Thermal Runaway Detector Kit with Arduino Uno + LED
Thermal Runaway Detector Kit with Arduino Uno – Catch PCB Overheating Before It's Dangerous
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
When testing a new PCB design, a single overheated component can destroy hours of work. This kit lets you build a dedicated thermal runaway detector that sounds an audible alarm and flashes a red LED if any DS18B20 sensor detects a temperature rise faster than 2°C per second. You’ll have a practical tool that can save your future projects and teach you about industrial safety monitoring.
What You'll Build
A standalone Arduino-based monitoring station with two DS18B20 probes, an LCD readout, and an audible-visual alert system. It continuously measures temperature on two separate points of your PCB, compares the rate of change, and triggers the alarm if a thermal runaway condition is detected. The compact breadboard assembly can be permanently mounted in your test setup.
What You'll Learn
- How to interface DS18B20 digital temperature sensors using the OneWire protocol
- Programming rate-of-change detection algorithms with Arduino
- Driving an LCD display via I2C backpack for real-time temperature readout
- Building an audible-visual alarm system with a buzzer and LEDs
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Uno R3 | 1 |
| DS18B20 Probe | 2 |
| Active Buzzer | 1 |
| 5mm Red LED | 2 |
| 16x2 LCD | 1 |
| I2C Backpack | 1 |
| 4.7kΩ Resistor | 5 |
| 400-pt Breadboard | 1 |
| M-M Wire | 20 |
| 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
Ideal for CBSE Class 11-12 students exploring electronics and safety systems, first-year B.Tech ECE/EEE learners building their first practical monitoring circuit, or Smart India Hackathon teams prototyping thermal safety modules. Also perfect for ATL Tinkering Lab members who need a reusable PCB testing tool.
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 in the box to chat with an AI companion trained on this exact kit. It walks you through wiring, code upload, and testing. If you hit a wall, our team is available on WhatsApp for direct guidance.
Can this detector protect against real thermal runaway in batteries?
The DS18B20 probes measure surface temperature on PCBs, not internal cell chemistries. However, the rate-of-rise logic is identical to industrial safety systems. By attaching probes to power components, you learn the principle that can later be adapted to battery monitoring with thermocouples.
Is this kit suitable for Smart India Hackathon projects?
Yes. Many SIH participants use Compoden kits to prototype monitoring solutions quickly. This thermal runaway detector can be extended with data logging, GSM alerts, or a relay cutoff to create a full safety shutdown system within the hackathon's timeline.
What programming knowledge is required?
The kit includes pre-written Arduino code. Basic familiarity with Arduino IDE is enough; you upload and run. The AI companion explains each code block, and you can modify thresholds easily. No prior sensor coding experience needed.
DS18B20 monitors component temperature during PCB testing. Alarm fires if rate-of-rise exceeds 2C per second.
What's in this kit
- Arduino Uno R3
- DS18B20 Probe x2
- Active Buzzer
- 5mm Red LED x2
- 16x2 LCD
- I2C Backpack
- 4.7kΩ Resistors x5
- 400-pt Breadboard
- M-M Wires x20
- 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