“This is a 12V bulb which is being overdriven to 14+V, to about 140 watts, with an estimated light output of about 4000 lumens. Compare that to a regular 2D MagLight, which is much, much less than 50 lumens.” Yup, that’s 12 1.2V NiMH batteries in there, which I guess means it’s rechargable too. I […]
We covered a similar DIY version of this device, it turns off something plugged in when it detects your PC is off – “Many computer peripherals use power even when they are turned off. The Mini Power Minder communicates with your PC via USB so when you start up or shutdown your computer, power to […]
What a great kit, a fully functional Altair! The Altair 8800 Kit is built using the highest quality parts available. Every part is new or new old stock. Every part required to complete the kit is included except the power cord, which I do not want to include due to possible liability issues. The kit […]
Temporary Tattoos are always a big hit with kids, but the designs usually aren’t that great – here’s a tattoo kit for kits so they can make their own (or just use the stencils) – It looks like it’s a pen with a motor, so you could make your own too… “Open up your very […]
The week in tools from our friend Chuck! – “What Maker doesn’t carry a pocket knife? We gave up our daily-carrys this week to try out some new ones with blades made of chrome vanadium – an alloy near to any tool-lover’s heart. We also looked at a cordless metal circ saw (you’ll never cut […]
We’ve mentioned this kit before, but here’s more about it, a simple “snap together” kit for kids… – “Snap Circuits electronic educational toys make learning electronics easy and fun! Just follow the colorful pictures in the included manual and build exciting projects, including FM and AM radios, digital voice recorders, burglar alarms, doorbells, and much […]
Exergia has a ton of great kits… – “Sophisticated demonstration models of alternative energy technologies for universities, schools and interested individuals: Stirling Engines and steam engines, fuel cells, photovoltaic objects, toys and more! Discover extraordinary ideas in energy related devices: Educational devices inspired by old and new concepts to demonstrate the physical principles of conventional […]
