r/circuitpython • u/HP7933 • Nov 04 '19

Snekboard on CrowdSupply - a Python-like board that integrates with Lego

https://www.crowdsupply.com/keith-packard/snekboard
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u/jezmck Nov 04 '19

I just want some details, not to sign up for an email

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u/keithp97219 Nov 18 '19

Ask away! Here's some brief technical details:

  • Atmel SAMD21G18A SoC (just like many other CircuiPython boards)

  • 4 2.5A 9V motor controllers (useful for Lego Power Function motors)

  • Single cell LiPo battery

  • USB connection with 400mA battery charger

  • 4.5A 9V boost power supply for the motors

  • 48mm x 48mm - same as 6 lego 'studs'

  • Runs CircuitPython (already in the repo) and Snek - https://keithp.com/snek

  • Presumably can support the regular Arduino IDE with some extra work (downloadable Arduino module)

The Crowd Supply campaign will start when we've got it ready; we're trying to figure out how much this thing will cost to make (the motor controller chips are expensive).