| Description: |
Source: |
Cost: |
| (1) 40x2 LCD Module with LED Backlight LCD1025 |
BG Micro |
$5.95 |
| (1) ICL-7660 Integrated Circuit |
Altex Electronics |
$2.50 |
| (2) 10µF/16v Capacitors |
Altex Electronics |
$.20 |
|
(1) 10K Ohm potentiometer
I used 5 watt but anything over .25 should work
|
Altex Electronics |
$.25 |
| (1) Breadboard (prototyping board) to hold
the circuits |
Altex Electronics |
$2.15 |
| (1) Printer Cable |
Altex Electronics |
$2.95 |
(1) 4 pin power adapter
|
I scavenged one from an old case
fan |
$0 |
| (1) 3/64" Heat Shrink Tubing 1 foot length |
Altex Electronics |
$.99 |
| 100 Ohm Potentionmeter with on/off switch |
Altex Electronics |
$1.25 |
|
Total Cost:
|
|
$16.24 |
*Altex is a TX electronics store but any electronics store should carry the parts.
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Here is a list of tools and supplies that will be required to complete this project:
- Soldering iron and supplies
- Wire cutters
- Small phillips and flat screwdrivers
- Voltmeter
- Soldering skills
- Some electrical knowledge
- Patience
Before assembly, I should first state the obvious; a 40x2 LCD will not fit the front of a standard case. I am planning to
mount the LCD into a side window on my case for a more dramatic effect.
