Kitronik 5V LED Desk Lamp Kit

The Kitronik 5V LED Desk Lamp Kit is an easy to build lamp kit providing bright, efficient lighting with the flexibility to be powered either by battery or mains power. It includes 9 white super flux LEDs that produce a collective brightness of around 16,000 mCd. The kit incorporates current limit resistors, enabling it to run safely from a 5V supply or from three AA batteries, offering portability and power versatility.

This compact lamp module, measuring 45mm by 45mm, is perfect for a desk lamp when paired with a micro USB power supply and breakout board.

Features:

• Easy to build LED lamp kit.
• Can be powered by 5V mains supply or 3 x AA batteries.
• Includes 9 white super flux 5mm LEDs with water clear lens and 80-degree viewing angle.
• Current limiting resistors pre-installed for safe operation.

Contents:

• 9 x White Super Flux 5mm Water Clear LED – 80deg – 1800mCd
• 3 x 33R Resistors
• 1 x 5V LED Desk Lamp Kit PCB (45mm x 45mm)

Electrical Specifications:

• Nominal Voltage: 5V
• Voltage Range: 2.5V - 5.5V
• Maximum Voltage: 6.5V
• Maximum Current at 5V: 175mA

Requirements:

• Soldering iron and solder for assembly.
• Power supply options:
  • 5V Wall Power Unit (modification may be required)
  • 3 x AA Batteries with battery cage and switch
  • Micro USB Breakout Board with power switch and mobile phone charger

Additional Resources:

• Essential information (PDF)
• Full teaching resources (PDF)