A timer is a device which produces a delay period after which an external connected electrical load is triggered.
Configuring a Timer Circuit using IC 555
The produced time delay is normally adjustable and the user has the freedom to set the time period as desired.
There are many ways of making simple timer circuits using different ICs and discrete components; here we discuss one such circuit using the ubiquitous IC 555.The IC 555 is a pretty common electronic part among the electronic enthusiasts and is also very popular due to the involved simple configurations and low component count.
The two popular multivibrator modes of operation that’s associated with this IC are the astable mode, and the monostable mode. Both of these are useful configurations and have plenty of different applications.
Using the IC 555 in Monostable Mode
For the present adjustable IC 555 timer circuit design we incorporate the second mode of operation, which is the monostable mode.
In this mode of operation the IC is configured to receive a trigger externally, so that it’s output changes state, meaning if with reference to the ground if the output of the IC is zero, then it would become positive as soon as the trigger (momentary) is received at its input terminal.
This change in its output is sustained for a certain period if time, depending upon the external time determining components. Normally the time determining components are in the form of a resistor and a capacitor which together determine or fix the time period for which the IC output would hold its “high” position.
By changing either the value of the capacitor or the resistor, the timing can be altered as desired. The above time fixing components are termed as the RC component.
Note: Please connect the buzzer or the load between pin#3 and ground, and not between pin#3 and positive as incorrectly shown in the above diagram.
How the Circuit Functions
The 555 IC timer circuit above shows a very straightforward design where the IC 555 forms the central controlling part of the circuit. As discussed in the above section, the IC is in its standard monostable mode.
Pin #2 receives the external timing trigger from a push-to-ON switch. Once this switch is pushed, the circuit pulls its output to a positive potential and holds it until the predetermined time delay lapses.
The entire circuit can be built over a small piece of general PCB and housed inside a neat looking plastic enclosure along with the battery.
The output may be ideally connected to a buzzer for receiving the warning alarm after the set time lapses.
Parts List
R1, R4 = 4K7,
R2 = 10K,
R3 = 1M pot,
C1 = 0.47uF,
C2 = 1000uF/25V,
C3 = 0.01uF,
IC1 = 555,
Bz1 = Piezo Buzzer,
Push Button = push to ON switchA circuit design requested by Mr.Bourgeoisie:
Please connect the buzzer or the load between pin#3 and ground, and not between pin#3 and positive as incorrectly shown in the above diagram.
Timer Circuit with Relay Switching
If you are wondering how the above simple timer circuits could be used for triggering a high power load through relay switching, then the following diagram will help you to implement the same by attaching a simple relay stage with the shown designs:
Circuit Description
In the shown diagram, when power is switched ON, the IC goes into a standby state, and no triggering action is initiated at this moment.
However as soon as the push button pressed, pin#2 is pulled down to ground which instantly triggers the IC in the monostable counting mode, and the relay is activated. The load connected with the relay is thus also activated.
The IC starts counting, and depending on the values of R3/R4, and C2, once the timing period gets elapsed, the IC resets to the previous standby mode deactivating the relay. The relay load also gets deactivated in this situation.
The cycle repeats each time the push button is pressed, enabling the user to achieve the relay triggered timing ON OFF feature in the circuit.
The timing interval can be increased or decreased to a given extent by suitably altering the pot R3 value and/or by modifying the value of C2.
Asainar Vadakkethil says
hi sir , i am disturbing you again with my small doubted and mistakes, from your suggestion i got idea regarding the led drive circuit and it working fine,
and now need a timer function, when i switch on a device i need delay to operate protect my device,only after few second i want to switch on the device , please give me suggestion
Swagatam says
Thanks Asainar,
you can use the following concept for your requirement:
https://homemade-circuits.com/2013/02/make-this-simple-delay-on-circuit.html
you can include the relay for controlling the LED delay time or simply remove the relay and connect the LED with the collector of the PNP transistor, but in that case make sure that the PNP is rated appropriately to handle the LeD current.
77FALLEN2 says
Hello, I need help designing a circuit that's adjustable and only turns on an led for 10-60sec and turns off for 5-20min. It will run on 3v or 6v battery and I will use a sensor or switch to power up the circuit. When the circuit gets powered up, the beginning state of the led must be "on" and then begin the timer function to turn "off" then remain off until the next timer is complete then it repeats. The accuracy is not critical but should be fairly accurate and reliable. I though of using a 556 timer which is a double 555 timer or possible using 4060's. Thank you for your help.
Swagatam says
you can try using a couple of 555 iCs or through a couple IC 4060 as shown in the following article
https://homemade-circuits.com/2012/04/how-to-make-simple-programmable-timer.html
for getting an initial LED ON connect it across the N/C of the relay and not N/O
if you don't want the relay, the top BC547 can be replaced with a PNP, and the LeD connected across its collector and ground.
77FALLEN2 says
Thank you for your reply. I will base my circuit on the 2 4060 design in the link you provided. What is the equivilant PNP transistor to use since I will not be using a relay? Also, can I use 100k micro trim pots to adjust timers? My local Radio Shack has limited supply of components, the .1uF capacitor is a ceramic disc and the 1uF is a tantalum, will these work ok? I will be building this circuit as soon as i can locate all the components, I really appreciate your expertise. Is there any chance you can draw a schematic for me with with PNP transistor rather than relay and eliminate the red/green status LED's?
Swagatam says
the 1uF should be a non-polar capacitor so tantalum will not do since it could be a polarized cap.
the PNP spec will depend on the load, if it's below 200mA, a 2N2907 will do, if it's below 50mA, then a BC557 will do.
Swagatam says
make sure to put a series limiting resistor with your LED
Swagatam says
your 0.1uF is OK
77FALLEN2 says
I need to make a simple timer circuit that only turns on an led for an adjustable amount of time between 10-60sec then turns off for 5-20min. ther will be a sensor or switch used to cycle the circuit on/off. When the switch is closed and the power is restored to the timer circuit, the led will need to be powered on then count down to the off state. This will need to either run on a 3 or 6v battery source. I am not sure if This should be a 555 or 556 timer or 4060 as in your other programmable timer circuit. The accuracy of the timer is not critical but it needs to be reliable. I do have a 556 timer already. Your help would be appreciated. Thank you.
John Woodhead says
The bike is a Despirado 400. Not sure but I think the model is around a 98. I can't find A wiring circuit anywhere on the net.Ive tried to buy a new CDI but every place I've got one from are Duds. So I'm building on. The big problem is, it has only one pick up. with the firing at 180 degrees from TDC of the first cylinder to the firing of the second cylinder.Thats about 0.0588 of the second time out needed.This is at Idle speed of 1000 rpm. Take that to 8000 rpm at full revs. I still need the advance and retard. with the time out changing as well to about 0.0167 of a second. The XV4002NT Smart CDI is the correct CDI. I cant afford the new price at R14000.00 The value of the bike is only R35000.00 I've been ripped of twice trying to buy. So if anybody has one. I can afford R2000.00 and only after it's fitted and the bike is running.
Swagatam says
thanks John, I can design the circuit as per your above specification which will spark the two engines at a given predetermined rate, and that won't cost you more than Rs.800/-….the design might include two identical CDI sets and a sequential timer circuit
John Woodhead says
Hi Swagatam.
Thanks for the time delay switching circuit.Much appreciated. Tomorrow I'm starting trials with the CDI. if I get the spark at both positions at their required TDC points, the timer won't be necessary, but if I'm correct, the time delay will be needed for the second cylinder in the V 2 cyliner motor. As it must fire before the pic up flywheel can do another revolution. Meaning 2 cdi's, one with the time delay the other without. I'll keep you posted.
Just a note. I am also going to add your advance /retard circuit, as well as the the auto select for the advance/retard. To make an intelligent CDI giving optimum performance.
Swagatam says
You are most welcome John! If your theory is correct then my referred circuit should work with perfect results, however how would you implement it for the proposed function? that appears to be a bit puzzling? Let me know if you need any help regarding this. Wish you all the best!
John Woodhead says
Hi Swagatam. I building your simple CDI circuit. which is fine for a single cylinder motorcycle motor. However. I intend to use it on a 2 cylinder V motor. Most of these motors have 2 pick ups, but the motorcycle I have, has only one pick up. This means that it fires on the first cylinder ,but I need to time delay for the second cylinder also using a second CDI. A milli second adjustment would be needed to get the required TDC firing point. Can I configure the above circuit from the pic up for the pulse. Can you help
Swagatam says
Hi John, are you sure a manual, fixed delay setting would do the job? I don't recommend it…I think it would be much better if you installed a second pick-up coil and a separate CDI for triggering the second engine.
By the way if you think the manual option would be OK, then you could try the following design instead
https://homemade-circuits.com/2013/02/make-this-simple-delay-on-circuit.html
adjust R2/C2 for the required delay, and remove the relay….the trigger could be extracted from the colector of T2
Abu-Hafss says
Hi John
Please inform the name/model of your motorcycle.
Amr Osama says
Thanks a lot ,I will try it 🙂
Amr Osama says
i want to make a simple timer for a 3hp 220v ac motor to make it on for 30 min and off for 15 min , what circuit should i make?
Swagatam says
you can try the following circuit:
https://homemade-circuits.com/2012/04/how-to-make-simple-programmable-timer.html
Amr Osama says
i want to make a simple timer for a 3hp 220v ac motor to make it on for 30 min and off for 15 min , what circuit should i make?
Tony says
I am new to electronics but I thing this circuit is ideal to start with. I wish to use the cct on a device. The idea is to set on the buzzer after I set the time sort of a reminder. Does this cct help. Let say I want thw buzzer to sound at 8.00 am, noon and 6.00pm is it possible please.
Swagatam says
No it won't be possible with this circuit, you will need a 4060 based timer circuit
Tony says
I tried to find a cct but I not sure if it works properly do you have available on you site
Swagatam says
you can try the following circuity:
https://homemade-circuits.com/2012/01/how-to-make-simple-versatile-timer.html
remove D1, otherwise the time delays will not repeat.
The timer will produce OFF/ON delays with equal intervals depending on the values of the P1 and C1.
Enrico_Vialli says
hello sir,
i want to make a bathroom light timer switch with IC555, but i want to add a warning alarm sound before the lights goes off when the time limit is reached, can you help me?
Swagatam says
Hello Enrico, I can certainly help you, please let me know what type of buzzer and lamp do you intend to use in this application.
Enrico_Vialli says
buzzer is DC type and lamp is fluorescent type…what im trying to do is to make it give a warning sound(somewhere about 15 seconds) before the timer switch the lamp off.
the timer is adjustable from 1-10 minutes
Swagatam says
OK I'll try to post it soon…
Alexandru Glavan says
Hello Swagatam, I would like to know if an IRS2453 can be driven by an external oscilator, like UC3845. I want to use this circuit to drive a H bridge in a welding inverter.
Swagatam says
Hello Alexandru, According to me it does not include this feature, it can be programmed only through the specified Rt/Ct network….
Silence Screams says
Hello.
If I changed the voltage to 15V, will the values of other components change? If yes, then what will be their new values?
Swagatam says
Hello, nothing will need to be changed for 15V, however at 15V the IC can get a bit warm so it's not recommended.
EyeWithShy says
how to increase time duration of this timer? like 4 hours timer
Swagatam says
by increasing the values of R3/C2
Nipun Gupta says
Hello Swagatam i wanna ON my Banner Light with 555 Timer IC for particular hours like 6-8 Hours and then i wanna off it automatically. Is it possible? Please help me regarding this. it will be helpful for me.
Swagatam says
Hello Nipun, a 555 IC circuit may not be suitable for acquiring such long delays due to its inefficiency, a 4060 IC is recommended for this as explained in the following article:
https://homemade-circuits.com/2013/07/simple-triac-timer-circuit.html
try the second one for your application
Azam jamal says
I want to make a circuit which work's like I have 9 25 watt clf bulbs and I want to do that when I switch off the first CLF then after each 5 minutes the remaining light would switch off regularly like each should go off after 5 minutes of other means that in 45 minutes all 9 lights go off respectively.So in this case would the last circuit among the drawing's will work or not.Please help me ?
Swagatam says
I'll try to design it soon and post it in this blog.
kikira says
Good morning sir,
My android mob. is the only way to connect with Net. It's quite tough to search any particular ckt. Plz. Help!!
I need to convert 12v a.c to 12v d.c
A tr. manufacturer told that when a bridge rectifier is added with the out put of 12v d.c it increases the voltage upto 3v. Is it true? Then what should I do….
1)A tr. of 9v d.c out put…
2)any ckt. that provides 12v a.c to 12v d.c using a tr.
Please guide.
With regards, k.kausik
Swagatam says
Hi Kaushik,
yes that's right. in fact with a filter cap it could rise upto 16V
you can use a 7812 IC for restricting the voltage to 12V or add 4 to 5 rectifier diodes in series with the positive for the same.
the diodes could 1N4007 or 1N5402 depending upon the output current specs
Jomel Calasiao says
Sir,may i ask what is the reason behind the additional transistor tip122?
Swagatam says
Jomel, for 8amp collector load, the base of 2N3055 would require around 200mA current, TIP122 is used for optimally satisfying this amount of current to the base of 2N3055
Jomel Calasiao says
OK,thank you sir,i will try and see what will happen
Jomel Calasiao says
sir,i'm planning the same circuit above to control a motor of 12v, 8 amps for a certain time duration,i attached a tip3055 transistor in series with a 1M resistor to the output in place of the buzzer, will that work?
Swagatam says
Jomel, you will need to do it via a TIP122 transistor.
connect the base of TIP122 to pin3 of the IC via a 1k resistor.
connect the emitter of TIP122 to the base of TIP3055
connect the emitter of TIP3055 to ground.
join the collector of both transistors and connect it to the negative of the motor, and connect the positive of the motor to positive of the supply.
Abu-Hafss says
Hi Swagatam
TIP122 is a darlington pair, so shouldn't it be replaced with TIP31?
Otherwise, what would this configuration be called i.e. 3 transistors connected in series with common collector?
Swagatam says
Hi Abu-Hafss,
Here we are looking for a guaranteed and an optimal switching conditions for the 2N3055 since the source current is very low in mA.
Therefore a Darlington is a better choice since it would ensure the full dose of current for the 2N3055 producing an optimal switch-ON for the load
vipin kumar says
Hey Swagatam,
I like ur circuit and i am new to electrical world.
So i want to know that if i have an input of 220 volt ac , what value of resistance i must have to add do that i get output of 9 volt ac
Swagatam says
Thanks Vipin,
If you are referring to the above circuit, for a 220V operation you can use a 12V AC/DC adapter for it…..12V would also work for the above circuits.
Jomel Calasiao says
sir, can i use the same circuit above using a 12volts power supply? or do i have to modify some of the parts?
Swagatam says
Jomel, 12V can be also used for the same circuit, no changes would be required
kikira says
Good evening sir,
Wishing you a hearty thanks for your kind reply…….
A request ;
A search option & "go to top" is needed on your web page……. So many useful circuits …a huge no of posts & comments…..
With regards,
K.Kausik
Swagatam says
Thank you Kaushik,
Your suggestion is very good.
If it's possible to include this feature in my blog template, I will make sure it gets implemented soon.
Swagatam says
….by the way the search option is already there at the left top of sidebar.
kikira says
Good afternoon sir,
Would U kindly mention the value of D1 & D2.
Wheather a 6v relay will work instead of a buzzer?
Inform the caution to be taken for 6v supply instead of 9v d.c.
Thanks …………….
k.kausik
Swagatam says
Kaushik, D1, D2 are 1N4148 diodes
6V relay can be used but the supply should be also at 6V
the same circuit can be used for 6V operation also, no changes would be required.
Abu-Hafss says
Hi Swagatam
I am really exhausted, I admit, I have failed. Please help me.
I need two monostable 555 timers configured such that:
1) when switched on, ONLY the first timer should be triggered automatically
2) after completing its preset time the 1st timer triggers the 2nd timer
3) after completing its preset time the 2nd timer triggers the 1st timer
4) hence the cycle repeats indefinitely
Just let me know how to connect the pin #2 of both timers.
Swagatam says
Hi Abu-Hafss,
I'll do it for for but in return you will have to explain the circuit in your own words, …agreed?
Abu-Hafss says
Okay………………
Actually, I had made the circuit; and as per my usual practice I simulated in 2 different softwares. One worked perfectly, but the second one (LTSpice from Linear Technology) did not accepted. And I mostly rely on LTSpice, which I consider to be much accurate.
Here is my circuit https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/20969135/555%20mono-2.gif
Swagatam says
Hi Abu-Hafss,
The trigger inputs are not configured correctly in your circuit according to me, I'll try to update the correct one soon.
Swagatam says
Hi Abu-Hafss,
Please refer to the "sequential timer" section in the following pdf link:
http://www.ti.com/lit/ds/slfs022h/slfs022h.pdf
Abu-Hafss says
Hi Swagatam
The link shows monostable timer with manual triggering whereas, I was talking about automatic triggering at power-up.
If for example we have 3 sequential timers:
a) Only the first timer should start at power-on.
b) The first timer should trigger the second.
c) The second should trigger the third.
d) The third should re-trigger the first one.
My problems is how to restrict the 1st timer to be triggered automatically at power-up?
According to my observations, sometimes 1st timer gets triggered, sometimes 2nd, sometimes 3rd, sometimes all three and some times none.
Swagatam says
Hi Abu-Hafss,
Replace the switch "S" with a 1uF capacitor and also connect a 10k resistor across the positive and pin2 of this IC, now the circuit becomes an automatic sequential timer as soon as it's powered up.
The circuit will always start from IC1 when switched ON as per my simulation, just try it.
Anonymous says
great guru am here again the last time i told you that i need a circuit that can close a relay for 8sec and delay it for 1hourand should continue like that for 12hours and stop, you told me to check one of the post you made which i did but to tell you the truth am having difficulties with the designing and time is not really on my side for my project in school. please can you help me design this circuit please i really need your help on this to finish my project please this my email xdungs@gmail.com
Swagatam says
You will have to construct it first and then check it as per the given instructions, that's all. If you face problems while troubleshooting I'll help you.
Abu-Hafss says
Hi Swagatam
Would you please tell me the functions of D1, D2 and R1? I have just blew a 555 without them.
What would be the configuration for a positive triggering signal?
Swagatam says
Hi Abu-Hafss,
R1/R2 are for discharging C1 so that it becomes ready for the next input pulse
D1/D2 are not crucial and may be removed, these are for restricting the entry of high frequency disturbance at pin2 and for eliminating false response by the IC.
There's no way you can blow this IC, unless you short circuit the output for too long or reverse the supply polarity…..
Anonymous says
Hi sir
Thanks for the circuit. Can u help me sir? I intended to build a circuit that power ON a hair dryer for 2-10 minutes when switch is closed and power OFF after that period. In between, if I want to OFF the working hair dryer within that period, I intended to put RESET button so. So basically I am trying to make an automatic shut off relay timer with reset button. Can u suggest me any circuit? Thank u in advance 🙂
Swagatam says
You can try the second circuit given in the above article, do the following modifications in it:
Remove the buzzer, and put a relay across pin3 and ground.
Remove the transistor and replace the position with a 0.22uF capacitor, also put a 1M resistor in parallel with the above cap.
The timing can be set by adjusting the shown preset.
Whenever power is switched ON, the relay will hold and then deactivate after the delay period has lapsed.
The reay contacts may be wired up with the hair dryer.
nitin rajpoot says
hello sir…fist of all thank u for running such a nice blog…sir i want to make a three light running chaser to be worked on ac lights…and want to keep interval switching time 1 minute…pls pls help me sir….thanxx
Swagatam says
Helo Nitin,
I have explained it in your previous comment with a link….for 1 minute interval you just need to adjust the pots carefully for the required timing.
jaejjii says
Hello sir. I just wanna ask if i put this circuit and a muscle stimulator circuit as the trigger in multisim 12.0, will the result show, like the buzzer would buzz? or it should be done physically to know the results??
Swagatam says
Hello Jaejjii,
I don't think the simulator would be able to simulate your muscle simulator response along with the above circuit….so I think you should test the configuration practically.
jaejjii says
Hello sir, I have formed this circuit in multisim 12.o. i have the muscle stimulator as the other circuit. can this muscle stimulator be the trigger?? if i put these two circuits on 1 board in multisim, will the result show??
Anonymous says
Hello swagatam, I am trying to think of a circuit were it has a constant 12~14v supply but a timed output to between the hours of 6 in the morning til 6 at night and to be repeated everyday.the output is to latch a twelve volt relay. Any ideas would b grateful as a I am struggling as a beginner. Thanks
Swagatam says
You can try this circuit:
https://homemade-circuits.com/2013/07/simple-triac-timer-circuit.html
You will have to remove D2 and replace the triac with a transistor/relay driver stage, after that the variable may be set for achieving the required timing.
Ben Langat says
Hi swagatam ,I wanted to construct a circuit which uses a small voltage of less than one volt to control a relay of 12 v.how can I go about?
Swagatam says
Hi Ben,
You can try a relay driver circuit as shown here:
https://homemade-circuits.com/2012/01/how-to-make-relay-driver-stage-in.html
Fiyinfoluwa Odeniyi says
please can you show me a circuit using discrete components and the calculations involved
Swagatam says
you can try the second circuit given in the following link:
https://homemade-circuits.com/2012/05/simple-delay-timer-circuits-explained.html
Anonymous says
Please sir, can i create a circuit that will take 30 seconds to switch On an electric motor with Ic 555
Swagatam says
you can try it with a 4060 IC circuit, it will do the job.
rajav2 says
I came across your website searching for a solution to my problem.
Hopefully you can give some insights on how to do this.
I am doing a mod for the multi effects Zoom G3X.
Basically converting some of the buttons into external foot switches.
I got a situation where to trigger a function I must do the following
– Hold down a button then press another button to trigger the feature.
When I tried it with a 3PDT switch it is very inconsistent due to both circuits are triggered simultaneously using a single switch.
Current situation
1) Press the 3PDT switch
2) Circuit A is connected
3) Circuit B is connected at the same time.
This results in very inconsistent behavior as circuit A need to be closed first before circuit B,
I need a way to introduce some delay
1) Press the switch
2) Circuit A is connected
3) Circuit B is connected 100ms later.
Can you please help on how to achieve this as simple as possible?
Timing is not critical
There is no load on the circuit just a simple switch.
Thanks in advance
Swagatam says
Use a transistor/relay driver stage for circuit B, as shown in this link:
https://homemade-circuits.com/2012/01/how-to-make-relay-driver-stage-in.html
connect a 100uF/25V across transistor base and ground, connect the circuitB via the relay contacts.
the circuit A may be directly wired with the relevant supply
rajav2 says
Thanks a lot for your input.
I will try it out.
Thanks
Anonymous says
good day mr. swagatam. can you please help us construct a timing circuit which is an output of a logic circuit. we want it to have 3 different time duration outputs. hope you can help us. thanks.
Swagatam says
Please provide an elaborate explanation of the requirement so that it becomes easier for me to design the circuit.
Mahmoud Al-Ashi says
hey sir, i am designing a water level detector circuit. when the water level reaches to the max, i want a buzzer to turn on ONLY once for like a second and it will stop a motor. can this be done using this circuit? if yes please explain. if no please give some hints. thanks in advance
Swagatam says
you may try the following circuit:
https://homemade-circuits.com/2012/04/cheap-semi-automatic-tank-water-over.html
Connect a buzzer with a 1uF series capacitor and connect it across T1/T2 collector and positive.
Bibin Edmond says
Hi Swagatam,
I need a timer circuit for my pc fan… ! with 5 min interval,
ie: The fan should turn on automatically after 5min and should stay on for another 5min and again should turn off after that..
on time : 5min
off time : 5min
12v dc fan..
please help me to find a circuit with 555 or cd4060.
thanks
Regards,
Bibin edmond
Swagatam says
Hi Bibin,
Make the IC555 section given in this diagram, ignore rest of the stages on the left.
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Fw_H-NFkFZc/UUQsOXNMhOI/AAAAAAAADlQ/BvMO_t8b-bo/s1600/drl%20day%20time%20running%20light%20circuit.png
for 5 minutes you will have to dimension the capacitor to a bigger value.
Bibin Edmond says
Ok.. thanks swagatam, let me try… !
Anonymous says
one problem sir, hw long can does circuit last? possible for a month? if no, any other suggestion to do a timer circuit which cn last tat long? tq
Swagatam says
you may try the following circuit it would give you a months delay period…
https://homemade-circuits.com/2012/04/how-to-make-long-duration-timer-circuit.html
Anonymous says
Hi Swagatam, i wanted to try out the design above. but is it possible to hv 2 switches on the circuit? i wanted to make the circuit works by either push on both switches or either one of them. another ques is, hw am I going to select the correct resistor & capacitor to determine the time I want? for eg: 15 mins, 30 mins, 60 mins & 120 mins. Lastly, will the buzzer kept on beeping when the time is up until we switch it off? thx
Swagatam says
I did not understand your requirement,
You want two switches for the same actions?? you may just connect another switch parallel to the shown one.
Timing can be set by adjusting the values of R3 and C2
yes once the time lapses, the buzzer would keep buzzing until the power is switched off or the push button is reset
Anonymous says
sorry, not going to use 2 switches anymore. Hmm, is there any formula to find out the time interval? and does 555 produces accurate timing?
Swagatam says
You can use an online 555 calculator, just fill the given slots and get the required results.
for smaller time periods it gives reasonably accurate timings, but for longer duration it tends to drift away a lot….
Shiva Kumaren says
hai swagatam i want timer circuit without trigging it ,i want to give supply 12 v through another low voltage cutoff circuit relay ,so that if it receives 12 volt supply it should delay on in 15 seconds so that it can reduce unnecessary cutoff of sudden voltage fluctuations .
Swagatam says
HiSiva,
You may refer to the diagram given in the following article:
https://homemade-circuits.com/2012/12/thermostat-delay-relay-timer-circuit.html
Eliminate the D2, R6, C3 wiring, and use 12V DC supply in place of 24V AC.
Also make the relay a 12V type.
Anonymous says
Hello mate,
Could you tell me a rough aproximation of the maximum delay this circuit can offer? Which set up should i use to achive it
Thank You!
Swagatam says
Hi,
Technically you can get infinite range of delay from this circuit, but the circuit starts drifting and doesn't give accurate timing with ranges beyond 2 hour.
Anonymous says
Swagath Sir, Can you give circuit for switching LED Light using BD140 when power is off
Swagatam says
Please check the first circuit in the following link:
https://homemade-circuits.com/2011/12/how-to-make-efficient-led-emergency.html
Anonymous says
thanks, i have one more request, NPN transistors are easy to configure in a circuit, however PNP is difficult, can you help in understanding them better
Swagatam says
I have explained it here, please refer this article:
https://homemade-circuits.com/2012/01/how-to-understand-and-use-transistors.html
Anonymous says
Thank you sir, it was very useful
Swagatam says
you are welcome!
Anonymous says
Hi, I have a problem in using PNP transistor, using a 555 IC powered by 12v i connected 2.7k resistor at pin 3 and connected the other end to Base of PNP (557( and connected 12v to emitter and connected the collector to a relay and grounded the other end of the relay and also connected a diode on the two pins of relay. though the IC 555 is working properly and pin 3 goes to ) after the set time the PNP transistor is not working. i also tried BD140. can you help
Swagatam says
connect an LED in series with the BC557 base resistor (pin#3), it will give you an clear indication of all the functioning. If the LED responds, but the transistor does not respond would mean either the transistor is faulty, wrongly connected.
Anonymous says
Yes, i had connected an LED to the ground through a 2.7k resistor to indicate output of pin 3, it is working fine. BC557 pin out, flat side facing our face, pin1-E emitter, pin2-B Base, pin3-C, Collector.
should i need to connect a resistor from +volt to Emitter as pullup resistor?.
Swagatam says
what is pin1? right side or left side pin?
facing the print toward us, and the pins downward, the right pin is the emitter, left is the collector and the center is the base.
no pull up resistor is required, 555 can supply as high as 200mA…
Anonymous says
OK Sir, i shall try and get back with the results
Bourgeoisie says
Hey Swagatam,
Just to be clear, is the 10k resistor connected to the 1000microFarad capcitor only or is it connected to the 1000microFarad and the line going to pin #2?Secondly,the 1000microFarad capacitor and which of the resistors form the external timing components?
Bourgeoisie says
Hey swagatam,
Thanks for checking it out, i'd implement it and get beck to you soonest.
Regards.
Bourgeosie says
Hey Swagatam,
The voltage at the positive and pin #3 in the circuit are the same, and no current flows through the buzzer, but when i connected the buzzer to pin #3 and ground, the buzzer came on but dint go off after the (R3C1) set time. How do i then go about it?
Regards.
Regards.
Bourgeoisie says
Hey Swagatam,
Very cool solution, i tried it out and it worked; but i have a few challenges & questions.
*The way i understand the solution to be is that, the capacitors charge up and become open circuits (D.C voltage) and the 220K resistors don't allow sufficient current to get to the IC.(Please clarify this)
->But if the relay latch goes from NC->NO->NC(power loss and resumption within a short period), the alarm dosen't go off, because the 220K resistor dosen't bleed the capacitor fast enough i guess. When i used 470ohms, the response was faster. So so i go with 470ohms and 1000V? or do you have a more efficient solution.
->Do the values of the capacitor and resistor form the time constant(RC)? and how do i set the alarm sound time?
Thanks.
Bourgeoisie says
Hey Swagatam,
Thanks for the circuit, but when i put it together it dint work. I connected the positive 12V D.C supply to the top left 0.1microFarad capacitor and a 240 ohm buzzer to the pin #3 output. Please help, i cant seem to figure out what i'm doing wrong.
Thanks.
Bourgeoisie says
Hey Swagatam,
Thanks a lot!, i'll try that and get back to you.
Bourgeoisie says
hey swagatam,
This is what i've been able to come up with so far, my only problem is getting it to sound for a specific amount of time before going off.
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/60538760/schematic.JPG
Bourgeoisie says
Hey swagatam,
Thank you so much.
Bourgeoisie says
Hey Swagatam,
I want to build a power outage & resumption alarm circuit with the IC 555 that would sound for a given period of time and then goes off on its own. Any suggestions?
Anonymous says
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