OLED Mandelbrot Fractal Viewer Kit with Arduino Uno + LED
OLED Mandelbrot Fractal Viewer Kit with Arduino Uno + LED – Explore Infinite Zoom on OLED
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Turn a handful of electronic parts into a portable fractal explorer. This kit lets you generate the famous Mandelbrot set on a crisp OLED screen, using four buttons to zoom into infinite detail and pan across the mathematical landscape. Perfect for visually curious minds who want to see how coding translates into hypnotic, ever-changing art.
What You'll Build
A standalone device that displays the Mandelbrot set on a tiny 0.96-inch OLED, powered by Arduino Uno. You'll wire up a breadboard circuit with tactile push buttons to control zoom and pan, then flash the Arduino with provided code that calculates fractals using fixed-point math. The result is a palm-sized, battery-powered viewer that explores the infinite boundary of the Mandelbrot set – watch the patterns unfold with every button press.
What You'll Learn
- Convert floating-point math to fixed-point arithmetic for faster embedded calculations
- Implement iterative escape-time algorithms to render the Mandelbrot set on screen
- Interface an I2C OLED display with Arduino Uno using the SSD1306 library
- Read multiple push buttons and debounce them in software to control zoom and pan
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Uno R3 | 1 |
| 0.96in OLED | 1 |
| Tactile Button | 4 |
| 4.7kΩ Resistors | 5 |
| 10kΩ Resistors | 5 |
| 400-pt Breadboard | 1 |
| M-M Wires | 20 |
| 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
Designed for curious minds across India – CBSE Class 9–12 students connecting math and programming, ATL Tinkering Lab participants building an algorithmic art piece, and B.Tech ECE/EEE students at NIT/IIT wanting a quick fixed-point optimization demo. A parent-child weekend project for kids aged 10+ who love fractals and want a tangible device to experiment with infinite zoom.
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?
The AI companion walks you through every wire connection and code upload. You can also message us on WhatsApp for direct help from a human engineer.
Do I need soldering for this kit?
No soldering required. Everything connects on the included breadboard using jumper wires, making the build completely reversible and beginner-friendly.
Can I modify the zoom speed or color scheme?
Absolutely. The supplied Arduino code is open-source; you can tweak zoom step sizes in the code and invert OLED draw colors to create new visual effects.
What does this kit teach about fixed-point math?
It shows how to represent fractional numbers using integers – a critical skill for microcontrollers without a floating-point unit. You'll see firsthand how it speeds up fractal generation compared to standard float calculations.
Mandelbrot set rendered on OLED. Zoom and pan controls. Teaches fixed point maths and iteration.
What's in this kit
- Arduino Uno R3
- 0.96in OLED
- Tactile Button x4
- 4.7kΩ Resistors x5
- 10kΩ Resistors x5
- 400-pt Breadboard
- M-M Wires x20
- 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