In this post I will try to explain the making of a simple 220 V, 120 V AC mains short circuit breaker using an SCR and a triac combination, (researched and designed by me). The circuit is an electronic version of the normal main circuit breaker MCB units that we use in our homes. Note: […]
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Transformerless AC Voltmeter Circuit Using Arduino
In this article I have explained how to make a transformerless AC voltmeter using Arduino. Making an analog voltmeter is not an easy task as to build one you must have good knowledge of physical quantities like torque, speed; which can be very difficult when it comes to their practical applications. By Ankit Negi But […]
Simple 220V AC Fan Regulator Circuit using Push Button
In this post we learn about this 220V AC electronic fan regulator circuit using a push button which changes speed step by step with each press. We press the button, then circuit cleans the signal, counts it properly, and then selects a relevant fixed speed level. Each button press moves the fan from OFF to […]
220V AC to 56V DC SMPS Circuit for 48V Battery Charging
In this article we will try to understand how to build a 220V AC to 48 V DC SMPS circuit for charging all types of 48V batteries, using the nice little IC IR2153. However, since 48V battery will require a 56V DC, so we will rather discuss a 220V to 56 V DC battery charger […]
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 […]
Password Controlled AC Mains ON/OFF Switch
In this post I will show how to construct a password based mains ON/OFF switch circuit, which can turn ON and OFF the AC mains supply, only when correct password is entered. This prevents the danger of electrocution of the technician who might be currently working with the high voltage lines and equipment. Password Protection […]