MOTION:BIT Pro for micro:bit

The MOTION:BIT Pro is a powerful expansion board for the Micro:bit made for 12V DC motors and servo motors. It transforms the micro:bit into a versatile controller capable of handling heavier robots, providing both 5V and 12V power options.

It is compatible with both Micro:bit V1 and V2, providing versatility and future-proof compatibility. Say goodbye to polarity confusion! Its colour-coded servo ports prevent incorrect connections, providing a hassle-free and foolproof setup. 

With features like GPIO status LEDs, motor terminals, servo ports, and an I2C breakout, it offers extensive connectivity and control. You can program it using the Microsoft MakeCode Editor, with support for both graphical and text-based coding, making it perfect for robotics and STEM projects.

If you need a board that does the same thing but has less power and is easier on the wallet, then click here to get the original MOTION:BIT (Psst, you can find a comparison table of the two a bit further down the page)

Note: Motion:bit is NOT included

Features

• 7V – 12V External Input Voltage
• Shockproof Power On/Off Switch
• Option for connecting external power switch
• 4-Channel DC Motor Driver
• 8x Servo Motor
• GPIO Breakout
• GPIO Status LEDs
• 4x Maker Ports
• Neopixel RGB LED
• Colour-coded Servo Ports

What’s on Board

• 11x GPIO Status LEDs
• 11x GPIOs Breakout
• 3x Maker Ports – general (JST-SH 4-Ways Connector)
• 1x Maker Port – I2C
• 1x I2C Breakout
• 1x micro:bit Socket (vertical)
• 4x Motor Terminals
• 8x Motor Test Buttons
• 8x Motor Status LEDs
• 8x Servos Port
• 2x Servo Power Selection
• 2x RGB LEDs
• 1x Ext. RGB LED
• 1x 12V Power Input Terminal Block
• 6x 5V Supply
• 1x On/Off Switch
• 1x Ext. On/Off Switch
• 1x Power/Charge LED

Specifications

No	Parameters		Min	Max	Unit
1	Power Input Voltage		6	16	V
2	Analog Input Voltage		0	3.3	V
3	Total +3V3 Output Current (GPIO Breakout & Grove Ports)		–	200	mA
4	Total +5V Output Current		–	3	A
5	Maximum DC Motor Current	Continuous	–	3	A
		Peak (< 5 seconds)	–	5	A

MOTION:BIT vs MOTION:BIT Pro

Resources

• Getting Started with MOTION:BIT Pro
• MOTION:BIT Pro Datasheet
• MakeCode Extension
• MOTION:BIT Pro 3D CAD
• micro:bit Getting Started Guide
• MakeCode Online Editor
• MakeCode Offline Editor

Package Contents

• 1x MOTION:BIT Pro
• 1x Tiny Phillips Screwdriver
• 3x Grove to JST-SH (QWIIC) Cable
• 4x Silicone Bumper
• 4x Building Block Pin with Friction Ridges