Elenco FM Radio Kit

Q: Does the kit come with some type of soldering iron, or is that something you're expected to already own?

If you're looking to do this as a frequent hobby go ahead and get a soldering station. It's more money up front but it's worth every single penny. I bought a few kits and tried them with standard 'plug into wall' irons and got so frustrated. I ended up spending probably 100+ dollars on various irons and started to think I wasn't cut out for it. I watched some tutorial videos and they all preached about getting a station. So I got a Weller WES51 (About a hundred bucks) and right out of the box I was soldering like crazy. I used a dummy board to get the hang of it and I was ready to assemble an FM transmitter I'd gotten. It gets hot fast and you can dial in the temperature. You can clean the iron with the included sponge. Huge difference and now I'm just looking for a reason to solder something. :)

Q: Can FM stations be selected or does it continually scan?

Stations are tuned in and continue to be tuned in one at a time. Scan to the next station and hold until you press the button to scan to the next station.

Q: What are the dimensions of the circuit board? I would like to put it in a box

The board is 3-7/16" high by 5-9/32" wide by 1-1/2" thick. The antenna mount sticks off the top left edge of the board.

Q: Do you recommend this kit or another for learning basic soldering skills? I'd rather have a radio than a useless siren at the end. Thanks.

Yes, this would be a good starter kit to learn basic soldering skills. That was my main deciding factor when purchasing it so that I could teach my son how to solder.

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Brand
Elenco
Colour
Multicolor
Connectivity Technology
Auxiliary
Tuner Technology
FM
Style
Classic

📻88-108 MHz FM range

🔧Hands-on soldering & assembly

🧠Learn PCB & electronics basics

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Description

📡 Build, Learn, and Broadcast Your Brilliance!

MASTER THE CRAFT - Develop professional-grade soldering skills through hands-on assembly, perfect for aspiring tech-savvy creators.
DECODE ELECTRONICS - Gain a deep understanding of printed circuit boards and electronic components, elevating your technical IQ.
TUNE INTO THE FUTURE - Seamlessly scan the full FM band (88-108 MHz) with built-in auto-scan technology for instant access to your favorite stations.
LEGACY OF RELIABILITY - Backed by 30 years of Elenco’s trusted engineering, ensuring a durable and educational experience.
NO BATTERIES NO HASSLE - Eco-friendly design powered without batteries, making it a sustainable and ready-to-build kit.

The Elenco FM Radio Kit (FM-88K) is a hands-on educational project that lets you build a monophonic FM receiver covering 88-108 MHz with auto-scan. Designed for ages 17+, it sharpens soldering skills and electronics knowledge through practical PCB assembly, all backed by Elenco’s 30-year legacy of reliable, affordable educational kits.

Specifications

Language:	English
Model Number	FM-88K
Number of Puzzle Pieces	1
Assembly Required	Yes
Batteries Required	No
Batteries Included	No
Remote Control Included?	No
Colour	Multicolor
Product Dimensions	33.02 x 22.86 x 1.91 cm; 45.36 g
Item model number	FM-88K
Manufacturer recommended age	17 years and up
Manufacturer	Elenco
Item Weight	45.3 g

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Does the kit come with some type of soldering iron, or is that something you're expected to already own?

Can FM stations be selected or does it continually scan?

What are the dimensions of the circuit board? I would like to put it in a box

Do you recommend this kit or another for learning basic soldering skills? I'd rather have a radio than a useless siren at the end. Thanks.

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