KITRONIK MICRO:BIT PROJECT KITS

Learn how to bend sound to your will with the Noise Pack add-on for the Kitronik Inventors Kit for the BBC micro:bit. The pack, in conjunction with the Inventors kit and a microbit, contains all you need to build the 5 exciting experiments contained within.

You will learn how to build and code musical instruments, amplifiers, and EQs, including High and Low Pass Filters (HPF/LPF). Who needs expensive Pultecs or Console Channel Strips when you've got some components, a microbit, and some know how! The pack brings together electronics and code in the most noblest of causes, making noise! We're going to make a noise and then we're going to amplify it!

Features:

A fun and exciting add-on pack for the Kitronik Inventors Kit for the micro:bit.

Learn how to manipulate sound, build instruments, amplify your sounds, and how to shape your sounds with Filtering and EQ.

Learn how to build and code the following 5 experiments;
-- Varying The Tone With A Piezo Buzzer.
-- Building A Mono Amplifier.
-- Touch Control.
-- The Digital Trumpet
. -- Equalise Your Sound.

Contains:

1 x 100kΩ Resistor.

2 x 3.3kΩ Resistor.

1 x 15kΩ Resistor.

3 x 100nF Ceramic Disk Capacitor.

2 x 1µF Electrolytic Capacitor.

2 x Potentiometer.

2 x Finger Adjust Spindle.

2 x Solid Core Connecting Wire.

10 x M/M Jumper Wires.

1 x 0.15W 8Ω Speaker.

4 x F/F Jumper Wires.

1 x NCP2890 Audio Amplifier IC Breakout Board.

1 x 3 Key Touch PCB.

1 x Tutorial Booklet, containing 5 experiments.

Get creative with the Pen Lifter add-on for the :MOVE Motor for BBC micro:bit. This add-on allows you to take full advantage of the pen hole in the Kitronik :MOVE Motor.

Once fitted, the add-on allows you to control when the pen is in use with code. The assembly holds the pen firmly in place and the supplied servo can be used to raise and lower the pen. This will allow the user to create complex patterns without any unsightly travel marks.

The kit comprises a set of 3 laser-cut parts, a single 180-degree servo, a rubber band, and the fixings required to put it together. The kit requires no soldering but there is some simple mechanical assembly. The kit is supplied with a booklet that walks the user through every aspect of the assembly.

Kitronik have also created an online MakeCode tutorial, to help you get up and running straight away. Work through the guide, one step at a time, building your code in the editor as you go.

Features:

Add a pen to the :MOVE Motor for BBC micro:bit, which can be raised or lowered with code.

Draw complex shapes without unsightly 'travel' lines.

This add-on is supplied with full assembly instructions.

Contents:

1 x 180-degree servo.

1 x M4 x 12mm Pan Head screw.

1 x M3 x 12mm Countersunk screw.

1 x M3 x Hex Steel Nut.

2 x M3 x 10mm Pan Head screw.

1 x Set of laser-cut parts (3 pieces).

1 x Rubber band.

Note:

This kit is NOT supplied with a pen.

No soldering is required but there is some simple mechanical assembly.

This kit is intended for use with the :MOVE Motor for BBC micro:bit.

Turn Mai-Z into a fully screen-free coding companion. This hands-on programming pack lets children learn real coding logic through play, no computers or apps required.

Screen-free coding with physical programming blocks

Build sequences and watch Mai-Z bring them to life

Includes 53 blocks, board, poster, and activity booklet

Perfect for primary STEM and early coding education

Note: Designed for use with

Kitronik Mai-Z MouseBot for BBC micro:bit, sold separately.

Kitronik's Simple Robotics Kit is an easy build, entry-level, introduction to the exciting world of robotics. Step-by-step build and coding instructions are included.

Enter the world of robotics with our Simple Robotics kit and build your own easy build microbit-controlled robot. It has been designed, from the ground up, to be simple to build by even the youngest of fingers. From its one-piece cardboard chassis to its clip lead connections, everything goes together in a way that is as free from frustration as possible.

This robot buggy is the same that is featured in our Lesson in a Box Simple Robotics kit, which is a complete set of electronics and teaching resources to enable successful cross-curricular lessons with minimal teacher effort. This single version allows you to make one at home with the children and enjoy the fun learning potential this kit offers. Designed and tested with direct Teacher assistance, and in the classroom, we know this kit lends itself perfectly to the young roboteer.

The kit of parts is accompanied by a detailed set of instructions that will not only walk you through the assembly but also covers the coding in detail. Even if you aren't confident or technical in nature, you will have no difficulties assembling and using this wonderful kit. Nearly everything you will need is supplied with the kit. All you need to have to hand is; a microbit, a screwdriver, and a pair of scissors. The scissors and the screwdriver are barely used, so if the children are quite young these parts can be done in a flash by an adult. The included cardboard body can be cut, decorated, and modified to suit your own projects, or you could even design your very own chassis, the possibilities are endless.

Coding: The supplied instructions have extremely detailed coding explanations, so much so that the beginner will have no difficulties following along. There are also some more involved examples that are similarly walked through. The examples are for the Microsoft MakeCode Editor, which is also designed for beginners.

Features:

An easy-build entry-level robot kit that requires no soldering.

It contains detailed instructions for both the assembly and the coding.

The included cardboard body can easily be customised and decorated.

A great activity to do with supervised children.

It can be coded with the easy-to-use Microsoft MakeCode Editor, which the included instructions cover in detail.

Contents:

1 x Klip Motor Driver for BBC microbit.

2 x Wheels and Tyres.

1 x Set of Clip Leads.

2 x Right Angle Geared Hobby Motor.

1 x Solderless TT Motor Board.

1 x Ping Pong Ball.

1 x Rubber Band.

1 x Cardboard chassis net.

This add-on pack for the Kitronik Inventors Kit for the BBC microbit provides the perfect way to learn about the wonderful world of ZIP LEDs. These LEDs are simple to control and can be used to produce a whole range of fantastic colours. Most consumer electronics heavily rely on LEDs, as LEDs are a great way of providing instant visual feedback for the user. With this add-on pack, you will learn how to write code to take control of ZIP LEDs and also learn how to make ZIP LEDs respond to input from components such as potentiometers and sensors. There are ten experiments, 9 in the booklet and one online, that will help you develop the skills needed to add visual feedback to your projects.

ZIP LEDs are individually addressable RGB LEDs. The name is a nod to the ZIP postal codes used in the US. Each LED can be controlled independently and all LEDs are connected using the same three-wire bus. Each LED can produce a full spectrum of colours, independently of other LEDs on the same bus. ZIP LEDs are based on the WS2812B part and are often referred to as NeoPixel’s (which is an Adafruit trademark) and are compatible with Adafruit NeoPixel and other WS2812B driver code. They can be coded for the microbit in both MakeCode Blocks and MicroPython.

Features:

Learn how to control ZIP LED colours.

Learn how to move a light through any number of ZIP LEDs.

Learn how to control ZIP LEDs independently.

Learn how to make ZIP LEDs respond to input from electronic components and sensors.

Contents:

2 x ZIP Stick - 5 LEDs each.

1 x ZIP Ring - 12 LEDs.

1 x 3 AA battery pack.

1 x Tutorial booklet.