Scrolling LED Name Badge Kit with Arduino Uno + LED
Scrolling LED Name Badge Kit with Arduino Uno – Build Your Own Animated Name Display
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Transform two compact LED matrices into a personalised name badge that scrolls your name, a favourite word, or a short message in a continuous loop. This kit is your first step into the world of MAX7219-based displays, turning a handful of components into a working, wearable, or desk-top light show with zero soldering. It’s a project that blends creativity with basic coding, designed to give you a quick win and the confidence to explore more complex visual electronics.
What You'll Build
You'll assemble a two-module LED matrix display that scrolls any text you program across 16 bright columns. The completed panel can be pinned to a backpack, placed on a desk, or mounted in a small frame. Once you've mastered the base sketch, you can easily tweak the scrolling speed, add symbols, or cycle through multiple messages—the display becomes whatever you imagine.
What You'll Learn
- How to interface MAX7219 8x8 LED matrix modules with Arduino Uno using just three digital pins
- Scrolling text logic and character mapping to create smooth, uninterrupted animations
- Breadboard circuit assembly without soldering, reinforcing tidy wiring and power management
- Customising Arduino code to alter messages, patterns, and display behaviours
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Uno R3 | 1 |
| MAX7219 8x8 LED Matrix | 2 |
| 100nF Capacitors | 5 |
| 10µF Capacitors | 2 |
| Male-to-Male Jumper Wires | 20 |
| Male-to-Female Jumper Wires | 10 |
| 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
This kit is built for young electronics explorers from Class 5 onwards, CBSE and ICSE students preparing for science exhibitions, ATL Tinkering Lab activities, and parent-child weekend projects. It's also a great first Arduino experience for B.Tech ECE/EEE freshers who want to understand display interfacing before moving to more complex modules. If you can follow simple wiring diagrams and are curious about how scrolling displays work, you're ready.
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 on the box to chat with the AI companion; it knows every connection and common mistake. If you need a human touch, WhatsApp support is included.
Can I program my name in Hindi or regional scripts?
The MAX7219 drivers work with the ASCII character set, but you can design custom 8x8 bitmaps for Devanagari or other characters and upload them as custom glyphs in your Arduino sketch.
Is soldering required for this kit?
No, all connections are made with jumper wires on a breadboard. The kit is fully plug-and-play, so even a 10-year-old can assemble it with supervision.
Can I wear the finished badge on my shirt?
Absolutely — the assembled matrix is lightweight. Use a safety pin or a badge clip (not included) to attach the back of the breadboard to clothing, and power it with a 9V battery.
MAX7219 LED matrix scrolls your name in a loop. First LED matrix project.
What's in this kit
- Arduino Uno R3
- MAX7219 8x8 LED Matrix x2
- 100nF Caps x5
- 10µF Caps x2
- M-M Wires x20
- M-F Wires x10
- 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