DFRobot
Boson Starter Kit for micro:bit
The Boson Starter Kit pairs DFRobot's modular Boson electronic blocks with the BBC micro:bit, giving students and beginners a hands-on introduction to coding...
The Boson Starter Kit pairs DFRobot's modular Boson electronic blocks with the BBC micro:bit, giving students and beginners a hands-on introduction to coding and electronics. The kit includes eight sensor and actuator modules covering sound, light, and motion interaction.
Modules connect to the micro:bit via the included expansion board using foolproof 3-pin cables. The expansion board features an edge connector, six 3-pin sockets, a 3.5 mm headphone jack with volume control, and a USB power port for driving motors and servos. All modules are compatible with Microsoft MakeCode and the Python Editor.
Key Features
- 8 Boson Modules – Curated selection of digital and analogue sensors and actuators
- micro:bit Expansion Board – Edge connector, 6× 3-pin sockets, 3.5 mm audio jack, and USB power input
- 3-Pin Interface – Foolproof connectors for quick, error-free wiring
- MakeCode and Python Compatible – Programme with block-based or text-based editors
- LEGO Compatible – Modules also work with screws, Velcro, and magnets for flexible mounting
- Quick Start Guide – Includes 4 beginner projects with wiring diagrams and sample code
Specifications
- Module I/O Voltage – 3.3 V
- Maximum Current – 500 mA
- USB Power Port – 5 V (for motor/servo power only, not for programming)
- Operating Temperature – 0–60°C
- Package Size – 250 × 190 × 57 mm
- Weight – 492 g
Ideal For
- STEM education and classroom activities
- BBC micro:bit beginners
- Interactive project prototyping
- Teaching coding with physical computing
Package Contents
- 1× micro:bit Expansion Board for Boson
- 1× Red Push Button Module
- 1× Red LED Light Module
- 1× Rotation Sensor
- 1× Sound Sensor
- 1× Motion Sensor
- 1× Mini Fan Module
- 1× Mini Servo
- 1× RGB LED Strip
- 1× Micro USB Cable
- 1× 3-Pin Cable (long)
- 1× 3-Pin Cable (medium)
- 1× 3-Pin Cable (short)
- 1× Quick Start Guide
Resources
Jargon buster
Plain-language definitions for the technical terms used above.
- Boson
- Boson is a modular electronics system that uses plug-in cables and modules to connect sensors, buttons, displays, and controllers without much wiring. If a cable is marked for Boson, it is intended to fit that connector style and pin arrangement.
- LED
- A light-emitting diode is a small electronic component that lights up when current flows through it in the correct direction. In this kit, LEDs create the flashing effect, so polarity and correct soldering matter for the project to work.
- RGB
- Short for red, green and blue, usually referring to an LED that can mix those three colours. It matters because controlling an RGB LED teaches how separate outputs combine to create different colours.
- servo
- A servo is a motor with built-in position control, usually told to move to a specific angle by a control signal. It matters when you need repeatable movement, such as steering, arms, flaps, or linkages, rather than continuous spinning.
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English Tutorial with MindPlus
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English Tutorial MindPlus Updates
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English Tutorial with MakeCode
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Project Cards v1.2
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RoHS Certificate
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PFAS Statement
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Supplier page — dfrobot.com
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Guides, code examples, and more
Related Tutorials
Free guides on learn.littlebird.com.au
