The VERTER is a buck-boost DC-DC converter that accepts 3–12 V input and outputs a stable 5.2 V — ideal for powering Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and other 5 V electronics from a wide variety of battery packs. The slightly elevated 5.2 V output provides headroom for voltage drop across USB cables and connectors, preventing brownouts under load.

Built around the TI TPS63060, the converter seamlessly transitions between boost mode (3–5 V input) and buck mode (5–12 V input). It delivers up to 500 mA from inputs as low as 3 V and up to 1 000 mA from inputs of 5–12 V.

Key Features

• Wide Input Range – 3–12 V DC, automatic buck/boost switching
• 5.2 V Regulated Output – Safe for all 5 V electronics with extra headroom
• Up to 1 A Output – 500 mA from 3–5 V input, 1 000 mA from 5–12 V input
• 90%+ Efficiency – Synchronous conversion with 2.2 MHz switching frequency
• Enable Pin – Completely disconnect output by pulling EN to ground
• Low Quiescent Current – 5 mA when enabled, 20 µA when disabled
• USB Charging Resistors – Onboard 500 mA charge-rate data resistors for Apple/iOS devices
• Power Good Output – Signals when output voltage is stable
• Full Breakout – Battery input, control pins, and power output all accessible

Ideal For

• Portable Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and BeagleBone projects
• 4× AA battery packs (handles 4–7 V range as batteries discharge)
• Robotics and remote electronics with varying battery voltages
• Universal portable 5 V power supplies

Package Contents

• 1× VERTER 5 V Buck-Boost PCB (assembled and tested)
• 1× 2-pin terminal block (colour may vary)
• 1× USB-A jack (loose, for soldering)

Resources

• TPS63060 Datasheet (Texas Instruments)