Resources
Online Tutorial – Pico Smart Air Quality Board – Analogue Input and Output Control
Learn how to connect, control and monitor external sensors to the Kitronik Air Quality Data-logging Board for the Raspberry Pi Pico. This guide contains a full description of the process and code required.
Kiss Cut Lettering with a Laser Cutter
'Kiss cutting' is a different laser technique that lightly engraves a surface, but the laser doesn't follow a raster pattern, it follows a cut line. 'Kiss cutting' is especially useful for engraving lettering. Find out more...
Creating Shades In Laser Engraving Using ‘Scan Gap’
Emma shows you how to get more from laser engraving with Scan Gap Engraving is a medium that relies heavily on contrast between the base material and engraved surface. I've been looking to find ways to use the settings artistically and so far, I have found the most artistic possibility with the “scan gap” function.
Kitronik Are Going To Bett 2022 - See You There?
Bett 2022 is almost here! It seems like an eternity since we were last there, but it's back and Kitronik are going! Are you? It will be held in ExCeL London and will deliver three days of non stop inspiration between 23-25 March.
Pepper’s Ghost - Using “Holograms” in your makes!
Exploring interesting concepts from various areas of design and technology is one of the best things about making new projects. Today, Emma pulls inspiration from Victorian theatres and Theme Park dark rides to make a tiny demonstration of the Pepper’s Ghost effect!
Automating Paper Automata with the :CREATE Simple Servo Board for micro:bit
We recently launched the Kitronik Simple Servo Control Board for BBC micro:bit, and Emma wasted no time in putting together three great resources for it. We've included all three resources below, with all of the files needed and step by step instructions for each.
A Pirate Ship for the LAB:bit for BBC micro:bit
Isabelle from The Fernwood School joined us recently for a weeks work experience, and was tasked with creating a set of Fairground rides to complement the LAB:Bit. Her brief was to create some designs that could be made in a KS2 classroom using cardboard, glue and sticky tape. Here is what she came up with:
Kitronik Materials Spring Update Flyer 2022
We've now completed work on our spring materials update flyer and it is ready for download. Designed to go along side our most recent full 2021-2022 catalogue, it contains everything that has been added or changed since the catalogue was released.
Tech Talk - Simple Servo Control Board - Thurs 10th February @ 10:30AM GMT
The team are back with another tech talk! This time we take a look at our new simple servo control board for BBC micro:bit. The board offers a clean and simple interface for controlling up to three servos with a BBC micro:bit. If you have any physical animation/animatronics projects in mind, this is the board for you.
February Is Learn Something New Every Day Month At Kitronik
Blow out the cobwebs and learn something new every day with us! For the month of February, we are going to share different resources across all of the available weekdays. They will be shared via social media at 7:30 AM, namely Facebook and Twitter.
Simple Servo Control Board for micro:bit Getting Started Guide
Everything you need to know to get up and running fast with the Simple servo control board for BBC micro:bit by Kitronik. To open up this board to children of all ages Kitronik has produced some simple to use custom blocks for the Microsoft MakeCode editor.
How To Make A Custom LED Picture Frame
Emma shows you how to make a custom LED picture frame, using our LED picture frame kit. Although there is quite a sizable parts list, the step by step instructions should make it a breeze. As always, the DXF file is freely downloadable and can be used as is, or tweaked to suit your needs.
Kitronik Design And Technology Update Flyer Winter/Spring 2022
The Design and Technology winter update Flyer 2022 is now out and should be landing soon. We've also uploaded a pdf version here that you can access while you wait. All you need is an internet connection and browser. View it anytime, anywhere.
Perspex Sweet Pastels Retro-style Radio Enclosure for our Stereo Amplifier Kit
Emma shows you how to make a laser cut retro-style-radio enclosure for our Stereo Amplifier Kit with Perspex Sweet Pastels acrylic. You can make this enclosure with any acrylic you want but we think that for the best results possible, the Sweet Pastels range is the way to go.
Egg And Brushing Timer Enclosure For The Kitronik Timer Kit
Emma shows you how to make a egg timer enclosure for the Kitronik timer kit, don't give this the brush off as there's an optional teeth cleaning design too! Follow along and make your own!
Custom Laser Cut Enclosure For Kitronik Steady Hand Game Project Kit (with Latch)
When building a project kit, such as our Steady Hand Kit, having an attractive and sturdy case to house it makes the outcome that much more rewarding. Emma's been back on the laser cutter and has produced this rather fetching custom enclosure.
Starry Mood Light Enclosure For Kitronik Round USB LED Lamps
Emma has designed these fantastic starry custom enclosures for our Kitronik Round RGB USB LED Board and Kitronik Round White USB LED Board. All of the files needed are available as a free download, for you to use or customise.
Making Custom Rubber Stamps With Green ECO Laser Compatible Rubber
For those times when only a rubber stamp will do... Emma to the rescue. Make your own custom rubber stamps made from ECO laser rubber and Bamboo and you can stamp things in an environmentally friendly way.
We're Back! Happy New Year For 2022
Happy New Year! The Kitronik break is now officially over and we are glad to be back to business, refreshed and ready for anything. All orders, picking, dispatch, and deliveries are back to spec', it's like nothing ever happened. Let's take a look at we're getting stuck into at the moment!
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
We would like to wish all of our customers, old and new, all the best this Christmas. Here's to a well-deserved break and great things for everyone for 2022! Have a great break, stay safe, and we'll see you all on the 4th of Jan!