Last updated on April 26th, 2024 at 01:05 pm
Another green toy produced by Elenco is the Snap Circuits Green Energy. This kit is part of the Snap Circuits series.
Like other green toys, it provides a good platform to educate your kids about green energy and ways to harness it.
For those who want to find out more, here is my unbiased review of this green toy.
129 different projects like a solar cell, wind mill and a LCD clock provide hours of fun and educational experience. Each component like the snap wire, electrode are numbered and colour-coded for easy identification.
Tapping into the award winning design of Snap Circuits®, these components snap together easily on the plastic base grid to create working circuit boards similar to radios and televisions.
Projects like building an electrical circuit, measurement of voltage and current, teach your kids about the basics behind electronics.
Snap Circuits Green Energy kit contains projects like solar cell, wind mill that expose your kids in ways to harness green energy for usage.
From assembling the projects, your kids will gain valuable experience by following instructions and diagrams. Family bonding time can also be cultivated between you and your kids.
SHOCK HAZARD: Do not connect Snap Circuits to electrical outlets in your home!
CHOKING HAZARD: Toy contain small parts. Not suitable for children under 3 yrs.
MOVING PARTS: Do not touch the motor or fan during operation. If you have long hair, make sure it does not get caught in the fan blade.
Warning to Snap Circuits Owners: Do not connect additional voltage sources from other sets to avoid damaging your parts. Do not connect the hand crank to parts from other sets as you may damage them. Contact ELENCO® if you have questions or need guidance.
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | Length: 15.25 " Width: 3.25 " Height: 12 " Weight: 2.82 lbs |
| Number of pieces | 45 |
| Included components | Base Grid, 1-Snap Wire, 2-Snap Wire, 3-Snap Wire, 4-Snap Wire, 5-Snap Wire, Rechargeable Battery, Solar Cell, 470mF Capacitor, Color LED, Red/Yellow LED, Copper Electrode, Zinc Electrode, Copper Electrode with Snap, Gear 1.75", Geared Motor, Crank Arm, Black Jumper Wire, Red Jumper Wire, Liquid Holder, Motor, Wind Fan, Water Wheel, Meter, Mini Car, Pivot Stand Base, Pivot Post, Pivot Top, Rubber Ring 0.375", Press Switch, Switcher, Clock, Melody IC, Nut 8-32, Screw 8-32 Phillips |
| Batteries required? | Yes. B4 rechargeable battery included. Recharging method is shown in Project 3. |
46 customers at Amazon gave it an average rating of 4.9/5.0. Out of 46 customers, 42 gave it the maximum rating of 5.0/5.0.
3 customers at MasterMind Toys gave it an average rating of 5.0/5.0. Out of 3 customers, all gave it the maximum rating of 5.0/5.0.
1 customers at Walmart gave it a rating of 4.0/5.0.
User manual 1-40pp (PDF)
User manual 41-80pp (PDF)
I have read recent customer reviews on this kit and have summarised them below into its pros and cons.
Positives mentioned about this kit include its educational value, easy-to-follow instructions and its durability. The well-labelled parts and ease of snapping into the grid are also mentioned positives that make the Elenco Snap Circuits Green Energy a good kit for children.
Other pros include its projects like the predefined circuits, fans and rechargeable battery perfect for children of age 6 and above. One customer has mentioned that this kit being prefect for bonding time between siblings.
The micro screws that are used to secure the battery cover is a mentioned con. It was mentioned that another method possibly larger screws should have been used. Another way will be to include a micro screwdriver to unscrew the cover.
Some other drawbacks mentioned include the unresponsive Elenco customer service, missing pieces, design flaw in the LED light. The base of the LED light should have been mounted between two plastic pieces instead of just on the surface as mentioned by one customer.
Amazon generally has ready stock for the Snap Circuits Green Energy kit offered at a lower price. For readers who wants to purchase this kit, find out more at Elenco® Snap Circuits Green Energy Kit Best Deals
