Makey Makey with Box
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Makey Makey with Box: The MaKey MaKey uses high resistance switching to detect when you've made a connection even through materials that aren't very conductive (like leaves, pasta or people). This technique attracts noise on the input, so a moving window averager is used to lowpass the noise. The on-board ATMega32u4 communicates with your computer using the Human Interface Device (HID) protocol which means that it can act like a keyboard or mouse. There are six inputs on the front of the board, which can be attached to via alligator clipping, soldering to the pads, or any other method you can think of. There are another 12 inputs on the back, 6 for keyboard keys, and 6 for mouse motion, which you can access with jumpers via the female headers. If you wish to use a different set of keys, or otherwise change the behavior of your MaKey MaKey, you can simply reprogram it using the Arduino environment. Oh yeah, we didn't mention that the MaKey MaKey is an Arduino-compatible controller? That's right, it runs the Leonardo bootloader so reprogramming is fast and easy.
- ATmega32U4 microcontroller with Leonardo bootloader
- 18 programmable inputs: 6 front + 12 rear (keyboard & mouse)
- Arduino IDE compatible – fully reprogrammable
- Works as HID device: keyboard and mouse emulation
- Compatible with Windows, macOS, Chromebooks, Raspberry Pi
- High-resistance switching for low-conductivity materials
- Includes protective storage box
- Turn everyday objects into touch interfaces
- Plug-and-play USB connectivity
- No drivers required
- Open-source hardware and firmware
- Ideal for STEM education and prototyping
- Durable ABS enclosure included
| Microcontroller | ATmega32U4 |
|---|---|
| Communication Protocol | HID (Human Interface Device) |
| Inputs | 6 front + 12 rear (keyboard & mouse) |
| Compatibility | Arduino IDE, Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, Raspberry Pi |
| Power | USB-powered (5V) |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 Type-A |
Is Makey Makey compatible with Arduino?
Yes, it uses the ATmega32U4 and runs the Leonardo bootloader, making it fully Arduino-compatible and programmable via the Arduino IDE.
What can I connect to Makey Makey inputs?
You can connect conductive materials like fruits, vegetables, playdough, or even people using alligator clips or jumper wires.
Does it work with Raspberry Pi?
Yes, it acts as a standard HID device (keyboard/mouse), so it's compatible with Raspberry Pi, Windows, macOS, and Chromebooks.
How many inputs does Makey Makey have?
It has 6 front inputs and 12 rear inputs (6 keyboard + 6 mouse), totaling 18 programmable touch points.
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About Makey Makey with Box by Iotcart
Shop Makey Makey Classic - Arduino compatible HID device. Works with Raspberry Pi, Windows, macOS. Ideal for interactive projects.
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