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In the Maker Shed: Serial RFID Card Reader

In the Maker Shed: Serial RFID Card Reader

The Parallax Serial RFID Card Reader, from the Maker Shed, is a great way to add hardware based authentication into your next project. This easy to use board requires only 4 connections to your PC or Arduino. The RFID Reader Module can be used in a wide variety of hobbyist and commercial applications, including access control, automatic identification, robotics, navigation, inventory tracking, payment systems, and car immobilization.

In the Maker Shed: Monochron Clock Kit

The Monochron, from the Maker Shed, is a completely hackable, open source clock kit that has a funky retro feel. The ATmega328 processor comes pre-programmed with a “Retro Arcade Table Tennis for Two” face but includes the Arduino bootloader making it easy to program your own custom look. The kit comes complete with all electronics (soldering required), laser cut case, and power plug.