Electronics Beginners/Education
This kit introduces quite a few electronic principles, its fun and not difficult to build. This is a self-build DIY smart tracking robot car kit. It is an introductory electronic kit designed to help kids, electronic enthusiasts, and novices learn about basic electronic knowledge like soldering and simple circuits(photoelectric sensor circuit, voltage comparator, motor driving,ir sensors etc.) The smart kit is designed based on the principle of infrared sensor and light reflectivity difference when the light emitting on the white and black items
The assembly steps:
Step 1: Welding circuit
Soldering part is simpler, welding sequence according to the principle of component level from low to high, the first welding eight resistance, is important to use multimeter to confirm resistance is correct, D4, D5 R13 R14 can temporarily not welding, integrated circuit chips can temporarily not inserted
Step 2: Mechanical assembly
The red line is connected to the 3V positive power supply, the yellow line grounding, excess wire an be used for motor wire.
Step 3: The installation of a photoelectric circuit
Photosensitive resistance and light-emitting diodes (note polarity) is reverse-mounted on the PCB, and the ground distance is about 5 mm, both photosensitive resistance and light-emitting diodes are 5 mm distance. Finally, you can power test.
Step 4: Vehicle debugging
The right direction is along the universal wheel direction, if you press and hold the left photoresistor, the wheels on the right side of the car should be rotated. Press and hold the right photoresistor, the wheels on the left side of the car should be rotated, if the car driving back, can also exchange the wiring of two motors, if the one side normal and the other side back up, as long as you can swap wiring of back side.
Note: We don't supply any manuals please note this before you buy it.
Package includes:
1 x Electronic DIY Kit (batteries are not included)
LEARN ABOUT ELECTRICITY – Provide a fun learning experience for inquisitive minds
This easy build bike light kit has just ten parts, making it a good introduction to electronics. The kit uses two ultra bright red LEDs, which flash rapidly, providing a highly visible light. Making it ideal for use as a rear bike light.
Alternatively it can be used as a night safety product or flashing eyes.
Features:
- Easy build kit making a great introduction to electronics.
- Great visibility for night time safety.
Contents:
- 1 x 2xAA Battery Cage with Leads.
- 2 x 470K Resistor.
- 1 x 33R Resistor.
- 2 x Capacitor, Electrolytic, 16V, 10uF.
- 2 x BC547 NPN Transistor.
- 2 x Red 5mm Water Clear LED - 30deg - 1000mCd.
Dimensions:
- Length: 48.5mm.
- Width: 25.5mm.
Requires:
- 2 x AA Batteries.
- Soldering Iron.
- Solder.
- Wire Cutters.
Resources:
- Click here to download the essential information
- Click here to download the full teaching resources
- Autodesk Files.
- 3D CAD Files.
This easy build bike light kit has just ten parts, making it a good introduction to electronics. The kit uses two ultra bright red LEDs, which flash rapidly, providing a highly visible light. Making it ideal for use as a rear bike light.
Alternatively it can be used as a night safety product or flashing eyes.
Caution:
- This is an educational kit and should be used in conjunction with a commercially available bike light.
With its low part count this easy build timer project makes a good introduction to electronics. The timer uses a resistor capacitor network to provide a time delay of between 1 second and 4 minutes, which is set by the PCB mount variable resistor. When the button is pressed the LED changes from red to green, then at the end of the time interval it turns red.
Features:
- Easy build timer kit.
- When the time set has been reached the LED changes colour.
- The time delay can be adjusted via the variable resistor.
Contents:
- 1 x 2AA Battery Cage.
- 1 x 47Ω Resistor.
- 2 x 10KΩ Resistors.
- 1 x 1MΩ Potentiometer.
- 1 x Capacitor, Electrolytic, 10V, 1 mF.
- 1 x BC558 PNP Transistor.
- 1 x Tri colour 5mm diffused LED - 650mCd.
- 1 x 6mm PCB Mount Tactile Switch 9.5mm Height.
- 1 x Easy Build Timer PCB
Dimensions:
- PCB Length: 54mm.
- PCB Width: 26mm.
Requires:
- 2 x AA batteries, available separately. Alternatively it can be powered by our easy build coin cell power board.
- Soldering Iron.
- Solder.
- Wire Cutters.
Resources:
Note:
- This kit requires soldering.
This kit uses a silent low current motor to spin a fan, making it perfect to circulate air through an air freshener containing potpourri or it can be used to move a light weight buggy. The electronics take no power in standby and when the switch is pressed the motor spins for up to 100 seconds. This time is adjustable via the on board variable resistor.
Features:
- Silent motor.
- Adjustable timer.
Contents:
- 1 x Battery Holder With Leads (2x AA).
- 1 x 1K Resistor 5%.
- 1 x 1M resistor.
- 1 x PCB Trimmer 1M POT.
- 1 x 16V 220uF Electrolytic Capacitor.
- 2 x BC547 NPN Transistor.
- 1 x Miniature Push to Make Switch, Red.
- 1 x Low Inertia Solar Motor - 1820 RPM.
- 1 x 55mm White Four Blade Miniature Impeller.
- 0.5m Connecting Wire.
- 1 x Air Freshener PCB.
Dimensions:
- Length: 46mm.
- Width: 28mm.
Requires:
- 2 x AA Batteries.
- OR 1 x Easy Build Coin Cell Power Board.
- Soldering Iron.
- Solder.
- Wire Cutters.
- Wire Strippers.
Resources:
This kit is supplied in a grip seal bag.
This temperature activated project kit is also available as a light activated project kit. The output of this board can be used to control other electronic circuits, turning them on automatically when it goes hot or cold.
The board has space for an LED with current limit resistor (both available separately) which will light when the output turns on.
The Darlington pair transistor configuration allows an output current of up to half an amp to be controlled. Operating voltage 3V to 10V (lower voltages allow for better adjustment of the switching point).
Features:
- The Temperature Switch Kit detects the temperature of its surroundings using a thermistor.
- The kit acts as an automated on/off switch (temperature dependent).
Contents:
- 1 x 47KΩ Potentiometer.
- 2 x BC337 NPN Transistors.
- 1 x Thermistor.
- 1 x 220Ω Resistor.
- 1 x Heat Activated Switch PCB
Possible applications include:
- Babies bath over temperature indicator.
- Automatic fan.
Dimensions:
- PCB Length: 53mm.
- PCB Width: 25.5mm.
Requires:
Resources:
Note:
- This kit requires soldering.
This is a versatile relay board kit that can easily be configured via jumpers and trimmer potentiometers to do a range of tasks.
Most sensor and switches can be connected to the input of the board and the trigger level set for the input device. This can be inverted if required, then there is the option to feed this straight to the relay or a timer of up to 25 minutes can be used. Irrespective of the state of the invert jumper whenever the sense LED goes from off to on the timer restarts.#
The board can run off any voltage from 4.5 to 6 volts.
The output cans switch DC or mains.
This datasheet details what the board does and how to use it along with some worked examples. A more detailed set of information including the build instructions & how to configure the kit can also be downloaded.
Click here to download the full teaching notes
WARNING: Using mains electricity can be dangerous and should only be attempted by qualified electricians.
This kit includes:
- 3 x 100Kohm resistors
- 3 x 220ohm resistors
- 1 x 47Kohm resistors
- 1 x 1Mohmpotentiometer
- 1 x 10Mohm potentiometer
- 2 x 1N4001 diodes
- 2 x 5mm red LEDs
- 1 x 100uF capacitors, electrolytic
- 1 x 4.7uF capacitors, electrolytic
- 1 x 2N7000 n-channel FET
- 2 x 2 way terminal blocks
- 1 x 3 way terminal blocks
- 1 x LM324 operational amplifier IC
- 1 x 14 pin IC holder
- 2 x 3 way pinstrip
- 2 x Jumpers
- 1 x Relay
- 1 x Relay board PCB
PCB dimensions: 86.5mm x 49mm.
This kit is supplied as a pack of parts and requires soldering.
The Kitronik Deluxe Rear Bike Light Kit is easy to build kit and is an excellent way to learn about the very popular 555 timer IC. The kit uses four ultra bright LEDs that can be operated in two modes; constant and flashing.
A key design aim of the kit was that it should conform to all relevant British Standard measures. Both the flash rate and brightness conform to British Standards for vehicle road lighting (2005), making it ideal for use as a rear bike light. Alternatively, it can be used as a night safety product or flashing eyes.
During testing we connected the kit to 3 x AAA batteries and ran it continuously. At 80 hours of continuous use the LEDs were still lit at full brightness. After 107 hours, although still lit, the brightness had dropped below the level at which you would want to use them. So, we estimate that with brand new batteries you could comfortably run the light for 2 hours of daily commuting for at least an entire month with the LEDs still at full brightness.
Features:
- An easy to build rear bike light project that conforms to British Standards for vehicle road lighting (2005) for both brightness and flash rate.
- Learn about the very popular 555 timer IC.
- The kit features 4 x bright LEDs.
- It has two operating modes; continuous and flashing.
- Its compact design makes it the ideal choice for designing custom enclosures.
Contains:
- 4 x Red 5mm Water Clear LED - 30deg - 9500mCd.
- 1 x On-Off-On Slide Switch.
- 1 x Capacitor, Electrolytic, 50V, 1uF.
- 1 x Capacitor, Ceramic, 50V, 10nF.
- 1 x 220K Resistor.
- 2 x 1K Resistor.
- 4 x 100R Resistor.
- 1 x BAT41 Signal Diode.
- 1 x 2N7000 N Channel FET.
- 1 x IC Socket 8 Pin.
- 1 x NE555 Timer IC.
- 1 x (3 x AAA) Battery Holder with pre-tinned flying leads.
- 1 x Deluxe Rear Bike Light PCB.
Dimensions:
- PCB Length: 52.6mm.
- PCB Width: 37.6mm.
- PCB Thickness: 1.6mm.
Video: https://youtu.be/KPPh7Nwa1ts
Requires:
- Soldering Iron.
- Solder.
- Wire Cutters.
- 3 x AAA Batteries.
Resources:
Take this step to enrich children's leisure lives, cultivate hands-on ability, and consolidate knowledge. Assisting teachers and parents in better physics teaching.
Aid young children and elementary school students to increase their physical knowledge in a hands-on form with a simple series circuits
Specifications:
- Color: Green Black (As Picture Show)
- Material: Plastic
- Battery: 2*AA Battery (Not included)
Package Contents:
1 x Bulb Holder
1 x Battery Holder
1 x Switch
1 x Bulb
1 x Conductive Line
(batteries not included)
Specifications:
The CamJam EduKit #2 is the latest edition to the EduKit family!
The kit is accompanied by a set of (currently 6) downloadable worksheets (or lesson plans for you educators!) that will take you through a series of exercises and projects, teaching you how to make the most of your kit. Whats best is that there is no soldering required, each high quality component is breadboard friendly!
All the worksheets are freely available to download from http://camjam.me/edukit
Kit Contents:
- 1 x Breadboard
- 1 x Immersible temperature Sensor
- 1 x PIR Sensor
- 1 x LDR
- 1 x Active Buzzer
- 1 x Red 10mm LED
- 1 x Blue 10mm LED
- 1 x 4.7K Resistor
- 2 x 330 Resistor
- 10 x M/F Jumper Wires
- 4 x M/M Jumper Wires
- 1 x Presentation Tin
Here are just 4 cool projects you could use the kit for:
- Make a burglar alarm for your bedroom.
- Switch on an LED when it gets dark.
- Have an alarm go off when it’s freezing outside.
- Test whether the light really does go off in the fridge when you shut the door.
Still not convinced? Check out these awesome articles on the kit!
- "CamJam Edukit 2 Launches at PiWars" - Raspi.tv
- "The CamJam EduKit 2 - Learn How To Use Sensors With The Raspberry Pi" - Average Man vs Raspberry Pi
The CamJam EduKit is a joint venture between The Pi Hut and the Cambridge Raspberry Jam (CamJam). Profits from the sale of the kit will go to CamJam so that they can continue their educational and community work.
The third in the series is here! The CamJam EduKit #3 is focused on robotics and contains (almost) everything you need to create your very own Raspberry Pi-powered robot.
All you need to do is to add your own chassis, Raspberry Pi (any model) & batteries! Then, follow the worksheets to make your own motorized buggy. Add the included sensors and you will soon be detecting objects in front of your robot and following line courses. Included in the kit are the following components:
- A custom-designed, pre-soldered motor controller board (with screw terminals)
- Two DC motors (with wires pre-soldered)
- Two custom red wheels (which go extra fast… because they’re red!)
- A ball castor (used as the ‘third wheel’ to your robot)
- A small breadboard (to create your circuits)
- Two pieces of strong 3M padded double-sided tape
- A battery box for 4 AA batteries (batteries not included)
- An ultrasonic distance sensor (for detecting objects in front of your robot)
- A line follower sensor (for detecting and following black lines)
- Resistors and jumper cables with which to complete your circuits
- A strong cardboard box to keep it all in… or to cut into to make your chassis!
All the worksheets are freely available to download from http://camjam.me/edukit
Got a 3D printer? Daniel Bull has very kindly designed an awesome chassis, available from Thingiverse ..
Alex Eames over at Raspi.TV got his hands on a prototype, here's what he did!
https://youtu.be/LJDEV7rGwaM
And here's a fantastic unboxing video from Average Man vs Raspberry Pi!
https://youtu.be/KPYWNXiItwo
And another review! This time from TheRaspberryPiGuy! Thanks Matt!
https://youtu.be/TMjd0UrH2PY
Description:
DIY Hand Cranked Power Generator kit
Material: ABS plastic and metal
Package includes:
1 x my first generator kit
Constructed of high quality material, durable and safe.
Mini motor model toy, a device for converting electrical energy into mechanical energy.
A series of physical science broaden kids and children's horizon, stimulating their curiosity.
Specifications:
Type: Motor Toy
Material: ABS, Electronic Components
Features: Durable, Energy Conversion Learning, Easy to Assemble, Miniature Size
Size: 60mm x 52mm x 37mm (Approx.)
Package Includes:
1 x Motor toy model
1 x Plastic propeller
The Basic Electricity circuit kit includes everything that you need to get started,provides a hands-on opportunity for students in grades 7-11 to build simple circuits. With our physics lab kit, you can build many interesting experiments, such as stair double-switch circuits, traffic lights, electromagnets, hand-cranked generators, series and parallel circuits, etc. The kit contains English instructions,it starts simple to gets little complex, and introduces various basic circuit experiments and magnetic knowledge.
Note: This set does not contain two AA batteries. You need to purchase 2 AA batteries to drive the circuit.
Package Includes:
2 x AA Batteries Holders
2 x Bulb Holders
5 x Bulbs
2 x Switches(SPDT)
1 x Switches(SPST)
1 x Hand crank generation model
1 x Compass
1 x Wind Power Car
1 x Screwdriver
10 x Cable
1 x Electromagnet
1 x Double LED board
1 x Transparent storage box
1 x Small wrench
Description
This package offers a year-long robotics course. The course commences with the fundamentals of robotics and coding as well as the importance of simulation.
Once the fundamentals are covered, students take part in a practical project where they’re required to build an automated hand sanitiser. An infra-red sensor will detect a hand and the system will discharge a small amount of soap or sanitiser. The second project in the course is a practical project called the Home Automation System. In this project, students will demonstrate the practical application of servo motors, temperature sensors, infrared sensors, fans, buzzers, lighting and a security system feature in a home automation system.
After completing these two practical projects, the course will introduce students to the world's most popular coding language: Python. Throughout the course, students will learn how to develop several applications such as Tic Tac Toe, Hangman and Pong. They’ll also be introduced to libraries such as Turtle to help grow their understanding of how programming works and how code is read by the computer.
OVERVIEW:
The Resolute Beginner’s Kit is a great way to get started in the world of robotics and coding. It includes all the components required to build projects like the Automated Hand Sanitiser, the Home Automation System and much more. There are also fun challenges to test the students’ understanding of what they’ve learned. This kit gives you access to an online platform where step-by-step video instructions are provided to help you learn and build with ease.
Additional Requirements:
- Internet Connection
- Laptop, PC or Mac
- 1.4 GHz CPU or higher
- Minimum of 10GB free storage on your device
- Recycled Material (such as cardboard)
- An Interest to Learn.
FEATURES:
- Video-based learning for each project, task and concept taught in the course.
- Plug and play: No soldering required, build your circuit in minutes.
Components:
- Arduino Uno
- Digital Multimeter (9V Battery Banana to crocodile cable included)
- Mini Screwdriver Set
- DC Motor Water Pump
- DC / DC Buck (LM2596)
- Analog Temperature Sensor Module
- Brushless Fan DC 5V
- AC Power Supply
- Reed sensor module (with Mini Magnets)
- Tubing
- Breadboard x 2
- 20cm Male-to-Female Jumper Cable x 2
- 65pcs Male-to-Male Jumper Wires x 2
- MG90S Metal Gear Micro Servo x 2
- Relay (5V 1 Channel Module) x 2
- 9V Battery Button Power Cable x 2
- USB Extension Cable
- Active Buzzer x 2
- Infrared Sensor x 4
- Push-button Pack
- Resistor Pack
- Variable Resistor Pack
- LED Pack
- RGB LED x 2
- Phototransistor
- Extra wires (8 core solid wire) for Breadboard use
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The course starts off with an introduction to the fundamentals of Arduino programming and electronic circuit theory fundamentals. Students will learn about simulation, sensors, automation and processing real-world data. They’ll get creative with a practical project like the Autonomous Line Following Car where an infrared sensor is used to detect a black line and the Arduino sends a set of instructions to the DC motors directing the car. 
Students will be challenged further by applying their programming and engineering skills to design and build an access control system. They’ll create their own security system by programming an RFID tag to automatically open a door, granting access to personnel only. Students will also learn to master the world's most popular coding language, Python. They’ll learn essential game development concepts such as controlling player and non-player sprites, implementing in-game physics and collision, object-oriented game design, randomization and artificial intelligence.
OVERVIEW:
The Resolute Advanced Kit is a great way for students to continue their robotics journey. It includes all the components needed to build a range of projects such as the Autonomous Line Following Car and Access Control using RFID tags. With a little bit of creativity, these components can be used to build hundreds of other projects. This kit gives you access to an online platform where step-by-step video instructions are given to help you learn and build with ease.
Additional Requirements:
- Internet Connection
- Laptop, PC or Mac
- Minimum 4 GB of RAM
- 1.4 GHz CPU or higher
- Minimum of 10GB free storage on your device
- Recycled Material (such as cardboard)
- An Interest to Learn.
FEATURES:
- Video-based learning for each project, task and concept taught in the course.
- Plug and play: No soldering required, build your circuit in minutes.
Components:
- Arduino Uno x 2
- Digital Multimeter (9V Battery Banana to crocodile cable included)
- Mini Screwdriver Set
- Smart Robot Car Chassis Kit
- RFID Tag reader (MFRC-522 RC522)
- 2000mAh Power Bank
- Breadboard x 2
- 20cm Male-to-Female Jumper Cable x 2
- 65pcs Male-to-Male Jumper Wires x 2
- MG90S Metal Gear Micro Servo x 3
- Relay (5V 1 Channel Module) x 3
- 9V Battery Button Power Cable
- USB Extension Cable
- Active Buzzer
- Infrared Sensor x 5
- Push-button Pack
- Resistor Pack
- Variable Resistor Pack
- LED Pack
- RGB LED
- Phototransistor
- Extra wires (8 core solid wire) for Breadboard use
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Description :
Cool and basic solar science experiment for the beginner. Simply connect the parts and see the magic of solar power.
What's in the box?
1 x Connection board with solar panel
1 x Connection board with Motor
1 x Jumper cables for connection boards
1 x Propeller (Colour of propeller is random)
This low-cost simple to use electronics kit will teach you electronics and coding with your Raspberry Pi Pico. (or Pico with presoldered headers)
Build ten great projects including: A touch switch, a thermometer, a light meter and lie detector and much MORE !
Specifications:
- Dimensions and Weight (closed box)
- Units Length 120 mm
- Width 105 mm
- Height 35 mm Weight 95 g
What's in the box ?
1 x Solderless Breadboard 400 point
10 x Male to male jumper wires
1 x Micro-servomotor and accessory bag
2 x Strip of 0.1inch 20way header pins
5 x 470Ω resistor
2 x 1kΩ resistor
1 x 4.7MΩ resistor
2 x Red LED
1 x RGB LED (10mm)
2 x Tactile push switch (2 pin)
1 x Phototransistor
1 x Piezo buzzer
Resources:
Instructions (PDF)
Datasheet (PDF) 
The Project Box for Raspberry Pi contains all the components needed, together with easy to follow instruction cards, in order to complete 10 simple projects involving LEDs, thermistor, phototransistor and switches and is an ideal starting point for anyone new to electronics and the Raspberry Pi.
Specifications:
This kit is an improved and updated version of the now retired Electronics Starter Kit for Raspberry Pi
A 40 page booklet by Simon Monk (author of the Raspberry Pi Cookbook and Programming Raspberry Pi) is free to download and explains how to use the kit and build the projects.
What's in the box ?
1 x Solderless breadboard
1 x Male to male jumper wires
1 x Female to Male Jumper Wires
1 x Raspberry Leaf
5 x 470Ω resistor (yellow, purple, brown stripes)
2 x 1kΩ resistor (brown, black, red)
1 x 4.7MΩ resistor (yellow, purple and green stripes)
1 x 330nF capacitor
2 x Red LED – the longer lead is the (positive) lead
1x RGB LED – the longest lead is the – (negative) lead
2 x Tactile push switch
1 x Phototransistor
1 x Thermistor
1 x Buzzer
Raspberry Pi is NOT INCLUDED
Resources :
Instructions (PDF)
