Maqueen Lite V5 Robot Kit for micro:bit

Tired of classroom robots that glitch halfway through a lesson? The Maqueen Lite V5 STEM Robot keeps learning on track with pre-calibrated line-tracking, durable crash-resistant motors, and plug-and-play setup. Designed for ages 8+ and fully micro:bit-compatible, it makes teaching coding, IoT, and automation simple, reliable, and fun.

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Tired of classroom robotics kits that fail mid-lesson?

The Maqueen Lite V5 STEM Robot eliminates frustration with pre-calibrated line-tracking algorithms, crash-resistant motors, and out-of-the-box usability.

Designed for teachers and students aged 8+, this micro:bit-compatible robot delivers smooth lessons on coding, IoT, and automation – no troubleshooting needed.

Requires 3x AA batteries.

Batteries and micro:bit not included.

Features

• Effortless Line-Following, Instantly
  • The Maqueen Lite V5 revolutionizes line-following for STEM robots. Featuring an optimized 3-probe sensor array and an innovative embedded algorithm within its core chip, this line tracking robot achieves smooth navigation with a single program block. This breakthrough eliminates frustrating setup issues, allowing students to quickly experience success and ignite their passion for robotics.

• Powerful Multitasking Capabilities
  • With the line-following algorithm integrated at the chip level, the Maqueen Lite V5 essentially gains an additional processing core. This allows the micro:bit to dedicate its resources to running multiple functions simultaneously—such as obstacle avoiding, light displays, sensor readings, and image switching—all while flawlessly tracking lines, enriching the educational possibilities.

• Reliable and Protected Motor System
  • Engineered for durability, the Maqueen Lite V5 incorporates finely-tuned metal motors, selected after rigorous testing of over 30 samples for optimal performance and reliability. The motors are fully enclosed, significantly reducing the risk of damage from debris like hair. This STEM car is built to last in a classroom environment.

• Classroom-Ready: Detachable Motors for Easy Maintenance
  • Understanding the curious nature of students, the Maqueen Lite V5 features a detachable motor design. In the event of accidental damage, motors can be quickly replaced, ensuring minimal disruption to teaching and maximizing uptime for this EDU robot.

• Out-of-the-Box Convenience
  • Say goodbye to time-consuming assembly. The Maqueen Lite V5 arrives fully assembled with motors, battery box, and wheels securely installed. The battery box is firmly fixed with copper columns, allowing educators and students to start learning immediately, saving precious class time.

• Engaging Light Perception & Illumination
  • Equipped with two strategically placed light intensity sensors, the Maqueen Lite V5 can detect light source positions, enabling fascinating applications like light-seeking and light-avoiding behaviours. Combined with 2 oversized RGB headlights and 4 vibrant RGB ambient lights, this programming robot creates captivating visual effects that enhance learning and fun.

• Thoughtful Additional Features
  • The Maqueen Lite V5 includes practical functions such as a battery power reading feature to monitor remaining energy and a straightforward firmware upgrade capability, ensuring the robot stays up-to-date.

Specifications

• Power Supply:
  • Voltage: 3.5V – 5V DC
  • Batteries: 3x AA (1.5V Alkaline or 1.2V Ni-MH)
  • Reverse Connection Protection: Supported
• Line-Following System:
  • Sensors: 3
  • Calibration Button: 1 (Shared with Firmware Upgrade)
  • Sensor Output: Switch / Analogue
  • On-chip Line-Following Function: Supported
  • On-chip Line-Following Speed: 1 preset
• RGB Lighting:
  • Programmable RGB LEDs (WS2812): 4 (Full R255 x G255 x B255 colour spectrum)
  • RGB Headlights: 2 (Red, Green, Yellow, Blue, Purple, Cyan, White)
• Light Sensors:
  • Quantity: 2
  • Data Range: 0–1023
• Ultrasonic Sensor:
  • Model: HC-SR04 (Note: Document says H-SR04, HC-SR04 is far more common and recognizable)
  • Quantity: 1
  • Supply Voltage: 5V
  • Interface: IO Port (2.54mm Female Header)
  • Range (Mounted): 5cm – 50cm
  • Range (Unmounted): 5cm – 300cm
  • Accuracy: ±5cm
• Motors:
  • Quantity: 2
  • Type: N20 Metal Motor
  • Interface: 2.54mm Pin Headers
  • Power: Direct from battery
  • Mounting: Screw-fixed, detachable
• IR Receiver & Buzzer:
  • Infrared Receiver: 1
  • Buzzer with Switch: 1
• Expansion & Connectivity:
  • Threaded Mounting Points (PCB): 6
  • Firmware Upgrade Interface: 1 (Shared with Calibration Button)
  • Expansion GPIO Pins: 3
  • Expansion I2C Interfaces: 2
  • Servo Motor Ports: 2
  • Edge Connectors (Gold Fingers for micro:bit): Standard micro:bit compatibility (Implicitly 6 significant ones mentioned, but typically refers to the full edge connector)

Resources

• Product Wiki

Package Contents

• 1x Maqueen Lite V5 
• 1x Line-tracking map 
• 1x Ultrasonic sensor 

Batteries and micro:bit not included.