In this post we are going to make an LCD 220 V mains operated timer using Arduino whose countdown time can be witnessed via 16 x 2 LCD display. Introduction The proposed LCD timer circuit is general purpose timer with display and few buttons for setting the time. Once the time is set output goes […]
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Mains High Low Voltage Protection Circuit with Delay Monitor
In this post I have explained an upgraded version of my previous mains 220V/120V high-low voltage cut off protection circuit which now includes a delayed restoration of power for the load with 3 LED power status indicators. The idea was requested by one of the dedicated members of this website. Circuit Objectives and Requirements Main […]
Solid-State Inverter/Mains AC Changeover Circuits Using Triacs
In this post I have explained 2 simple concepts for making solid-state triac based Inverter/mains AC changeover circuit, the idea was requested by Music girl. Technical Specifications I would like to replace the SPDT relay with 2 scr’s. Would you consider a circuit to replace those changeover relays? I believe a relay would need to […]
High Power Industrial Mains Surge Suppressor Explored
In this post I have explained a high energy surge suppressor circuit using high capacity industrial MOVs for suppressing high current mains surges in industrial electrical lines. The Circuit Problem: I’ve been reading a lot of your design ideas and I am extremely impressed with your designs. I don’t have anywhere near your level of […]
Arduino Mains Failure Battery Backup Circuit
In this article I have explained a simple mains failure backup circuit for providing Arduino boards an uninterruptible supply during such situations. The idea was requested by Mr. Fredrik. Technical Specifications This blog gave me a lot of interesting information. Especially the power supply circuit with battery backup part. The reason for this is that […]
Mains 20 Watt Electronic Ballast Circuit
In this post I have explained a simple 20 watt fluorescent ballast circuit using a single chip FAN7711 from Fairchild semiconductor. The proposed mains 220V operated, 20 watt fluorescent ballast circuit is built around an LCC resonant tank and a half-bridge network. Implementing Zero Voltage Switching The main features and operations may be understood with […]