WreckLab

Wreck Lab = People taking things apart to learn more about How Things Work.

Can also be used as a scavenger hunt

Can also be used to find needed objects for other projects, ie: junkbots!

~30 Minute Items:

• CD / DVD Rom drives
• Game Controllers
• Remotes
• Keyboard / Mice
• Cell Phones

~1 Hour Items

• Desktop / Laptop Computers
• Printers
• Game Consoles

Fun things to look for

• Motors are great! (DC Motors are easier to utilize on the spot)
• LEDs can often still be lit up
• Capacitors
• Gears!
• IR LEDs

Tools you really should bring

• Batteries
• Battery Connectors
• Alligator Clips
• Wire Strippers
• Assortment of Phillips, Straight, and Torx head screwdrivers
• Big and small bins for parts
• First Aid Kit
• Safety Glasses

Tools that are great to have, but maybe not necessary

• Soldering Iron
• Desoldering Pump
• Solder
• Wire (that will fit breadboard)
• Breadboard

Tools you do not want to bring

• Hammer. Especially if you're dealing with a younger group.