In this article I have explained how to wire tiny 12 volt flashlight bulbs into decorative string light for decorating houses during festivals like Diwali and Christmas. What are String Lights As the name suggests a string light is a wired lamp system in which many lamps such as bulbs or LEDs are joined together […]
Lamps and Lights
Sequential LED Array Light Circuit
In this article I have explained how to make a sequential LED array light circuit with an sequentially illuminating LED forming a bar graph kind of LED formation. Introduction In this article I have explained a simple method of making an incremental LED light using the IC 4017, which is rather equipped with specifications not […]
Transformerless Automatic Night Lamp Circuit
This transformerless solid-state automatic night lamp operates without using bulky transformer, and automatically switches ON some LEDs during night, and switches them OFF during day. In this post I have explained how to make a transformerless automatic darkness activated LED lamp circuit, using a couple of transistors and capacitive based power supply, eliminating the use […]
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 […]