[simpits-tech] Controller for LED's

[Gene Buckle]

On Mon, 28 Feb 2011, Roy Coates wrote:

> Chaps,
>           About to start building another simpit and I'm looking for a
> controller I can use to control low-current devices like LED's.
>
> At most, I might have a small relay or two - nothing major.
>
> Top of my list right now is the Phidget 0/16/16 but feel that this is
> expensive for what it is. (~$100)
>
> I don't have time to build anything, is anyone aware of another
> off-the-shelf interface that might do the job?
>

Grab an Arduino Uno and slap a Centipede Shield on it.  You can drive LEDs 
with it directly and use power transistors for those items that require 
more power.

g.


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