Kitronik Solar Torch Kit

The Kitronik Solar Torch Kit is a through-hole soldering kit designed for KS3 Design and Technology lessons. This educational kit introduces students to electronics, soldering, and renewable energy by building a solar-powered torch. It is suitable for use as a standalone project or as part of a larger product design assignment including enclosure design. The torch’s circuit consists of energy storage and usage sections, charging capacitors via a solar cell and illuminating an LED with stored energy. The PCB includes features to attach the torch to a keyring with sticky pads and has 4 M3 mounting holes for secure enclosure fixings.

• Learn about soldering, electronics, and renewable energy with one kit.
• Compact design allows carrying on a keyring.
• PCB includes mounting holes for secure fixing.
• Ideal for introducing electronics construction in classroom lessons.
• Can be integrated into broader product design and renewable energy projects.

Contents:

• 1 x BAT41 Signal Diode
• 2 x Electrolytic Super Capacitors, 2.7V 6.3mm diameter
• 1 x White 5mm Water Clear LED – 25deg – 2250mCd
• 1 x 150R CR25 0.25W carbon film resistor with 5% tolerance
• 1 x Flat Profile Tact Switch
• 1 x Solar Cell (50 x 30 mm, 5V)
• 1 x Sticky Fixers Strip
• Solar Torch Kit PCB

Dimensions:

• Length: 62mm
• Width: 30mm
• Max Height: 18mm

Requires soldering tools such as soldering iron, solder, wire cutters, and wire strippers (not included).