{"product_id":"kit-mechanical-seven-segment-clock","title":"Mechanical Seven Segment Clock Kit with Arduino Mega + Servo","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMechanical Seven Segment Clock Kit with Arduino Mega \u0026amp; Servo Magic\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"value-summary\"\u003eEvery part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs-strip\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-8 hrs\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-21\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multi-servo synchronization \u0026amp; precision timing\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImagine a clock where time isn’t just displayed — it physically moves. Fourteen micro servos push and pull individual acrylic segment flaps to form digits, creating a hypnotic mechanical ballet every second. This kit transforms the classic seven-segment display into an art piece, driven by an Arduino Mega and a real-time clock for flawless accuracy. It’s designed for makers who want a show-stopping desk spectacle that blends electronics, mechanics, and code.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Build\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll assemble a fully functional mechanical clock that uses 14 SG90 servos to flip 7 physical segments per digit (two digits for hours, a colon, two digits for minutes). A DS3231 RTC ensures time stays set even after power loss. An OLED screen adds a digital backup, and the entire system is controlled by an Arduino Mega through a PCA9685 servo driver. The final result is a sturdy, acrylic-framed clock that clicks and flutters with every minute change — a perfect blend of retro charm and modern engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWrite Arduino code to synchronize 14 servos via I2C using a PCA9685 driver, avoiding timing conflicts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInterface a DS3231 real-time clock module and read time with sub-second accuracy over I2C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesign and calibrate mechanical linkages so each segment flap moves exactly 90° without binding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTroubleshoot power distribution for high servo loads and clean signal integrity with capacitors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArduino Mega 2560\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDS3231 RTC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSG90 Servo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCA9685 Servo Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.96in OLED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.7kΩ Resistors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100nF Caps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5V 5A PSU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCB Prototype Board\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcrylic Sheet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoldering Iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolder Wire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFactor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSourcing Separately\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompoden Kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility checks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYou verify every part\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-tested as a system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuild support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForums and scattered tutorials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAI companion trained on this exact project\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTime to first working build\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDays of debugging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHours, with step-by-step guidance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping coordination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMultiple sellers, multiple delays\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Kit Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an advanced project for B.Tech ECE\/EEE students, Smart India Hackathon teams exploring unconventional displays, and tinkerers from IIT, NIT, VIT, or BITS Pilani who want a hardware challenge beyond blinking LEDs. If you’ve already built simpler Arduino clocks and crave a mechanically intricate, code-heavy build, this kit delivers a portfolio-worthy masterpiece. The included soldering iron assumes you have prior soldering skill — this isn’t a beginner’s first kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt and Backed by Compoden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat if I get stuck during the build?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eScan the QR code on the box to chat with our AI companion, trained on this exact clock project. If you need human help, reach us on WhatsApp — we typically respond within hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow accurate is the timekeeping? Will it drift?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe DS3231 RTC is temperature-compensated and accurate to ±2ppm, meaning it may drift only a few seconds per month. It keeps time even when the clock is unplugged, thanks to a backup battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I customize the number of digits to show seconds?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe mechanical design uses 14 servos for a four-digit HH:MM display. You could scale it by adding more servo arrays and modifying the code, but the kit’s acrylic layout is pre-cut for this format. It’s an excellent extension challenge for hackathons.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs soldering strictly necessary?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The servo driver, capacitors, resistors, and OLED must be soldered onto the prototype boards. The kit includes a soldering iron and solder wire, and we recommend prior soldering experience for a smooth 6-8 hour build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"kit-description\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eServos mechanically move physical segment flaps to show time. DS3231 RTC drives the movement schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch4\u003eWhat's in this kit\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mega-2560-r3-development-board-arduino-compatible-54-io-256kb\"\u003eArduino Mega 2560\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ds3231-real-time-clock-module-i2c-rtc-with-battery-backup\"\u003eDS3231 RTC\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sg90-servo-motor-9g-micro-servo-for-robotics-arduino\"\u003eSG90 Servo\u003c\/a\u003e x14\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pca9685-16-channel-12-bit-pwm-servo-driver-module-for-arduino-raspberry-pi\"\u003ePCA9685 Servo Driver\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/096in-oled-display-128x64-i2cspi-for-arduino-raspberry-pi\"\u003e0.96in OLED\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/resistor-variety-pack-100-pcs-10-values-14w-carbon-film\"\u003e4.7kΩ Resistors\u003c\/a\u003e x5\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/capacitor-variety-pack-6-values-100nf-to-470uf-30-pieces\"\u003e100nF Caps\u003c\/a\u003e x10\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/4-channel-relay-board-for-esp32-30-pin-5v-control\"\u003e5V 5A PSU\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/esp-wroom-32-breakout-board-pcb-55x52mm\"\u003ePCB Prototype Board\u003c\/a\u003e x3\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/raspberry-pi-transparent-acrylic-enclosure-clear-case-with-gpio-cutout\"\u003eAcrylic Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e x2\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/soldering-kit-25w-with-solder-wire-flux-paste-compoden\"\u003eSoldering Iron\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/soldering-kit-25w-with-solder-wire-flux-paste-compoden\"\u003eSolder Wire\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What is included in the Mechanical Seven Segment Clock Kit with Arduino Mega + Servo?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The Mechanical Seven Segment Clock Kit with Arduino Mega + Servo includes all components needed: Arduino Mega 2560, DS3231 RTC, SG90 Servo, PCA9685 Servo Driver, 0.96in OLED and more. Everything is pre-tested for compatibility and shipped from Bengaluru, India.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What skill level is required for the Mechanical Seven Segment Clock Kit with Arduino Mega + Servo?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"This kit is designed for Advanced level makers, suitable for ages 18-21. Servos mechanically move physical segment flaps to show time. DS3231 RTC drives the movement schedule. Estimated build time is 6-8 hrs.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Can I buy the Mechanical Seven Segment Clock Kit with Arduino Mega + Servo online in India?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes, the Mechanical Seven Segment Clock Kit with Arduino Mega + Servo is available online at Compoden (compoden.in), India's AI-powered electronics and robotics store. Ships from Bengaluru in 1-5 business days across India.\"\n      }\n    }\n  ]\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"Product\",\n  \"name\": \"Mechanical Seven Segment Clock Kit with Arduino Mega + Servo\",\n  \"description\": \"Servos mechanically move physical segment flaps to show time. DS3231 RTC drives the movement schedule.\",\n  \"sku\": \"CDN-KIT-0926\",\n  \"brand\": {\"@type\": \"Brand\", \"name\": \"Compoden\"},\n  \"offers\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Offer\",\n    \"url\": \"https:\/\/compoden.in\/products\/kit-mechanical-seven-segment-clock\",\n    \"priceCurrency\": \"INR\",\n    \"price\": \"6375\",\n    \"availability\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/InStock\",\n    \"seller\": {\"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"Compoden\"}\n  },\n  \"category\": \"Display \u0026 Art\"\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose your assembly option:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoldering Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — 25W soldering iron, 60\/40 solder wire, flux, and small perfboard for permanent assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreadboard Combo\u003c\/strong\u003e — 800-point full-size breadboard with 65-piece jumper wire pack for solderless prototyping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Compoden","offers":[{"title":"Clone \/ Soldering Kit","offer_id":53456287269229,"sku":"CDN-KIT-0926-CL-SLD","price":6070.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Clone \/ Breadboard Combo","offer_id":53459817398637,"sku":"CDN-KIT-0926-CL-BB","price":5540.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"R3 Original \/ Soldering Kit","offer_id":53456287301997,"sku":"CDN-KIT-0926-R3-SLD","price":8510.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"R3 Original \/ Breadboard Combo","offer_id":53459817431405,"sku":"CDN-KIT-0926-R3-BB","price":7980.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"R4 WiFi \/ Soldering Kit","offer_id":53456287334765,"sku":"CDN-KIT-0926-R4-SLD","price":7820.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"R4 WiFi \/ Breadboard Combo","offer_id":53459817464173,"sku":"CDN-KIT-0926-R4-BB","price":7290.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/3997\/5533\/files\/kit-mechanical-seven-segment-clock.png?v=1781946312","url":"https:\/\/compoden.com\/products\/kit-mechanical-seven-segment-clock","provider":"Compoden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}