STEM DIY FM RADIO KIT

STEM DIY FM RADIO KIT

I wanted to treat myself to a little project, something that wouldn't be too taxing, so I did a search on Amazon and purchased a Stem DIY FM Radio Kit (8+). It seemed like quite a fun project and needed no soldering, which is handy as I have no idea where my soldering iron is (I'll have to track it down at some point).

As usual my package arrived while I was out of the house. I wasn't quite sure what to expect when I opened the package, but very excited to make a start. The package consisted of a zip lock bag containing a loud speaker, some wire, an antenna, some double sided tape, some long & short screws, a battery box, 2 boards and even a small screwdriver. On examining the instructions it seems reasonably straight forward to put it together, there are only 6 steps to creating a working FM radio.

Thankfully all that is needed is a little time, I have to admit I am looking forward to having a completed FM radio that I have put together no matter how basic it may be, so let's make a start and I will let you know how it looks and sounds.

Well it's together and works, took me just a little over 10minutes to get there but looks amazing and, yes, looks home made as expected. The seek functionality works just as intended forwards and backwards, a little red led light lights up when switched on, volume up and down and power switch, also with the extending antenna.

Would I recommend this kit

I would most definitely recommend this kit to anyone 8 years and over, yes even adults, wanting to experiment with electronics and not to have to worry about dealing with a soldering iron. I am most impressed with the quality of the product.

I think I'll buy another kit, there are quite a few to choose from. Possibly even track down my soldering iron. Watch this space.

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Michael