Adafruit presents exciting achievement badges for electronics, science, and engineering. The 'High-altitude balloon' badge is perfect for educators, classrooms, and various maker spaces worldwide. It rewards beginners on their skill - building journey. This USA - made badge is skillfully designed and built to last. It has an iron - on backing but can also be sewn on. High - altitude balloons are unmanned, usually filled with helium or hydrogen, reaching 60,000 to 120,000 feet in the stratosphere. They're often used for weather monitoring and upper - atmosphere experiments. With the low cost of GPS and comms equipment, high - altitude ballooning is an emerging hobby. Adafruit's badges are made in partnership with AMBRO Manufacturing in NJ, USA. AMBRO is a family - owned business since 1990, using non - toxic, eco - friendly supplies and solar power. Their green practices were recognized by Impressions Magazine. Adafruit hopes its open - source values and green initiatives help you choose us.
To use this high - altitude balloon skill badge, you can either iron it onto your clothing or sew it on. If you choose to iron it, make sure to follow the normal ironing instructions for iron - on patches. First, place the patch where you want it on your garment. Then, cover it with a thin cloth and use a hot iron to press firmly for a few seconds. If you prefer to sew it, use a strong thread and a needle, and stitch around the edges. As for maintenance, avoid exposing the badge to harsh chemicals or excessive heat. When washing the garment with the badge, turn it inside out and use a gentle cycle. This will help keep the badge looking great for a long time. Remember, this badge is made to last, so with proper care, it'll be a long - term reminder of your skills.
