Projects
The Altronic projects range includes a huge array of Raspberry Pi, Arduino, robotic and specialist kit designs for enthusiast builders and STEM learning.
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Precision Audio Signal Amplifier KitK5532 |
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| If you’ve ever tried to view a microphone signal on an oscilloscope 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. | |
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Voice Operated Switch KitK5542 |
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| (SC July. '11) This versatile VOX circuit is triggered whenever a noise or sound is made causing a relay to close for a preset time. Requires a 12V DC power supply and a microphone. Reaction sensitivity and on tim |
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LED Musicolour Light Controller KitK5804 |
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| (SC Oct/Nov '12) Accepts audio input signals and drives coloured LEDs "in tune" with the music. 16 output channels respond to different audio frequency bands and the light brightness is in proportion to the | |
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Video / Audio Switcher KitK5842 |
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| (SC June '01) If your home or business has more than one CCTV security camera you will want an automatic scanner that switches between the cameras so you can see what's happening, all on a single monitor. | |
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240V Christmas/Lighting Controller - Slave...K5886 |
| (SC October '10) Brings your Christmas light show to life! Lights will flash, dim up & down in time with your favourite Christmas carols. Power up to 32 channels of lights from a master unit & 4 slaves. | ||
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LED Christmas/Lighting Controller - Slave KitK5887 |
| (SC October '11) This new LED light slave controller kit will operate with the K 5885 master unit. Drive up to eight strings of LEDs, each string with completely individual control. Up to four slaves can be used per system - that's 32 channels of l | ||
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12V/24V 20A DC Motor Speed Controller KitK6007 |
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| (SC June '11) This gutsy little speed controller has a wide range of applications and is simple to build and use. There are no software settings to fiddle with but it does have some really useful features such as low-battery protection, soft start | |
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12V Motor Speed / Light Dimmer Controller KitK6008 |
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| (SC November '08) This small circuit can be used as a speed controller for a 12V motor rated up to 5A (continuous) or as a dimmer for a 12V halogen or standard incandescent lamp up to 50W. It varies the power to the load (motor or lamp) usi | |
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Photoflash Camera Trigger KitK6009 |
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| (SC January '09) Want to try your hand at 'stop motion' photography? This camera shutter/flash controller allows you to take a picture at a precise moment between 1ms and 9.99s after a trigger. Triggering can be from the included electret mic | |
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High Power Ultrasonic CleanerK6022 |
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| This large and powerful Ultrasonic Cleaner is ideal for cleaning bulky items such as mechanical parts and delicate fabrics. It’s also quite easy to build and is packed with features. | |
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12/24V MPPT Solar Charge Controller KitK6027 |
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| This MPPT charge/Light controller will work with 12V or 24V solar panels to charge a 12V or 24V lead-acid or lithium iron phosphate battery. you can then use the battery to run 12V dc lighting. | |
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Variable Speed Induction Motor Drive KitK6033 NEW |
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| (SC November 24). This new Variable Speed Drive (VSD) significantly improves on the previous Silicon Chip design. It’s more compact, lighter, better cooled, and more efficient. It has better safety margins (making it more robust) and some new features. | |
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240V Mains Soft Starter KitK6042 |
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| (SC April '12) Are you alarmed by the juicy "splatt" from your mains power point when you plug in something like a large plasma TV set? Do you sometimes burn out light and power point switches because of | |
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Champion Pre-Amp KitK6044 |
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| (SC January 2013) Designed to complement the K 6066 Champion Amp kit. Utilises a low voltage op-amp IC with considerably better performance than the old 'Pre-Champ'. Provides added gain to your signal whe | |
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240V Mains Brownout Protector KitK6049 |
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| The Brownout Protector is designed to protect single-phase induction motors in fridges, freezers, pumps etc from burnout if they attempt to start during a brownout. It will switch off the power if the voltage falls below a set threshold. | |
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7 Watt Champion Amplifier KitK6066 |
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| (SC January 2013) A fully upgraded and redesigned version of the 'Champ Amp'. Delivers up to 7 watts of peak power with lower noise and distortion levels. It also offers muting and standby control, plus two | |
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eFuse Resettable 12V Circuit Breaker KitK6075 |
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| Ideal for automotive fault-finding * Set for any current between 315mA and 10A. This resettable Electronic Fuse (eFuse) can be used temporarily in place of a conventional fuse when fault-finding. | |
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Programmable Remote Control Mains Switch KitK6130 |
| 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. | ||
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Remote Control Digital Timer KitK6145 |
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| (SC August 2010) Switch low voltage devices on/off after set periods. Operated by the included A 1012 universal remote control. | |
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Mini Switching RegulatorK6340 |
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| (SC Feb '12) 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-ou | |
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Resistor 1R-10M Decade Box KitK7515 |
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| Designed by Altronics. A decade box is a really handy device for trying resistor values in-circuit before you select the final value to solder down. | |
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Resistor/Capacitor Decade Box KitK7520 |
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| Designed by Altronics. (SC Aug. 2014). 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. | |
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4x4x4 Arduino Based Blue LED Acrylic Cube KitK8109 |
| A fun LED cube featuring 64 blue LEDs for creating cool lighting effects. This kit has been designed to be easier to construct by using pre-made LED module strips and is housed with the Arduino control board and USB FTDI interface inside a laser cut acrylic case. | ||
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3D Printing PenK8300A |
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| A crafty addition to any work space this handheld pen extrudes 1.75mm PLA or ABS filament for decorating objects, simple plastic repair jobs or touch ups to 3D printed models. | |
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Creality Premium White ABS Filament 1kgK8383A |
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| 1.75mm filament offering excellent print quality and accuracy. All reels 1kg. 0.02mm tolerance. Supplied in vacuum sealed plastic bag. Compatible with most 3D printers and 3D printing pens. |