ProTechTrader Make: Electronics Kits 3rd Edition & Electronic Component Packs
What You'll Build & What's in the Box
Explore the hands-on experiments and genuine components included in Charles Platt's curriculum. Viewing: Kit 1 · Sections 1–3
The Nature of Electricity
- Exp 1: Taste the Power — 9V DC battery sensations and moisture conductivity.
- Exp 2: Let's Abuse a Battery — Short circuits, current limits & thermal expansion.
- Exp 3: Your First Circuit — Resistor current limiting with protective LEDs.
- Exp 4: Variable Resistance — Linear potentiometers, voltage division & multimeter reading.
- Exp 5: Let's Make a Battery — Galvanic chemical cells with copper and zinc.
Switching & Transistors
- Exp 6: Very Simple Switching — SPST, SPDT & DPDT relay mechanisms.
- Exp 7: Investigating a Relay — Coil inductance and relay buzzer audio feedback.
- Exp 8: A Relay Oscillator — RC timing circuits with electrolytic capacitors.
- Exp 9: Time & Capacitors — Measuring RC time constants with DMM.
- Exp 10: Transistor Switching — NPN 2N2222 base current amplification.
- Exp 11: Modular Oscillator — Unijunction transistor (2N6027) audio pitch generator.
Soldering & Security
- Exp 12: Joining Two Wires — Heat transfer, flux core solder, and splice joints.
- Exp 13: Broader Soldering Skills — Perforated protoboard assembly.
- Exp 14: Burglar Alarm Circuit — Magnetic reed switches with latching relays.
Chips, Timers & Logic
- Exp 15: Good Little 555 Timer — Astable multivibrator pulses and duty cycles.
- Exp 16: Emitting a Tone — 8-Ohm loudspeaker audio frequency generation.
- Exp 17: Alarm Project — Two-tone warbling siren with dual 555s.
- Exp 18: Reflex Tester — Logic gates (NAND, NOR, AND, OR) decision circuits.
- Exp 19: Learning Logic — Truth tables with 74HC series logic ICs.
- Exps 20–34: Complete Sections 4–5 — Continue through the remaining projects using the Kit 2 components.
| Category | Specific Part Numbers & Values Included | Tolerance / Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Circuits | Texas Instruments NE555P Timer, CD4026BE Decade Counter, LM324 Op-Amp, 74HC00, 74HC02, 74HC08, 74HC32, 74HC86 | DIP-8 / DIP-14 / DIP-16 |
| Transistors & Diodes | 2N2222, 2N3904 (NPN), 2N3906 (PNP), 2N6027 PUT, 1N4148 High-Speed Switching, 1N4001 Rectifier, 1N34A Germanium | TO-92 / DO-35 / DO-41 |
| Resistors (1% Metal Film) | Full E24 Series: 100Ω, 220Ω, 470Ω, 1kΩ, 2.2kΩ, 4.7kΩ, 10kΩ, 22kΩ, 47kΩ, 100kΩ, 470kΩ, 1MΩ | 1/4 Watt, ±1% Precision |
| Capacitors | Electrolytic: 1µF, 2.2µF, 10µF, 47µF, 100µF, 220µF, 470µF, 1000µF • Ceramic Discs: 10nF, 100nF, 22pF, 47pF | 50V Rated, Radial Leads |
| Hardware & Prototyping | 830-Point Solderless Breadboard, 700-Point Single Bus Breadboard, 65pc Pre-Stripped Jumper Wire Bundle, 9V Battery Snaps | Heavy-Duty Spring Tension |
| Audio & Actuators | 8-Ohm 2-inch Mylar Cone Loudspeaker, 12V SPDT Relays, DPDT Slide Switches, SPST Momentary Pushbuttons | PCB & Breadboard Compatible |
- ✓ Complete Experiments 1–11 Components
- ✓ 830-Point Solderless Breadboard
- ✓ 65-Piece Flexible Jumper Wire Bundle
- ✓ Individually Bagged & Labeled Parts
- ✗ Tools & Case Sold Separately
- ✓ All Economy Pack Components
- ✓ Double-Sided Rugged Organizer Case
- ✓ Digital Multimeter with Test Probes
- ✓ Multi-Gauge Precision Wire Strippers
- ✓ Safety Goggles & Alligator Clip Leads
- ✓ Kit 1 Deluxe Pack (Exps 1–11)
- ✓ Kit 2 Component Pack (Exps 12–34)
- ✓ Logic Gates, 555s & Decade Counters
- ✓ Dual Compartmentalized Tackle Cases
- ✓ Full Workshop Tool Suite Included
Quick Summary
The ProTechTrader Make: Electronics 3rd Edition Component Kits provide all electronic components, breadboards, logic ICs, transistors, LEDs, relays, and hardware needed to complete Experiments 1 through 34 in Charles Platt's 3rd Edition book. Each part is organized in labeled compartment boxes for effortless identification.
Technical Specifications
Make: Electronics Kits 3rd Edition – Complete Component Packs for Hands-On Learning
Please Note: This is a multi-variation listing with different kit options and bundles. Select your option from the drop-down menu above before adding to your cart.
Master electronics from the ground up with the official ProTechTrader Make: Electronics 3rd Edition Component Kits, designed specifically to complement Charles Platt's renowned bestselling book. We worked directly with Charles Platt to ensure our kits match his experiments exactly the way he intended — and as a result, these kits are highly recommended by the author himself. Whether you're an absolute beginner, a STEM student, or an aspiring maker, our component packs take the frustration out of sourcing parts so you can focus on what matters: learning, building, and discovering.
Rounding up every necessary component on your own can be time-consuming and overwhelming. We've done all the component shopping for you so you can hit the ground running. Each component is clearly labeled for easy identification and access. These kits are a popular choice for students and teachers in STEM programs, homeschool curricula, maker spaces, and electronics clubs of all kinds.
Not sure which kit is right for you? Please don't hesitate to contact us — we're happy to help clarify the differences between our options.
Related Products & Add-Ons
- 3rd Edition Mini Kits – A lower-cost alternative for those who already own some of the main components or tools and wish to purchase only what they're missing.
- Make: Electronics Tool Kit – Includes all tools recommended by the author to enhance your electronics journey. Click the link to check it out!
- Component Kit for Experiment 5 – A few components are not supplied in our standard kits because they are everyday household items: Galvanized Brackets, Lemons (or lemon juice), and Copper objects. These are used to complete Experiment 5: Let's Make a Battery. A dedicated Component Kit for Experiment 5 is now available for purchase separately.
- Jumper Wires Set -- Upgrade your electronics journey and save yourself the time and hassel of cutting and stripping your own jumpers!
Why Choose ProTechTrader Make: Electronics Kits?
- Author-Endorsed: Developed in direct collaboration with Charles Platt and highly recommended by the author himself.
- Complete & Ready to Use: Every component is pre-selected and clearly labeled — no hunting, no guesswork, no missing parts.
- Quality You Can Trust: Components are carefully chosen for reliability so your learning experience is never interrupted by defective or incompatible parts.
- Scalable Options: From the budget-friendly Economy packs to the all-inclusive electronics kit bundle, there's an option perfectly suited to every learner and budget.
- Future-Ready Skills: The knowledge and components you gain integrate seamlessly with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and other modern microcontroller — making this an investment in your entire maker journey.
- Trusted by the Community: A popular choice for STEM educators, homeschool families, maker spaces, and electronics hobbyists worldwide.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is Charles Platt's 3rd Edition book included with this kit?
A: Book bundles are available in the drop-down menu above. If you already own the book, select Component Kit Only to receive all parts for Experiments 1-34.
Q: What is the difference between Kit 1, Kit 2, and the Deluxe Bundle?
A: Kit 1 covers Experiments 1-11 (Foundations). Kit 2 covers Experiments 12-34 (Logic Gates, Timers & Amplifiers). The Deluxe Bundle combines both kits plus the book and essential tools.
Q: Are the components reusable for future projects?
A: Yes. All resistors, capacitors, LEDs, breadboards, and ICs feature standard lead spacing suitable for repeated breadboard prototyping.
🎬 1080p Workbench Demonstration & Circuit Schematics
Watch step-by-step breadboard wiring, oscilloscope waveforms, and circuit verification for experiments in this series.
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