For engineers who need a stable prototyping platform on top of an Arduino Mega, the Arduino MEGA Proto Shield Rev3 is listed at Rs 700 at Tech Depot India. It provides a Mega-compatible prototyping surface for custom circuitry — order the Arduino MEGA Proto Shield Rev3 directly from our store.
What is the Arduino MEGA Proto Shield Rev3?
The Arduino MEGA Proto Shield Rev3 is a prototyping shield built to the Mega form factor, designed to mount directly onto an Arduino Mega board's headers. As a "Rev3" proto shield, its role is to give designers and integrators a stable prototyping area on the Mega footprint for placing discrete components, connectors, or breakout circuitry without fabricating a custom PCB for early-stage work.
For teams and individuals building a custom peripheral around the Mega's larger pin count, this shield functions as the mechanical and electrical interface layer between the Mega and whatever circuit you're integrating. Full mechanical and pin-mapping details for the MEGA Proto Shield Rev3 are documented on the product page.
Arduino MEGA Proto Shield Rev3 projects — what you can build
In an engineering or integration context, a Mega-format proto shield is typically specified for:
- Building a custom sensor interface circuit that mounts directly on the Mega stack
- Prototyping a control board before committing to a fabricated PCB design
- Integrating discrete components such as resistors, connectors, or ICs alongside the Mega
- Developing a bench-test rig for validating firmware against custom hardware
- Housing interconnects for a multi-module system built around the Mega platform
Mega-format shield options compared
| Product | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Arduino MEGA Proto Shield Rev3 | Rs 700 | General-purpose prototyping shield on the Mega footprint |
| 3D Printer Controller Board RAMPS 1.4 Arduino Mega Shield RepRap Prusa Model | Rs 407 | Purpose-built RAMPS shield for RepRap/Prusa-style motion control |
| Arduino CNC Shield | Rs 146 | Shield oriented toward CNC-style stepper driver integration |
| Arduino Data Logger Shield | Rs 189 | Purpose-built shield for data-logging applications |
Choosing the right one for your project
If your design requires a fixed, purpose-built function such as motion control, CNC driving, or data logging, the dedicated shields above are the more direct route since the circuitry for that function is already laid out. If your requirement is custom or doesn't map to an off-the-shelf shield, the Proto Shield Rev3 gives you a clean prototyping surface to lay out your own circuit on the Mega footprint without committing to a fabricated board at this stage of development.
Arduino MEGA Proto Shield Rev3 specifications
For the full and current Arduino MEGA Proto Shield Rev3 Specifications — board dimensions, header pitch, and prototyping area layout — refer to the product page before finalizing your design.
Buy Arduino MEGA Proto Shield Rev3 Online in India
The Arduino MEGA Proto Shield Rev3 can be purchased online in India from Tech Depot India, with delivery to Bengaluru, Delhi NCR, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Chennai, and pan-India locations. All orders are prepaid via Razorpay (UPI, cards, or net-banking), and a GST invoice is issued for every transaction. Shipping from our Bengaluru, Delhi NCR, or Hyderabad hubs typically results in delivery within 8-10 working days, and the shield carries a 15-day warranty against manufacturing defects, provided any issue is reported within 5 days of receipt. For technical queries prior to purchase, contact us via WhatsApp or email techdepotindia@gmail.com, or browse related boards in the microcontrollers collection.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Arduino MEGA Proto Shield Rev3 Price in India?
It is priced at Rs 700 at Tech Depot India, with a GST invoice included on every order.
What is the delivery timeline?
Orders are dispatched from Bengaluru, Delhi NCR, or Hyderabad and typically arrive pan-India within 8-10 working days.
Is this shield covered under warranty?
Yes, it carries a 15-day warranty on manufacturing defects, provided the issue is reported within 5 days of delivery.
What payment method is required, and is a GST invoice issued?
Only prepaid payment is accepted, via Razorpay (UPI, cards, or net-banking), and a GST invoice is issued with every order.
Will this shield integrate correctly with my specific Mega revision and existing accessories?
Compatibility depends on your exact Mega revision and any stacked accessories, so please verify against the product page and your board's documentation before ordering.