SparkFun Micro:Bit Qwiic Board

The SparkFun controller:bit is a fun-filled "carrier" board for the micro:bit that, when combined with the micro:bit, provides you with a fully functional controller system. Designed in a similar form factor to the classic Nintendo controller, the controller:bit is equipped with a four-direction "D-pad" on the left side of the board and two action buttons on the right side of the board. The two push buttons on the micro:bit in the center function as start and select to complete the NES controller form factor.

The controller:bit connects to the micro:bit via an edge connector in the center of the board, making setup easy. This creates a handy way to swap out micro:bits for programming, while still providing reliable connections to all of the different pins on the micro:bit. We have also included several poke home connectors on the back of the board that correspond to each button on the controller:bit, allowing you to use external parts to control your game, robot, etc.

Micro:bit Overview

Quick Spec

• Edge connector for ease of use with the micro:bit
• Full direction “D-pad”
• Two action buttons
• NES controller style
• Poke home connectors for external inputs (i.e., arcade joystick and buttons)
• Qwiic Connector
• Weight: 47g

Resources

• Product Page
• Schematic
• Mechanical Diagram
• Experiment Guide
• Getting Started with Micro:Bit

Shipping List

• 1 x SparkFun Micro:Bit Qwiic Board