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Stereo Balanced to Unbalanced Audio Converter
The primary role of this project is to convert a differential input audio signal into a single-ended output signal while rejecting noise that is common to both inputs (common-mode noise). The circuit presented here is a differential amplifier intended to receive balanced line...
Continue ReadingVoltage-Controlled Pulse Width Modulator (PWM) – PWM Signal Generator
This is an easy-to-use voltage to PWM converter. The project occupies very little space. The circuit is built using the versatile silicon timing device LT6992-1 chip. Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) Controlled by Simple 0V to 1V Analog Input, multiturn trimmer potentiometer provided to...
Continue ReadingHumidity Sensor – Humidity to Frequency Output
This sensor board provides frequency output as per relative humidity value. The project is based on a unique capacitive cell, this relative humidity sensor is designed for high volume, cost-sensitive applications such as office automation, automotive cabin air control, home...
Continue ReadingActive Rectifier Controller with Reverse Protection for Battery and Solar cell
This demonstration circuit is an active rectifier with reverse protection for batteries in automotive applications. The project is designed for 5A load current. Two clamping diodes, D1 and D2, are used on the board to protect the IC from overvoltage spikes at the input. The input...
Continue ReadingLow Profile 2 Channel Solid State Relay for AC Loads
This project offers an extremely compact solution for interfacing 2 high voltage resistive or inductive loads. At a low profile, this is the most compact & versatile optically isolated 2 channel solid state relay system. The circuit consists of 2x Triacs and isolated Triac...
Continue ReadingTINY DC-DC Power Module – Input 8-28V DC – Output 5V DC 1A
This tiny power module is an easy-to-use integrated power solution that combines a 3A DC/DC converter chip with inbuilt power MOSFETs, an inductor, and passives into a 3-pin, through-hole package. The standard TO-220 pin-out allows a much-improved replacement of linear regulators...
Continue ReadingAutomatic LED Stairway Lighting – Arduino Compatible
This creative idea is suitable for a stairway with 16 stairs, each stair can have a 12V LED. It has two sensors one at the start and one at the end of the stairs and when the sensor trigered at any end it starts a process of lighting each of the steps in a progressive cycle starts....
Continue ReadingProgrammable Frequency – Continuous Conduction Mode (CCM) – Boost Power – Factor Correction (PFC) Controller
The circuit described here is a simple PFC controller using the UCC28180 chip from Texas instruments. The controller operates under average current mode control at a fixed programmable switching frequency of 116 kHz. Simple external current and voltage loop compensation,...
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