Course Materials List

We provide many materials for course use, both individually and in bulk. Please use these judiciously and recycle parts into new samples and projects whenever possible.

The following index may help you identify parts and materials. Please also refer to the Visual Materials Guide for more details.

We also have access to materials available from IDeATe Lending. Parts with a ‘Lab Part Number’ are drawn from the Physical Computing Lab stock.

Materials List

Category

Description

Lab Part Number

Price per unit

Purchasing URL

electronics

electronics

Circuit Playground Bluefruit - Bluetooth Low Energy

$24.95

https://www.adafruit.com/product/4333

electronics

Adafruit CRICKIT for Circuit Playground Express

$29.95

https://www.adafruit.com/product/3093

electronics

power supply, 5V 3A output, 120V input, switching, 5.5mm center-positive barrel jack output

1395

$3.95

https://www.mpja.com/5-Volt-3A-DC-Plug-Power-Supply-Regulated/productinfo/34291+PS/

electronics

USB cable, A to micro B, 6’ length

1980

$5.00

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Male-Micro-Cable-Black/dp/B071S5NPG9

electronics

mini-grabber to mini-grabber cable, red

2024

https://www.amazon.com/Sumnacon-Multimeter-Electrical-Test-Clips/dp/B082PZF831

electronics

mini-grabber to mini-grabber cable, black

2028

https://www.amazon.com/Sumnacon-Multimeter-Electrical-Test-Clips/dp/B082PZF831

electronics

4 x AA Battery Holder with On/Off Switch, jumper wire ends

$2.95

https://www.adafruit.com/product/830

electronics

Silicone-jacketed 30AWG Stranded Wire, 6 Colors (30 Feet Each) Electrical Wire, Tinned Copper Hookup Wire Kit 30 Gauge 300V for DIY, Flexible, PVC Insulated, UL Approved

$2.00

https://www.amazon.com/LotFancy-Silicone-Stranded-Electrical-Dispensing/dp/B07NVN9HWS/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=21SXF6YM0MYH7&dchild=1&keywords=30%2Bawg%2Bsilicone%2Bstranded-core%2Bwire&qid=1607102531&sprefix=stranded%2Bsilicone%2Bwire%2B30%2Caps%2C150&sr=8-2-spons&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyMDg5OUZWVVhRNEZFJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMDY3NzAxM0pBMDFPQ0JTQVRISiZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNjcyMDc5MVRYVDhTUjhPWkY3SiZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU&th=1

electronics

screw terminal blocks, Terminal Strip, 12 Position Euro Style, 10A

0675

$1.75

https://www.mpja.com/Terminal-Strip-12-Position-Euro-Style-10A/productinfo/32940+TS/

electronics

Air Pump, ZR370-02PM, 4.5V

https://www.adafruit.com/product/4699

electronics

Mini Air Fan Blower for Inflatable Mascot Cooler Costume Clothes W/ Battery Pack

https://www.amazon.com/Kiddale-Originals-Dinosaur-Inflatable-Clothing/dp/B08MTMJMWW/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=Mini+Air+Fan+Blower&qid=1639151395&sr=8-6

electronics

hobby servo motor, micro 9G

1896

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32862966747.html

electronics

pressure sensors (pneumatic)

https://www.adafruit.com/product/3965

electronics

batteries, AA rechargeable

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-AA-Rechargeable-Batteries-Pre-charged/dp/B07NXGG55W/ref=sr_1_4?crid=2Z78IS9ASQDF&dchild=1&keywords=rechargeable%2Baa%2Bbatteries&qid=1622212668&rdc=1&s=electronics&sprefix=recharg%2Celectronics%2C161&sr=1-4&th=1

electronics

battery charger

https://www.amazon.com/Tenergy-TN438-Protection-Rechargeable-Batteries/dp/B00ZYTX93M

electronics

nylon M3 x 5 screws to clamp wires to Bluefruit

https://www.mcmaster.com/92492A715-94879A114/

electronics

nylon M3 nuts to clamp wires to Bluefruit

https://www.mcmaster.com/93800A400-93800A116/

electronics

miniature terminal blocks (for on-body breadboard wiring)

electronics

electrical tape, 60’ length x 3/4” width, rated to 600V dielectric, black

2048

$1.50

https://www.amazon.com/Nova-Electrical-Roll-Weather-Resistant-Electrician/dp/B01H0S9BSG

pneumatics

pneumatics

Clear Masterkleer Soft PVC Plastic Tubing for Air and Water, 3/16” ID, 5/16” OD (tubing to connect to syringes)

$0.12

https://www.mcmaster.com/5233K53/

pneumatics

push-on connectors for pneumatic chambers (only for 3/16” ID tubing)

$0.73

https://www.mcmaster.com/5047K119/

pneumatics

nuts for push-on connectors, 1/4-28 nylon (for push-on connectors for 3/16” tubing)

$0.08

https://www.mcmaster.com/94812A117/

pneumatics

silicone tubing, 3mm ID, 5mm OD, Durometer 65A

$0.79

https://www.mcmaster.com/3184K288/

pneumatics

push-on connectors for pneumatic chambers (only for 3 mm or 1/8” ID tubing)

$0.70

https://www.mcmaster.com/5047K13/

pneumatics

nuts for push-on connectors, 10-32 nylon (for push-on connectors for 3mm or 1/8” tubing)

$0.09

https://www.mcmaster.com/94812A600-94812A415/

pneumatics

blood pressure bulb pump

$3.16

https://www.amazon.com/CM-Blood-Pressure-Latex-Release/dp/B087D12M92/ref=sr_1_11?dchild=1&keywords=blood+pressure+bulb&qid=1606834018&sr=8-11

pneumatics

syringes (to use as pneumatic actuators)

$0.79

https://www.mcmaster.com/7510A654/

pneumatics

Luer lock connectors for syringes (only for 3/16” ID tubing)

$0.44

https://www.mcmaster.com/51525K215/

pneumatics

Flexible LDPE Film, 3x100’, 0.004” thick, semi-clear white

$0.17

https://www.mcmaster.com/8553K101/

pneumatics

Open-Top Bags on a Roll, 4 Mil Thick, 750 Feet Long, 6” Wide

$0.10

https://www.mcmaster.com/2062T806/

pneumatics

Hiware 200-Piece Parchment Paper Baking Sheets 12 x 16 Inch, Precut Non-Stick Parchment Sheets for Baking, Cooking, Grilling, Air Fryer and Steaming - Unbleached, Fit for Half Sheet Pans

$0.06

https://www.amazon.com/Parchment-Non-Stick-Cooking-Grilling-Steaming/dp/B081TZ5KPD/ref=sr_1_6?crid=WXSGZ5OPPEEY&dchild=1&keywords=parchment+paper&qid=1607093376&sprefix=parch%2Caps%2C227&sr=8-6

pneumatics tools

pneumatics tools

impulse sealer, floor-standing (in A31)

pneumatics tools

impulse sealer, 16”

$158.62

https://www.mcmaster.com/2054T35/

pneumatics tools

8” impulse sealer

$31.99

https://www.amazon.com/Impulse-Plastic-Commercial-Sealers-HeiGuno/dp/B08R7SV4XQ/ref=sr_1_30?keywords=heat%2Bsealer&qid=1638805998&refinements=p_72%3A1248915011&rnid=1248913011&s=home-garden&sr=1-30&th=1

pneumatics tools

soldering iron, adjustable temperature, 60W

2155

$12.95

https://www.sparkfun.com/products/14456

pneumatics tools

5pcs Replace Solder Screwdriver Iron Tip Soldering Station Tool for 900M/936/907/933/376/913-900M-T-3C

$1.60

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NCATHQ2/ref=sspa_dk_detail_0?spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzQUhWUFo0Q0MyTVNRJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNTM1MTA1MzFHUzNSQzFEVDExNSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMTg1NzUzMVk2OVdPU1o5TENJNiZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2RldGFpbDImYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl&th=1

soft sensors

soft sensors

conductive thread, individual bobbin

6033

$6.95

https://www.adafruit.com/product/640

soft sensors

copper taffeta, conductive fabric, #A1212

$2.74

https://www.lessemf.com/fabric4.html#11212

soft sensors

Velostat, #A1234

1.95

https://www.lessemf.com/plastic.html#1234

textile materials

textile materials

Mesh Utility Fabric 44’’ White

3.99

https://www.joann.com/mesh-white/1948439.html

textile materials

Gütermann Mara 100 All Purpose Thread, Tex 30, #32, black (1,093 yard spool)

6083

$2.98

https://www.wawak.com/Thread/Thread-By-Use/All-Purpose/gutermann-mara-100-all-purpose-thread-tex-30/?sku=GTDA32

textile materials

Braided Elastic - 12 Yds. X 1/4” - White

$2.95

https://www.wawak.com/Garment-Construction/Elastic-Waistbands/braided-elastic/?sku=EL20WH

textile materials

Premier Muslin, natural, 60” width

6105

$3.99

https://www.dharmatrading.com/fabric/cotton/premier-muslin-60-inch-natural.html?lnav=fabric_cotton.html

textile materials

Mystery Fabric Strip Grab Bag

$4.99

https://www.etsy.com/listing/485025756/mystery-fabric-strip-grab-bag?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=fun+fabric+grab+bag&ref=sc_gallery-1-10&plkey=62e0af736c627ad5a130d2d8038e029b3885a0cc%3A485025756

textile materials

Grab Bag Assorted Shag Scraps,Faux Fur,Fabric,Fun Fur,Trim For Costumes,Props,Crafts,Sewing,Dolls,Small to Medium Size Pieces

$4.00

https://www.etsy.com/listing/848492595/one-pound-grab-bag-assorted-shag?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=fake+fur+fabric+grab+bag&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&organic_search_click=1&variation0=1470135028

textile materials

Size 4 Cotton Piping Drapery Cord - 114 Yds. X 3/8” - White

$0.22

https://www.wawak.com/Garment-Construction/Drapery-Upholstery/cotton-piping-drapery-cord-3-lbsspool/?sku=DRPS305

textile materials

Sew-On Hook & Loop Fastener Sets, Light Grey

$1.34

https://www.wawak.com/Garment-Construction/Hook-Loop/sew-on-hook-loop-fastener-sets/

textile materials

YKK #5 20” Molded Plastic Jacket Zipper - White

$1.39

https://www.wawak.com/Zippers/Jacket/Molded-Plastic/ykk-5-molded-plastic-separating-jacket-zipper/?sku=MZ520WH

textile materials

10 oz. Cotton Duck 60” Bleached

$6.19

https://www.dharmatrading.com/fabric/cotton/10-oz-cotton-duck-natural-or-bleached.html?lnav=default.html

textile materials

100% Cotton Muslin 45” Natural

$3.15

https://www.dharmatrading.com/fabric/cotton/bleached-natural-Cotton-Muslin-45-Bleached.html?lnav=fabric_cotton.html

textile materials

1 inch Elastic for Sewing 11 Yard X 2 Pack (Black & White)

$8.99

https://www.amazon.com/inch-Elastic-Sewing-Black-White/dp/B07F23M5F7/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=elastic+sewing&qid=1574604000&sr=8-5

textile materials

1.0MM White Beading Elastic Cord, 100 Yard (White)

$6.99

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LX50N4Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

textile materials

Twine: Tenn Well Cotton String, 2Rolls x 656 Feet 1mm Bakers Twine for Baking, Crafting, Packing, Gift Wrapping and More (Black, Beige)

$8.99

https://www.amazon.com/Tenn-Well-Crafting-Packing-Wrapping/dp/B082VRWGJZ/ref=sr_1_20_sspa?crid=4T0DVYDZE87S&keywords=cotton+twine+string&qid=1579027367&sprefix=cotton+twine%2Caps%2C156&sr=8-20-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzQjRYTTdKV0tPT0I5JmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUExMDEwMjY0MzNBWU4zTkRXWk8zVyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNzMyMjYxMkpLSzJRME44VE5PVSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX210ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

structural

structural

dowel rods - Birch Rod, 36” Long, 5/16” Diameter - pack of 10

https://www.mcmaster.com/9683K14/

structural

zip tie, 5”, white, UV resistant

2186

$0.05

https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Combo-Self-Locking-12-Inch/dp/B00L2LGMO4/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1468603692&sr=8-4&keywords=Cable+Ties

structural

velcro cable wraps (VELCRO Brand - ONE-WRAP Roll, Double-Sided, Self Gripping Multi-Purpose Hook and Loop Tape, Reusable, 45’ x 1 1/2” Roll - Black)

$17.02

https://www.amazon.com/VELCRO-Brand-ONE-WRAP-Double-Sided-Multi-Purpose/dp/B00JWU77N2/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=two+sided+velcro&qid=1578674027&sr=8-5

structural

60 Pcs 1” (25mm) Plastic Tension Locks Triglide for Belt Backpack Camping Bag Belt Suitcase (Black)

$10.98

https://www.amazon.com/Plastic-Tension-Triglide-Backpack-Suitcase/dp/B01N52OLA5/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3KI5NSR4XT3PZ&keywords=webbing+adjuster&qid=1578691543&sprefix=webbing+adju%2Caps%2C152&sr=8-2

structural

Natural Bamboo Sticks, Wooden Craft Sticks, 15.5 Inches Length x 3/8 Inch Width (50 Pcs)

$10.99

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0739LZQWL/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

structural

armature wire - Pandahall 7 Gauge Aluminum Wire 3.5mm Thickness Silver Color Flexible Metal Floral Wrapping 20m/65Ft Manual Arts Jewelry Making Wire for DIY Crafts

$0.25

https://www.amazon.com/Pandahall-Aluminum-Thickness-Flexible-Anodized/dp/B07RZZ435M/ref=pd_di_sccai_2/137-9072383-1257757?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07S4836BF&pd_rd_r=adfeaa55-f9a7-4ba6-a04a-010caa36625c&pd_rd_w=EXc0b&pd_rd_wg=6u1mD&pf_rd_p=c9443270-b914-4430-a90b-72e3e7e784e0&pf_rd_r=2K650ZTAF0AKFXCADNF2&refRID=2K650ZTAF0AKFXCADNF2&th=1

cardboard materials

cardboard materials

Single Faced Corrugated Cardboard, B-flute, 36” wide, 250 Feet/Roll

$54.05

https://www.packagingsupplies.com/products/36-b-flute-single-faced-corrugated-250-feet-roll

cardboard materials

gaffer’s tape, 1 inch (Welstik Tape 2 Pack Gaffer Tape Gray,1”X 33 Yards-10% Longer-Heavy Duty Gaffer Floor Tape Matte Finish for Film Schools, Broadcasting Classes, Box-Sealing, Multipurpose，Non-Reflective Easy to rip)

$8.99

https://www.amazon.com/Welstik-Shooting-Production-Automotive-Non-Reflective/dp/B07WNZBP75/ref=sr_1_31_sspa?crid=27RHMWI1B5CWH&keywords=1%2Bgaffers%2Btape&qid=1578673606&s=office-products&sprefix=1%22%2Bgaffer%2Coffice-products%2C147&sr=1-31-spons&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzRzA2UkJLWURPTVJEJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNjA0ODM4MlpWWjlSUzNXTUQ1MCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMTc1NTQwMjZJUzI2UkRRRjFVVyZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2J0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU&th=1

cardboard materials

Kraft Cardstock - 96-Pack Letter Sized Stationery Paper, Printable 175GSM 65lb Cover Cardstock,, 8.5 x 11 Inches

$27.98

https://www.amazon.com/Kraft-Cardstock-Stationery-Printable-Invitations/dp/B07D9D6JDY/ref=pd_sbs_201_7?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07D9D6JDY&pd_rd_r=d0924069-8ff5-4479-956e-713196d3cf45&pd_rd_w=Q2O8g&pd_rd_wg=fU2RY&pf_rd_p=bdd201df-734f-454e-883c-73b0d8ccd4c3&pf_rd_r=AC52N1RT93B5F4GCHQFB&psc=1&refRID=AC52N1RT93B5F4GCHQFB

cardboard tools

cardboard tools

6 inch Real Bone Folder, VENCINK Genuine Bone Folders, 3 pack

$14.69

https://www.amazon.com/VENCINK-Creasing-Scrapbooking-Burnishing-Bookbinding/dp/B07RFBWG24/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=bone%2Bfolder&qid=1576679711&sr=8-4&th=1

cardboard tools

Arteza Bone Folders (Set of 4)

$10.79

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071227D92/ref=sspa_dk_detail_7?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B071227D92&pd_rd_w=VV9YQ&pf_rd_p=45a72588-80f7-4414-9851-786f6c16d42b&pd_rd_wg=sH6e1&pf_rd_r=GZ3JXXAVEDD50XKJDPMY&pd_rd_r=819a269d-6c86-4543-bf1e-ae25112b7f30&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFBRFlMN1k1NDJJUU8mZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA3MzMzMzQyMUU3WDBQWUNBNTEmZW5jcnlwdGVkQWRJZD1BMDc3MTcxMzI0UkE1QjNVTjM0N0wmd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWwmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl

cardboard tools

Bostitch B8 PowerCrown Premium Staples, 0.25 Inch Leg, Full-Strip (STCR21151/4)

$5.55

https://smile.amazon.com/Bostitch-PowerCrown-Premium-Full-Strip-STCR21151/dp/B000GATV1I/ref=pd_bxgy_229_2/136-0540346-0465130?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B000GATV1I&pd_rd_r=e59782ea-6240-42a0-a6f4-4dc9604340a4&pd_rd_w=qm8zg&pd_rd_wg=5TRQV&pf_rd_p=09627863-9889-4290-b90a-5e9f86682449&pf_rd_r=639XJQVAZF8D9P15N76X&psc=1&refRID=639XJQVAZF8D9P15N76X

cardboard tools

Bostitch Office B8 Heavy Duty 45 Sheet Plier Stapler, Full-Strip, Black (02245)

$21.84

https://smile.amazon.com/Bostitch-Office-Stapler-Full-Strip-02245/dp/B003VNBUYS/ref=sr_1_5?crid=JM58OXOOFX31&keywords=staple+pliers+heavy+duty&qid=1578610864&sprefix=staple+pliers+%2Caps%2C160&sr=8-5

cardboard tools

Shinwa 12” Extruded Aluminum Cutting Rule Ruler Gauge with Non slip rubber Backing 33279

$17.88

https://www.amazon.com/Shinwa-Extruded-Aluminum-Cutting-Backing/dp/B00PME7PR0/ref=pd_sbs_469_1/147-3106726-6738738?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00PME7PR0&pd_rd_r=f0f7a839-1d38-4788-80b1-6114b16481d9&pd_rd_w=oilPs&pd_rd_wg=fg8KU&pf_rd_p=bdd201df-734f-454e-883c-73b0d8ccd4c3&pf_rd_r=AWWXVSNYJB4NFE0SHPG3&psc=1&refRID=AWWXVSNYJB4NFE0SHPG3

cardboard tools

Wood Handle Punching Tapered Awl - 2 pack

$5.99

https://www.amazon.com/Co-link-Handle-Punching-Tapered-Scratch/dp/B00UA5UB5O/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=tapered+awl&qid=1576679807&s=arts-crafts&sr=1-3

textile tools

textile tools

scissors, 8” length, handles are 70% recycled plastic

6099

$1.62

https://business.officedepot.com/catalog/catalogSku.do?id=458612

textile tools

assorted needles and threader (pack of 25)

6073

$1.49

https://www.wawak.com/Sewing/Needles/Hand/25-assorted-craft-needles-threader/?sku=NED600

textile tools

#1 Closed Safety Pins - 1 1/16” - 1,440/Box

$0.00

https://www.wawak.com/Cutting-Measuring/Pins/safety-pins/?sku=SP1001

textile tools

Grabbit Steel Sewing Pins, assorted colors (box of 80)

6079

$1.75

https://www.wawak.com/Cutting-Measuring/Pins/grabbit-steel-sewing-pins-80box-assorted-colors/?sku=SSP1

textile tools

Orange Size 12 Regular Point Home Machine Needles - 15x1 - 10/Pack

$1.29

https://www.wawak.com/Sewing/Needles/Home-Machine/orange-regular-point-home-machine-needles-15x1-10pack/?sku=OMNR15112

textile tools

Small Seam Ripper, 2-1/2” length

6093

$0.48

https://www.wawak.com/Cutting-Measuring/Cutting/Seam-Rippers/2-12-small-seam-ripper/?sku=SR3