Based on the size of the zero (2w), I’ve been using the pi as the “hat” on top of the device as follows:
I think the Rpi zero (2w) would be ideally located on top of the smaller base hat. I currently have a long and short pin length GPIO female “headers”. I’m currently placing a long GPIO female “header” on top of the base Pi Hat, which pins protrudes out the bottom (not ideal). Then I place the short header on top and “sandwich” the raspi between the “headers”. It’s not soldered. I have had trouble with a finiky connection but right now it seems to be working allright.
I think I could purchase another short pin female “header” and get by with this, getting rid of the long protruding pins underneath. But I’m interested in how folks think I should connect them.
Finally I’m looking for suggestions regarding cheaper testing antennas that support the 600mhz band 71 so I can attach and test out my portable hotspot.
I’d appreciate product advice, and links to products at resellers both.