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Standard stripboard is great for prototyping and building circuits but it can be time consuming to use with components with certain pin configurations such as IC's. Much time has to be spent breaking tracks to ensure no shorts exist across opposite component pins. This board gets around that problem by having isolated groups of pins. 

Solderable PCB breadboards, single-sided PCB, matches breadboards with Power Rails. These boards are especially useful for preserving a prototype or experiment you just created on a solderless breadboard by soldering all the pieces in place.

Specifications

• Material: Bakelite
• Length: 100mm
• Width: 50mm
• Thickness: 1.2mm
• Hole Diameter: 1mm

What's in the box?

1 x Single Sided Copper Prototype PCB Breadboard

Resources

Introduction to soldering
Video: How to solder properly
The secrets to good soldering

A key point is that BMP280 is compatible with two digital interfaces, I2C and SPI. This digital barometer has some interesting applications. By measuring the absolute pressure of the environment and converting this into altitude. you will have a reliable sensor for determining the height of your robot, plane or projectile. This sensor is capable of achieving an accuracy of 1m, with noise of only 17cm in ultra-high resolution. The device will operate at only 0.3uA meaning low current draw for battery powered applications.

Specifications

• 1.8V to 3.6V Supply Voltage
• Low power consumption - 0.5uA at 1Hz
• I2C interface
• Max I2C Speed: 3.5 MHz
• Very low noise - up to 0.02hPa (17cm)
• Fully calibrated
• Pressure Range: 300hPa to 1100hPa ( 9000m to -500m)
• Weight: 1.18g
• Size: 21mm x 18mm

What's in the box?

1 x BMP280 Digital Barometric Pressure Sensor Board Module
1 x Male to Male 4 pin header

Resources

Using the BMP280 with Raspberry Pi

NFC NTAG213 tag stickers are small adhesive tags that use Near Field Communication (NFC) technology to wirelessly transfer data when placed close to a compatible device, like a smartphone. The NTAG213 chip is specifically designed for simple and versatile NFC applications, featuring a memory size of 144 bytes and operating at a frequency of 13.56 MHz. These stickers are popular for a wide range of applications, including:

1. Smart Home Automation: Can be placed on objects or around the house to trigger actions on NFC-enabled smartphones, such as turning on lights or setting up scenes.
  
2. Contactless Sharing: Used for storing small amounts of information like URLs, contact information, or Wi-Fi credentials, making it easy to share with others by tapping a smartphone.

3. Inventory and Asset Management: Can be used in retail, warehouses, or offices for tracking items, verifying authenticity, or updating inventory records quickly with a mobile device.

4. Marketing and Event Management: Often used in events, businesses, or museums where visitors can tap their phones on the sticker to get more information about an exhibit, product, or promotion.

5. Access Control: Can be programmed to unlock doors or perform secure actions when authenticated with compatible devices.

These tags are typically very affordable, making them a popular choice for many personal and business-related NFC applications.

What's in the box?

10 x 13.56MHz RFID stickers

This continuous rotation servo converts standard RC servo position pulses into continuous rotation speed. The default rest point is 1.5 ms, but this can be adjusted by using a small screwdriver to turn the middle-point adjustment potentiometer. Pulse widths above the rest point result in counterclockwise rotation, with speed increasing as the pulse width increases; pulse widths below the rest point result in clockwise rotation, with speed increasing as the pulse width decreases.

Specifications

• Product model: SG90
• Colour: Blue
• Dimensions: 22.8 x 22.4 x 12mm
• Rotation Angle: 360°( Continuous rotation)
• Operating Speed: 0.1 second/ 60 degree(4.8V).
• Gear Medium: NylonOperating
• Mode: AnalogControl
• Signal: PWMStall
• Torque: 1.5kg/cmTemperature
• Range: 0 ℃- 55 ℃
• Dead Band Width: 10usec.
• Operating Voltage: 4.8VPlug
• Connector Wire Length: 250mm(Brown: Negative; Red: Positive; Orange: Pulse Input)
• Accessories: Multi-arm, Fixing screws
• Application: Mini Car / Mini Ship / Helicopter & Airplane
• Steering Gear Control: The control of the steering gear generally requires a time base pulse of about 20ms, and the high level part of the pulse is generally the angle control pulse part in the range of 0.5ms~2.5ms.

Servo 360 Degree - The steering gear is actually equivalent to a geared motor with infinitely variable speed, which can control the speed and direction of the rotation. There is no 0-360 degree angle control function.

What's in the box?

1 x Micro 360 Degree Continuous Rotation Servo

Build Your DIY Powered Models, Solar Display and Solar Toys. This 4V solar panel is lightweight, and durable, making it perfect for any small on the go project.

Specifications

• Power: 1.5W
• Voltage: 4V
• Size: 114mm x 58mm

What's in the box?

1 x 4.5V Solar panel

Ideal for intricate circuit prototyping and point-to-point modifications, this ultra-thin 30AWG red wire is the finest gauge in our inventory. Supplied on a generous spool of approximately 10 meters per colour, this tin-plated copper wire offers exceptional solderability and holds its shape reliably when routed around tight spaces. Also known as wire-wrapping wire, it is a staple for any regular electronics workbench. We highly recommend pair-using it with dedicated 30AWG wire strippers to prevent damaging the core.

Specifications

Colour: Red, Blue, Green, Yellow, Black, White

Gauge: 30AWG (0.255mm diameter / 0.05 mm² cross-section)

Length: 10m per spool

Conductor: Tin-Plated Copper (Oxidation Resistant)

Insulation: Silicon (Rated up to 200°C)

What's in the box?

This is low cost LDR (Light Dependent Resistor). Basically it is a light sensitive resistor, the resistance will decrease when the surface is expose to light. It is widely used to detect Day or Night, example in automatic car porch light. 

Features

• Use as a resistor, just two terminals, no polarity
• Small size LDR
• Resistance decreases when it is expose to higher light intensity
• Normally use with another Resistor as voltage divider

What's in the box?

10 x 5528
10 x 5506
10 x 5516
10 x 5537
10 x 5539

Resources

• SK40C tutorial page, or project 9.
• About Photo resistors

Nylon standoffs are essential components in electronic projects, particularly in applications where circuit boards need to be securely mounted within an enclosure or chassis.

Here's how they are typically used:

1. Board Mounting: Nylon standoffs are used to elevate and secure printed circuit boards (PCBs) within an electronic enclosure or chassis. They provide a stable platform for the PCB, preventing it from coming into contact with conductive surfaces that could cause short circuits.

2. Mechanical Support: Standoffs act as spacers between the PCB and the mounting surface, ensuring proper ventilation and preventing heat buildup. This is crucial for maintaining the integrity of sensitive electronic components.

3. Isolation: Nylon standoffs help to electrically isolate the PCB from the chassis or enclosure. This isolation is essential for preventing electrical interference, reducing the risk of noise and signal degradation, and enhancing overall circuit performance.

4. Easy Access: Standoffs facilitate easy access to the PCB for maintenance, repairs, or upgrades. By raising the board above the mounting surface, technicians can easily reach components and make necessary adjustments without disassembling the entire system.

5. Vibration Dampening: In applications where vibration is a concern, nylon standoffs can help dampen vibrations transmitted to the PCB, thereby reducing the risk of component failure or solder joint fatigue over time.

Overall, nylon standoffs play a crucial role in ensuring the structural integrity, electrical isolation, and proper functioning of electronic systems. Their versatility and reliability make them indispensable components in a wide range of electronic projects.

What's in the box?

1 x Nylon Standoff M3 x 6mm

Nylon standoffs are essential components in electronic projects, particularly in applications where circuit boards need to be securely mounted within an enclosure or chassis.

Here's how they are typically used:

1. Board Mounting: Nylon standoffs are used to elevate and secure printed circuit boards (PCBs) within an electronic enclosure or chassis. They provide a stable platform for the PCB, preventing it from coming into contact with conductive surfaces that could cause short circuits.

2. Mechanical Support: Standoffs act as spacers between the PCB and the mounting surface, ensuring proper ventilation and preventing heat buildup. This is crucial for maintaining the integrity of sensitive electronic components.

3. Isolation: Nylon standoffs help to electrically isolate the PCB from the chassis or enclosure. This isolation is essential for preventing electrical interference, reducing the risk of noise and signal degradation, and enhancing overall circuit performance.

4. Easy Access: Standoffs facilitate easy access to the PCB for maintenance, repairs, or upgrades. By raising the board above the mounting surface, technicians can easily reach components and make necessary adjustments without disassembling the entire system.

5. Vibration Dampening: In applications where vibration is a concern, nylon standoffs can help dampen vibrations transmitted to the PCB, thereby reducing the risk of component failure or solder joint fatigue over time.

Overall, nylon standoffs play a crucial role in ensuring the structural integrity, electrical isolation, and proper functioning of electronic systems. Their versatility and reliability make them indispensable components in a wide range of electronic projects.

What's in the box?

1 x Nylon Standoff M3 x 12mm