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Our new range of compact control boards for the BBC micro:bit sees us take our most popular boards and improve on them. We pulled our motor driver ...

We would like to introduce four new free online MakeCode tutorials for STOP:bit for micro:bit. Learn how to write code for STOP:bit from directly w...

With the return to school, we hope that everyone is as safe as can be in these challenging times. Here at Kitronik HQ, we've tried to maintain a 'b...

We compare Birch Plywood and Poplar Plywood and explore the properties of each. Before you add to cart, check out which material is right for your needs. This guide takes into account; mechanical properties, aesthetics, sustainability, and also how each responds to laser cutting.

Find out which Kitronik Amp kit is right for you with this Amplifier Kit Comparison guide. There are seven kits included, and each amp has very unique features. Whether the kit is destined for the classroom or the home lab, this guide will help you choose a kit that suits your needs.

The Kitronik ZIP Halo HD for micro:bit provides the perfect platform for learning about creating time-based projects that also feature light and so...

Free additional resources for the Kitronik :MOVE Motor for micro:bit. Work through each of the 6 tutorials to gain a full understanding of all of the features of :MOVE Motor. It's fun, it's hands-on, and you'll also learn a lot of interesting things along the way!

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In this resource, we show you how to make an edge-lit deer using our brand new 5V LED Strip Board! It features five ultra-bright LEDs, a micro USB ...

Find out more about Kitronik's gamers - which one is right for you, the main differences between them and how you can create retro games!

Kitronik's latest flyer is now out and has all of the latest products for you to browse at your leisure! We've uploaded a pdf version so that you c...

Find out how you can make use of Kitronik's range of Laser Engraving Laminate Sheets. The material is made of a solid base material covered with a thin laminate that can be removed using laser etching. There are a range of colours allowing you to make a sign for every occasion!

Kitronik Inventor's Kit for BBC micro:bit has been one of the most successful products we have launched. Having discovered a need for an ultimate b...

Since launching the ZIP Halo HD back in Autumn 2019, it's proven very popular! It's visually impressive, has some fantastic additional features in comparison to our previous ZIP Halo and there's plenty of projects and example code to get you started straight away!

There has been a disturbance in the micro:bit community, have you felt it? Star Wars day is back and has probably led a lot of you to make something inspired by the galaxy far far away.

Easter is fast approaching, and with us all being indoors, it may not have been the Bank Holiday weekend you might have hoped for. That's why we thought it would be a great idea to get the creative juices flowing and create some Easter-inspired decorations that are perfect to do with your family.

Get creative with the children at home and make your very own Sound Reactive Halo HD Elephant! Combine creativity and code with this fun-filled project that can be completed in any household, no matter what your coding ability or craft supplies!

To support Nottingham's local NHS Trust in its efforts to fight the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, Kitronik and other organisations have teamed up to supply Personal Protective Equipment (PPE Visors) to help keep the frontline staff safe whilst treating patients.

If you're a beginner to the BBC micro:bit, then you may be wondering what you could possibly do with it. That's why we are here to tell you 10 things that a beginner can do with just a micro:bit and a couple of accessories. Today's blog features our BBC micro:bit Starter Kit. A kit that is perfect for those who are just entering the wonderful world of coding and want a kit that has everything they need to get started with their coding adventures straight away! If you are unsure what the BBC micro:bit is, then let's give you a quick rundown of what it is and what it can do! The BBC micro:bit...

In uncertain times, we must come together and help one another. As schools close for the majority of pupils, home schooling will cause a lot of stress for most parents out there. We want to help where we can, so we've come up with 10 resources we believe will help you as parents, and your child(ren) in their education.