DIY Kits
Get hands-on with electronics using Altronics' range of DIY kits. Perfect for beginners, students, educators and experienced makers, our kits provide an enjoyable way to explore circuits, components and technology. From electronic projects and soldering kits to educational builds and creative experiments, you'll find options to suit a variety of interests and skill levels. Whether you're starting your electronics journey or expanding your project collection, our DIY kits offer a practical way to learn, build and innovate.
K2620
Five-Way LCD Panel Meter Kit
This simple and cheap device has many uses, but it’s mainly intended to replace multiple panel meters. It can also be used as a small additional text screen for PC, Raspberry Pi or any other computer with USB.
$58.18
K9805
Heart Rate Interface Module for Arduino Kit
Utilises photoplethysmography sensing to detect blood flow and heart beating. This project is ideal for interfacing with Arduino projects requiring biometric monitoring (as seen in DIYODE November 2017).
$13.59
K4362
Internal Siren MKII Alarm Kit
A very simple, yet extraordinarily effective deterrent to car thieving persons. Controlled by a hidden switch inside your car, this alarm will sound an ear-piercing 110dB piezo siren inside you (as seen in the Electronics Australia Projects, Jan '99)
$25.23
K9680
Jumbo 7 Segment Digit LED Display Kit
These 210 x 110mm jumbo digits are made from PCB and can be daisychained together into an array of numbers for counter and clock projects. Each board is fitted with 74HC595 8 bit serial shift register chip and can be driven by Arduino ShiftOut. Aux output is provided for driving a decimal point/colon. (Designed by Altronics)
$22.73
$29.32
K6340
Mini Switching Regulator
This tiny regulator board outputs 1.2-20V from a higher voltage DC supply at currents up to 1.5A. It's small, efficient and cheap to build, with many handy features such as a very low drop-out voltage, little heat generation and electronic shut-down (as seen in Silicon Chip Magazine Feb ‘12)
$22.95
K5026
Motorised IR Volume Control Kit
Add a remote control volume to your latest audio project or amplifier. Ideal for building into amplifiers or pre-amps. It features PIC controlled precision and a motorised pot so the knob will move when you adjust the volume! (as seen in Silicon Chip Magazine June ‘02)
$41.77
K2930
Opto-Isolated Mains Relay
If you need to switch mains voltages, say from a micro's out- put or any other low voltage source, you need to isolate them from each other. That&rsquos what this project does - it's easy to build and keeps mains voltages locked away from the controller and you! Virtually any low voltage source will do - from 2.7 to 10V.
$31.36
K5117
Power Supply Kit To Suit K5116 Amplifier
This is the recommended power supply for the K5116 Amplifier Module Kit.
$20.86
K5532
Precision Audio Signal Amplifier Kit
If you’ve ever tried to view a microphone signal on test equipment and lost it in the noise, then you’ll know just how handy a signal amplifier can be. This kit provides a breakout for the high-performance AD4625-1 opamp with provision for a number of fixed gains, suitable for working with audio signals.
$50.91
K6130
Programmable Remote Control Mains Switch Kit
This remote control mains switch can be programmed to switch appliances on and off after a set period or to switch power on and off at set times. (as seen in Silicon Chip Magazine November ‘14).
$44.55
K9701
PT2329 Digital Audio Shield For Arduino Kit
The PT2329 is an audio processor IC consisting of a stereo input selector along with volume and tone controls, all controlled through I2C.
$27.27
K9820
PWM DC Lighting Controller Kit
Provides four 5A channels of DC powered lighting such as LED strips and lamps. Each channel is independently powered and protected allowing for a very compact and easy to wire design. Utilises an ATmega328p controller (on board) to provide smooth adjustment to brightness levels. Buttons provide channel selection and up/down brightness control (as seen in DIYODE magazine Sept ‘18).
$30.86
X1014A
Quartz Clock Movement Kit For 16-21mm Panel
A DIY kit for repairing old wall clocks or creating your own designs. Quartz movement ensures accuracy. Includes 3 styles of hands. 16-21mm panel thickness.
$18.14
X1010A
Quartz Clock Movement Kit For 2-6mm Panel
A DIY kit for repairing old wall clocks or creating your own designs. Quartz movement ensures accuracy. Includes 3 styles of hands. 2-6mm panel thickness.
$18.14
K4344
Quick Brake Automotive Light Kit
The quick brake module is designed to detect fast pedal movements between the accelerator and the brake, switching on the brake lights of your car before your foot reaches the brake pedal. This gives other drivers more notice when travelling behind you and reduces the risk of a rear end accident. (as seen in Silicon Chip Magazine Jan ‘16) .
$18.18
K7515
Resistor 1R-10M Decade Box Kit
A decade box is a really handy device for trying resistor values in-circuit before you select the final value to solder down. Designed by Altronics.
$45.00
K7520
Resistor/Capacitor Decade Box Kit
A decade box is a really handy device for trying capacitor and resistor values in-circuit before you select the final value to solder down. Designed by Altronics. (as seen in Silicon Chip Magazine Aug. 2014).
$135.45
K2001
SMD Soldering Trainer Kit
This simple SMD Trainer project is a great way to practice soldering a variety of surface-mount devices.
$25.45
K5167
Stereo Speaker Protector Board for 135W Ultra LD Amplifier
Loudspeaker Protector board for K 5165 135W Ultra Low Distortion Amplifier. Protects your speakers and amplifier from short circuits, Over temperature and DC faults that can occur (as seen in Silicon Chip Magazine Oct’11).
$29.32
Z6407
TPA3110 2 x 30W Digital Stereo Audio Amplifier Board
The TPA3110 chip on board this amplifier module provides a high output, lower power consumption audio solution with great audio quality too.
$21.77
Z6409
TPA3110 2 x 30W Digital Stereo Audio Amplifier Board With Bluetooth
The TPA3110 chip on board this amplifier module provides a high output, lower power consumption audio solution with great audio quality too.
$27.23
K3220
Universal Regulator Kit
A flexible circuit that provides preset voltage output of 3, 5, 6, 9 or 12V DC. Suitable for powering a wide range of DC low power circuits, such as running a personal CD/radio from a car cigarette lighter or powering external peripherals from a PC (Electronics Australia Aug '97).
$8.86
K1137
Universal Temperature Alarm Kit
This compact alarm can be used to monitor the operating temperature of a whole range of devices. You could use it to monitor your tropical fish tank, your home brew, freezer, fridge, your hot water system or where temperature monitoring is useful.
$41.77
K5542
Voice Operated Switch Kit
This versatile VOX circuit is triggered whenever a noise or sound is made causing a relay to close for a preset time. Reaction sensitivity and on time are fully variable (as seen in Silicon Chip Magazine July. ’11) .
$26.14
Z6494
TPA3118 60W Mono Digital Audio Amplifier Board
The TPA3118 60W Mono Digital Audio Amplifier Board is a high-performance audio amplifier designed for applications requiring compact size, low resistance, and high power output.
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$18.14
