Instructions how you can build your own automated candy machine like that on http://www.giveawaycandy.com/ or Canduino - Arduino connected to Everymote
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Read the story behind the candy machine at Michaels blogWhat you Need
- Candy machine Carousel Jukebox Gumball Machine
- Servo - full rotation
- Servo controller (optional) - we using a USB servo controller
- Epoxy
Step 1
Disassemble the candy macine.
Step 2
Remove the gear from the handle and mount it on the servo. Use some glue to make sure it do not get lose.
Step 3
Glue the servo to the inside of the base and make sure that it is as centered as possible otherwise it will skip.
Step 4
Cut oft the front of the collector so that the candy do not get jammed. |
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Step 5 option A
If using a usb servo controller and controlling from a computer
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| Use adhesive to fasten the servo controller |
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| Cut out a hole for the USB connection |
Step 5 option B
Controlling the candy macine with an Arduino
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