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Black rectangular 4 x AA battery holder with snap cover and slide switch, red and black wires ending in 0.1 inch headers

Adafruit

Adafruit 4 x AA Battery Holder with Switch ADA-830

SKU CH-KCV0-DP290

Holds four AA cells in series with a snap-on cover, on/off switch and 0.1" header leads for breadboard use

  • TypePrototyping Products
  • Holds four AA cells for portable power
  • Snap-on cover and on/off switch add convenience
  • Pre-fitted 0.1" headers plug straight into breadboards
  • Rechargeable cells give 4.8 V nominal for 5 V projects
  • Compact 2.5 x 2.75 x 0.75 in enclosure weighs 34.9 g

Portable power for 5 V prototypes

This four-cell AA holder delivers a compact 6 V alkaline or 4.8 V rechargeable supply for breadboard projects. It suits hobbyists, students and engineers who need quick, switchable power without a bench supply.

0.1″ headers for instant breadboarding

The cable ends arrive with standard 0.1″ pins so the pack plugs straight into a solderless breadboard or header strip. No soldering is required unless the builder prefers a permanent connection.

Snap cover and switch simplify wiring

A snap-on lid keeps cells secure while an integrated on/off switch removes the need for an external toggle. Alkaline cells peak at 6.4 V, so a 1N4001 diode may be added to drop voltage near 5.3 V for sensitive 5 V logic.

Highlights

  • Holds four AA cells for portable power
  • Snap-on cover and on/off switch add convenience
  • Pre-fitted 0.1" headers plug straight into breadboards
  • Rechargeable cells give 4.8 V nominal for 5 V projects
  • Compact 2.5 x 2.75 x 0.75 in enclosure weighs 34.9 g

Specifications

Part NumberADA-830
TypePrototyping Products

Questions about this item

What voltage does this holder actually deliver to a 5 V project when I use four fresh alkaline cells?

Fresh alkalines in series give 6.4 V; adding a 1N4001 diode drops it to about 5.3 V for safe 5 V operation

The cables ship with 0.1" headers — what spacing does that match on a breadboard?

The 0.1" pitch headers plug directly into standard 0.1" breadboard rows or pin headers without adapters

Will this holder fit inside a project box that has 2.5" x 2.75" of clear floor space?

The box dimensions are 2.5 x 2.75 x 0.75 inches, so it needs at least that footprint and height clearance

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