The first design below shows a simple workbench setup for testing all types CDI circuits. It uses a capacitive discharge ignition circuit along with a CDI coil to implement the testing procedure. Audio/Video Representation The circuit does not require any separate oscillator, rather the 100Hz from the bridge rectifier itself works like a pulsed trigger […]
Automobile Electronics
Simple Capacitive Discharge Ignition (CDI) Circuit
In this post I have explained the circuit for a simple, universal capacitive discharge ignition circuit or a CDI circuit using a standard ignition coil and a solid state SCR based circuit. For an audio/video explanation, you can watch the following video representation: How Ignition System in Vehicles Work The ignition process in any vehicle […]
Modifying Car Turn Signal Lights, Park-Lights and Side-Marker Lights
In this post I have explained an innovative circuit modification which allows a single common lamp to be used as a parking light, turn signal indicator light, as well as a side marker light on the relevant positions. The idea was requested by Mr. Chris Technical Specifications I have a project that is slightly related […]
Car Reverse Horn Circuit
A crucial safety element in cars is the reverse horn, sometimes referred to as the reverse warning device or backup alarm, which emits an auditory signal while the automobile is in reverse. The reverse horn, which is intended to improve pedestrian and occupant safety, generates a unique sound to alert others around that the vehicle […]
4 Solid-State Car Alternator Regulator Circuits Explored
The 4 simple car voltage current regulator circuits I have explained below is created as a immediate alternative to any standard regulator and, although developed principally for a dynamo it will function equally effectively with an alternator. If the functioning of a traditional car alternator voltage regulator is analyzed, we find it amazing that these […]
3 Interesting DRL (Day Time Running Light) Circuits for Your Car
DRL or Day Time Running Lights are a chain of bright lights mostly LEDs installed just under a vehicle’s headlight, which illuminate automatically during day time to ensure that others can distinctly notice the vehicle approaching even from a distance. The following customized DRL circuit was requested by Mr. Jivesh Technical Specification as Provided by […]