The possibilities with the Calliope mini are endless. On this page, we have compiled a few extensions that will help you bring your creative ideas and projects to life.
Servoboard
The Calliope mini Servoboard allows you to control up to 4 servo motors and 2 motors. It can be easily plugged into the pin header on the back of the Calliope mini.
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MotionKit
The MotionKit sets the Calliope mini in motion. It is equipped with an integrated line follower, infrared sensor, and ultrasonic sensor. Compatible with all Calliope mini versions.
Motors
The Calliope mini can be used to control and operate various electric motors. Here we show how this works with a DC motor, a servo motor, and a stepper motor.
Jacdac
The Calliope mini 3 is equipped with two Jacdac connectors, which allow various sensor and actuator modules to be combined as desired by simply connecting them. By connecting via Web USB, plugged-in modules can be read and controlled in real time on the computer.
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Climate Action Kit
The Climate Action Kit includes various sensors and actuators as well as its own terminal blocks. In line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the Climate Action Kit not only promotes technical understanding, but also creativity and a sense of responsibility when dealing with global issues of the future.
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Sensor Box
The Sensor Box, filled with 10 Grove ultrasonic and 10 Grove humidity sensors, is the ideal addition to expand the application range of the classroom set for elementary schools to lower secondary schools.
Measure air quality!
With the SCD40 Calliope mini CO2 sensor, the Calliope mini becomes a CO2 traffic light. Simply connect it and measure the CO2 content, temperature, and humidity. 🌳
Extra sensors & actuators
Thanks to the Grove connectors, additional sensors and actuators can be added to the Calliope mini by simply plugging them in. A selection of suitable extensions:
GameKit
The GameKit is an arcade console with buttons and a large display for the Calliope mini 3.
It is programmed using MakeCode Arcade.
Breadboard
A breadboard allows external components to be connected to the Calliope mini quickly and easily. This makes it possible to build visually comprehensible circuits, which is useful for understanding the basics of electronics.
Boson - Kit
The Boson Kit is a handy set of modular electronic components for your Calliope mini. The kit contains eight selected modules that can be easily connected to the Calliope mini.
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Fischertechnik
The Fischertechnik kit can be used to build six different stationary models. With the help of sensors and actuators, children can first construct easy-to-understand models such as hand dryers, traffic lights, and barriers according to the building instructions and then control them using the Calliope mini board.
Extensions and accessories can be ordered via the Calliope online shop.
Schools and educational institutions also have the option of ordering all items on account.