MI:power board for the BBC micro:bit

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The MI:power board for the BBC micro:bit brings real portability to your wearable projects. The stylish, lightweight PCB is designed to fit snugly against the BBC micro:bit and features a built-in buzzer and 3V coin cell holder. This latest version has been redesigned to fit both the the V1 and V2 micro:bit.

When assembled, the MI:power board is connected directly to the 3V, GND and P0 connections on the micro:bit. The 3V and GND connections provide power to the micro:bit and the built-in buzzer is connected to P0, which is the default output pin when using the audio functions in the Block Editor software.

The board has an easy to access on/off switch, which makes it easy to turn a project on and off, rather than have to disconnect the power supply from the BBC micro:bit.

Once the unit is assembled and attached to the BBC micro:bit the mechanical fixings prevent the battery from being removed unless you use a screwdriver, so whatever the use, the battery will remain safely in place.

Note:

• Spacers, fixings and a battery are all provided.
• BBC micro:bit is NOT included, they are available separately here.
• This accessory requires some mechanical assembly.
• No Soldering required.
• Works with micro:bit V1 and micro:bit V2.

Features:

• Power your BBC micro:bit from a stylish PCB.
• Break free from the tether to the computer and take your project mobile.
• On-Board buzzer.
• Easy access on/off switch.
• Great for micro:bit mood badges, to allow your micro:bit to become a handheld remote control, and much more.
• This accessory is supplied with spacers, fixings and a battery.
• No soldering required.

Contents:

• 1 x MI:power board for the BBC micro:bit.
• 3 x Counter Sunk M3 Machine Screws.
• 3 x M3 Hex Full Width Nuts.
• 3 x Plastic Spacers.
• 1 x CR2032 3V Coin Cell.

Project Ideas Video:

Free Laser Cutter DXF Files:

We've also created some free downloadable resources for you to use with your laser cutter. Included in the downloads are DXF files for designs that fit directly to the Mi:power board that allows you to attach it to your belt, wrist strap, lanyard, stand it on your desk or on a design that can be placed in your garden or a plant pot. You can see some examples of these in the images below.

Dimensions:

• Length: 51mm.
• Width: 42mm.
• Height: 6mm.

Video:

Requires:

• 1 x BBC micro:bit.
• Pozi drive screwdriver.
• Pliers.

Resources:

• Build Instructions.
• Watch Mount DXF Zip.
• Plant Spike DXF Zip.
• Lanyard DXF Zip.
• Character DXF Zip.
• Belt Mount DXF Zip.