In this post I will comprehensively explain regarding the various standard resistor color codes, and systems employed for assigning resistors their specific values. The post also explains how to read and identify resistor values from their color codes. By: S. Prakash The color codes used in resistors denote a leaded resistor’s value. These color codes […]
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How to Identify Component Specifications in Schematics
In this post I have explained the correct way of understanding and identifying component specifications in a given circuit schematics, even if the details are missing in the document or the schematic. Schematics without Part Specifications When a new hobbyist searches for a particular electronic circuit of his choice, the internet provides him with a […]
Schottky Diodes – Working, Characteristics, Application
Schottky barrier diodes are semiconductor diodes designed with minimal forward voltage and fast switching speeds which may be as low as 10 ns. These are manufactured in current ranges of 500 mA to 5 amps and up to 40 V. Due to these features they become specifically suitable in low voltage, high frequency applications such […]
How to Connect IC 4066 in a Circuit
In this article, I will try to explain how to connect the input and output pinouts of the bilateral switch IC 4066. We will learn how to correctly configure and use the IC 4066 pinouts in a circuit. The 4066 actually performs the role of an analogue switch. The 4066 is an integrated circuit made […]
Comparator Datasheet Parameters
This post will help you to understand a few of the crucial comparator parameters or specifications which are generally found in comparator IC datasheets. Some of the major parameters that you may come across in the datasheet of a compartaor are: Propagation delay Current consumption Output stage type (open collector/drain or push-pull) Input offset voltage, […]
IC 4016 Datasheet, Pinout Function
IC 4016 is a CMOS-based quad bilateral switch integrated circuit (IC). It may be used for a variety of purposes, including waveform generation, voltage-controlled oscillator, switching of audio and video signals, and controlling analogue and digital signals (VCO). A thorough datasheet for the IC 4016 is I have explained below: Electrical Characteristics: Pin Configuration: The […]