A couple of simple boost converter circuts are explained in this post, whch can be build and applied by any hobbyists for their own specific requiremenet. What is a Boost […]
How to Repair a Switch-Mode-Power-Supply (SMPS)
In this post we try to diagnose a burnt SMPS circuit and try to troubleshoot and repair the circuit. The shown unit is a cheap readymade Chinese make SMPS circuit. […]
Make this Buck Converter Using Arduino
In this project we are going to step down 12v D.C to any D.C value between 2 and 11volts. The circuit which steps down the D.C voltage is known as […]
110V, 14V, 5V SMPS Circuit – Detailed Diagrams with Illustrations
In this post we learn how to apply the IC L6565 for making a compact multi purpose 110V, 14V, 5V SMPS circuit using minimum number of external components. Implementing quasi-resonant ZVS […]
Power Factor Correction (PFC) Circuit – Tutorial
The post details the different methods of configuring a power factor correction circuit or a PFC circuit in SMPS designs, and explains the best practice options for these topologies so […]
Calculating Inductors in Buck Boost Converters
In this post we try to understand the method of dimensioning or calculating inductors in buck boost converter circuits in order to ensure an optimal performance from these devices. We […]