SparkFun
MI:pro Protector Case for micro:bit V1/V2
· MPN: PRT-17867
This protective case is designed for the BBC micro:bit and works with both the original micro:bit V1 and the micro:bit V2. Its four-layer construction surrou...
This protective case is designed for the BBC micro:bit and works with both the original micro:bit V1 and the micro:bit V2. Its four-layer construction surrounds the board while keeping the important buttons, ports and bottom edge pins accessible.
The case helps protect the micro:bit and, importantly, reduces the chance of accidentally shorting the pads on the back of the board. A 2xAAA battery pack can be mounted to the rear using the supplied sticky fixer, making mobile micro:bit projects easier to build.
Assembly is straightforward and involves stacking the laser-cut plates around the micro:bit and screwing them together, with only a small flathead screwdriver required at most. The edge pins remain accessible for use with many edge connector carrier boards; the SparkFun gamer:bit is not compatible because its edge connector is located in the centre of the board.
Includes: 4x M3 Cheese Head Nylon Machine Screw, 1x Sticky Fixer Pad, 4x M3 Nylon Full Nut, laser-cut parts, 1x Back Mounting Plate, 2x Mid-layer Parts, 1x Mid-layer Plate and 1x Front Plate. This case does not include a micro:bit, power source or mounting screws.
Features:
- Provides excellent protection to the BBC micro:bit whilst allowing access to the bottom pins.
- Full access to the A and B buttons on the BBC micro:bit.
- Attach a battery cage to the rear of the case with the supplied sticky fixer.
- Full access to pins and connections including the micro USB connector.
- Clear case material shows the on-board LEDs in perfect clarity.
- The case is compatible with versions 1 and 2 of the micro:bit.
- When used in conjunction with a battery holder, micro:bit projects can be fully mobile.
Specifications:
- Length: 65mm.
- Width: 37mm.
- Depth (without screws): 12mm.
- Depth (with screws): 18.5mm.
A practical enclosure for classrooms, workshops and portable micro:bit builds where access to the edge connector and controls still matters.
Jargon buster
Plain-language definitions for the technical terms used above.
- edge pins
- Edge pins are exposed electrical contacts along the edge of a board that let you connect to power, signals, and accessories. They matter because they make it easier to attach clips, expansion boards, or external components without soldering.
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