There’s no denying the complexity of building something from nothing. Even the most experienced makers will look for a way to streamline the process, though, which is why things like the Power Block Arcade PCB exist.
This PCB takes out the headache when you’re distributing power to a mini-arcade built with a Raspberry Pi or another single-board computer. It has easy terminators for wire pairs or DC pigtails to make the wiring process easier.
If you’re using a 12V DC input on your arcade, the PCB also supports adjustable LM2596 DC buck converter modules commonly stocked by many electronics suppliers. Using this, the PCB essentially becomes a universal PSU hub for any of your projects that require power.
You can even stack the PCB into a multi-voltage power supply. By using the proper soldering and resistors, it can even function as a high-current USB charger. The resistors, of course, are not included.
The board breaks out switch jumpers to screw terminals as well, so you can add on/off switches into the design. The creator, RetroBuiltGames, designed this PCB after completing hundreds of mini-arcades and sought to take away the issues associated with wiring in such a small space.
