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Maker and Coder MC4.0 Base Robotics Kit
MAKER AND CODERManufacturer SKU: MC42273
Maker and Coder MC4.0 Base Robotics Kit
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Product overview
The Maker and Coder MC4.0 Base Kit is a robotics construction and coding kit for building mobile robots. Its mecanum wheels, encoder motors, and sensors let learners investigate movement, navigation, and programmed responses.
Quick Specifications
| Manufacturer model | MC42273 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer age guidance | 7–15 years |
| Coding options | Block-based coding, Python, Arduino |
| Format | Single kit; assembly required |
| Suggested team size | 2–3 learners per kit (STEMclassrooms planning suggestion) |
Why Educators Use It
Use repeatable driving trials to connect code with measured movement. Teams can compare navigation strategies, revise sensor thresholds, and explain why a robot follows—or misses—its intended route.
Key Features
- MC4.0 controller and robot-building hardware
- Four DC encoder motors
- Ultrasonic and line-following sensors
- Supports block-based coding, Python and Arduino
- Single-kit format for one project station
Classroom Applications
- Program a route and compare predicted with actual movement
- Investigate line-following and obstacle responses
- Compare mecanum and differential-drive configurations
What’s Included
The manufacturer’s contents list includes an MC4.0 controller and USB-C cable, motor-driver and rechargeable battery modules, charger, metal chassis, four encoder motors, four mecanum wheels, two standard wheels, a caster, ultrasonic and line-following sensors, cables, screws, screwdriver, and storage packaging.
Two Ways to Build
Use the mecanum configuration to explore sideways movement and rotation, or rebuild as a three-wheel differential-drive robot. The same kit supports both configurations, one at a time.
A Classroom Challenge to Try
Our suggested activity: mark a delivery route on the floor and ask teams to move a small classroom object between stations. Have students predict the robot’s path, test their code, record errors, and explain one improvement. Add obstacles or tighter turning requirements as learners gain confidence.
Coding & Setup
The platform supports block-based coding and progression to Python or Arduino. Plan time for assembly, charging, software setup, and a teacher-led trial before the first student session. Check your school’s device, installation, USB, and network policies before a classroom rollout; contact us if you need help confirming your intended setup.
How Many Kits Should We Order?
For planning, STEMclassrooms suggests one kit per team of two or three learners. A class of 24 would therefore use 8–12 kits for simultaneous work. This is our suggested grouping, not a manufacturer capacity rating. Rotate builder, programmer, and tester roles so every student participates.
Compare the MC4.0 Kits
| Kit | Project emphasis |
|---|---|
| Base | Mobile robots, movement, and navigation |
| STEAM | Mechanisms, structural design, and programmable motion |
| AIoT | AI camera inputs, environmental sensing, and connected-system projects |
Manufacturer Resources
Download the official product and technical guide (PDF) for the detailed contents, assembly information, and programming guidance.
Common Buying Questions
Does the kit arrive assembled?
No. Plan time to assemble the robot or mechanism, charge the battery, and test your software setup before teaching.
Which school devices can we use?
Confirm your intended operating system, browser, USB access, and installation permissions with us before a large order. Support for a programming language does not establish compatibility with every school device.
Does every activity need internet access?
Connectivity requirements depend on the software and activity you choose. Check setup and download requirements before planning an offline lesson.
Is Academy or curriculum access included?
Contact us to confirm the learning-resource access and licensing included with your order. A link to a product guide does not establish an Academy subscription or classroom license.
Can we order for a whole class?
Yes. Use the quantity guidance above, or request a classroom quote with your learner count, delivery ZIP code, and target date.
Ordering & Delivery
Available to order through our supplier. Stock and delivery timing can vary; placing an order does not indicate immediate dispatch. Contact us to confirm quantities and timing for large classroom orders.