The IC TL494 is a versatile PWM control IC, which can be applied in many different ways in electronic circuits. In this articles I have explained in detail regarding the main functions of the IC, and also how to use it in practical circuits. General Description The IC TL494 is specifically designed for single chip […]
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7 Simple Inverter Circuits you can Build at Home
These 7 inverter circuits might look simple with their designs, but are able to produce a reasonably high power output and an efficiency of around 75%. Learn how to build this cheap mini inverter and power small 220V or 120V appliances such drill machines, LED lamps, CFL lamps, hair dryer, mobile chargers, etc through a […]
Unijunction Transistor (UJT) 2N2646 Datasheet
The 2N2646 is a type of Unijunction Transistor (UJT), which is commonly used in various oscillator based electronic circuit application. The following paragraphs provide the datasheet and the main specifications of the device: Pin Configuration: The following diagram shows the pinout configuration of the UJT 2N2646. General Characteristics: Electrical Specifications: Advantages and Disadvantages Common Applications […]
Digital Theremin Circuit – Make Music with your Hands
Named after its creator, the theremin originated in the Soviet Union in the beginning of 1920’s. This comprised of a container installed with a couple of antennas. It did not have any keyboard to play, no strings like in guitars. Rather, the theremin made use of human body capacitance to manipulate the volume and the […]
Simple Peak Detector Circuit to Detect and Hold Peak Voltage Levels
In this article I have explained about a peak detector circuit, its working principle and how to implement it in clap operated circuits for illuminating an LED in response to clap sounds. What is Peak Detector A peak detector is a circuit which holds maximum amplitude value of a signal. If a signal varies rapidly […]
Regulated Car Battery Charger Circuit for Garage Mechanics
If you are an automotive technician, vehicle technician, or a motor mechanic, you may find this cheap yet powerful car battery charger circuit extremely handy, as it can be used for charging all types of car and motorcycle battery overnight with minimum effort. This charger is specially suited for garages since it has a rugged […]