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BBC micro:bit v2

Educational microcontroller with integrated LED display, sensors, and Bluetooth. Specifically designed for teaching programming to children and beginners.

APPROX. PRICE
$20-30
DIFFICULTY
Medium
BEST FOR
Projects
SPEED
64 MHz

🎯 Essential BBC micro:bit v2

Advantages

  • Compact size
  • Easy prototyping
  • Good price/performance ratio

⚠️ Limitations

  • Limited resources
  • No advanced connectivity

⚖️ Quick Comparison vs Alternatives

FeatureBBC micro:bit v2Arduino UnoESP32
Wi-Fi❌ No❌ No❌ No
Price$20-30$20-30$35-45
DifficultyMediumEasyMedium

📋 Technical Specifications

Microcontroller

ChipnRF52833
ArchitectureARM Cortex-M4
Clock Speed64 MHz

Memoria

Flash Memory512 KB
SRAM128 KB
EEPROM0

Alimentación

Operating Voltage3.3 V
Input Voltage3.3 V (batería), 5 V (USB)
USBMicro USB

Entradas/Salidas

Digital I/O25 (3 PWM)
Analog I/O6 (0 DAC)
Dimensions52 x 42 mm

Communication

UARTSPII2CBluetoothRadio

Features

5x5 LED display
Bluetooth
Integrated sensors
Buttons
Visual programming
2.4GHz radio

Applications

STEM education
Interactive games
Simple wearables
Basic sensors
Educational robotics

🛠️ Popular Projects with BBC micro:bit v2

🤖

Line Following Robot

Robot that follows lines with IR sensors and motors.

Components: IR sensors, DC motors, L298N driver
📊

Data Logger

Log data from multiple sensors to SD card.

Components: MicroSD, RTC, Sensors
🎵

Electronic Piano

Keyboard with buttons and buzzer to play melodies.

Components: Buttons, Buzzer, Resistors

💻 Quick Start Code

// Basic blinking LED
void setup() {
  pinMode(13, OUTPUT);
}

void loop() {
  digitalWrite(13, HIGH);
  delay(1000);
  digitalWrite(13, LOW);
  delay(1000);
}

// Analog sensor reading
void readSensor() {
  int sensorValue = analogRead(A0);
  float voltage = sensorValue * (5.0 / 1023.0);
  Serial.println(voltage);
}

🛒 Buying Guide

🤔 Should I buy the BBC micro:bit v2?

Buy if:

  • Complex projects
  • Many sensors
  • Advanced robotics
  • Multiple communications

Don't buy if:

  • Simple project
  • Limited budget
  • Size matters

🏪 Where to Buy

Official Store$20-30
Amazon$15-25
AliExpress$8-15

💡 Tip: For critical projects, buy original. For learning, clones work fine.

📦 Recommended Kit

BBC micro:bit v2
USB Cable
Breadboard
Jumper wires
LEDs + Resistors

🎯 Final Verdict

This board is ideal for specific projects that require particular features. Evaluate if you really need its specific capabilities.

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