Joystick Controlled Arm Kit with Arduino Uno + Servo
Build Your Own Joystick-Controlled Robotic Arm with Arduino Uno + Servo
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Take your Arduino skills from blinking LEDs to real-world robotics. This kit lets you assemble a two-degree-of-freedom arm that mimics industrial pick-and-place robots. The dual-axis joystick smoothly drives shoulder and elbow servos, while a dedicated button toggles the gripper — teaching precise servo motion, analog sensor reading, and structured assembly in one build.
What You'll Build
You'll assemble a functional robotic arm that rotates its base joint and raises the forearm in response to joystick movements. The gripper opens and closes on command, ready to pick up light objects like foam balls or pen caps. By the end, you'll have a tangible project demonstrating how manual controls map to electromechanical motion — a direct stepping stone to autonomous systems and engineering prototypes.
What You'll Learn
- Interface a dual-axis joystick with Arduino Uno and read analog voltages to control servo angles in real time.
- Map joystick axis values to servo positions using pulse-width modulation (PWM) and understand servo calibration.
- Assemble a 2DOF robotic arm structure and wire three servos for coordinated shoulder, elbow, and gripper motion.
- Implement toggle-logic gripper control using a push button and digital input reading without any delay loops.
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Uno R3 | 1 |
| Dual-Axis Joystick | 1 |
| SG90 Servo | 3 |
| 10kΩ Resistors | 5 |
| 100nF Caps | 5 |
| 400-pt Breadboard | 1 |
| M-M Wires | 20 |
| M-F Wires | 15 |
| 9V Battery Snap | 1 |
Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately
| Factor | Sourcing Separately | Compoden Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility checks | You verify every part | Pre-tested as a system |
| Build support | Forums and scattered tutorials | AI companion trained on this exact project |
| Time to first working build | Days of debugging | Hours, with step-by-step guidance |
| Shipping coordination | Multiple sellers, multiple delays | One shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days |
Who This Kit Is For
If you're a B.Tech 1st or 2nd year ECE/EEE student looking for a microcontrollers project, or a CBSE Class 12 innovator building a robotics demonstration for ATL Tinkering Lab, this kit bridges theory and practice. It's equally at home in Smart India Hackathon prototyping, IIT/NIT/VIT/BITS maker spaces, and any classroom where a quick, reliable robotic manipulator is needed to teach embedded systems and servo mechanics.
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.
What if I get stuck during the build?
Open the AI companion via QR code and describe your issue. It’s trained on every step of this joystick arm project. You can also send a photo on WhatsApp, and we’ll help you debug.
Is a mechanical frame included for the arm?
The kit provides all electronics and servos. You'll need to craft the arm structure from cardboard, popsicle sticks, or 3D printed parts. The AI companion includes a dimensional diagram of the assembly to guide you.
What can I actually pick up with the gripper?
The SG90 servo-driven gripper can reliably hold lightweight items like small foam balls, pen caps, paper clips, or chocolate wrappers. It’s designed for demonstration, not heavy payloads.
Do I need any soldering to complete the build?
No soldering at all. Every connection is made on the 400-point breadboard using the provided M‑M and M‑F jumper wires, so you can assemble and modify the circuit quickly.
Joystick axes control shoulder and elbow servos of 2DOF arm. Button toggles gripper.
What's in this kit
- Arduino Uno R3
- Dual-Axis Joystick
- SG90 Servo x3
- 10kΩ Resistors x5
- 100nF Caps x5
- 400-pt Breadboard
- M-M Wires x20
- M-F Wires x15
- 9V Battery Snap
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Shipping Information
- Prepaid Orders: ₹75 for orders up to ₹999, FREE shipping above ₹999
- COD Orders: ₹125 shipping + ₹50 COD fee = ₹175 total
- Delivery Timeline: Dispatch in 1-2 days, delivery in 2-7 days depending on location
Returns & Warranty
- 7-Day Return: Manufacturing defects only (approval required)
- Warranty: 7 days from delivery
- Non-Returnable: Batteries, consumables, cut wires, clearance items