Electronic Kits and Modules for Kids to Experiment With

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Thinking about assembling a robot? Perhaps creating spinning wind turbines and learning about solar power? Let your kids explore the world of science and technology with our vast range of educational toys: electronic kits and modules!

Perfect for both beginners and professionals, these unique electronic kits are a great introduction to DIY building and electronics experimentation. If your child is up for some hands-on electronic projects, then these electronic kits will surely provide them with hours of enjoyment and satisfaction.

Educational Electronic Kits & Modules for Kids

Here at Wiltronics, we offer a wide variety of cost-effective and fun educational kits to help your children in all skill levels expand their knowledge about electronics. These interactive and hands-on electronic kits range from basics to much more challenging and experimental projects.

1. Air Powered Car Kit DIY

Learn about green energy with this Air Powered Car Kit (JKJ8967)! Powered by nothing but air, this kit is a fantastic way to learn about air pressure, transfer energy and valves.

What’s more to love about this kit is that it’s not limited by weather conditions and it can be used at any time! This amazing car also can travel up to 80m on one single tank.

Recommended for ages 10+. This model also features the following:

• No batteries or motors required
• This kit balances the fun and learning perfectly
• Discover and learn about air pressure, pumps, valves, transfer of energy and green power, all that with the thrill of a speedy car!
• Instructions Included

2. Clock Powered by Potato Kit

Learn about electricity with this incredible Clock Powered by Potato Kit (JKJ8937). With nothing other than a common potato, you can start generating enough electricity to run a digital clock by plugging in electrodes!

This kit also lets you use tomatoes, lemons and even apples. With everything you need to be included, this kit is a great way to learn about how electricity works.

There’s more! This Clock Powered by Potato Kit includes:

• Highly accurate digital clock module
• Metal electrodes, wire
• Instructions and fluid beakers
• Perfectly safe for children and highly educational. Note: Do not eat the fruit/vegetable after using it as battery sources.
• Recommended for ages: 10+

 

3. FM Radio Kit

No longer available

Ever dreamed of tuning in to your favourite radio stations with your very own radio? Then you’re going to love this FM Radio Kit (KI8978)!

You can quickly get building as snap-on technology means there is no soldering required. As a result, this kit is perfect for children to learn about not only radio but also electronic circuits.

The radio kit is fully functional and you can even select different stations. This unit also features the following:

• Learn about electronics whilst having fun
• Simply clip together
• Create a fully functional selectable FM radio

4. Solar System Planetarium Model Kit

You sure don’t want to miss this Solar System Planetarium Model Kit (JKJ8994) in your collection! This cool kit allows you to assemble each of the 8 planets of the solar system.

After you have assembled the planetarium model, you are free to paint it with the included paint kit. You can start colouring the planets with highlights that create a glow effect.

What’s not to love about this kit? It’s super easy to assemble and requires no glue or screws!

 

5. 6 in 1 Solar Robot

No longer available

This fantastic DIY 6 in 1 Solar Robot kit (JKJ8939) is super fun and captures the imagination of young ones with everyday household material.

Build wacky robots out of a coke can, a water bottle or wasted CDs and power them with sunlight by using mini solar panels. It’s a great toy to play, learn, and encourage awareness of the environment.

Recommended for ages 10+, you can build 6 types of robot, such as:

• Drummer Robot
• Street Roller
• Flying Bird
• Bottle Yacht
• Walking Robot
• CD Racer

6. 30 in 1 Electronic Lab Kit

This 30 in 1 Electronic Project Lab Kit (ATK2204) makes a great introduction to the world of electronics and an ideal present for the budding electronics expert!

Build a radio, burglar alarm, water detector, Morse code practice circuit, simple computer circuits, and much more! In fact, this kit is used by many educational establishments.

Suitable for children ages 8 and above, this project lab kit requires no soldering, tools or previous knowledge of electronics. Components are fitted to a mounted breadboard and can be used over and over again.

Build circuits using easy spring clip terminals and the lead provided. Powered using safe low voltage batteries (not included).

Electronic Kits Solar Educational

Build solar-powered models or a solar system. Great for schools or as an educational gift.

1. Solar Educational Kit

This solar educational kit (KI2010) is designed to let students build a solar-powered model. It comes with a solar module, motor, fan blade and instruction booklet. Also included are coloured spinner discs and plastic turntables.

2. 6 In 1 Solar Educational Robot Kit

What’s not to love about this Solar Educational Robot Kit (JKJ8936)? Not only does it keep the kids occupied for hours but it also provides hands on experience in the world of solar power.

This kit includes all the parts needed to construct up to six different projects of their choosing. You can choose between a robot, helicopter, plane, windmill, airboat or even a three wheeler!

Don’t even worry about screws, everything snaps together for easy assembly and it’s all solar powered so no batteries are required.

3. 6 in 1 Solar Model Kit

A great kit for first-time experimenters, the 6 in one solar education kit (KI2026) teaches how solar power is used to drive a small motor. The models consist of snap-together parts, so children can build without tools required.

Build 6 different working models: Windmill, Revolving Plane, Airboat, Plane, Car and Puppy.

4. 7 In 1 Solar Rechargeable Station

Get creative with this 7 In 1 Solar Rechargeable Station – no longer available (ATK1121). Assemble this amazing kit into 6 different motorized toys, plus a solar-powered recharging station!

What’s more, no glue or soldering is required. You can choose to build a car, racer, dump truck, bulldozer or solar car! The 7 In 1 Solar Rechargeable Station is a fantastic way to learn about solar energy and is great for kids.

Electronic Modules - Kemo

1. DC/DC Step Down Converter Adjustable – Kemo

This Step-Down Converter Adjustable – Kemo M015N (KI8218) can transform voltages from approximately 6-28VDC down to selectable voltages ranging from 3VDC to 15VDC. Stabilized adjusted output voltage, short-circuit-proof.

This model also features the following:

• Transform an input voltage down to selectable voltages ranging from 3VDC to 15VDC
• Great for operating lower voltage devices with 12V or 24V car batteries or power supplies
• Adjusted voltage is stabilised and short-circuit-proof

2. DC/DC Step Up Converter – Kemo M029

This Step Up Converter (KI8264) is an electronically controlled DC voltage converter that converts low input voltage to almost twice as high output voltage. It steps up voltage while stepping down the current from its input to its output.

This model also features the following:

• Transforms low input voltage into almost double output voltage
• With an additional potentiometer of 4.7k lin, the output voltage can be limited towards higher rates at input voltages over 10V

3. Incandescent Lamp Flasher – Kemo

This Incandescent Lamp Flasher (KI8242) comes with an adjustable flash timer. Built-in fuse: T 1.6 A. You can use this module to flash incandescent lamps or LED-lamps up to 10 – 300 watts, 240 V/AC (10 – 150 W at 110 V/AC).

The circuit is ideal for making flashing billboards, model lighthouses, and other applications. This product also features the following:

• Flash time period is adjustable between approx. 0.6 and 9 seconds of turn-on time
• Applications include billboards, model lighthouses etc