ATtiny Development Boards for Sale in South Africa - Your Source at Communica
Shop ATtiny development boards at Communica. Local stock, leading brands, accessories & expert advice for hobbyists, students, and engineers across South Africa.

Wide ATtiny Board Range
From entry-level breakouts to full-featured ecosystems for rapid prototyping.
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Trusted Brands & Accessories
Adafruit, DFRobot, and more - with matching shields, programmers, and headers.
ATtiny Development Boards - Local Solutions for Rapid Projects
ATtiny microcontrollers offer a compact, low-power platform ideal for embedded, IoT, and educational projects across South Africa. Communica supplies a comprehensive range of ATtiny development boards and breakout kits to suit beginners and professionals alike. With the convenience of local stock, VAT invoicing, and branch collection, accelerating your next prototype or classroom build has never been simpler.
Why Choose ATtiny Boards?
- Ultra-compact size: Fits where larger MCUs can't, perfect for wearables and space-limited devices.
- Low power consumption: Efficient for battery-powered sensors or remote IoT nodes.
- Arduino IDE compatibility: Many boards are programmable via Arduino, simplifying firmware development.
- Affordable for bulk/educational use: Practical for large student classes, STEM clubs, and tech training.
Selection Guide: Models, I/O & Package Types
| Model | Pins | Flash (KB) | Common Board Types | Popular Brands |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATtiny85 | 8 | 8 | USB dev board, DIP breakout | Adafruit, DFRobot |
| ATtiny84 | 14 | 8 | TSSOP breakout, header board | SparkFun, OEM |
| ATtiny13 | 8 | 1 | Basic DIP, breadboardable | OEM, Kitronik |
Choose a board form factor to match your workspace: USB-equipped boards (like the Digispark ATtiny85) are ideal for plug-and-play programming, while minimalist DIP breakouts are perfect for solderless prototyping or rapid production runs.
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Specification Highlights: What to Check Before You Buy
- I/O pins: ATtiny85 offers 6 usable I/O lines; ATtiny84 increases this to up to 12 for interface-rich projects.
- Onboard programmer: Boards like Adafruit's Trinket M0 include native USB bootloader, eliminating the need for a separate programmer.
- Voltage compatibility: Most ATtiny boards support 3.3V and 5V - check specs for your sensors/loads.
- Development ecosystem: Confirm compatibility with Arduino IDE or PlatformIO for rapid code development.
Typical South African Use Cases
- STEM Education: ATtiny dev boards are well-suited to tertiary electronics modules, workshops, and robotics clubs requiring budget-friendly platforms.
- IoT Field Deployments: Use in smart sensors, access control nodes, or energy monitoring where low power is crucial.
- Custom Controllers: Ideal for hobby automation, LED light shows, or unique robotics mechanisms.
Add-Ons & Accessories
- ISP/ICSP programmers and USBasp cables
- Breadboards, jumper wires, and breakout kits for prototyping
- Shield boards and sensor modules (I2C, SPI, 1-Wire, etc.)
Communica stocks a curated range of these accessories from trusted brands. Pair your ATtiny board with the right programmer and connectivity kits for a seamless build experience.
Availability & Support at Communica
- Check real-time stock on the Robotics & Prototyping and Embedded Development pages
- Pickup options at Samrand HQ, Pretoria and Cape Town branches
- Bulk or education quotes available via procurement channels
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