Does the kit come with some type of soldering iron, or is that something you're expected to already own?

If you're looking to do this as a frequent hobby go ahead and get a soldering station. It's more money up front but it's worth every single penny. I bought a few kits and tried them with standard 'plug into wall' irons and got so frustrated. I ended up spending probably 100+ dollars on various irons and started to think I wasn't cut out for it. I watched some tutorial videos and they all preached about getting a station. So I got a Weller WES51 (About a hundred bucks) and right out of the box I was soldering like crazy. I used a dummy board to get the hang of it and I was ready to assemble an FM transmitter I'd gotten. It gets hot fast and you can dial in the temperature. You can clean the iron with the included sponge. Huge difference and now I'm just looking for a reason to solder something. :)

Can FM stations be selected or does it continually scan?

Stations are tuned in and continue to be tuned in one at a time. Scan to the next station and hold until you press the button to scan to the next station.

What are the dimensions of the circuit board? I would like to put it in a box

The board is 3-7/16" high by 5-9/32" wide by 1-1/2" thick. The antenna mount sticks off the top left edge of the board.

Do you recommend this kit or another for learning basic soldering skills? I'd rather have a radio than a useless siren at the end. Thanks.

Yes, this would be a good starter kit to learn basic soldering skills. That was my main deciding factor when purchasing it so that I could teach my son how to solder.

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📡 Tune into hands-on innovation — build, learn, and broadcast your brilliance!

MASTER THE CIRCUIT - Build your own monophonic FM receiver and gain real-world experience with printed circuit boards and electronic components.
SEAMLESS FM SCANNING - Effortlessly jump through FM stations with intuitive up-scan and reset buttons—never miss your favorite broadcast.
SKILL UP WITH SOLDERING - Sharpen your soldering expertise on a beginner-friendly kit designed for professional growth and confidence.
COMPACT PORTABLE DESIGN - Lightweight and battery-powered, this kit fits perfectly on your desk or on-the-go, blending tech learning with lifestyle.
TRUSTED LEGACY ENGINEERING - Backed by 30 years of Elenco’s innovation, ensuring reliability and quality in every component you assemble.

The Elenco FM Radio Kit is a beginner-friendly monophonic FM receiver kit covering 88-108 MHz with electronic auto-scan functionality. Designed to teach PCB assembly, component familiarity, and soldering skills, it offers a practical, hands-on electronics experience. Lightweight and battery-powered, it’s perfect for aspiring tech enthusiasts seeking a reliable, educational project backed by Elenco’s 30-year engineering legacy.

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ASIN	B004YHZE0G
Audio Output Mode	Mono
Best Sellers Rank	#184,772 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #4,769 in Science Toys & Kits
Box Contents	Owner's Manual
Brand Name	Elenco
Colour	Multicolor
Compatible Devices	Partial list: Smartphone, Laptop, MP3 Player
Country of Origin	USA
Customer Reviews	4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (1,445)
Display Type	VFD
Enclosure Material	Plastic
Frequency	108 MHz
Global Trade Identification Number	00756619008011
Hardware Interface	3.5mm Audio
Item Dimensions L x W x H	33L x 22.9W x 1.9H Centimeters
Item Weight Unit of Measure	1.6 Ounces
Manufacturer	Elenco
Manufacturer Part Number	FM-88K
Model Number	FM-88K
Network Connectivity Technology	Auxiliary
Number of Items	1
Power Source	Battery Powered
Product Features	Electronic Auto-Scan
Radio Bands Supported	1 tire
Style Name	Classic
Tuner Type	FM
UPC	885250561859 885348153102 756619008011
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Water Resistance Level	Not Water Resistant

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