How many pieces are in the EV3 Infrared Beacon?

EV3 Infrared Beacon contains 1 pieces.

What age is the EV3 Infrared Beacon recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 10+.

When was the EV3 Infrared Beacon released?

EV3 Infrared Beacon was released in 2013.

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No. 45508

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EV3 Infrared Beacon

EV3 Infrared Beacon is an essential companion piece for the Mindstorms robotics generation.

Time on the shelf Retired

Released Jan 2013

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Who it's for: Ages 10+ · Beginner build Perfect for robotics students, educators, and Mindstorms builders
Build: 1 pieces · about 0.1 hours Build time is an estimate.
Cost: Affordable Next to other LEGO sets. Check the store for today's price.
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.8 AI-generated review score, not a customer rating

Users praise the beacon's reliability for interactive robotics projects and remote control functionality, though some note that finding replacement parts for older electronic ecosystems can be challenging.

📝 Our Take

EV3 Infrared Beacon is an essential companion piece for the Mindstorms robotics generation. Serving as both a tracking beacon and a remote control for the EV3 intelligent brick, this specialized electronic component unlocked interactive robotic tracking and wireless control for countless STEM projects.

This set is perfect for robotics enthusiasts, educators, and fans of the LEGO Mindstorms ecosystem. While it contains just a single electronic module rather than a traditional construction build, it is a crucial functional element for bringing autonomous creations to life.

Skip this if you are looking for a traditional building experience or have moved on to the newer SPIKE Prime platform. Without an EV3 brick and sensor setup to pair it with, this standalone beacon has very limited utility.

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🧱 Building Experience

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Pieces

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0.1h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

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10+

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Build Highlights:

Functions as both a tracking beacon and a remote control
Features four individual selectable channels
Equipped with a handy beacon button and toggle switch
Includes an auto power-down feature to preserve battery life

📖 About This Set

This has been designed for use with the EV3 Infrared Seeker Sensor. The beacon emits an infrared signal which the sensor can track. The beacon can also be used as a remote control for the EV3 brick through signals sent to the infrared sensor.• Requires two AAA batteries• Four individual channels• Includes a beacon button and toggle switch to activate/deactivate• Green LED indicating if the beacon is active• Auto power-down if the unit is not in action for one hour• Working distance of up to two meters

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Compared to standard building sets, the EV3 Infrared Beacon is purely functional hardware rather than a traditional construction kit. While standard sets are judged by their brick variety and display appeal, this component is valued strictly for its compatibility with the Mindstorms EV3 tracking sensor.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 1
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 1 unique parts, 1 pieces

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Consists solely of a single specialized electronic IR-beacon unit requiring two AAA batteries, essential for operating alongside the EV3 Infrared Seeker Sensor.

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💎 Notable Parts

White Control Unit, IR-Beacon / Remote Handset, EV3 (1x)

💡 MOC Potential

🤖 Remote control upgrades for custom LEGO Technic rovers and automated vehicles

🏛 Interactive robotics exhibits and STEM classroom display integrations

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What YouTubers Say

Based on 4 videos

3.0/5

Mixed

0% positive

BlockTalk summary

Overall sentiment towards the EV3 Infrared Beacon (45508-1) across analyzed YouTube videos is neutral, with an average score of 3.0/5. Videos primarily focus on introductions, demonstrations, and explanations of the EV3 system and its components.

YouTube thumbnail: Einführung in den Lego Mindstorms EV3 [Deutsch|HD]

Einführung in den Lego Mindstorms EV3 [Deutsch|HD] Technicmaster0 · 57.4K views Review

Community Sentiment

Based on 4 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0/5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive: 0
Mixed: 4
Critical: 0

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What the Community Says

1 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk summary

Technicmaster0's introduction targets newcomers to the EV3 system, while AV-One1 demonstrates the remote's beacon functionality. Awesome Robotics And Tech provides a brief overview of the EV3 sensor kit, and Мастерская робототехнических проектов highlights the EV3 microcomputer's central role.

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Einführung in den Lego Mindstorms EV3 [Deutsch|HD] Technicmaster0 · 57.4K views Review

Community content: these reviews are from Reddit and YouTube users sharing their personal experiences. Opinions may vary.

Inventory Statistics

Inventory version 1

1 Unique Parts

1 Official Piece Count

1 Cataloged Inventory Pieces

0 Minifigures

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