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This page will attempt to put together a list of parts for a "cheap" arduino kit that might | This page will attempt to put together a list of parts for a "cheap" arduino kit that might | ||
| − | be suitable for school use. We will start sourcing on ebay and amazon, then perhaps branch out. | + | be suitable for school use. We will start sourcing on ebay and amazon, then perhaps branch out. Next i would like to look at https://www.aliexpress.com/ which seems to have even lower prices and longer lead times. |
Be aware that sources and prices change fast so this will get out of date fast. | Be aware that sources and prices change fast so this will get out of date fast. | ||
= Components = | = Components = | ||
| − | *Arduinos -- must be usb | + | Lets assume that we have 10 students and they will work in teams of pairs. For some components each team will need one component ( Arduino and BreadBoard ) for others one kit will do for a whole class. |
| + | A few of the components we will scrounge up. | ||
| + | |||
| + | Here is what we are looking for: | ||
| + | |||
| + | *Arduinos -- must be usb ( will need usb cables ) | ||
*Prototyping Bread Board | *Prototyping Bread Board | ||
*Wire for proto board | *Wire for proto board | ||
| − | * | + | *LED |
| − | ** IR | + | *Power Supply |
| + | *IR transmitter/receiver - cause remote control is cool. | ||
| + | *More sensors and actuators. | ||
| + | |||
| + | == Sourcing == | ||
| + | |||
| + | I will assume that the buyer has Amazon Prime, and that the Ebay prices include ( the often free ) shipping. | ||
| + | Note that Prime shipping is usually much faster than Ebay, and while its prices ( now ) seem to be higher, the time factor sometimes makes it worth it. | ||
| + | |||
| + | <!----------- | ||
| + | |||
| + | *Ebay $xx per unit | ||
| + | *Amazon $xx- $7.00 per unit ( higher price has voltage regulator ) | ||
| + | |||
| + | *So for a class of 10, 10 units: Ebay $xx, Amazon $xx | ||
| + | |||
| + | |||
| + | -------------> | ||
= Arduino = | = Arduino = | ||
| − | *USB | + | *Ebay $4.00 per unit with cable |
| + | *Amazon $5.00- $7.00 per unit ( higher price has voltage regulator ) no cable | ||
| + | |||
| + | *So for a class of 10, 10 units: Ebay $40., Amazon $50. | ||
| + | |||
| + | == Criteria == | ||
| + | |||
| + | *USB it turns out there are two common types CH340G and FTDI | ||
| + | ** CH340G about $2.00 cheaper per unit, may be harder to find drivers | ||
| + | ** FTDI easier to find drivers?? more or less the old standard | ||
*Proto Board Friendly | *Proto Board Friendly | ||
*Willing to do some soldering to save money | *Willing to do some soldering to save money | ||
*Indifferent to speed or lots of IO as long as it has the basics | *Indifferent to speed or lots of IO as long as it has the basics | ||
| + | *Cable for usb nice but seems to add $1.00 on ebay | ||
| + | == Some Links == | ||
| − | + | * Search sting suggestion: '''arduino nano usb with cable CH340G FTDI''' | |
| + | |||
| + | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odkw=arduino+nano+usb+with+cable&_osacat=0&_from=R40&_trksid=p2045573.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.H0.Xarduino+nano+usb+with+cable+ftdi.TRS2&_nkw=arduino+nano+usb+with+cable+ftdi&_sacat=0 arduino nano usb with cable ftdi | eBay ]''' | ||
| + | |||
| + | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odkw=ir+transmitter&_sop=15&_osacat=42892&_from=R40&_trksid=p2045573.m570.l1311.R10.TR11.TRC1.A0.H1.Xir+remote.TRS0&_nkw=ir+remote+arduino&_sacat=42892 ir remote arduino in Industrial Automation Controls | eBay ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/itm/Nano-V3-0-with-ATMEGA328P-FT232RL-FTDI-Micro-controller-Module-for-Arduino-D/292008532657?epid=928175364&hash=item43fd109ab1:g:PPUAAOSwI3RW~JH9 Nano V3.0 with ATMEGA328P FT232RL FTDI Micro-controller Module for Arduino #D | eBay ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/itm/Nano-V3-0-with-ATMEGA328P-FT232RL-FTDI-Micro-controller-Module-for-Arduino-ST/162577079093?hash=item25da595b35:g:PPUAAOSwI3RW~JH9 Nano V3.0 with ATMEGA328P FT232RL FTDI Micro-controller Module for Arduino ST | eBay ]''' | ||
| + | |||
| + | *'''[https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=arduino+nano+usb+ftdi&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Aarduino+nano+usb+ftdi Amazon.com: arduino nano usb ftdi ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.amazon.com/Gikfun-ATMEGA328-Arduino-Compatible-EK6013x3_P/dp/B073192Q6G/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1510241824&sr=8-5&keywords=arduino+nano+usb+with+cable+ftdi Amazon.com: Gikfun ATMEGA328 5V 16Mhz For Arduino Pro Mini Compatible Nano EK6013x3_P: Computers & Accessories ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.amazon.com/Controller-UCEC-Development-Atmega328p-Compatible/dp/B0744H8ZWB/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1510241869&sr=8-3&keywords=arduino+nano+usb+ftdi Amazon.com: Nano V3.0 Micro Controller, UCEC Module Development Board Atmega328p Ft232rl FTDI 5V-12V 16MHz 328, Compatible with Arduino, Pack of 4: Computers & Accessories ]''' | ||
= Proto Board = | = Proto Board = | ||
| + | *Ebay $2.50 per unit | ||
| + | *Amazon $3.00 - $7.00 per unit ( higher price has voltage regulator ) | ||
| + | |||
| + | *So for a class of 10, 10 units: Ebay $25.00, Amazon $70.00 | ||
| + | |||
| + | == Criteria == | ||
| + | |||
| + | *830 points, not a mini board | ||
| + | |||
| + | |||
| + | == Some Links == | ||
| + | |||
| + | * Search sting suggestion: '''electronics breadboard 830 -mini''' | ||
| + | |||
| + | |||
| + | *'''[https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=electronics+breadboard+830+-mini&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Aelectronics+breadboard+830+-mini Amazon.com: electronics breadboard 830 -mini ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.amazon.com/Breadboard-Supply-Module-Circboard-Prototyping/dp/B01DTUGW36/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1509827178&sr=8-5&keywords=electronics+breadboard+-mini 830 Ties Breadboard+5V/3.3V Power Supply Module+65PCS Jumper Wires Kit for Proto Shield Circboard Prototyping: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.amazon.com/QX-Electronics-Breadboard-Solderless-Prototype/dp/B07254KYM5/ref=sr_1_52?ie=UTF8&qid=1509827265&sr=8-52&keywords=electronics+breadboard+-mini QX Electronics 3.3V/5V MB102 Breadboard power module+MB-102 830 points Solderless Prototype Bread board kit +65 Flexible jumper wires: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.amazon.com/Elegoo-Breadboard-Solderless-Distribution-Connecting/dp/B01EV6LJ7G/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1509827285&sr=8-6&keywords=electronics+breadboard+830+-mini Amazon.com: Elegoo 3pcs MB-102 Breadboard 830 Point Solderless Prototype PCB Board Kit for Arduino Proto Shield Distribution Connecting Blocks: Industrial & Scientific ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.amazon.com/Elegoo-tie-points-Breadboard-Solderless-compatible/dp/B0746GHTZN/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1509827285&sr=8-9&keywords=electronics+breadboard+830+-mini Amazon.com: Elegoo 4 pieces 830 tie-points Breadboard kits Solderless Breadboard with 4 Colors for Arduino kits compatible with UNO R3 Mega 2560 Nano: Computers & Accessories ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.amazon.com/Ramsey-WBU202-Breadboard-830-Points/dp/B0002U3BCW/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1509827285&sr=8-12&keywords=electronics+breadboard+830+-mini Amazon.com: Ramsey WBU202 Breadboard - 830 Tie Points: MP3 Players & Accessories ]''' | ||
| + | |||
| + | |||
| + | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2380057.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.H0.TRS0&_nkw=electronics+breadboard+830+-mini&_sacat=0 electronics breadboard 830 -mini | eBay ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/itm/Solderless-Prototype-Breadboard-830-Points-Clear-Bread-Board-Electronics/282570203643?hash=item41ca7f21fb:g:3jYAAOSwfIxZZ6el Solderless Prototype Breadboard 830 Points Clear Bread Board Electronics | eBay ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/itm/Solderless-Prototype-Breadboard-830-Points-Clear-Electronics-Prototyping/272815190402?hash=item3f850d7182:g:KewAAOSwTZtZm3Zn Solderless Prototype Breadboard 830 Points Clear Electronics Prototyping | eBay ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/itm/Solderless-Prototype-PCB-Breadboard-830-Points-Holes-Clear-Electronics/292173113819?hash=item4406dfe9db:g:MlUAAOSw6YtZXIsI Solderless Prototype PCB Breadboard 830 Points Holes Clear Electronics | eBay ]''' | ||
= Proto Wire = | = Proto Wire = | ||
| + | |||
| + | Cost $0.00 | ||
| + | |||
| + | Salvage from old phone wire or ethernet cable. | ||
| + | |||
| + | = Power Supply = | ||
| + | |||
| + | Cost $0.00 | ||
| + | |||
| + | At low currents ( no motors for example ) use the computer's supply ( through usb ). At | ||
| + | higher currents use salvage stuff, old wall warts, and computer power supplies. | ||
= IR Sensor = | = IR Sensor = | ||
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= IR Transmitter = | = IR Transmitter = | ||
Seem easy to get with sensor so go for both. | Seem easy to get with sensor so go for both. | ||
| − | |||
| − | |||
| − | + | *Ebay, about $1.50 per unit | |
| + | *Amazon arout $6.00 per unit | ||
| + | |||
| + | *So for a class of 10, 5 units: Ebay $7.50, Amazon $30.00 | ||
| + | == Some Links == | ||
| + | |||
| + | * Search sting suggestion: '''ir remote arduino''' | ||
*'''[https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odkw=ir+transmitter&_sop=15&_osacat=42892&_from=R40&_trksid=p2045573.m570.l1311.R10.TR11.TRC1.A0.H1.Xir+remote.TRS0&_nkw=ir+remote+arduino&_sacat=42892 ir remote arduino in Industrial Automation Controls | eBay ]''' | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odkw=ir+transmitter&_sop=15&_osacat=42892&_from=R40&_trksid=p2045573.m570.l1311.R10.TR11.TRC1.A0.H1.Xir+remote.TRS0&_nkw=ir+remote+arduino&_sacat=42892 ir remote arduino in Industrial Automation Controls | eBay ]''' | ||
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*'''[https://www.ebay.com/itm/HX1838-VS1838-Arduino-Infrared-IR-Wireless-Remote-Control-Sensor-Module-Kits-ESU/222698617214?epid=509509457&hash=item33d9df397e:g:rYMAAOSwZVlXlkRC HX1838 VS1838 Arduino Infrared IR Wireless Remote Control Sensor Module Kits ESU | eBay ]''' | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/itm/HX1838-VS1838-Arduino-Infrared-IR-Wireless-Remote-Control-Sensor-Module-Kits-ESU/222698617214?epid=509509457&hash=item33d9df397e:g:rYMAAOSwZVlXlkRC HX1838 VS1838 Arduino Infrared IR Wireless Remote Control Sensor Module Kits ESU | eBay ]''' | ||
| − | |||
*'''[https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=+Infrared+Remote+Control+Module+&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3A+Infrared+Remote+Control+Module+ Amazon.com: Infrared Remote Control Module ]''' | *'''[https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=+Infrared+Remote+Control+Module+&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3A+Infrared+Remote+Control+Module+ Amazon.com: Infrared Remote Control Module ]''' | ||
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= LED and Suitable Resistor = | = LED and Suitable Resistor = | ||
*Some color | *Some color | ||
| − | *Some Bright White ?? | + | *Some some white |
| + | *No multi colored or built in blink at leas for now. | ||
| + | * will need current limiting resistors, see resistors section. | ||
| + | Get in kits, one kit per class of 10 ( or more ) should do. | ||
| + | |||
| + | *'''[https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=sr_pg_2?rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Aled+for+electronics&page=2&keywords=led+for+electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1509829470 Amazon.com: led for electronics ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.amazon.com/Elfeland-Emitting-Assorted-Diffused-Electronic/dp/B01MU07JXX/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1509829470&sr=8-3&keywords=led+for+electronics Amazon.com: Elfeland 750pcs ( 5 colors x 150pcs) LED Light Emitting Diodes 3mm Round Assorted Color 2pin Diffused LED Electronic Parts White Red Yellow Blue Green Box Kit: Home Improvement ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.amazon.com/Bluecell-White-Electronics-Ultra-Bright/dp/B005ONQ41W/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1509829470&sr=8-4&keywords=led+for+electronics Bluecell 50 PCS White LED Electronics 5mm Ultra Bright - Led Household Light Bulbs - Amazon.com ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.amazon.com/Diffused-Lighting-Electronics-Components-Emitting/dp/B01C3ZZT2I/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1509829470&sr=8-8&keywords=led+for+electronics Chanzon 60 pcs(6 colors x 10 pcs) 5mm LED Diode Lights Arduino Assored Kit Pack (Diffused Round DC 3V 20mA ) Lighting Bulb Lamps Electronics Components 5 mm Light Emitting Diodes Parts - - Amazon.com ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.amazon.com/eBoot-Pieces-Emitting-Diodes-Assorted/dp/B06XPV4CSH/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1509829470&sr=8-11&keywords=led+for+electronics eBoot 100 Pieces Clear LED Light Emitting Diodes LED Lamp Assorted Kit 10 Colors 5 mm - - Amazon.com ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.amazon.com/Diffused-Lighting-Electronics-Components-Emitting/dp/B01C3W6NSK/ref=sr_1_21?ie=UTF8&qid=1509829556&sr=8-21&keywords=led+for+electronics Chanzon 60 pcs(6 colors x 10 pcs) 3mm LED Diode Lights Assored Kit Pack (Diffused Round DC 3V 20mA ) Lighting Bulb Lamps Electronics Components 3 mm Light Emitting Diodes Parts - - Amazon.com ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odkw=led+kit&_osacat=0&_from=R40&_trksid=p2045573.m570.l2632.R2.TR6.TRC1.A0.H0.Xled+ass.TRS0&_nkw=led+assortment&_sacat=92074 led assortment in Electrical and Test Equipment | eBay ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/itm/200-pcs-3mm-5mm-LED-Light-White-Yellow-Red-Green-Assortment-Kit-for-Arduino/222107543639?epid=1967974806&hash=item33b6a42857:g:BaUAAOSwo6lWJ91E 200 pcs 3mm 5mm LED Light White Yellow Red Green Assortment Kit for Arduino | eBay ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/itm/200Pcs-3mm-5mm-LED-Light-White-Yellow-Red-Blue-Green-Assortment-Diodes-DIY-Kit/162302129464?_trkparms=aid%3D555017%26algo%3DPL.CASSINI%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D41376%26meid%3D4bf10a11700742cf8d35bf26163c94f8%26pid%3D100506%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D1%26&_trksid=p2045573.c100506.m3226 200Pcs 3mm 5mm LED Light White Yellow Red Blue Green Assortment Diodes DIY Kit | eBay ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/itm/500pcs-White-Yellow-Red-Blue-Green-3mm-LED-Light-Assortment-Diodes-Kit-Set-Tool/272853169379?epid=2022255357&hash=item3f8750f4e3:g:owwAAOSwMtxXvmum 500pcs White Yellow Red Blue Green 3mm LED Light Assortment Diodes Kit Set Tool | eBay ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/itm/300pcs-Five-Colors-3mm-20mA-Round-Bright-Light-LED-Diode-Lamp-Assortment-kit/172811988028?hash=item283c65ac3c:g:aFIAAOSwKJRZiVZZ 300pcs Five Colors 3mm 20mA Round Bright Light LED Diode Lamp Assortment kit | eBay ]''' | ||
| + | |||
| + | = Resistors = | ||
| + | for LED and what ever | ||
| + | |||
| + | |||
| + | Ebay about $10.00 per kit | ||
| + | |||
| + | One kit per class $10.00 | ||
| + | |||
| + | |||
| + | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odkw=500+ohm+resistor+1%2F4+watt&_osacat=92074&_from=R40&_trksid=p2045573.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.H0.X470+ohm+resistor+1%2F4+watt.TRS0&_nkw=470+ohm+resistor+1%2F4+watt&_sacat=92074 470 ohm resistor 1/4 watt in Electrical and Test Equipment | eBay ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2380057.m570.l1311.R1.TR11.TRC1.A0.H0.Xresistor+asso.TRS0&_nkw=resistor+assortment&_sacat=0 resistor assortment | eBay ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/itm/2600-pcs-130-Values-1-4W-0-25W-1ohm-3M-Resistor-Resistors-Kit-Assortment-Set/282373354523?epid=583680073&hash=item41bec3741b:g:ww4AAOSw4CFYsM0W 2600 pcs 130 Values 1/4W 0.25W 1ohm 3M Resistor Resistors Kit Assortment Set | eBay ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/itm/64-values-1280-pcs-1ohm-10M-ohm-W-Metal-Film-Resistor-Resistors-Assortment-Kit/321801231943?epid=1651404157&hash=item4aecd91e47:g:GkkAAOSw0UdXsLyv 64 values 1280 pcs 1ohm-10M ohm ¼W Metal Film Resistor Resistors Assortment Kit | eBay ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/itm/Set-of-1000x-1-4W-50-Values-1-1M-ohm-Carbon-Film-Resistors-Assortment-Kit-J9N8/361865869884?_trkparms=aid%3D555019%26algo%3DPL.BANDIT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D41376%26meid%3De0ca4dfc5dd04aacbc529ac3d2f312fe%26pid%3D100505%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D1%26&_trksid=p2045573.c100505.m3226 Set of 1000x 1/4W 50 Values 1 - 1M ohm Carbon Film Resistors Assortment Kit J9N8 | eBay ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/itm/64-values-1280-pcs-1ohm-10M-ohm-W-Metal-Film-Resistor-Resistors-Assortment-Kit/221903164710?epid=1651404157&hash=item33aa759526:g:lNcAAOSwU~FWDzbT 64 values 1280 pcs 1ohm-10M ohm ¼W Metal Film Resistor Resistors Assortment Kit | eBay ]''' | ||
= LCD = | = LCD = | ||
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= Stepper Motor and Driver = | = Stepper Motor and Driver = | ||
| + | |||
| + | *Ebay $2.50 | ||
| + | *Amazon $3.00 ( 5 at a time ) | ||
| + | |||
| + | *'''[https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_3_19?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=28byj-48+stepper+motor+and+uln2003+driver&sprefix=Stepper+Motor+28byj%2Caps%2C620&crid=2NBSWPMZS1WPU Amazon.com: 28byj-48 stepper motor and uln2003 driver ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2380057.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.H0.XStepper+Motor+28byj.TRS0&_nkw=Stepper+Motor+28byj&_sacat=0 Stepper Motor 28byj | eBay ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.amazon.com/LAFVIN-28BYJ-48-ULN2003-Stepper-Arduino/dp/B076KDFSGT/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1509827771&sr=8-2-spons&keywords=28byj-48+stepper+motor+and+uln2003+driver&psc=1 Amazon.com : LAFVIN 5 sets 28BYJ-48 ULN2003 5V Stepper Motor + ULN2003 Driver Board for Arduino : Camera & Photo ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/itm/DC-5V-Stepper-Motor-28BYJ-48-ULN2003-Driver-Test-Module-Board-fit-for-Arduino/282286366311?hash=item41b9941e67:m:mtDPLQ_WHYVQxX0vFnwY2mA DC 5V Stepper Motor 28BYJ-48 + ULN2003 Driver Test Module Board fit for Arduino | eBay ]''' | ||
| + | *'''[https://www.ebay.com/itm/28BYJ-48-Arduino-5V-4Phase-Stepper-Motor-ULN2003-Driver-Test-Module-Board/172778342748?hash=item283a64495c:g:dLUAAOSw4SlV8kBI 28BYJ-48 Arduino 5V 4Phase Stepper Motor+ULN2003 Driver Test Module Board | eBay ]''' | ||
= Servo Motor = | = Servo Motor = | ||
= Laser = | = Laser = | ||
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| + | |||
| + | |||
| + | = Tools = | ||
| + | |||
| + | * Needle Nose Pliers | ||
| + | * Wire Cutters | ||
| + | * Wire Strippers | ||
| + | * Multi Meter | ||
| + | * Soldering Iron and solder ( beware ) | ||
| + | * Small screw driver and similar tools | ||
| + | |||
| + | |||
| + | [[Category:Draft]] [[Category:Arduino/RaspberryPi]][[Category:Arduino]] | ||
Latest revision as of 06:12, 14 November 2017
This page will attempt to put together a list of parts for a "cheap" arduino kit that might be suitable for school use. We will start sourcing on ebay and amazon, then perhaps branch out. Next i would like to look at https://www.aliexpress.com/ which seems to have even lower prices and longer lead times. Be aware that sources and prices change fast so this will get out of date fast.
Contents
Components[edit]
Lets assume that we have 10 students and they will work in teams of pairs. For some components each team will need one component ( Arduino and BreadBoard ) for others one kit will do for a whole class. A few of the components we will scrounge up.
Here is what we are looking for:
- Arduinos -- must be usb ( will need usb cables )
- Prototyping Bread Board
- Wire for proto board
- LED
- Power Supply
- IR transmitter/receiver - cause remote control is cool.
- More sensors and actuators.
Sourcing[edit]
I will assume that the buyer has Amazon Prime, and that the Ebay prices include ( the often free ) shipping. Note that Prime shipping is usually much faster than Ebay, and while its prices ( now ) seem to be higher, the time factor sometimes makes it worth it.
Arduino[edit]
- Ebay $4.00 per unit with cable
- Amazon $5.00- $7.00 per unit ( higher price has voltage regulator ) no cable
- So for a class of 10, 10 units: Ebay $40., Amazon $50.
Criteria[edit]
- USB it turns out there are two common types CH340G and FTDI
- CH340G about $2.00 cheaper per unit, may be harder to find drivers
- FTDI easier to find drivers?? more or less the old standard
- Proto Board Friendly
- Willing to do some soldering to save money
- Indifferent to speed or lots of IO as long as it has the basics
- Cable for usb nice but seems to add $1.00 on ebay
Some Links[edit]
- Search sting suggestion: arduino nano usb with cable CH340G FTDI
- ir remote arduino in Industrial Automation Controls | eBay
- Nano V3.0 with ATMEGA328P FT232RL FTDI Micro-controller Module for Arduino #D | eBay
- Nano V3.0 with ATMEGA328P FT232RL FTDI Micro-controller Module for Arduino ST | eBay
- Amazon.com: arduino nano usb ftdi
- Amazon.com: Gikfun ATMEGA328 5V 16Mhz For Arduino Pro Mini Compatible Nano EK6013x3_P: Computers & Accessories
- Amazon.com: Nano V3.0 Micro Controller, UCEC Module Development Board Atmega328p Ft232rl FTDI 5V-12V 16MHz 328, Compatible with Arduino, Pack of 4: Computers & Accessories
Proto Board[edit]
- Ebay $2.50 per unit
- Amazon $3.00 - $7.00 per unit ( higher price has voltage regulator )
- So for a class of 10, 10 units: Ebay $25.00, Amazon $70.00
Criteria[edit]
- 830 points, not a mini board
Some Links[edit]
- Search sting suggestion: electronics breadboard 830 -mini
- Amazon.com: electronics breadboard 830 -mini
- 830 Ties Breadboard+5V/3.3V Power Supply Module+65PCS Jumper Wires Kit for Proto Shield Circboard Prototyping: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific
- QX Electronics 3.3V/5V MB102 Breadboard power module+MB-102 830 points Solderless Prototype Bread board kit +65 Flexible jumper wires: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific
- Amazon.com: Elegoo 3pcs MB-102 Breadboard 830 Point Solderless Prototype PCB Board Kit for Arduino Proto Shield Distribution Connecting Blocks: Industrial & Scientific
- Amazon.com: Elegoo 4 pieces 830 tie-points Breadboard kits Solderless Breadboard with 4 Colors for Arduino kits compatible with UNO R3 Mega 2560 Nano: Computers & Accessories
- Amazon.com: Ramsey WBU202 Breadboard - 830 Tie Points: MP3 Players & Accessories
- electronics breadboard 830 -mini | eBay
- Solderless Prototype Breadboard 830 Points Clear Bread Board Electronics | eBay
- Solderless Prototype Breadboard 830 Points Clear Electronics Prototyping | eBay
- Solderless Prototype PCB Breadboard 830 Points Holes Clear Electronics | eBay
Proto Wire[edit]
Cost $0.00
Salvage from old phone wire or ethernet cable.
Power Supply[edit]
Cost $0.00
At low currents ( no motors for example ) use the computer's supply ( through usb ). At higher currents use salvage stuff, old wall warts, and computer power supplies.
IR Sensor[edit]
For now get with transmitters.
IR Transmitter[edit]
Seem easy to get with sensor so go for both.
- Ebay, about $1.50 per unit
- Amazon arout $6.00 per unit
- So for a class of 10, 5 units: Ebay $7.50, Amazon $30.00
Some Links[edit]
- Search sting suggestion: ir remote arduino
- ir remote arduino in Industrial Automation Controls | eBay
- 1Pcs Infrared IR Wireless Remote Control Module Kits for Arduino NEW | eBay
- HX1838 VS1838 Arduino Infrared IR Wireless Remote Control Sensor Module Kits ESU | eBay
LED and Suitable Resistor[edit]
- Some color
- Some some white
- No multi colored or built in blink at leas for now.
- will need current limiting resistors, see resistors section.
Get in kits, one kit per class of 10 ( or more ) should do.
- Amazon.com: led for electronics
- Amazon.com: Elfeland 750pcs ( 5 colors x 150pcs) LED Light Emitting Diodes 3mm Round Assorted Color 2pin Diffused LED Electronic Parts White Red Yellow Blue Green Box Kit: Home Improvement
- Bluecell 50 PCS White LED Electronics 5mm Ultra Bright - Led Household Light Bulbs - Amazon.com
- Chanzon 60 pcs(6 colors x 10 pcs) 5mm LED Diode Lights Arduino Assored Kit Pack (Diffused Round DC 3V 20mA ) Lighting Bulb Lamps Electronics Components 5 mm Light Emitting Diodes Parts - - Amazon.com
- eBoot 100 Pieces Clear LED Light Emitting Diodes LED Lamp Assorted Kit 10 Colors 5 mm - - Amazon.com
- Chanzon 60 pcs(6 colors x 10 pcs) 3mm LED Diode Lights Assored Kit Pack (Diffused Round DC 3V 20mA ) Lighting Bulb Lamps Electronics Components 3 mm Light Emitting Diodes Parts - - Amazon.com
- led assortment in Electrical and Test Equipment | eBay
- 200 pcs 3mm 5mm LED Light White Yellow Red Green Assortment Kit for Arduino | eBay
- 200Pcs 3mm 5mm LED Light White Yellow Red Blue Green Assortment Diodes DIY Kit | eBay
- 500pcs White Yellow Red Blue Green 3mm LED Light Assortment Diodes Kit Set Tool | eBay
- 300pcs Five Colors 3mm 20mA Round Bright Light LED Diode Lamp Assortment kit | eBay
Resistors[edit]
for LED and what ever
Ebay about $10.00 per kit
One kit per class $10.00
- 470 ohm resistor 1/4 watt in Electrical and Test Equipment | eBay
- resistor assortment | eBay
- 2600 pcs 130 Values 1/4W 0.25W 1ohm 3M Resistor Resistors Kit Assortment Set | eBay
- 64 values 1280 pcs 1ohm-10M ohm ¼W Metal Film Resistor Resistors Assortment Kit | eBay
- Set of 1000x 1/4W 50 Values 1 - 1M ohm Carbon Film Resistors Assortment Kit J9N8 | eBay
- 64 values 1280 pcs 1ohm-10M ohm ¼W Metal Film Resistor Resistors Assortment Kit | eBay
LCD[edit]
Nice to have a backlight but not necessary
Stepper Motor and Driver[edit]
- Ebay $2.50
- Amazon $3.00 ( 5 at a time )
- Amazon.com: 28byj-48 stepper motor and uln2003 driver
- Stepper Motor 28byj | eBay
- Amazon.com : LAFVIN 5 sets 28BYJ-48 ULN2003 5V Stepper Motor + ULN2003 Driver Board for Arduino : Camera & Photo
- DC 5V Stepper Motor 28BYJ-48 + ULN2003 Driver Test Module Board fit for Arduino | eBay
- 28BYJ-48 Arduino 5V 4Phase Stepper Motor+ULN2003 Driver Test Module Board | eBay
Servo Motor[edit]
Laser[edit]
Tools[edit]
- Needle Nose Pliers
- Wire Cutters
- Wire Strippers
- Multi Meter
- Soldering Iron and solder ( beware )
- Small screw driver and similar tools
