Thermochromic pigments are now available from Adafruit in a range of colors, allowing you to create a wide variety of different projects or applications thanks to their color-changing properties, which take effect at different temperatures, specifically at 31 °C or 88 °F. Adafruit explains a little more about what can be done with the new colorful thermochromic pigments, which are now available to purchase, priced at $4.95 for a 10g bag.
Applications and Uses
Thermochromic pigments offer a fascinating way to add an interactive element to your projects. These pigments change color in response to temperature changes, making them ideal for a variety of creative applications. For instance, you can use them in art projects to create dynamic paintings that change color with the ambient temperature. Imagine a mural that shifts hues as the day warms up or cools down, providing a living piece of art that evolves with its environment.
“How to get started on your next masterpiece? Just add a little water then paint any surface. This pigment is not meant for use on bare skin as a body paint and definitely not for eating! The paint dries quickly at room temperature and can be removed with soap and water. You can also mix into resin, slime, waxes, sugru, hand-formable plastic…pretty much anything you like!”
Creative Possibilities
The creative possibilities with thermochromic pigments are virtually endless. Available colors include black, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, pink, and rainbow. These pigments can be mixed into various mediums such as resin, slime, waxes, and even hand-formable plastics like sugru. This versatility allows for innovative uses in DIY crafts, educational projects, and even functional items like temperature-sensitive mugs or mood rings.
For example, you could create a custom resin coaster that changes color when a hot cup of coffee is placed on it, adding a fun and functional twist to a common household item. In educational settings, these pigments can be used to teach children about temperature and chemical reactions in a visually engaging way. By incorporating them into slime or other hands-on projects, students can see science in action.
For more information on purchasing options, jump over to the official Adafruit online store. Check out the video below to learn more about the new products available from the Adafruit online electronic store.
Source: Adafruit
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