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normgr
 
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Arduino headers offset

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I want to make my own shield like the Proto-Screwshield (Wingshield) R3 Kit for Arduino PRODUCT ID: 196.
I have one on order but I thought I could make my own in the mean time.
I tried to use stacking headers on a board like the Perma-Proto board.
I have found that the header for pins 8 and up are offset by 1/2 spacing.
Is there a way to use the stacking headers for the pins 8 and up?

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Re: Arduino headers offset

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You can't use a perma proto board for a shield, because of the spacing issue

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Re: Arduino headers offset

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Several people have bent the headers to fit but that isn't the best thing to do (but it works in a pinch)

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Re: Arduino headers offset

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Thanks for the replies. This is the result I had expected.

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