Electronics Beginners/Education
Tracking Robot Car Electronic DIY Kit With Reduction Motor
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 can 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)
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 simple kit offers a compact alternative to using two AA batteries.
The coin cell holder takes a CR2032 cell, which is included. There is a small on / off switch and pads with strain relief to take power from the board.
Coin cells can deliver about 20mA continuous current which is enough to power several of our kits such as the bike light and easy build timer.
This kit is supplied as a pack of parts and requires soldering.
PCB dimensions: 43.5mm x 28mm.
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.
Product description:
This easy build steady hand game kit requires no soldering. Terminal blocks are used to connect the battery pack, buzzer, game loop and wire, such that when the loop touches the wire the buzzer sounds.
Features:
- Requires no soldering.
- Steady hand loop game.
Contents (per kit):
- 1 x 2xAA Battery Cage with Leads.
- 1 x 60cm length Extra Flexible Wire, Black.
- 1 x 1m length Solid Core Cable.
- 1 x 10cm length Black Heat Shrink, 2.4mm.
- 4 x Terminal Block.
Requires:
- 2 x AA Batteries.
Resources:
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:
- Enrich children's leisure life, cultivate hands-on ability, and consolidate knowledge.
- Assisting teachers and parents in better physics teaching.
- Let kindergarten children and elementary school students learn physical knowledge, hands-on to form a simple series circuit
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)
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.
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
Contents:
Bar magnet:2pcs 1.97 inch Length
U-shape:1pcs 1.97 inch Length
Ring Ceramic magnet 6pcs
Compass(platisc material) 1pcs
Suspension experiment base:1pcs
Magnetic car:2pcs
iron filings box:1pcs
Caution: magnets are brittle, please don't drop
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
Our learn to solder pack is the ideal low cost solution for teaching soldering in the classroom/after school club. The pack provides all of the parts and PCB's required for a class size of 25 and also includes a 9V battery for testing purposes. Each pack comprises; 25 x PCBs, 100 x 100 ohm resistors, 25 x LED's, and a 9V PP3 battery.
We have also produced a step by step guide to soldering, which covers; equipment, solder, tinning & cleaning, soldering in 8 steps, de-soldering in five steps, wire preparation, examples of good and bad solder joints, basic PCB repair, resistor information, LED information, full step by step build information for the kit, and how the learn to solder kit works. This guide covers everything that you might need to discuss with students and can form the basis of your lesson plan.
Using the kits and the step by step guide, each student will solder four resistors and one LED to their PCB before pressing it to the terminals of the 9V battery to check that their board works. Using the guides they will be able to examine their own work and troubleshoot problems. The battery pads on the PCBs have been shaped inline with the battery terminals on a PP3 battery making it straightforward to see which way around it should be placed on the battery.
Features:
- Purpose built PCBs that can be tested, once built, with the supplied 9V PP3 battery.
- Low cost classroom pack for 25 students.
- Easy build kit.
- Full teaching resources and step by step guides available for this kit below.
Contents:
- 100 x 100 ohm Resistors.
- 25 x Red 5mm Diffused LED - 275mCd.
- 25 x Learn To Solder PCBs.
- 1 x 9V Zinc Chloride PP3 Battery.
Dimensions:
- Built Height: 11mm.
- PCB Length: 31mm.
- PCB Width: 21mm.
- PCB Height: 1.5mm.
Video available at https://youtu.be/dEw0PLsPjDM
Requires:
Resources:
The colour changing LED in this kit is automatically illuminated and starts to cycle through various patterns when the light sensor has detected that is dark. The kit uses the light activated board with a colour changing LED. The kit includes the light activated switch project kit (part 2112), accompanied by a battery clip, battery cage and rainbow LED. All individually bagged and ready for your students to build.
Features:
- When in darkness, this Easy Build Kit generates an array of different coloured illuminations using a Colour Changing LED.
Contents:
- 1 x 100KΩ Potentiometer.
- 2 x BC337 NPN Transistor.
- 1 x 220Ω Resistor.
- 1 x LDR (Light Dependent Resistor).
- 1 x Colour Changing (Rainbow) LED.
- 1 x PP3 Clip Leads.
- 1 x 4AA Battery Holder.
- 1 x Night Light PCB
Dimensions:
- PCB Length: 53mm.
- PCB Width: 25.5mm.
Requires:
- 4 x AA Batteries.
- Soldering Iron.
- Solder.
- Wire Cutters.
Resources:
Note:
- This kit requires soldering.