Could Someone Give me Advice on DIY Electronics Project Using 3D Printing and Arduino?

Hello there,

I am new to DIY electronics; but I am really excited to dive into my first complex project. I have a background in 3D printing but less experience with electronics; especially when it comes to integrating Arduino or other microcontrollers.

PLA for 3D printed parts; an Arduino Uno; a few proximity or touch sensors; addressable LED strips; and a small battery pack.

The sensors will detect touch or motion and trigger the LEDs to light up in different patterns. I would love to eventually program a series of different light effects based on the input.

I am unsure about how to best integrate the wiring with the 3D printed structure. Should I design channels for the wiring; or are there better methods? :thinking:

Also, I have gone through this post; https://forum.arduino.cc/t/diy-3d-printer-your-collective-thoughts-minitab/ which definitely helped me out a lot.

I need advice on choosing the right power supply that can handle both the Arduino and LED strips; without being too bulky for the design.

Thanks in advance for your help and assistance. :innocent: