SparkFun controller:bit Carrier Board

SparkFun controller:bit Carrier Board is a “carrier” board for the micro:bit that, when combined with the micro:bit, provides the user 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. Also included are several poke home connectors on the back of the board that corresponds to each button on the controller:bit. This allows the user to use external parts to control your game, robot, or anything else needed. The SparkFun controller:bit does not include a micro:bit board. The micro:bit will need to be purchased separately.

Features

  • 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

SparkFun controller:bit Carrier Board