{"product_id":"led-animated-hourglass-diy-soldering-kit-for-beginners","title":"LED Animated Hourglass DIY Soldering Kit for Beginners","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLED Hourglass Soldering Kit\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild Your Own Animated LED Hourglass\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eLED hourglass soldering kit\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fun, affordable way to practice soldering while building an eye-catching electronic display. Once assembled, cascading LEDs create the appearance of sand flowing through an hourglass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe project is a great choice for hobbyists, students, and beginners learning \u003cstrong\u003ethrough-hole soldering\u003c\/strong\u003e and basic electronics. The finished circuit board measures just 84 x 40 mm (3.31 x 1.57 in), making it a compact project for a workbench, desk, or electronics collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBeginner Soldering Kit for Hands-On Practice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImprove your soldering skills by placing and soldering the electronic components onto the printed circuit board. This \u003cstrong\u003eelectronics soldering practice kit\u003c\/strong\u003e helps users gain hands-on experience with component placement, circuit board assembly, and through-hole solder joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn onboard 15W408AS microcontroller controls the animated LED sequence. When construction is complete and 5V power is connected, the LEDs produce a cascading \u003cstrong\u003eelectronic hourglass\u003c\/strong\u003e effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlexible 5V Power for the LED Sand Timer Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe assembled \u003cstrong\u003eLED sand timer kit\u003c\/strong\u003e can be powered through either a mini USB connection or a 3.5 x 1.35 mm DC barrel jack. Both options use a 5V power source, giving you a convenient choice when setting up or displaying the completed project.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe onboard push button adjusts the animation speed of the cascading LEDs; it does not start or stop a countdown timer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLED Hourglass Soldering Kit Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDIY animated LED hourglass soldering kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDisplay Effect\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCascading LEDs simulate sand moving through an hourglass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAssembly Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolder-it-yourself through-hole electronics project\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePCB Dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e84 x 40 mm (3.31 x 1.57 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOperating Voltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePower Connections\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMini USB plug or 3.5 x 1.35 mm DC barrel jack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eController\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15W408AS microcontroller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRecommended Users\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeginners, students, electronics hobbyists, and makers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Fun DIY Electronics Project\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are learning to solder or looking for a compact weekend build, this \u003cstrong\u003eDIY LED hourglass kit\u003c\/strong\u003e combines useful electronics practice with a satisfying animated result. It is an accessible \u003cstrong\u003esoldering project for beginners\u003c\/strong\u003e and an entertaining addition to any hobby electronics workspace.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vetco Electronics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48983656431753,"sku":"VUPN59","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/9291\/2265\/files\/vupn59_b_led-animated-hourglass-diy-soldering-kit-for-beginners.jpg?v=1794506827","url":"https:\/\/vetco.net\/products\/led-animated-hourglass-diy-soldering-kit-for-beginners","provider":"Vetco Electronics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}