Arduino TFT Compass Rose Display Kit – Build a Live Digital Compass

Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.

Ever wondered how a smartphone compass works? This kit lets you build your own. A QMC5883L magnetometer sensor reads magnetic fields, while a 1.8-inch color TFT screen draws a rotating compass rose that updates live as you move. It’s a clean mix of real-world sensing and visual feedback — ideal for understanding cardinal directions, navigation basics, or simply satisfying that maker curiosity.

What You'll Build

You’ll assemble a handheld electronic compass that shows a colourful rose rotating smoothly toward magnetic north, with a precise heading angle displayed in degrees. The entire setup runs from a 9V battery, making it portable for outdoor orientation practice or classroom demonstrations.

What You'll Learn

• Interfacing I2C magnetometer sensors with Arduino Uno
• Drawing custom graphics on a TFT using the ST7735 library
• Converting raw sensor data into real-time heading calculations
• Building and troubleshooting a breadboard circuit from a wiring diagram

Kit Contents

Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately

Who This Kit Is For

Ideal for CBSE Class 9–12 students exploring electronics, B.Tech ECE/EEE first-year mini-projects, Smart India Hackathon teams prototyping sensor-based solutions, ATL Tinkering Lab learners, and hobbyists across India who want a quick, functional project that demonstrates sensor interfacing and graphical output.

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.