Axolotl Fan Club Badge - A badge for absolute Axolotl fans!
Product information "Axolotl Fan Club Badge - A badge for absolute Axolotl fans!"
How cool are axolotls? If you're already a fan – or just about to become one – this soldering kit is the perfect match! With the Axolotl Soldering Kit, you can build your own glowing badge: its eyes and gills light up in all the colors of the rainbow.
What is a Soldering Kit?
A soldering kit is a beginner-friendly electronics project where you solder a few components to create a working device. In this case, it's a cute Axolotl that becomes a colorful badge, necklace, keychain, or desk decoration – your choice!
Perfect for Beginners and Kids
This electronics kit is designed for absolute beginners. It's ideal for children (with adult supervision) and adults alike who want to learn how to solder quickly and enjoyably. The kit uses large, easy-to-handle components – you only need to solder 6 parts.
Your Finished Axolotl Will Look Like This
See the glowing rainbow animation in action here: Watch Axolotl LED animation
What is an Axolotl?
The Axolotl is a Mexican aquatic salamander that stays in its larval stage for life – and it’s famous for its ability to regenerate limbs, organs, and even parts of its brain and heart. Incredible, right?
What's Included in the Axolotl DIY Kit?
This kit includes everything you need for the soldering project – except for the battery:
- Custom PCB shaped like an Axolotl with gold-plated fiberglass and purple solder mask – partially translucent for glowing effects
- 4 RGB LEDs (THT type) with built-in color-shift circuits
- SMD battery holder for CR2032 coin cells
- Slide switch – easy to use for kids and adults alike
What Else Will You Need?
- 1x CR2032 battery (available at hardware stores or supermarkets)
- Soldering iron & solder
- A tweezers (optional, but helpful)
Need help setting up your soldering station? Here’s a helpful guide:
How to set up a soldering workshop
Step-by-Step Instructions
We’ve created a detailed step-by-step tutorial with pictures for each kit. You’ll find helpful tips for soldering safely and successfully. The instructions are available in both English and German. You’ll find a QR code on your kit leading to the tutorial.
View all kit instructions here: https://binary-kitchen.github.io/SolderingTutorial
Who Are the MINT Labs?
This kit was developed in collaboration with MINT-Labs Regensburg, a non-profit that promotes STEM education for kids and adults. If you're ever in Regensburg, Germany – stop by and say hello!
Hand-Packaged with Love
All of our soldering kits are carefully hand-packed in Germany. Occasionally a part might be missing – if so, no worries! Just send us a quick email and we’ll send the missing piece your way.
Show Off Your Axolotl Badge!
Did you turn your Axolotl into a necklace? A hairclip? A glowing backpack charm? Share your creation with us:
- Instagram or Mastodon: #LötenVerbindet
- Follow us on Instagram: @blinkyparts_com
Help Others with Your Feedback
Wondering if this DIY electronics kit is right for you? Check out the reviews – or even better: leave one yourself! Tell others how your soldering experience went, what tools you used, and what made your Axolotl project special.
| Build Time: | 20-40 Minutes |
|---|---|
| Difficulty: | Easy |
| Manual and iteractive board: | https://binary-kitchen.github.io/SolderingTutorial/ |
| Needed batteries (not inclueded): | CR2032 coin cell / LIR2032 rechargeable coin cell |
| Target group: | Children, Grownup, Nerd |
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2 reviews
4 February 2025 12:54
Ideal zum Einstieg oder Testen des Pinecil
Meiner Lieferung des Pinecil mit Case lag dieser kleine Bausatz bei. Vielen Dank dafür! Ideal zum Testen des Pinecil. Ein super USB Lötkolben, auch die größeren Lötpads des Batteriehalters waren kein Problem. Der Bausatz eignet sich sehr gut für erste Lötversuche, da die Lötstellen recht groß sind im Vergleich zu den kleinen SMD Bauteilen. Bei den LEDs muß man ein wenig aufpassen, daß man sich nicht die Finger verbrennt. Besser eine kleine Zange zu Hilfe nehmen, die ist auch beim Biegen der Pins hilfreich.
11 November 2023 15:34
Erste mal gelötet.
Dies war meine erste Bestellung, und das erste mal das ich etwas gelötet habe. Ich muss sagen das es mir sehr gefallen hat auch wenn es nicht viel war. Ich habe Lust auf mehr und bin sehr dankbar für diesen Bausatz :) Freue mich auf weitere Bausätze und auch auf zukünftige Projekte.
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