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Intro Parts

Parts needed for Intro Physical Computing
Note that there are some parts available in the physical computing lab cabinet. This cabinet is not meant as a constant supply for physical computing students. It is a place to get things the first time, so you know what they look like before you have to order them online. If you need a last-minute LED or regulator and there's one available, it's okay to take it, but please don't hoard parts from this cabinet, and please don't count on it as your main source for parts.

The NYU Computer Store carries kits to make your life easier. In it you will find enough parts to complete the basic instructions in each lab. They also carry a basic toolkit, with the minimum amount of tools you might need for the same (those tools can be handy around the house too). If you have none of your own parts or tools, purchase the basic parts kit and basic tool kit, at least. Here's what's in the kits.

physical computing parts kit
physical computing parts kit


Here's what's in the kit:

5V Voltage Regulator
5V voltage regulator
3.3V Voltage Regulator
3.3V voltage regulator
LEDs
LEDs
solderless breadboard
solderless breadboard
resistors
resistors
potentiometer
potentiometer
trimmer potentiometers
trimmer potentiometers
momentary switches
momentary switches
toggle switches
toggle switches
photocell
photocell
thermistor
thermistor
ceramic capacitors
ceramic capacitors
electrolytic capacitors
electrolytic capacitors
1N4001 diodes
1N4001 diodes
zener diodes
zener diodes
transistors
transistors
DC power jack
DC power jack
AA battery holder
AA battery holder
9V battery snap
9V battery snap
servomotor
servomotor
DC motor
DC motor
gearbox kit
gearbox kit
H-bridge
H-bridge
reed relay
reed relay
screw terminals
screw terminals


In addition to the basic kits, they also carry a supplemental toolkit, some more interesting sensors and actuators that you might find helpful to do the more creative steps at the end of each lab.

When you go to the bookstore to buy your kit, bring your student ID. The intro kits will be reserved for ITP students for the first few weeks of the semester.


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