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# Pimoroni Unicorn Hat - 8x8 RGB LED Shield for Raspberry Pi A+/B+

**Type:** Product page · **SKU:** ADA2288 · **Brand:** [Adafruit](https://core-electronics.com.au/brands/adafruit-australia)
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## Description

Snap the Pimoroni **Unicorn Hat** on top of a Raspberry Pi [model A+](https://core-electronics.com.au/raspberry-pi-model-a-256mb-ram-9724.html) or a [model B+](https://core-electronics.com.au/raspberry-pi-model-b-512mb-ram-9249.html) for a fun 8x8 RGB LED matrix powered directly from the Pi.

Unicorn HAT provides a wash of controllable color that is ideal for mood-lighting, 8x8 pixel art, persistence of vision effects, status indications, or just blasting colour into your surroundings.

- 64 RGB LEDs (WS2812B) each wtih 24-bit RGB color
- Python API (NeoPixel compatible!)
- EEPROM with Raspberry Pi HAT configuration details
- LED data driven via DMA over PWM Pin #18
 
## Technical Details

- 65mm x 56mm x 6.5mm / 2.6" x 2.2" x 0.26"
- Weight: 20g
 
For product support, replacement parts and warranty for Pimoroni products visit the Pimoroni forum or [contact Pimoroni directly](https://shop.pimoroni.com/pages/contact-us).

## Images

- [Product image 1](https://core-electronics.com.au/media/catalog/product/2/2/2288-06.jpg)