The Kitronik Smart Greenhouse Kit for the BBC Micro:bit offers an engaging way to explore the interaction between plants and their environment. It enables users to monitor environmental conditions and build automated systems. The kit includes a greenhouse, environmental control board, water pump, soil moisture sensor, and more. Detailed instructions and online tutorials facilitate easy setup and learning.

 

Note:

• This kit does not come with a BBC micro:bit, available separately here > BBC micro:bit.
• This kit is not waterproof. If you get the board wet, please turn it off and allow it to fully dry. The risk of shock is very small, but be cautious.
• Due to electrolysis and the damp environment, the electrodes on the Mini Prong Moisture Sensor will degrade slowly over time. 

 

Features:

• Automated Growing Systems: Construct systems that respond to environmental changes, fostering hands-on learning about plant growth.
• Compatibility: Compatible with both micro:bit V1 and V2, ensuring versatility and accessibility.
• Comprehensive Kit: Includes greenhouse enclosure parts, an environmental control board, water pump, soil moisture sensor, and more, providing all essential components for experimentation.
• Environmental Control Board: Serves as the central control hub, featuring sensor inputs and outputs for various devices, facilitating seamless integration and control.
• Custom MakeCode Blocks: Utilize custom Kitronik MakeCode blocks for simplified coding tasks, promoting an intuitive learning experience.
• Versatile Crop Options: Suitable for growing various crops such as cress, sprouting white mustard, and micro-herbs/micro-greens, offering flexibility and exploration.
• Power Options: Powered by either 3 x AA Batteries or a plug-in power supply, ensuring convenient and flexible operation.
• Educational Value: Ideal for educational projects and STEM learning activities, fostering exploration in coding, electronics, and agriculture.

 

Specifications:

• Operating Voltage: 3 x AA Batteries or plug-in power supply
• Compatibility: BBC micro:bit V1 and micro:bit V2

 

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Applications:

• Educational projects exploring plant growth and environmental monitoring
• STEM learning activities focusing on coding, electronics, and agriculture

 

Package Includes:

• 2 x Moulded plastic greenhouse enclosure parts
• 1 x Kitronik Environmental Control Board for micro:bit
• 1 x Water Pump
• 1 x Kitronik ZIP Stick
• 1 x Mini Prong Moisture Sensor
• 5 x Crocodile Leads
• 1 x ZIP extension cable
• 1 x Screwdriver
• User guide Booklet

 

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