--- product_id: 440438315 title: "FM Radio Kit, ICSTATION Soldering Projects Radio with LED Flashing Lights DIY Radio Kit LCD1602 Display FM 87-108MHz Soldering Practice Kit for Back to School Solder Education Creative Present" brand: "is" price: "VT13105" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Is" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/440438315-fm-radio-kit-icstation-soldering-projects-radio-with-led-flashing store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # 10 dynamic LED lights FM 87-108MHz tuning Clear LCD1602 display FM Radio Kit, ICSTATION Soldering Projects Radio with LED Flashing Lights DIY Radio Kit LCD1602 Display FM 87-108MHz Soldering Practice Kit for Back to School Solder Education Creative Present **Brand:** is **Price:** VT13105 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📡 Tune in, light up, and solder your way to tech mastery! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** FM Radio Kit, ICSTATION Soldering Projects Radio with LED Flashing Lights DIY Radio Kit LCD1602 Display FM 87-108MHz Soldering Practice Kit for Back to School Solder Education Creative Present by is - **How much does it cost?** VT13105 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/440438315-fm-radio-kit-icstation-soldering-projects-radio-with-led-flashing) ## Best For - is enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted is brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Plug & Play Power:** Powered via USB with compact dimensions, this kit fits seamlessly into your modern workspace or study nook. - • **Visualize Your Vibes:** 10 vibrant LEDs pulse in sync with your music, turning every listen into a mini light show. - • **Showcase Your Tech Chic:** Encased in a sleek transparent acrylic shell that’s as stylish as it is protective—perfect for your desk or gifting. - • **Master the Art of Soldering:** A hands-on DIY kit designed to sharpen your soldering skills while building a fully functional FM radio. - • **Precision Tuning at Your Fingertips:** Adjust frequency and volume effortlessly with a crisp LCD1602 display and intuitive controls. ## Overview The ICSTATION FM Radio Kit is a DIY soldering project featuring a 87-108MHz FM tuner, a high-definition LCD1602 display for easy frequency and volume control, and 10 colorful LED lights that pulse with your music. Designed for electronics enthusiasts and learners, it comes with a transparent acrylic case and USB power interface, making it an ideal educational tool and stylish desktop gadget. ## Description Product description Explore More Innovative Soldering Projects In ICSTATION! FM Radio Kit Sunflower Soldering Kit DIY Numeric Keypad Kit DIY Thermo-Hygrometer Kit Robot Soldering Project DIY Sound Recorder Kit DIY LED Black Cat Kit FM Radio Kit with LED Lights Business Buyer's Choice DIY Airplane Kit with 3 Color LED Flashing Lights LED Soldering Practice Kit With Knob Control Touch Control Owl Light Soldering Project SMD Fox and Bear Keychain Soldering Project Christmas Tree Soldering Project Touch Control Cat Light Soldering Learning Kit Review: Fun project, good instruction manual, good learning project - I found the assembly very easy and straightforward. It does require soldering skills which can be found from a video or two and by the time you are done you will get ample practice. You need to either print out the user manual from desertcart or scanning the QR code. Part orientation-like polarity on electrolytic capacitors and LED and general diodes were clearly described both in words and clearly marked on the well-printed circuit board silk-screening. One cautionary note that should be added is to minimize the bending of the stranded wires soldered into PC boards and speakers. The stranded wire is made solid when the strands get filled with solder and will break after only two or three bends right where the solder-filled stranded wire turns back into all stranded. Typically, stranded wire is very flexible, but after soldering will break as described. I found the kit stocked with all the right parts and directions easy to follow. I even got help from my wife to speed things along. I hope you enjoy the project as much as we did. Review: Great Radio Kit and Project to Teach Basic Electrical Engineering Skills and Soldeirng - I got this radio kit to teach my 12-year-old sister how to solder and assemble as a way to teach basic electrical engineering principles and terms. Upon unboxing the kit, I found the acrylic box was separated in its own space while the electrical components were in their own ziplock bag which is great and prevents scratching of the acrylic and losing electrical components. However, the instructions weren’t included, but I looked at the listing and found the instructions there as a PDF file. The PDF instructions were very high quality, and the English was pretty good for a kit like this and very understandable. There was also a list of materials which tell the item names and their quantities as well as a circuit schematic. The instructions even used proper engineering terms. As I was at a house without access to a soldering station, all that was available was a $3 harbor freight soldering iron and some very cheap solder. First, I explained the components and gave a brief overview of how each one works. I then taught my sister how to solder and soldered two pins of the SMD component to show her was it was like and explain. I then let her solder the rest of the pins, and amazingly, she was able to solder them correctly. She was also able to solder all the resistors, and the header pins, and the LEDs without more than 2 bridged connections which she corrected on her own without me telling her how to correct them. As this was her absolutely first time soldering and she did so well and picked it up without a problem, I was very amazed. As an electrical engineering student myself, I see a good number of college students (around half) having trouble soldering their boards of even easier difficulty and a lot of them even messing up their boards and needing to get a new one. After doing about half of the kit, my sister wanted to take a break, so I let my 16-year-old brother complete the rest of the kit which he easily did as he has been soldering for a while. I also let my brother assemble the acrylic part. As acrylic smudges with fingerprints, he made sure to not touch the inside surfaces of the acrylic as he installed the panels to prevent the final product from looking dirty. Once the product was assembled, we applied power via USB port and the product turned on. Upon changing the channels and cycling all the way through, we couldn’t get the radio to pick up any radio stations. However, the radio was tested in Japan and the FM band in Japan is about 76-90 MHz while in America, the FM band is about 88-108 MHz. Furthermore, the frequencies in Japan are in different increments for tuning than in the US. This radio supports frequencies 87-108 MHz and most radio stations in Japan also aren't going to be close to 90 MHz either. This explains why the radio doesn't pick up Japanese radio stations. While the radio doesn't pick up Japanese radio stations at all, this is not a design flaw of the radio at all and it was demonstrated that the radio does work on US frequencies when I used a radio transmitter to test. . We tested the radio by using a portable radio transmitter and set both the transmitter and this radio kit to the same channel and it picked up the sound perfectly. The sound quality was really decent for a radio. That tells that the radio kit does work. Regarding the functions of the kit, there were minor things I found awkward. The volume increase button and decrease button were “switched” in a way. Volume up was on the left and volume down was on the right. The same was done for the channel increase and channel decrease buttons. This “switching” wasn’t intuitive and goes against what you would expect and can cause confusion. The other thing was the screen said stereo on it, but this radio isn’t stereo at all as it is only one speaker and therefore mono. This isn’t a bad thing, but the screen shouldn’t mention stereo. Overall, I am pretty satisfied with this kit. For one, it has taught my 12-year-old sister to solder and allowed her to find that she could solder to a very reasonable proficiency at such a young age and at her first try which I am sure she found amazing. Now, she discovered another skill she could use later which is very useful. My brother liked soldering it up too and assembling the product and I enjoyed using it as a teaching tool and we all enjoyed testing the final product. The whole assembly process in itself was a lot of fun. While we did it in one sitting, I would highly recommend doing half the assembly, taking a break, then doing the other half. The things I would recommend improving are having the volume buttons and frequency buttons arranged so left is lower volume and up is higher volume. I would recommend also having the volume settings persist even when power is removed. I would also recommend including a headphone jack to listen with headphones and get stereo sound as well as having an audio in jack to allow the radio to also be used as a portable boombox. Otherwise, the product is really cool and functioned as intended. The LEDs were an extra cool feature that is fun to watch as the radio plays too. Overall, I am giving this product a 4.5-star review because the volume and frequency buttons were “reversed” and there isn't any stereo output as it says as well as there not being AM channels or an audio in. Since desertcart doesn't allow 4.5-star ratings, I am rounding to the nearest whole number which is 5. Overall, I am very satisfied with this product and the teaching/learning opportunity it brought. ## Features - COOL LED LIGHT: ICSTATION DIY radio not only features the standard radio functions, but also comes equipped with 10 LED lights that add a unique twist to your listening experience. The LED lights will randomly flash different colors and pulse in sync with the beat of the music. This dynamic visual display enhances the overall ambiance and enjoyment of your radio listening experience. - LCD1602 DISPLAY: With a high-definition LCD1602 screen, ICSTATION radio allows you to adjust the frequency and volume to your liking once assembly is complete. The buttons located below the radio enable easy customization of your listening experience. Whether you prefer a certain frequency or need to adjust the volume, this radio makes it simple and intuitive. The LCD1602 screen provides clear and detailed information. Overall, this radio is a fantastic option for anyone. - PRACTICAL DIY KIT: ICSTATION soldering kit is an ideal choice for electronics enthusiasts looking to enhance their soldering skills and build a functional radio. It's designed to provide a practical and enjoyable experience while also improving your abilities. Our team is dedicated to ensuring your satisfaction and will work with you to address any concerns or problems you may have. - GREAT PRESENTS: If you're looking to make a personalized present for a friend or family member, a great option could be a radio DIY electronics kit. It comes with an acrylic transparent case, which not only looks beautiful but also provides protection for the delicate components inside. This means that your present will not only be visually appealing but also durable and long-lasting. - PLEASE NOTE: If the accessory you receive does not match the one in the manual, don't worry. It might be due to a different version, which has no impact on the function of the radio. Please let us send the correct installation steps. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B09Y1BJZ6F | | Additional Features | FM Radio Kit with LED Lights | | Best Sellers Rank | #32,628 in Industrial & Scientific ( See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific ) #69 in Soldering Stations | | Brand | IS | | Built-In Media | Soldering Projects | | Color | Green | | Compatible Devices | USB Device | | Connectivity Technology | USB | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 349 Reviews | | Display Technology | LCD Display and LED Lights | | Display Type | LCD | | Enclosure Material | Plastic | | Frequency | 87 MHz | | Hardware Interface | Mini USB 2.0 Type A | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 2"L x 0.78"W x 0.4"H | | Item Type Name | Soldering Projects | | Item Weight | 272 Grams | | Manufacturer | IS | | Mfr Part Number | GY20384 | | Model Number | GY20384 | | Power Source | dc | | Product Dimensions | 2"L x 0.78"W x 0.4"H | | Radio Bands Supported | FM | | Special Feature | FM Radio Kit with LED Lights | | Style Name | LCD Display | | Tuner Technology | FM | | Tuner Type | FM | | Voltage | 5 Volts | | Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant | ## Product Details - **Brand:** IS - **Color:** Green - **Connectivity Technology:** USB - **Included Components:** Soldering Projects - **Power Source:** dc - **Product Dimensions:** 2"L x 0.78"W x 0.4"H - **Radio Bands Supported:** FM - **Special Feature:** FM Radio Kit with LED Lights - **Style:** LCD Display - **Tuner Technology:** FM ## Images ![FM Radio Kit, ICSTATION Soldering Projects Radio with LED Flashing Lights DIY Radio Kit LCD1602 Display FM 87-108MHz Soldering Practice Kit for Back to School Solder Education Creative Present - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71K8oS5b2ZL.jpg) ![FM Radio Kit, ICSTATION Soldering Projects Radio with LED Flashing Lights DIY Radio Kit LCD1602 Display FM 87-108MHz Soldering Practice Kit for Back to School Solder Education Creative Present - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Ly1K4n1qL.jpg) ![FM Radio Kit, ICSTATION Soldering Projects Radio with LED Flashing Lights DIY Radio Kit LCD1602 Display FM 87-108MHz Soldering Practice Kit for Back to School Solder Education Creative Present - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71SQPM-y6aL.jpg) ![FM Radio Kit, ICSTATION Soldering Projects Radio with LED Flashing Lights DIY Radio Kit LCD1602 Display FM 87-108MHz Soldering Practice Kit for Back to School Solder Education Creative Present - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Fhi-r41jL.jpg) ![FM Radio Kit, ICSTATION Soldering Projects Radio with LED Flashing Lights DIY Radio Kit LCD1602 Display FM 87-108MHz Soldering Practice Kit for Back to School Solder Education Creative Present - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71rjtDJ3EYL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can it charge devices via USB?** A: No, it comes with a USB cable, but this is only for connecting to the power supply, it can't charge any devices, and it can't charge the radio either. **Q: Is assembly difficult for beginners?** A: We recommend people with some knowledge and experience in soldering to assemble it, and if you are a beginner, please install it under professional guidance. **Q: Are instructions included for assembly?** A: Yes, we put paper instructions in the package. **Q: Is acrylic case included for protection?** A: Yes, please note that in order to avoid scratches on the acrylic shell, we have covered it with a protective film, please tear the protective film when installing. **Q: What type of power source does it use?** A: It comes with a USB cable, working voltage: DC 4.5V~5.5V ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fun project, good instruction manual, good learning project *by S***Y on January 16, 2024* I found the assembly very easy and straightforward. It does require soldering skills which can be found from a video or two and by the time you are done you will get ample practice. You need to either print out the user manual from Amazon or scanning the QR code. Part orientation-like polarity on electrolytic capacitors and LED and general diodes were clearly described both in words and clearly marked on the well-printed circuit board silk-screening. One cautionary note that should be added is to minimize the bending of the stranded wires soldered into PC boards and speakers. The stranded wire is made solid when the strands get filled with solder and will break after only two or three bends right where the solder-filled stranded wire turns back into all stranded. Typically, stranded wire is very flexible, but after soldering will break as described. I found the kit stocked with all the right parts and directions easy to follow. I even got help from my wife to speed things along. I hope you enjoy the project as much as we did. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Radio Kit and Project to Teach Basic Electrical Engineering Skills and Soldeirng *by R***R on July 24, 2022* I got this radio kit to teach my 12-year-old sister how to solder and assemble as a way to teach basic electrical engineering principles and terms. Upon unboxing the kit, I found the acrylic box was separated in its own space while the electrical components were in their own ziplock bag which is great and prevents scratching of the acrylic and losing electrical components. However, the instructions weren’t included, but I looked at the listing and found the instructions there as a PDF file. The PDF instructions were very high quality, and the English was pretty good for a kit like this and very understandable. There was also a list of materials which tell the item names and their quantities as well as a circuit schematic. The instructions even used proper engineering terms. As I was at a house without access to a soldering station, all that was available was a $3 harbor freight soldering iron and some very cheap solder. First, I explained the components and gave a brief overview of how each one works. I then taught my sister how to solder and soldered two pins of the SMD component to show her was it was like and explain. I then let her solder the rest of the pins, and amazingly, she was able to solder them correctly. She was also able to solder all the resistors, and the header pins, and the LEDs without more than 2 bridged connections which she corrected on her own without me telling her how to correct them. As this was her absolutely first time soldering and she did so well and picked it up without a problem, I was very amazed. As an electrical engineering student myself, I see a good number of college students (around half) having trouble soldering their boards of even easier difficulty and a lot of them even messing up their boards and needing to get a new one. After doing about half of the kit, my sister wanted to take a break, so I let my 16-year-old brother complete the rest of the kit which he easily did as he has been soldering for a while. I also let my brother assemble the acrylic part. As acrylic smudges with fingerprints, he made sure to not touch the inside surfaces of the acrylic as he installed the panels to prevent the final product from looking dirty. Once the product was assembled, we applied power via USB port and the product turned on. Upon changing the channels and cycling all the way through, we couldn’t get the radio to pick up any radio stations. However, the radio was tested in Japan and the FM band in Japan is about 76-90 MHz while in America, the FM band is about 88-108 MHz. Furthermore, the frequencies in Japan are in different increments for tuning than in the US. This radio supports frequencies 87-108 MHz and most radio stations in Japan also aren't going to be close to 90 MHz either. This explains why the radio doesn't pick up Japanese radio stations. While the radio doesn't pick up Japanese radio stations at all, this is not a design flaw of the radio at all and it was demonstrated that the radio does work on US frequencies when I used a radio transmitter to test. . We tested the radio by using a portable radio transmitter and set both the transmitter and this radio kit to the same channel and it picked up the sound perfectly. The sound quality was really decent for a radio. That tells that the radio kit does work. Regarding the functions of the kit, there were minor things I found awkward. The volume increase button and decrease button were “switched” in a way. Volume up was on the left and volume down was on the right. The same was done for the channel increase and channel decrease buttons. This “switching” wasn’t intuitive and goes against what you would expect and can cause confusion. The other thing was the screen said stereo on it, but this radio isn’t stereo at all as it is only one speaker and therefore mono. This isn’t a bad thing, but the screen shouldn’t mention stereo. Overall, I am pretty satisfied with this kit. For one, it has taught my 12-year-old sister to solder and allowed her to find that she could solder to a very reasonable proficiency at such a young age and at her first try which I am sure she found amazing. Now, she discovered another skill she could use later which is very useful. My brother liked soldering it up too and assembling the product and I enjoyed using it as a teaching tool and we all enjoyed testing the final product. The whole assembly process in itself was a lot of fun. While we did it in one sitting, I would highly recommend doing half the assembly, taking a break, then doing the other half. The things I would recommend improving are having the volume buttons and frequency buttons arranged so left is lower volume and up is higher volume. I would recommend also having the volume settings persist even when power is removed. I would also recommend including a headphone jack to listen with headphones and get stereo sound as well as having an audio in jack to allow the radio to also be used as a portable boombox. Otherwise, the product is really cool and functioned as intended. The LEDs were an extra cool feature that is fun to watch as the radio plays too. Overall, I am giving this product a 4.5-star review because the volume and frequency buttons were “reversed” and there isn't any stereo output as it says as well as there not being AM channels or an audio in. Since Amazon doesn't allow 4.5-star ratings, I am rounding to the nearest whole number which is 5. Overall, I am very satisfied with this product and the teaching/learning opportunity it brought. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pros and Cons *by J***E on April 22, 2026* Cons: volume isn’t “mute” on “0” so if you want to have it on while you go to sleep it is too loud for that even when volume is all the way down. The acrylic housing is kind of difficult to figure out and the instructions on that aren’t super clear. Does not charge or run on batteries. USB plug only to power it. It resets to Volume 8 and lowest FM station when turned off. Even when you keep it plugged in, the unit completely resets when you press the power button. No Bluetooth or AUX or AM radio. Pros: seems pretty high quality for the price. Speaker sounds good. Like way better than I expected. Fun to build. Instructions for soldering are well written with photos and easy to follow. Acrylic housing seems pretty durable. The screen is really cool. Overall super fun to build, LOTS of components to solder so definitely not for children. I’d say a 15 year old is probably more than capable of doing it if they’re dedicated. Took me about an hour and a half and I do these type of kits pretty often. ## Frequently Bought Together - FM Radio Kit, ICSTATION Soldering Projects Radio with LED Flashing Lights FM 87-108MHz Soldering Practice Kit DIY Radio Kit LCD1602 Display for Learning Teaching STEM Education Father's Day Present - MiOYOOW TJ-56-428 4-Digit Digital DIY Clock Kits with Acrylic Shell, DIY Alarm Clock Soldering Practice Kit for Students and DIYers, DIY Electronics Kit for Learning Electronics - ISolderStore DIY Mini Tesla Coil Kit 15W Electronic DIY Kits Mini Music Tesla Coil Plasma Speaker Soldering Practice Kit DIY Soldering Project for Teens Kids Adults Thanksgiving Xmas Gift --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/440438315-fm-radio-kit-icstation-soldering-projects-radio-with-led-flashing](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/440438315-fm-radio-kit-icstation-soldering-projects-radio-with-led-flashing) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-19*