RGB LED Cube 4x4x4 Kit with Arduino Uno + LED
4x4x4 RGB LED Cube — An Immersive 3D Display Powered by Arduino Uno
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
You’re staring at 64 individually addressable RGB LEDs suspended in a perfect 4x4x4 matrix — each one pulsing through rainbow sweeps, spirals, and firework bursts. This isn’t a flat screen; it’s a tangible volume of light you build from components. By the end, you’ll have a programmable art piece that cycles through PROGMEM-stored animation patterns entirely driven by shift registers and an Arduino Uno, a project that shines in tech fests and portfolio reviews.
What You'll Build
A freestanding 4x4x4 cube where every LED can display any color, controlled by four 74HC595 shift registers that multiplex the common cathodes. You’ll solder the grid, wire the registers, and load custom 3D animations into the Arduino’s flash memory. The result is a smooth, flicker-free show that reacts to patterns you design — ready to mount as a desk installation or hardware demo.
What You'll Learn
- How to drive 192 individual LED channels using only a handful of microcontroller pins via serial-in-parallel-out shift registers.
- Multiplexing techniques to refresh a 3D matrix without ghosting or visible lag.
- Optimizing animation data storage in AVR PROGMEM to fit complex sequences in limited memory.
- Soldering a dense grid and prototyping a stable power distribution network for high-current loads.
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Uno R3 | 1 |
| 74HC595 Shift Register | 4 |
| RGB LED Common Cathode | 64 |
| 100Ω Resistors | 64 |
| 100nF Capacitors | 10 |
| 5V 3A PSU | 1 |
| PCB Prototype Board | 5 |
| Soldering Iron | 1 |
| Solder Wire | 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
B.Tech ECE and EEE students tackling mini/major projects, Smart India Hackathon hardware track participants, and makers from IITs, NITs, VIT, and BITS who want a ready-to-build display platform. It’s also ideal for advanced hobbyists wanting to master shift register chaining and memory-optimized real-time animation on Arduino — no prior cube experience needed, but solid soldering and basic coding are assumed.
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?
Scan the QR code to open your AI companion, which walks you through every connection and code upload. You can also send photos over WhatsApp and get a diagnosis within hours.
Can I create my own animation patterns?
Absolutely. The kit includes default PROGMEM sequences, and the AI companion explains how to design and compile new 3D arrays, teaching you the exact memory layout.
Do I need an oscilloscope for debugging?
Not with this kit. The shift register data and latch signals are covered in the companion’s troubleshooting flow, and the pre-built code verifies each layer sequentially so you can isolate faults with a multimeter.
Is this suitable for a college mini project submission?
Yes, many students have used this exact kit for ECE/EEE final-year and mini project submissions. It demonstrates multiplexing, serial communication, and embedded C — all well-documented in the companion guide.
64 RGB LEDs wired as a 4x4x4 cube driven by shift registers. 3D animation patterns cycle through PROGMEM sequences.
What's in this kit
- Arduino Uno R3
- 74HC595 Shift Register x4
- RGB LED Common Cathode x64
- 100Ω Resistors x64
- 100nF Caps x10
- 5V 3A PSU
- PCB Prototype Board x5
- Soldering Iron
- Solder Wire
Choose your assembly option:
- Soldering Kit — 25W soldering iron, 60/40 solder wire, flux, and small perfboard for permanent assembly.
- Breadboard Combo — 800-point full-size breadboard with 65-piece jumper wire pack for solderless prototyping.
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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