How to use external reset button for Arduino

Arduino board has a on-board reset button. However, I want to mount a reset button on the panel or enclusure. How to do it?

Answer

You can add an external reset button. Arduino board has a reset pin, you can connect this reset pin to a panel-mount push button as below diagram.

Arduino reset button Wiring Diagram

This image is created using Fritzing. Click to enlarge image

Then you can mount this button on a panel or an enclusure by using the mounting screw.

Buy Arduino

1 × Arduino UNO R3Buy on Amazon
1 x Panel-mount Push ButtonBuy on Amazon
1 × DIYables Sensor KitBuy on Amazon
Please note: These are Amazon affiliate links. If you buy the components through these links, We will get a commission at no extra cost to you. We appreciate it.

The Best Arduino Starter Kit

※ OUR MESSAGES