MakingThings

provides software and electronics tools for people creating projects that interact with the physical world.

A broad range of people use MakingThings products including artists, designers, students, musicians, hobbyists and engineers.  Sample application areas include:

  • Interactive art exhibitions
  • Product prototypes
  • Custom control systems
  • Educational tools
  • Interactive kiosks & displays
  • DIY & hobby projects

More info on how you can use the Make Controller.

Products

Our products are centered around the Make Controller Kit, a full featured input/output controller that is simple and robust enough for beginners, and powerful enough for experienced developers.

Using the Make Controller, you can:

  • Control motors (stepper, servo, and DC)
  • Switch lights
  • Measure temperature, distance and other values
  • Detect people/movement
  • Control things from your desktop or laptop
  • and more...

All products can be purchased directly from our online store, and are shipped worldwide within 2 days.

Accessories

MakingThings also offers a selection of sensors and actuators designed to work well with the Make Controller.

All accessories are fully assembled and ready to use straight out of the box - no soldering required. Simply screw them in and you're ready to play.

 
 


Projects made with MakingThings products

Ensemble giraffe
nixie Balloon

Visit our project gallery

Get The Make Controller Kit

New lower price!

MCK Glamor

Buy it now for $109

 

Get Started

Lots of clear, easy-to-read documentation makes it easy to get started.  Check the Documentation Section for helpful tutorials, how-tos and FAQs.

Get Involved!

 

Looking For Teleo?

We're no longer selling Teleo, but all the documentation, downloads, and support materials can be found here.

 

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