About this item
The PIMORONI LED SHIM is a sleek, low-profile LED add-on for the Raspberry Pi, designed to provide visual feedback, status indication, or dynamic lighting effects—all without taking up valuable space or requiring any soldering. With its ultra-slim 0.8mm PCB, the LED SHIM slots easily onto your Pi’s GPIO pins using a friction-fit header, making installation fast and solder-free. It’s ideal for quick prototyping or when you want a clean, tool-free setup.The board features 28 individually controllable RGB LEDs, arranged in a single line, perfect for displaying animations, volume levels, network activity, or other status updates. Because it’s so thin, it can be used alongside HATs or pHATs, with the LED strip extending visibly above the Pi for clear visibility. You also have the option to solder the LED SHIM permanently or add a female header for more flexible connections.Fully supported by an easy-to-use Python library, the LED SHIM is great for beginners and experienced makers alike. Whether you're building a compact music visualizer, a system monitor, or just want some colorful flair, the LED SHIM is the perfect lighting solution for your Pi.
Specifications
| 28 RGB LEDs |
Individually controllable for full-color effects. |
| Friction-fit header |
No soldering required. |
| Ultra-thin 0.8mm PCB |
Fits with other HATs/pHATs. |
| Compatible with 40-pin Raspberry Pi models |
Zero, 3, 4, etc. |
| Solderable pads |
Optional permanent installation. |
| Supports PWM LED control |
Smooth brightness transitions. |
| Python library available |
Easy integration and control. |
| Ideal for status indicators or visual effects |
Adds interactivity to any project. |
