Description

NE555 + CD4017 LED Chaser Light Welding Practice DIY Kit

Learn, build, and have fun with the NE555 + CD4017 LED Chaser Light DIY Kit — an excellent hands-on project for beginners and electronics enthusiasts who want to improve their soldering skills while understanding the basics of timing and sequencing circuits.

Product Overview

This DIY kit combines two classic ICs — the NE555 timer and the CD4017 decade counter — to create a dynamic LED running light (also known as a chaser or flowing light). The NE555 generates clock pulses, while the CD4017 sequentially drives the LEDs, producing an attractive lighting pattern. This makes it perfect for electronics learners, students, and STEM classrooms looking for a practical soldering and logic circuit project.

Features

• 💡 LED Running Light Effect – Creates a smooth, sequential LED chasing pattern.
• 🧠 Learn Core Electronics Concepts – Understand timing, counting, and logic circuits.
• 🔧 DIY Welding Practice – Great for improving soldering and circuit assembly skills.
• ⚡ Low Power Consumption – Efficient design powered by simple DC supply.
• 🎓 Ideal for Beginners – Step-by-step assembly with visible component placement.

Technical Specifications

• Main ICs: NE555 Timer + CD4017 Decade Counter
• Operating Voltage: 3V – 12V DC
• Output: 10 LEDs sequential display
• PCB Material: High-quality FR-4
• Assembly Type: Through-hole soldering
• Difficulty Level: Beginner-friendly

Applications

• STEM and electronics learning kits
• Soldering practice for beginners
• LED display and timing projects
• Educational demonstrations on logic and counters
• Fun DIY electronics gift for students

Why Choose This Kit

The NE555 + CD4017 DIY Kit is one of the best ways to learn electronics by doing. It helps you understand how integrated circuits work together while giving you real soldering experience and a visually satisfying result — a bright, running LED display you built yourself!