Smart Ironing Board Safety Timer Kit with Arduino Uno + Sensor
Smart Ironing Board Safety Timer with Arduino Uno – Prevent Forgotten Iron Fires
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Forgetting to switch off the iron is one of the most common kitchen-table fire risks in Indian homes. This kit turns that real-world danger into a hands-on learning project where you build a working safety timer that senses when the iron is left upright and cuts power after a preset delay. It uses a simple tilt sensor and an Arduino Uno, making it perfect for beginners or young makers supervised by an adult.
What You'll Build
By completing this project, you will have a compact module that attaches to any ironing board. When the iron is placed in its upright, resting position, a tilt sensor sends a signal to the Arduino. If the iron stays vertical for longer than the programmed time (10 minutes by default), a relay switches off the power and a buzzer sounds until you reset it. The two LED indicators show "power on" and "alert" status at a glance.
What You'll Learn
- How to read a tilt sensor with Arduino Uno's digital input
- Controlling a 5V relay to switch high-power appliances safely
- Programming timer logic and non-blocking delays in Arduino IDE
- Building circuits on a breadboard without any soldering
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Uno R3 | 1 |
| SW520D Tilt Sensor | 1 |
| 5V Relay Module | 1 |
| Active Buzzer | 1 |
| 5mm Red LED | 2 |
| 1N4007 Diode | 3 |
| 10kΩ Resistors | 5 |
| 400-pt Breadboard | 1 |
| M-M Wires | 15 |
| 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
Young innovators aged 8 to 15 who want to solve a real safety problem at home will find this project motivating and manageable. It also fits CBSE Class 11-12 physics practical curriculums on sensors and automation, ATL Tinkering Lab challenges, or first-year B.Tech ECE/EEE mini projects. Teachers and parents looking for a safe, guided electronics kit can trust that every component is tested to work together without any soldering.
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 launch the AI companion, which walks you through wiring and code step by step. You can also send a photo of your setup to our WhatsApp support and we'll help within an hour.
Can I change the 10-minute timer to something else?
Absolutely. The Arduino sketch is fully customizable. You can modify the delay variable in the code to set any time you prefer, and the AI companion can guide you through it.
Is this kit safe for kids to use with a real iron?
Yes, when built under adult supervision. The relay isolates the Arduino from the mains voltage. We recommend testing with a battery-powered lamp first, then moving to the ironing board setup once you confirm everything works.
Does the tilt sensor work if the iron is hung instead of resting upright?
The SW520D contains a conductive ball that closes a circuit when tilted past roughly 45 degrees. As long as the iron's resting position — whether upright or hung — tilts the sensor beyond that threshold, it will trigger reliably.
Tilt sensor detects iron placed upright. Relay cuts power if iron is forgotten for 10 minutes.
What's in this kit
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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