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Rainbow Rocket - A soldering kit out of this world

Product information "Rainbow Rocket - A soldering kit out of this world"

Launch your own rocket with the MINT-Labs Rocket Soldering Kit! This fun DIY project creates a colorful LED rocket light – perfect as a pin, necklace pendant, or decorative accessory. Once soldered, the rocket’s porthole and exhaust trail light up in all the colors of the rainbow.

Easy Soldering – Perfect for Beginners

This kit is ideal for beginners: You only need to solder 6 components on the back of the PCB. The included THT LEDs (Through-Hole Technology) are cleverly surface-mounted to keep the front looking neat and clean. There’s just one hole – for attaching a keychain or clipping the rocket onto a bag.

No worries if you’ve never soldered before: a detailed, well-tested instruction guide walks you through your little rocket adventure step by step!

Video Tip: Check out the rainbow light animation here:
Watch on YouTube (It looks even better in real life!)

Who Is It For?

This rocket soldering kit is designed for electronics beginners – great for kids (with supervision), teens, and adults. The components are intentionally a bit larger, making soldering easier. An ideal gift for tech enthusiasts, birthday parties, or STEM workshops!

What’s Inside the Rocket Soldering Kit

All electronic components required for soldering are included. The CR2032 battery is not part of the kit due to shipping restrictions – you can easily find one at hardware stores or well-stocked supermarkets.

  • PCB: High-quality printed circuit board with gold-plated traces and translucent areas for stunning light effects
  • 4 RGB LEDs: Color-changing via integrated microelectronics (red-green-blue) – displays the full rainbow spectrum
  • SMD Battery Holder: For one CR2032 coin cell, easy to solder
  • Click-on Slide Switch: Enables easy on/off functionality – satisfying tactile feedback included
PCB and components of the rocket soldering kit

Tools & Accessories You’ll Need

Additional items you'll need:

  • Soldering iron & solder wire
  • Tweezers (recommended)
  • CR2032 coin cell battery (not included)

Here are some tips for your minimal soldering workspace.

Step-by-Step Online Instructions

Every kit includes a digital manual in both German and English. The guides are filled with helpful images and tips. You can find them here:

View Instructions (Download PDF)

For sustainability reasons, we don’t include printed manuals. It's best to follow along on your phone or tablet.

About MINT-Labs

MINT-Labs Regensburg e.V. is a non-profit organization promoting STEM education (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) for all ages. This kit was developed in close collaboration with them and proudly carries their name.

Lovingly Hand-Packed

All our kits are lovingly hand-packed in Germany. If a part is ever missing, just drop us a message – we’ll send you a replacement free of charge. And if there’s an extra part? Feel free to keep it for your own creations!

Rocket kit lovingly packed by hand

Share Your Rocket With Us!

What did you create with your rocket kit? Show us!

  • Twitter/Mastodon: #LötenVerbindet
  • Instagram: @blinkyparts_com or use the hashtag #LötenVerbindet

Help Others With Your Review

How was your rocket soldering experience? Share your thoughts on the product page under “Reviews” – your feedback helps others find the perfect kit!

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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