In this post I have explained how a shunt regulator IC works typically in SMPS circuits. We take the example of the popular TL431 device and try to understand its use in electronic circuits through a few of its application notes. Electrical Specifications Technically the device TL431 is called a programmable shunt regulator, in simple […]
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12V 5 Amp Fixed Voltage Regulator IC 78H12A Datasheet
The post explains the technical specifications, datasheet, and application notes of the IC 78H12A which is a voltage regulator IC capable of providing a fixed regulated 12V output at maximum 5 amp current. 5 Amp Regulator Specifications We are familiar with the popular 78XX ICs such as the 7812 IC which can produce 12V fixed voltage at […]
How to Make a PWM Controlled Fan Regulator Circuit
In this article we look into a simple 220V mains PWM controlled fan or light regulator circuit which does not require a microcontroller or costly triac drivers for the intended operations. Capacitive Phase Chopping All Ordinary types fan regulator and dimmers which rely on capacitive phase chopping technology have one drawback in common, these generate […]
Push Button Fan Regulator Circuit with Display
A very interesting push button operated fan regulator circuit with LED display is explained in the following article, which can be built and installed at home for the suggested purpose. The idea was requested by Mr. Sriram KP. The Design Normally all fan regulators whether it’s a mechanical or electronic employ a rotary kind of […]
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 […]
Simple Ceiling Fan Regulator Circuit
A simple electronic ceiling fan regulator circuit using a triac and a diac is a common type of circuit which is used to control the speed of a ceiling fan. This circuit basically works using phase control principle, in which the voltage supplied to the fan motor is varied by controlling the firing angle of […]