Kitronik MOVE Mini Buggy Kit for the BBC micro:bit

The Kitronik :MOVE mini MK 2 buggy kit for the BBC micro:bit is the latest version of our ever-popular :MOVE mini that provides a fun introduction to robotics. The :MOVE mini is a 2-wheeled robot that is suitable for autonomous operation, remote control projects via a Bluetooth application or being controlled using a second BBC microbit as a controller via radio. This kit is available as a single pack or as a 20-pack.

The MK2 features a set of Kitronik injection moulded wheels with 0-ring rubber tyres. The wheels maintain a large size, relative to the chassis, and deliver excellent traction. MK2 goes where V1.0 could not! 

The Kitronik :MOVE mini is powered by two continuous rotation servo motors. The speed of these servos can be controlled via PWM (Pulse Width Modulation), which is easy to do using the Servo blocks in the MakeCode editor. We have also produced Kitronik custom blocks for the Servo:Lite to make the task of coding as quick and painless as possible, see the resources section at the foot of this page for more information.

The buggy also has 5 x RGB individually addressable ZIP LEDs (NeoPixel compatible), which can be used as indicators, reverse lights etc. It is possible to add a pen or other extra parts to the kit to increase the range of tasks for which it can be used.

The included Kitronik :MOVE servo:lite board can also be used in conjunction with a BBC micro:bit to build other movement-based projects. We've produced a wide range of tutorials and guides that can be found in the resources section below. We have guides detailing; how to control a third servo, how to code the buggy to draw shapes, how to write code for the onboard ZIP LEDs, how to code the buggy for Bluetooth control and how to use a second micorbit as a controller.

Note:

• It requires some mechanical assembly.
• This kit does not come with a microbit

Features:

• The kit offers a fun introduction to the world of DIY robotics.
• Add code for autonomous operation.
• Use the radio function and a second microbit as a controller.
• Attach a pen and code the robot to draw shapes.
• The buggy features new and improved injection moulded wheels with rubber 0-ring tyres.

Contents:

• 1 x Set of chassis parts.
• 2 x Micro 360-degree continuous rotation Servos with accessories.
• 1 x Servo:Lite board.
• 2 x Counter sunk M3 6mm screw.
• 5 x Counter sunk M3 8mm screw.
• 6 x M2 Rec Pan Steel screw.
• 6 x M2 Hex Full Width Nut.
• 3 x AAA Batteries.
• 1 x Pair of ABS White Wheels.

Kitronik :MOVE mini MK2 buggy kit pack size options:

• Single - 5652.
• 20 pack - 5652-20.

Dimensions:

• Length: 95mm.
• Width: 85mm.
• Height: 85mm.

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Resources:

• Build Instructions.
• Servo:Lite board Datasheet.
• WS2812B Datasheet.