided to buy a kit, rather than a pile of parts from China. Pico-8 was a great addition, we already had a license, but now my kid has his own :) He already plans for adding more keys or a keyboard, and I am so much gonna help him do it.
by Anonymous about Picade via REVIEWS.io
5 years ago
The Picade is brilliant. I have always enjoyed playing old arcade game ROMS on my PC, but to do it with a mini-arcade console takes it to another level! Love the feel of those microswitches, keybards just don't compare. I totally recommend going for the 10-inch display - it's well worth it! The build was lots of fun and easily do-able in an afternoon. The parts are good quality and the instructions pretty clear, though I would recommend following along with Pimoroni's online videos as well, just to be sure. Happy building, wiring and gaming!!!
by Keith about Picade via REVIEWS.io

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