Relay Sponge in my brain

Projects General Guidance
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Arduino is awesome!

Yes, I am a newbie and I absolutely love what I have seen and done. Eventually I will make to my LED project but for now Christmas is around the corner and I want to move toward automating my lights like so many others.

I have tested with a single Relay and it works great BUT I want more.

Is there a good affordable source for Relay boards (compatible with Arduino Uno) for controlling AC powered devices like Christmas lights? Either 4 or 8 relays.

I would consider building it myself but when I go to my local electronics store I just get a blank stare from the sales people and end up leaving frustrated. Plus, I am a visual learner so pictures/video showing EXACTLY how to build it would be incredibly awesome.

Thanks for any help!

I should have learned electronics in high school rather than do band. LOL

Buddy

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They don't come much cheaper than this model
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/New-5V-8-Channel-Relay-Module-Board-for-Arduino-PIC-AVR-MCU-DSP-ARM-Electronic-/170745298865?pt=UK_BOI_Electrical_Components_Supplies_ET&hash=item27c1367fb1#ht_4006wt_1298

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Geeez!

You're right. I just wish it was here in the states. International shipping stinks. Too many burns for me.

Thanks btw

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They ship direct to USA (free) and my experiences of buying from China have all been good

5

Done! Just ordered one.

So if I get burned I am coming after you...LOL