Plane on a Stick · Basic Portal

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Plane on a Stick Project

The Plane On a Stick combines a simple series circuit (motor, battery & switch) with a propeller on a rotating platform to create circular motion enabled by thrust from the propeller. The speed is determined by the propeller design and the weight balance on the stick. Hit the switch and watch it spin! All needed materials are supplied. This project requires the use of common tools. Soldering is encouraged, but is not absolutely required for the project (it's a great maker skill to learn!)

We learned a lot from Curt Gabrielson, Kinetic Contraptions

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Introductory Pricing per pack of 10

Belt driven Car......$100

Paddle Boat............$110

Plane on a Stick....$100

Propeller Boat.......$100

Single Tread..........$135

Wheg-bot..............$135

What comes in each Plane on a Stick kit?

Component	Quantity
Switch	1
DC Motor	1
9V Battery	1
Battery Snaps	1
Black Wire	4 ft
Red Wire	2 ft
Dowel	1
Plastic Tube	2
Square Dowel	1
Base	1
Machine Screw	1
Cable Ties	2
Craft Sticks	12
Rubber Band	1

What tools will I need to complete the Plane on a Stick kit?

Tools are not included with the Plane on a Stick kit. A tool kit is available for lease upon request.

Soldering Tools: Soldering iron and solder
Soldering Tools: Helping hands for soldering
Soldering Tools: Tip Tinner
Side Cutters
Wire Strippers
Electrical Tape
Hammer
Hot Glue Gun (High or Low Temp) w/ Glue Sticks
Scissors
Ruler
Marker/Pen
Drill
1/8" Drill Bit
Phillips Driver Bit

Where can you go to learn more?

Tools & Materials

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