{"product_id":"kit-pi-pico-pwm-led-dimmer","title":"Pi Pico PWM LED Dimmer","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBuild a PWM LED Dimmer with Raspberry Pi Pico – Hands-On Analog-to-Digital Control\u003c\/h1\u003e\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\u003cdiv class=\"specs-strip\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-2 hrs\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-15\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill:\u003c\/strong\u003e MicroPython PWM \u0026amp; analog input\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn a simple knob and watch LEDs glow brighter or dimmer – all controlled by a Raspberry Pi Pico running your very first MicroPython code. This kit turns the abstract idea of pulse‑width modulation into a tangible, satisfying experience. In under two hours you will wire a potentiometer to the Pi Pico's analog input, write a program that reads its rotation, and use PWM to smoothly fade three white LEDs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Build\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will build a self-contained dimmer circuit on a breadboard. Twist the potentiometer knob and the three white LEDs instantly respond – from fully off to maximum brightness and every subtle step in between. The entire circuit is powered by the Pi Pico and programmed by you in MicroPython, giving you complete control over the behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRead an analog voltage from a potentiometer using the Pi Pico's ADC\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConvert an analog reading into a PWM duty cycle for LED control\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWrite a clean MicroPython loop that continuously updates brightness in real time\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUnderstand the relationship between a physical knob, its digital representation, and the output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\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\u003eRaspberry Pi Pico\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5mm White LED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10kΩ Potentiometer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220Ω Resistors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400-pt Breadboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM-M Wires\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicro USB Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\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\u003ch2\u003eWho This Kit Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is designed for young makers aged 5–15 who want their first taste of physical computing. It fits perfectly into CBSE Class 6–10 STEM activities, ATL Tinkering Lab challenges, and after‑school tinkering clubs. Parents or mentors can help with the initial setup, and within minutes the child will be turning a knob and controlling lights – a powerful spark for deeper exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\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\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat if I get stuck during the build?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eScan the QR code on the box to launch the Compoden AI companion. It knows the exact layout and code of this kit and will guide you step by step. You can also message us on WhatsApp for a quick human-assisted fix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo I need any coding experience to complete this?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot at all. The kit includes a pre-written, fully commented MicroPython script. The AI companion explains every line in simple terms, and kids as young as 5 can follow along with an adult’s help.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I use this for a school science exhibition?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. This PWM dimmer beautifully demonstrates analog-to-digital conversion and embedded programming. It’s a clean, working model for CBSE, ICSE, or ATL Tinkering Lab presentations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat can I do next after I finish this kit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Pi Pico is highly expandable. You can modify the code to control a DC motor’s speed, move a servo, or even build a light‑controlled automatic dimmer using a photoresistor. Our AI companion can suggest follow‑up projects tailored to your interests.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"kit-description\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003ePotentiometer controls LED brightness via PWM in MicroPython. 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