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A comprehensive list of free Kitronik resources and all of our latest news posts, with the newest additions at the top.

A comprehensive list of free Kitronik resources and all of our latest news posts, with the newest additions at the top.

Tech Talks Spotlight- LAB:bit for micro:bit - Thurs 14th Sept 10:30AM BST

Tech Talks Spotlight- LAB:bit for micro:bit - Thurs 14th Sept 10:30AM BST

Hi, we are back with a New tech talk. Join Kevin on Thurs 14th Sept 10:30AM BST as he shines a spotlight on our  Kitronik LAB:bit for the BBC microbit . He will explore what it is, how to use it, and how it can help you deliver computing in the classroom to children aged 8+. There will also be live Q&A. Join us live...
Kitronik Materials, Computing & Design & Technology Catalogue 2023-2024

Kitronik Materials, Computing & Design & Technology Catalogue 2023-2024

We hope everyone had a great summer and that you're ready for the year ahead. We hope to get your year off on the right foot with our brand new Materials, Computing & Design & Technology Catalogue 2023-2024. It's now out and is also available as a digital download here...
Tech Talks - All Kitronik Inventor's Kits - Thurs 24th Aug 10:30AM BST hero image

Tech Talks - All Kitronik Inventor's Kits - Thurs 24th Aug 10:30AM BST

Hi, we are back with a New tech talk. Join Kevin on Thurs 24th Aug 10:30AM BST as he explores our diverse range of Kitronik Inventor's Kits. He will be going over the full range, including Inventor's kits for; micro:bit, Raspberry Pi Pico, Arduino, add-ons, and our translated versions. Find out more...
Materials Tech Talk - Live-Make Hand-Fans - Thurs 3rd Aug at 10:30AM BST

Materials Tech Talk - Live-Make Hand-Fans - Thurs 3rd Aug at 10:30AM BST

Kitronik and Smoke & Mirrors are back with another materials themed tech talk. Join Emma and Dominic as they show you how to make two super stylish hand-fans. Tune in to YouTube on Thurs 3rd Aug 2023 at 10:30AM BST to watch it all go down live. Find out more...
Materials Tech Talk - Mirrored Acrylic - Thurs 6th July 2023 at 10:30AM BST

Materials Tech Talk - Mirrored Acrylic - Thurs 6th July 2023 at 10:30AM BST

Kitronik and Smoke & Mirrors are back with another materials themed tech talk. Join Emma and Dominic as they explore Mirrored Acrylic. They'll go into how to get the best results from your laser cutter and possible uses, with examples. Tune in to YouTube on Thurs 6th July 2023 at 10:30AM BST to watch it all go down live.
The Raspberry Pi Pico W now has Bluetooth Connectivity

The Raspberry Pi Pico W now has Bluetooth Connectivity

The Raspberry Pi Pico W now has Bluetooth! The good news is, if you already have a Pico W you don't need to purchase anything else. Update to the latest firmware and MicroPython build and you are good to go! Find out more...
Tech Talk - Kitronik ZIP96 for Raspberry Pi Pico 15th June -10:30AM BST

Tech Talk - Kitronik ZIP96 for Raspberry Pi Pico 15th June -10:30AM BST

Kitronik are back with a New Product themed tech talk. Join Alasdair & Kevin as they explore our new Kitronik ZIP96 retro gamer for Raspberry Pi Pico. They will be going over the features of the board, how it can be used, and the resources available to help you get the most from it. Find out more...
Announcing the Kitronik ZIP96 Retro Gamer for Raspberry Pi Pico

Announcing the Kitronik ZIP96 Retro Gamer for Raspberry Pi Pico

Kitronik are proud to announce the release of Kitronik ZIP96 Retro Gamer for Raspberry Pi Pico. Develop your coding skills with the' all-in-one handheld solution for Pico gaming! The Kitronik ZIP96 is fully programmable and feature-packed handheld gamer on which you can learn and play! Find out more!
Kitronik Summer Design & Technology Flyer 2023

Kitronik Summer Design & Technology Flyer 2023

We've now completed work on our Summer Design & Technology Flyer 2023 and it's ready for download. It is designed to go along side our most recent full 2022-2023 catalogue, it contains products, changes, and new products added to the Design & Technology range since the catalogue was released. Download a copy now!
Tech Talk - Kitronik Air Quality Control HAT hero image

Tech Talk - Kitronik Air Quality Control HAT Thurs 25th May -10:30AM BST

Kitronik are back with a New Product themed tech talk. Join Alasdair & Kevin as they explore our first ever HAT for Raspberry Pi, the Kitronik Air Quality Control HAT They will be going over the features of the board, how it can be used, and the resources available to help you get the most from it. Find out more...
We Release our First HAT, the Kitronik Air Quality Control HAT for Raspberry Pi

We Release our First HAT, the Kitronik Air Quality Control HAT for Raspberry Pi

Kitronik are proud to announce the release of our very first in-house Raspberry Pi HAT, the Kitronik Air Quality Control HAT for Raspberry Pi. With it, you can monitor, log, and react to the gathered sensory data. It is fully compliant with the HAT specification, just slot it onto the pins of the Raspberry Pi and go!
Announcing micro:bit Next Gen, Partnership & Roll-out

Announcing micro:bit Next Gen, Partnership & Roll-out

BBC micro:bit the next gen, is a new partnership between BBC EducationThe Micro:bit Educational Foundation and Nominet. Made possible by Nominet’s support, the partnership will donate a set of 30 micro:bits to every primary school across the UK that registers to receive them at bbc.co.uk/microbit. Find out more!
Kitronik's Dave Sanderson visiting ICT for Education conference 12/05/2023

Kitronik's Dave Sanderson visiting ICT for Education conference 12/05/2023

Kitronik Technical Director, Dave Sanderson, will be attending the ICT for Education conference in Norwich 12/05/2023. our good friends BCS, the Chartered Institute of IT will also be attending and it looks to be an exciting event. Will you be there? Find out more... 
Kitronik Spring Materials Update Flyer 2023 hero image

Kitronik Spring Materials Update Flyer 2023

We've now completed work on our Spring Materials Update Flyer 2023 and it's ready for download. It is designed to go along side our most recent full 2022-2023 catalogue, it contains everything that has been added or changed since the catalogue was released. Download a copy!
Materials Tech Talk - Weird April Makes hero image

Materials Tech Talk - Weird April Makes - Thurs 6th of April at 10:30AM BST

Kitronik and Smoke & Mirrors are back with another materials themed tech talk. Join Emma and Dominic as they explore some April themed makes. They'll discuss all aspects of the makes including how to make them and the materials used. Tune in to YouTube on Thurs 6th of April at 10:30AM BST to watch it all go down live.
Tech Talk - micro:bit Python Editor - Thurs 9th of March at 10:30AM GMT main image

Tech Talk - micro:bit Python Editor - Thurs 9th of March at 10:30AM GMT

We're back with another tech talk. Join Emma & Kevin as they explore the basics of using the New micro:bit Python Editor. They'll explore the interface and get hands on with some code examples. If you want to get into Python with micro:bit but are unsure of where to start, this is the tech talk for you. Learn more...
Kitronik at Bett 2023, 29-31 March 2023, Stand NQ39

Kitronik at Bett 2023, 29-31 March 2023, Stand NQ39

On 29-31 March 2023, Bett is back at ExCel London and we're going (Stand - NQ39), are you? Three days of inspiring connections, content, and product discovery. Bringing together brilliant educators from across the globe. Tickets are free and the deadline for ordering your free tickets is 17th March. Find out more...
Materials Tech Talk - Living Hinges - Thurs 2nd of March at 10:30AM GMT

Materials Tech Talk - Living Hinges - Thurs 2nd of March at 10:30AM GMT

Kitronik and Smoke & Mirrors are back with another materials themed tech talk. Join Emma and Dominic as they explore living hinges. They'll discuss what they are, how to make them, and the materials that they recommend to use them with. Tune in to YouTube on Thurs 2nd of March at 10:30AM GMT to watch it live.
How to make a simple Valentines Lamp with a Candle Effect LED

How to make a simple Valentines Lamp with a Candle Effect LED

This February 14th, light up your loved one’s life a little with a fun floral lantern make! Follow along with Emma's instructions and make your own. As always, we provide the design as a free download. Learn how...
Materials Tech Talk - Joinings, Fixings & Adhesives - Thurs 9th of February at 10:30AM GMT

Materials Tech Talk - Joinings, Fixings & Adhesives - Thurs 9th of February at 10:30AM GMT

Kitronik and Smoke & Mirrors are back with the first materials themed tech talk of 2023. Join (sorry...) Emma and Dominic as they explore different ways of joining materials together. Tune in to YouTube on Thurs 9th of February at 10:30AM GMT to watch it all go down live.