Servo:Lite board for Micro:bit - used with the :Move mini

Use 2 servo-motors and RGB ZIP LEDs with a Micro:bit

The Servo:Lite board for the BBC micro:bit is a simple board that allows you to easily connect and control low power servo motors (servo's must be capable of operating at 3.3V) using the BBC micro:bit. It is connected to the micro:bit using five bolts. Connect two servos in standard configuration and it can drive up to 3 servos if the addressable ZIP LEDs arent needed.

It is powered by 3 AAA batteries and also supplies power to the BBC micro:bit, the board features an On / off switch so when it's not in use the batteries won't drain.

The board also features 5 x RGB individually addressable ZIP LEDs (NeoPixel compatible) and additional external ZIP LEDs can be connected to the board as required.

We've produced a range of tutorials and guides that can be found in the "tutorials" section below. We have guides detailing; how to control a third servo and how to write code for the on-board ZIP LEDs.

The Servo:lite with a video

Kitronik did publish a Servo:Lite presentation video on YouTube.

Features

• Connect two servos in standard configuration.
• Can drive up to 3 servos if the addressable ZIP LEDs (NeoPixel) arent needed.
• Powered by 3 AAA batteries that also supply power to the BBC BBC Micro:bit (not supplied).
• On / off switch.
• 5 x RGB addressable ZIP LEDs (NeoPixel compatible).
  Additional external ZIP LEDs can be connected to the board.

Dimensions

• Length: 55mm.
• Height: 52mm.
• Height: 17mm.

Content

• 1 x Servo:Lite board with battery holder pre-fitted.
• 5 x M3x8 Counter sunk Pozi Steel screws.
• 1 x Plexiglass spacer.

The Micro:bit, batteries and servos are not included