micro:Mate is a tiny micro:bit I/O expansion board for learning electronics and building DIY projects. It expands 6 sets of 3-pin I/O interfaces, capable of connecting DFRobot Gravity series modules , servo motors, sensors and jumper wires .
Additionally, Pin 8, 12 and 16 support voltage switch between 3V-5V, allowing up to 5V 2A digital (PWM) output!
Micro:Mate is the same dimensions as the BBC micro:bit board. It connects to the micro:bit through spring-loaded contact pins ensuring an easy, compact and secure connection. The rubber bumpers and the 3.5mm audio jack on the back side ensure a stable connection and prevent reversed connections.Note:
micro:bit board not included
The mounting screws should be well tightened to ensure a secured connection
micro:Mate only supports 3V (3.3V) analog input from Pin 0, 1, 2
The Micro USB Power port on Micro:Mate cannot be used for data transmission
Components with large power consumption should be connected to Pin 8, 12, 16 with a 5V power supply
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Micro:Mate - A Mini Expansion Board for micro:bit (Gravity Compatible)
micro:bit Expansion Board for Boson (Gravity Compatible)
SKU
DFR0497
DFR0518
DFR0521
Operating Voltage
3.5~5.5V
3.3V/5V
3.3V
Power supply
DC2.1/Terminals
USB
USB
External supply voltage
3.5~5.5V
3.3V/5V
3.3V/5V
Digital ports (IO/PWM)
17/8
3
3
Analog ports (input/output)
P0、P1、P2
3
3
UART
x
x
x
I2C
2
x
x
SPI
x
x
x
Interrupt pin (quantity)
x
x
x
Interface Type
Gravity
Gravity
Gravity
3.5mm headphone port
x
√
√
Dimension
63 x 58 mm
68.5×53.3 mm
80×70 mm
Mounting hole
50*55
-
-
Weight (g)
64
23
48
Price
$14.9
$5.9
$7.9
Drive the servo
√
√
x
Scenarios
Many motors and sensors needed
Suitable for small Works
Initial Stage
Key Features
17 io ports with 2 i2c interfaces
Can drive Quad DC Motor Driver
IO port expands 6 and the pin replaces the edge connector slot
Anti-reverse pad on the back, which protects the control board and prevents micro-reverse
Drive high current equipment, such as steering gear, components connected to 8 12 16
3-Pin fool-proof connector x 6
Edge Connector
Features
Colour-coded Gravity 3-Pin interface, compatible with hundreds of plug&play electronic modules
3-way analog input; 6-way digital input/output (PWM); 3V/5V jumper switch; 3.5mm audio jack
External Micro USB power port, up to 5V 2A power output
Well-designed component lay-out and silk-screen. Reversed connection protection.
Specification
Interface: 6 x Gravity 3Pin
Operating Voltage: 5V/3.3V
Input Power: <10W
Measuring Range: 0-3.3V (Analog), 0-5V (Digital):
Dimension:68.5 * 53.3mm/ 2.7 * 2.1 inches
Weight:22.8g
Documents
Shipping List
1x Micro:Mate Gravity Expansion Board
2x Brass nut M4*5*4
micro:bit not included
micro:Mate Projects
Video
An awesome micro:bit Missile Launcher with micro:mate!
VIDEO