exhi:bit Prototyping System for micro:bit

SKU: CE04920 Brand: Proto-PIC

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Although the micro:bit is a wonderful platform, the classroom management and the workshop management of all the supporting accessories is a challenge.

That's why Proto-PIC created the exhi:bit - a prototyping and development system for the BBC micro:bit.

Proto-PIC wanted to create a system where a student could go from a prototype board to a finished, more permanent project seamlessly.But importantly, They wanted to create a system where the main workhorse parts could be reused time and time again.

Exhi:bit has an edge connector socket which the micro:bit plugs into. As soon as the micro:bit is plugged in, you are ready to start creating.

Exhi:bit has all the micro:bit pins broken out to header connectors, for connection to plugin exhi:bit daughter boards and plugin classroom project boards, but also to generous pads on the edge of the board - so you can connect to your project with conductive thread, banana jacks or crocodile clips.

A generous prototyping area is provided for users who wish to create permanent projects, directly onto the exhi:bit or you can use a DIY Daughterboard to easily swap projects

Or..By using the supplied breadboard and adapter plate, temporary circuits are a breeze!

All of the circuits you create on your exhi:bit can be powered by using a 5-9V DC power supply (not included) or the micro USB port. The micro USB port isn't intended for programming the micro:bit - we just provided it as a convenient way to power the board. The on-board regulator ensures the voltage is micro:bit friendly.

How many times have you opened your drawer to find a board and had no idea what it was for? Three areas on the exhi:bit are provided for taking notes using a sharpie marker or similar, so you can keep track of which project is on which board - or which student has created the project.

A range of classroom project plug in modules for the exhi:bit will be released soon.

Proto-PIC have listened to some customer feedback and updated a couple of parts. Firstly they have changed the acrylic plate so it's just covering the prototyping area and included 3 nuts and screws to secure it in place. This is a far less delicate part and shouldn't be broken as easily while now letting you write on the notes section without removing the entire plate first. Secondly they've replaced the hard plastic standoffs with adhesive rubber feet, this should help keep the exhi:bit from sliding on your desk.

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Unit 18, 132 Garden Grove Parade
Adamstown
NSW, 2289
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