Automatic Staircase Lights with Arduino Uno

Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.

Grandparents deserve a safer home, and young makers can now build the solution themselves. This kit guides you through creating a motion-activated LED strip that illuminates a staircase for 30 seconds - exactly when an elderly family member steps near. No more fumbling for switches in the dark. You'll use a PIR sensor to detect movement, an Arduino to process the signal, and a relay to switch the lights on for a precise, timed interval, all while learning real-world automation.

What You'll Build

You'll assemble a working safety light system that mounts near any staircase. When the PIR senses motion, five bright white LEDs turn on automatically and stay lit for half a minute, giving enough time for a senior to ascend or descend safely. The relay isolates the low-voltage control from the output, a technique used in countless home automation devices.

What You'll Learn

• Wiring a PIR motion sensor to an Arduino input pin
• Programming an Arduino to trigger a relay based on sensor signals
• Using the delay() function to create a precise 30-second timer
• Designing a practical elder-care device from individual components

Kit Contents

Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately

Who This Kit Is For

Students in CBSE Class 11-12 and ATL Tinkering Labs will find this project aligns perfectly with their curriculum on sensors and automation. It's also a meaningful gift for any young maker (ages 8 and up, with adult supervision) who wants to solve a real family problem. Whether you're preparing for a school science exhibition or simply building a useful device for grandparents, this kit delivers a complete learning experience.

Built and Backed by Compoden

Every Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project - accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.