> **Source:** Core Electronics is an Australian maker-electronics retailer and manufacturer based in Newcastle, NSW, run by a team of makers and educators. We design and manufacture our own product lines (PiicoDev, CE originals) and are official retailers for iconic maker and industrial brands including Raspberry Pi, Arduino, Adafruit, SparkFun and DFRobot. Orders ship Australia-wide from our Newcastle warehouse. Prices are in AUD and include GST. Pricing, stock and dispatch on this page are generated from the store's live catalog. Full machine-readable index: https://core-electronics.com.au/llms.txt # Sphero BOLT **Type:** Product page · **SKU:** CE05900 · **Brand:** [Sphero](https://core-electronics.com.au/brands/sphero-australia) · **GTIN:** 817961022619 **Page:** https://core-electronics.com.au/sphero-bolt.html ([markdown](https://core-electronics.com.au/sphero-bolt.html.md)) ## Retired product This product is retired and no longer available for purchase. Replaced by: CE10335. **Replacement:** https://core-electronics.com.au/catalog/product/view/sku/CE10335 ## How to buy - **Search the catalogue:** `https://core-electronics.com.au/search/{query}.md` (URL-encode the query; pages 2-3 at `search/{query}/{page}.md`; `search.md?q=` also works) - **Payment methods, purchase orders, policies and contact details:** https://core-electronics.com.au/llms.txt ## Description This is the Sphero BOLT, the ultimate education robot from Sphero. It's app-enabled robotic ball that enables you to bring the concepts of programming and robotics to you in a engaging, hands-on way. Need convincing? You can find the wide range of tutorials from maths, science, engineering and more for free via [Sphero Edu](https://edu.sphero.com/). ### Sphero BOLT vs Sphero Mini vs Sphero SPRK ? That's a great question, and you aren't the first to ask it. We've got [a comparison guide here that point out the differences](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1040/8564/files/Bot-Comparison-SmallerFile.pdf?11538866319857807057) between the Bolt, the SPRK and the Mini. ### The Sphero Bolt - **Built to shine** - With an integrated 8x8 RGB LED grid, you'll be able to code your Bolt to display live data and react to other sensors and information. - **Onboard Movement sensors** - Keep track of speed, orientation, acceleration and direction with the in-built sensors. You can easily use this data in your code to have to the robot do smart stuff! - **Code friendly** - Use block-based programming like Scratch as well as more advanced options like JavaScript to code your Sphero Bolt. - **Cross-platform, Cross-Curriculum, and STEAM-centric Activities** - This really does speak for itself. The activities in the Sphero EDU app are wide-reaching across almost every part of the modern cirriculum. - **Endurance** - With a 2 battery life, the Sphero Bolt will last any class session. Plus the induction chargers are a great way to ensure the device is charging when not in use. - **Durable** - Sphero make a point of creating cases for their robots that last. The Bolt has a durable, waterproof, UV-resistant polycarbonate shell. It's rock-solid and scratch (the physical kind) resistant! - **BOLT to BOLT** - Infrared communication allows for new games and advanced movements (You can swarm your Spheros!) - **Compass Sensor** - Auto aim your robot thanks to the built-in compass. - **Read the environment** - An ambient light sensor allows you to program based on your room’s brightness. ### Quick Start Guide for Sphero BOLT So, it's got all the bells and whistles. But how do you get it going when you get it out of the box? Fully-charge the robot first of all (takes around 2 hours to full charge) and download the app while you wait. Once it's topped it, pair it with the app and get started developing code and working through the activities online. [There's a quick start guide available for all Sphero's that illustrates this simplicity well.](https://storage.googleapis.com/helpdocs-assets/el0mxci937/articles/6rsihqtw8q/1530737214365/2-0-quick-start-guide-english.pdf) ### Technical Specifications of the Sphero Bolt - Infrared Communication Modules - Light Sensors - Accelerometer Sensors - Bluetooth Compatibility: Bluetooth Smart - Batteries: Rechargeable lithium-ion - Battery life: 2 hours - Charge Time: 6 hours - Height: 73mm diameter sphere - Weight: 200g ### What to do if you need help with your Sphero Bolt? We're full-time maker's in the heart of Newcastle, NSW and can help you with anything you might need. Simply [get in touch](https://core-electronics.com.au/contacts/) with us, we're here to help! ### What is the Sphero Bolt The Sphero Bolt is an app-enabled robotic ball that enables you to bring the concepts of programming and robotics to your students in a engaging, hands-on way. How is it different to the other Sphero robots? That's a great question, we've got [a comparison guide here that point out the differences](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1040/8564/files/Bot-Comparison-SmallerFile.pdf?11538866319857807057). - **Built to shine** - With an integrated 8x8 RGB LED grid, you'll be able to code your Bolt to display live data and react to other sensors and information. - **Onboard Movement sensors** - Keep track of speed, orientation, acceleration and direction with the in-built sensors. You can easily use this data in your code to have to the robot do smart stuff! - **Code friendly** - Use block-based programming like Scratch as well as more advanced options like JavaScript to code your Sphero Bolt. - **Cross-platform, Cross-Curriculum, and STEAM-centric Activities** - This really does speak for itself. The activities in the Sphero EDU app are wide-reaching across almost every part of the modern cirriculum. [See the categories and stages covered here.](https://edu.sphero.com/cwists/category) - **Endurance** - With a 2 battery life, the Sphero Bolt will last any class session. Plus the induction chargers are a great way to ensure the device is charging when not in use. - **Durable** - Sphero make a point of creating cases for their robots that last. The Bolt has a durable, waterproof, UV-resistant polycarbonate shell. It's rock-solid and scratch (the physical kind) resistant! ## Images - [Product image 1](https://core-electronics.com.au/media/catalog/product/s/p/sphero-bolt-1.jpg)