Transparent Carpet Beebot Bluebot

Quick Answer: The transparent carpet for Beebot Bluebot is a clear plastic floor mat that lets teachers lay their own maps, posters or pupils’ drawings underneath and drive the robot over them. A transparent Bee-Bot mat protects the artwork while keeping it visible.

A Clear Layer over Your Own Materials

Unlike the printed theme mats, this mat has no picture of its own. Its job is to go on top of something the class has made or found: a hand-drawn map of the school, a large printed poster, a plan of the playground or a story scene painted in art. The robot drives on the clear surface, so the paper underneath is not torn or scuffed by wheels.

The listing calls it a carpet; in English classroom use this kind of item is a floor mat, thin and smooth enough for the robot’s wheels. The product photo currently shows a grid of plain tiles, which does not look like a transparent mat, so the image may not represent the item. Whether the mat is printed with a grid of robot-step squares, and whether it has pockets, should be confirmed at enquiry.

LabEquip lists two pocket versions separately, the 6 x 4 pocket mat and the 8 x 8 pocket mat, which hold small cards inside the mat. A clear overlay is the choice for sheets too large to fit a pocket.

Specifications

Ideas for Custom Routes

• A map of the school drawn by pupils, with the robot visiting the office, library and hall
• A giant number line or hundred square printed on large sheets
• Story scenes from the class reader, painted in an art lesson
• Geography maps on which the robot travels between countries or landmarks

Care & Handling

• Tape the sheet underneath flat first; folds under the plastic lift the robot’s wheels.
• Wipe the mat with a soft damp cloth, since scouring pads leave scratches that cloud the view.
• Store it rolled rather than folded to keep the clear surface free of crease lines.

Why Choose LabEquip

Teachers who like making their own resources buy a clear mat so that pupils’ work becomes the robot course. Before ordering, ask about grid marking and size through the contact page; the other robot mats sit in General Lab Products.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the transparent mat used for?

It is laid over materials the teacher or class has made, such as maps, posters or drawings, so the robot can drive across them without damaging the paper. It turns any large flat picture into a robot course.

Is this the same as the pocket mats?

No. The pocket mats in 6 x 4 and 8 x 8 formats hold small cards inside individual pockets. This mat is described as a clear overlay, which suits sheets too large for a pocket.

Why is it called a carpet?

The listing name uses carpet where English classroom suppliers would say floor mat. It is a thin transparent mat for robots to drive on, not a textile carpet.

Does the robot count steps correctly on it?

The robot moves a fixed distance per step whatever it drives on. Draw or print your picture with squares that match one robot step, so each press moves the robot from one square to the next.

Does the mat have a printed grid?

That should be confirmed at enquiry together with the mat size. If it has no grid, draw one on the sheet underneath to match the robot’s step length.

How do I keep the mat clear?

Clean it with a soft cloth and mild soapy water, dry it, and store it rolled. Abrasive cleaners and hard folds leave marks that make the picture underneath harder to see.

Last Updated: September 2026