Learn Electronics by building Interactive STEM Kits (CODE: MAX10) - Read the transmitter's blog post tutorial with more info on Elektor Labs: Learn electronics and get inspired with Elektor Magazine—enjoy 50% off today! ------------------------------------------- In this video, we build an Arduino-based Grip-style (Pistol-grip) Radio Transmitter for controlling custom RC vehicles. This home-built RC transmitter is ideal to make if you're looking to use up some spare components and your 3D printer. A great DIY alternative for controlling Arduino-based DIY RC vehicles with lots of flexibility in programming and peripheral options. Original code credits go to @ELECTRONOOBS Want to instead build a transmitter for drones/planes? Watch Electronoobs' transmitter video here: ------------------------------ 🛠 PROJECT RESOURCES: 🔫 3D design of transmitter's parts: ♾️ Code files: 🔌 Wiring diagrams: 🧵 Materials, Parts, & Components list (TRANSMITTER): (x1) Arduino Nano - (x1) NRF24L01 + PA + LNA - (x2) Joysticks - (x2) Potentiometers - (x2) Toggle switches - (x5) Pushbuttons - (x1) OLED - (x1) Buzzer - (x4) 3mm LEDs - (x2) LEDs for charge indication - (x1) 5V boost converter - (x1) Power switch - (x2) 18650 cells - (x1) Connector Pair - (x6) 10K Resistors (all found in resistor kit) - (x1) Resistor (x1) Resistor (x1) 2K Resistor (x1) 1K Resistor (x1) 330 Ohm Resistor (x1) Female header row - 30AWG wire - 24AWG Wire - (x18) M3 Threaded Inserts - (x18) M3 screws - (x2) 5mm Neodymium Magnets - (x1) Primer Bulb - PRINTING: (x1) Matte Black PLA Filament - (x1) Matte Dark Grey PLA Filament - 3D Printer I use: Creality Ender 3 V2 - 🧵 Materials, Parts, & Components list (RECEIVER): (x1) Arduino Pro Mini (5V) - (x1) NRF24L01 - (x1) AMS1117 - (x1) 100nF (104) Capacitor - (x1) 100μF Capacitor (Optional) - (x1) 10μF Capacitor - (x1) 3mm Red LED - (x1) 220 Ohm Resistor - (x2) 1 Female and 1 male headers - (x1) 4x7cm Perforated Board - 30AWG wire - PROGRAMMING: FTDI USB to Serial Converter with Cable (For Pro Mini) - As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases with no added cost to you. 👕 Grab my exclusive Merch here! - ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ☕ Buy me a coffee: ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Instagram: @ - Instructables: %20Imagination/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 👉 Tools/equipment I use: Tags: Max Imagination, DIY, How to, How to make, 3D printed, arduino, arduino-based, transmitter, receiver, RX, TX, radio, controller, radio control, remote control, remote, controller, RC, controlled, arduino nano, arduino pro mini, nrf24l01, rf24, nrf24l01 + PA + LNA, 1KM range, antenna, rc car, rc boat, electronic, battery powered, oled display, 8 channel, 8CH, steering, throttle, pistol-grip, grip, grip-style, gun-style, vehicle, model, 3D, nrf24, hobby grade, long range, tutorial, wireless, custom, long distance, build guide, PWM, proportionate, joystick, wheel. #arduinotransmitter #rccars #nrf24l01 #arduinoreceiver #Uppbeat