This simple 20 watt home tube light circuit will work with any 12V battery and uses very few components yet is able to produce a reasonable amount of white light. The components used are very common and can be easily procured from the local electronic retailer. The idea is simple, the secondary winding of Tr1 […]
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LED Fader Circuit – Slow Rise, Slow Fall LED Effect Generator
In the following post I have explained a simple circuit which can be used for alternately switching LEDs with gradual brightening and fading effects. Circuit Operation The circuit can be effectively used for generating spooky effects in idols, for example it can be used for illuminating the eyes of a Jack-o’-lantern during haloween celebrations. The […]
Using a Fan Dimmer for Controlling LED Intensity
The circuit idea I have I have explained in this article can be used for controlling the intensity of many LEDs through a ceiling fan dimmer switch unit. This circuit was requested by Mr. Joseph who wanted a simple method through which an ordinary home dimmer switch could be integrated with a chain of LEDs for controlling its brightness from […]
Mains AC Xenon Tube Flasher Circuit
In this article I have explained a very simple yet amusing mains operated xenon tube flasher circuit using ordinary electronic components. Circuit Operation The circuit was taken from one of the old elektor electronics magazine and it is indeed a very cute little circuit which may be used for creating high intensity lighting effects during […]
Converting Ordinary Rice Bulb String Light to LED String Light
In this post we study how to convert a rice bulb string light into an LED string light using some simply circuit modification. Circuit Concept Whether it’s during a festive occasion or for mere decoration purpose, the Chinese rice bulb flashing lights have become hugely popular nowadays These can be seen as multiple interlaced wire strings consisting of many different […]
How to Make a Cheap LED Name Plate with Illuminated Back Light
In this post I have explained a simple method for making an inexpensive LED name plate with illuminated back light, which can be made by incorporating only 4 LEDs and yet acquire a dazzling back light illumination for the name plate. Introduction LEDs are no doubt gaining popularity by leaps and bounds and probably most […]