| GCSE ELECTRONIC PROJECT KITS |
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| BICYCLE SPEEDO |
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Displays the speed of a bicycle between 2m/s to 20m/s on an 11 LED display. This device uses a PIC to calculate the speed form a reed switch sensor and two wheel magnets (magnets not included).
Features:
- 5mm green LEDs
- LED test on switch-on
- SLEEP mode to save power
- 7 to 15v supply range
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| DOUBLE DICE |
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This is a PIC controlled digital dice that generates two numbers from 1-6. Just shake it to roll the dice. Works from a vibration switch.
Features:
- Sound while spinning
- 1 inch hi-brightness displays
- 4 to 6v supply range
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GPD12
PIC DOUBLE DICE Kit
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| FRIDGE ALARM |
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An alarm that warns when the door has been left open by monitoring the light inside the fridge. Also useful for catching midnight fridge-raiders!
Features:
- Very-low stand-by current
- Very little wiring
- PCB pulsed buzzer
- 6 to 12v supply range
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| LAMP DIMMER - V2 |
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A basic PWM made from a 555 timer. Can control any 12v lamp or other passive device.
Features:
- Efficient PWM control
- 6 Amps max current
- 50W maximum output
- 6 to 15v supply range
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| METRONOME |
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A simple metronome with variable speed and pitch. A popular circuit based on two 555 astables.
Features:
- Loudspeaker for clear sound
- 50 to 150 beats per minute
- 6 to 12v supply range
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| MEMORY GAME - HANDHELD |
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Very similar to the old Simon Says game, it plays a sequence of notes/lights getting progressively longer and you have to repeat it correctly. It remembers the last sequence and best score even when switched off!
Best version of this game about!
Features:
- Up to 63 note sequence
- Mute, Last & Highscore functions
- 4.5 to 6v supply range
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GPM35
HANDHELD MEMORY GAME Kit
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| MEMORY GAME |
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Same circuit as above but with higher current outputs for driving more LED's or bulbs - LED's also included. This enables you to design your own cases and light options.
Features:
- Loudspeaker for louder sound
- Coloured push switches
- 4.5 to 6v supply range
- Up to 500mW output for bulbs
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| REACTION GAME |
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A neat little handheld game that tests your eye-hand reaction time, very useful for subjects like PE and fitness training. Only needs 2 x AAA battery.
Plays tunes and scrolls messages!!.
Features:
- 3-digit hi-brightness display
- 3 to 4.5v supply range
- Measures between 0.01 - 1s
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| SINGLE DIGIT COUNTER |
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This single digit counter can be used for a variety of applications from a simple scoreboard to a people counter using a PIR sensor or pressure pad.
Features:
- High and low input trigger.
- Debounced input.
- Wide range of applications
- 14mm hi-brightness display
- 6 to 12v supply range
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GPC27
SINGLE DIGIT COUNTER Kit
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| SNOOKER SCOREBOARD |
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This device will count from 0 - 157 on
3 x 0.56" displays. There are 3 buttons, reset, count up and count down.
Features:
- 3-digit hi-brightness display
- Auto-repeat funtion
- Click effect switchs for handheld
- 4.5 to 6v supply range
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GPS30
SNOOKER SCOREBOARD Kit
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| ULTRASONIC ALARM |
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Uses ultrasonic sound to detect any movement within a radius of about 3-5m depending on how well tuned it is. This is a simple process with a multimeter. A reliable circuit which has been operating in a workshop for years
Features:
- Includes 120dB siren.
- Exit time prevents false triggering.
- Adjustable alarm duration
- 6 to 12v supply range
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GPU40
ULTRASONIC ALARM Kit
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