DESCRIPTION
The SparkFun gator:bit v2.0 is an all-in-one “carrier” board for your micro:bit that provides you with a fully functional development and prototyping platform. Almost every pin on the micro:bit is broken out to pads that alligator (or crocodile, if you prefer) clips connect to so you can get the most out of it! Whether it is data visualisation using the five onboard addressable LEDs or creating musical works of art using the built-in speaker, it’s covered with the SparkFun gator:bit!
The major benefit of gator:bit that we have provided is safe access to as many GPIO as possible from the micro:bit. Not only are pins 0, 1, 2, 8, 16, 5 (Button A), and 11 (Button B) broken out, but they are also protected against over voltage and over current/short circuit. Pins 0, 1, and 2 are ADC pins; while pins 8, 16, 5, and 11 are digital pins capable of reading and writing. Additionally, pins 13 (SPI), 14(SPI), 15(SPI), 19 (I2C), and 20 (I2C) can be used to read and write whatever digital signals you could want. We go into much more detail about each pin and other attributes (like supplying voltage out, light, and sound) in the SparkFun gator:bit Guide. Make sure to check that out!
Each SparkFun gator:bit can be powered from 2.7V – 9V giving you quite a range of powering options. There are three ways of powering your gator:bit, from the barrel jack, through the alligator clip pads labelled “VIN,” or through the micro:bit. Any voltage input between 2.7V and 9V will be regulated to 3.3V to power the micro:bit, the speaker, and for use by any of the alligator clip pins.
Even without any external hardware, the gator:bit is still an exploratory development board for micro:bit allowing the easiest access to it for educators, beginners, and pro-makers alike.
FEATURES
- micro:bit card edge connector
- Input voltage: 2.7V – 9V
- 5 built in addressable LEDs
- Built in buzzer
- 5V output
- 3.3V output
- 7 protected input/output pins
- 3 pins for SPI communication
- 2 pins for I2C
RESOURCES
- Schematic
- Eagle Files
- Hookup Guide
- Getting Started with the micro:bit
- About micro:bit Page
- micro:bit Programmer
- GitHub
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Note: Orders that contain more than one item are assigned a processing period in accordance with the item.
Prior to shipping We will examine thoroughly the items you've ordered. Today, the majority orders will be shipped within 48 hours. Expected delivery times are between 3-7 days.
Returns
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Our policy lasts 30 days. If thirty days have passed since you purchased your item, we cannot provide a refund or exchange.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in good condition and in the same state as when you received it in. The item should be in its original packaging.
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