ATTENTION: This course will cover techniques that can be applied to a variety of projects. You do not need to buy everything listed. It’s RECOMMENDED you watch the course first, then buy the materials that pertain to your own projects.
Dave has provided multiple links for the materials in this course - please click on the items below to find what you are looking for.
Anything that is not linked should be easily found with a little internet scouring.
ARDUINO
Arduino Nano 3.0
The Arduino UNO R3 is the most common and readily available version, but if you buy that it may be harder to follow along with the course
Arduino Terminal Block
This is recommended, not required. This allows for screw terminals instead of soldering to the board
Mini USB Cable
If you choose a different Arduino be sure to check the USB port, they may be different
PROGRAMMABLE COMPONENTS
AUDIO
Sound FX Module
2 Speakers
Speakers need to be 2W or less, you can use small speakers from any electronics store
LED LIGHTS
Dave will be covering Programmable, High Powered, and Standard LEDs
If you buy programmable LEDs, you don’t need to buy the suggested material, just make sure they are called NEOPIXELS
Programmable LEDs
High Power LEDs
Driver Board for High Powered LED (Controls 3 High Power LEDs)
Standard LEDs
If you do not what to buy the suggested, then any Standard LEDs will do
Resistor for Standard LED - 120 Ohm 1/4 watt (Available at any Radio Shack)
SERVOS
RC Servos
David uses a JR brand DS3421 on the mechanical gun but which one you use will depend on your specific needs. The linked one is a nice inexpensive one to experiment with if you don’t already have an old RC car or plane to pull one from.
Robotic Servos
Choose Mounting Hardware (from same site) based off your needs
Arduino Controller designed for Robotic Servos
These can get pricey when getting started and are optional.
CONTROLLER
In the course, Dave will create a Push Button Controller. It is recommended to buy switches to test the code even if you do not buy added components.
FTDI Cable (Controller to PC Cable)
6 Push Button Switches
Breadboard (Controller Panel)
HEALTH/SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
When working with toxic and/or dangerous materials or tools:
ALWAYS read labels for appropriate use guidelines
ALWAYS wear a high-grade respirator
ALWAYS work in a well-ventilated area
ALWAYS protect your skin
ALWAYS wear eye protection
