Summary of Arduino Circular Cylon!
This beginner-friendly Arduino project involves creating a circular LED display, often referred to as a "Circular Cylon." It uses 10 LEDs arranged in an oval shape on a prototyping board. The cathodes of all LEDs are connected together, while each anode is wired individually. The project requires soldering the LEDs onto the board and connecting them to an Arduino to control the lighting pattern. A video demonstration is available in the final step to guide users through the process.
Parts used in the Arduino Circular Cylon:
- 10 LEDs (any color)
- Wire (such as ribbon cable)
- Arduino
- Electrical tape (optional)
- Prototyping board
This is a quick arduino project that is great for beginners. Enjoy! There is a video on the last step!
Step 1: What you Need
To build this project you will need:
10 LEDs, any color will do.
Some wire, I used a ribbon cable I had
Most importantly, an Arduino
Perhaps some electrical tape
Prototyping board
Step 2: Build it!
Start off by arranging your LEDs on the proto board however you choose, I chose to place them in an oval shape.
After that, solder them to the board. After they are soldered, solder all the cathodes (shorter leads, – or the lead that has the flat side) together. Then, solder a wire to each anode (other lead of the LEDs) to a wire.
For more detail: Arduino Circular Cylon!
