The Micro:Bit is fantastic micro controller that opens the door to create dancing robots to banana keyboards. Your micro:bit has all the features you need to create amazing projects—the possibilities are endless!
You cannot get the most out of your Micro:Bit without certain accessories. In this post, we will cover some accessories to get you started and productive.
1. Battery Holder
Want to take your Micro:Bit anywhere? A battery holder lets you power it with AA or AAA batteries, so you don’t need to keep it plugged into a computer. Perfect for building projects that move!
Some battery packs use Lithium batteries like the one shown below.
2. Micro:Bit Expansion Board
This handy add-on gives your Micro:Bit more places to plug in cool accessories like lights, sensors, and motors. It helps you create bigger and more exciting inventions!
3. Banana Clips
These colorful clips make it super easy to connect wires and parts to your Micro:Bit without needing to twist or tape anything. Great for quick projects and experiments!
4. Speaker
Want your Micro:Bit to play music or make sounds? A speaker lets it beep, buzz, and even play songs, making your projects more fun and interactive!
5. Micro:Bit Case
Protect your Micro:Bit from damage with a durable case. Available in various designs, these cases keep the board safe from dust, drops, and static while allowing access to buttons, ports, and LEDs.
6. Motors
Motors help bring your Micro:Bit projects to life by making things spin or move! You can use them to power fans, wheels, or even tiny robots.
GeekServo Motor
DC Motor
7. Servos
Servos are special motors that let you control movement very precisely. A positional servo moves to a specific angle, like a robot arm lifting or a door opening. A rotational servo spins continuously, like a wheel on a moving robot.
Servos work by receiving signals from the Micro:Bit that tell them how far to turn or how fast to spin. They are great for projects that need precise motion, like robotic hands, automatic doors, or even dancing robots! By changing the code, you can control how they move, making them perfect for all kinds of creative inventions.
A Continuous Servo