{"product_id":"kit-nixie-tube-clock-driver","title":"Nixie Tube Clock Driver Kit with Arduino Nano","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBuild a Vintage IN-12 Nixie Tube Clock with This Arduino Nano Driver Kit\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 Intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-5 hours\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15-18\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-Voltage Nixie Tube Clock Assembly\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCapture the warm, mesmerizing glow of genuine Soviet-era IN-12 Nixie tubes as you solder and assemble your own desk clock. This kit gives you everything to create a retro numeric display driven by an Arduino Nano and a precision DS3231 real-time clock — no sourcing of rare parts, no compatibility guesswork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Build\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fully functional four-digit clock with glowing Nixie tubes that display hours and minutes in a way no modern screen can mimic. The IN-12 tubes emit a distinctive orange light, and once assembled, you'll own a unique conversation piece that blends vintage aesthetics with reliable digital timekeeping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSoldering through-hole components on prototype boards to build a robust clock circuit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInterfacing a DS3231 RTC module with Arduino for drift-free, battery-backed timekeeping\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDriving high-voltage Nixie tubes safely using K155ID1 decoder ICs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAssembling and testing a 170V DC power supply for Nixie tube operation while respecting high-voltage safety practices\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 Nano\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\u003eK155ID1 Decoder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIN-12 Nixie Tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHV PSU 170V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15kΩ Resistors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex10\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\u003ePCB Prototype Board\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex4\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\u003ePerfect for CBSE Class 11–12 students building a standout electronics project, B.Tech ECE\/EEE students who want hands-on experience with high-voltage circuits, and hobbyists preparing for competitions like Smart India Hackathon. It also suits ATL Tinkering Lab instructors looking for a ready-to-build retro clock module that teaches soldering, microcontrollers, and vintage display technology.\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 access the AI companion; it knows this kit inside out. You can also message us on WhatsApp for a direct reply within hours — we'll help you debug step by step.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo I need any prior soldering experience?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome basic soldering is helpful, but the AI companion guides every joint with close-up references. The included soldering iron and solder are perfect for first-timers, and the board layouts are designed to minimise confusion around high-voltage tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eAre the IN-12 tubes new or used?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe IN-12 Nixie tubes are New Old Stock (NOS) from Soviet-era inventory, tested for uniform glow and expected lifespan before packaging. They have never been installed in a previous project.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the high-voltage power supply safe for classroom use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 170V DC supply is low-current and built around a pre‑tested module, but it does present a shock hazard if touched. We include clear safety notes, and for students under 16 we recommend adult supervision during the power‑up stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"kit-description\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIN-12 Nixie tubes driven by K155ID1 decoder and HV PSU. DS3231 keeps accurate time. 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