The ELECFREAKS micro:bit Tinker Kit is an all-in-one electronics starter kit designed to make learning coding and hardware interaction fun and accessible. Built around the powerful Octopus:bit expansion board, this kit connects seamlessly with the BBC micro:bit (V1 & V2) and enables a wide range of plug-and-play experiments with no soldering required.
With 10 modular components-including a crash sensor, temperature sensor, servo, LED light, and more - learners can explore circuits, sensors, and real-world applications in an intuitive, engaging way. Whether you're teaching STEM in a classroom or diving into your first maker project at home, the Tinker Kit provides everything you need to get started.
Kit Features:
- Built on the Octopus:bit expansion board for enhanced connectivity
- Compatible with BBC micro:bit V1 & V2 (board not included)
- Includes 10 electronic modules (e.g. LED, crash sensor, sound sensor, temperature sensor, servo)
- No soldering required - safe and simple for beginners
- Supports both MakeCode and Python programming
- Perfect for classrooms, makerspaces, workshops, or home use
- Encourages hands-on STEM learning and creative problem-solving
- Ages 8+
Note: This kit does not include the micro:bit board.
Batteries required: 2 x AAA
Device compatibility:
Microcontroller Compatibility:
- BBC micro:bit V1
- BBC micro:bit V2
(micro:bit not included in the kit)
Programming Platform Support:
- Microsoft MakeCode (Block-based coding)
- Python (via MicroPython or online editors like MakeCode Python or Mu)
Device Compatibility (to program your micro:bit):
- Windows PC (Windows 7 or later)
- macOS
- Chrome OS
- Linux
- Tablets with USB support (optional with micro:bit app or web Bluetooth)
What's in the box
1 x Octopus:bit Expansion Board
1 x Crash Sensor Brick
1 x Rainbow LED (WS2812) Brick
1 x Buzzer Brick
1 x LED Light Brick
1 x Light Sensor Brick
1 x Temperature Sensor Brick
1 x Potentiometer Brick
1 x Servo (180 )
1 x ADKeypad Brick
1 x OLED Display (0.96 inch)
1 x Jumper Wires & Connection Cables
1 x User Manual / Experiment Guide
