Circuit Basics - Electronics - Power Supplies and Regulators

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Linear Power Supplies - Linear PSU Design 2

How to Build a Linear Power Supply

Graham Lambert78 min read
Understand how linear power supplies work and how to build one with this step-by-step guide.
Voltage Regulators - Regulator 1-2

How to Make Voltage Regulator Circuits

Graham Lambert75 min read
Learn how voltage regulators work and how to build three different voltage regulator circuits.
What Is a Switch Mode Power Supply? - Sample Diagram

How to Build a Switch Mode Power Supply

Graham Lambert64 min read
Learn the benefits of switch mode power supplies, how they work, and how to build them. Complete with schematics and detailed instructions.
What are Power Inverters? - Block Diagram

How to Build a DC to AC Power Inverter

Graham Lambert43 min read
Learn how to build a power inverter that takes DC from a 12V battery and converts it to a 110V/220V AC current. Detailed instructions and schematics provided.
What is Wireless Power Transmission? - Block Diagram

How to Build a Wireless Power Transmitter

Graham Lambert24 min read
Learn how to build a wireless power transmitter that can charge a device without any charging cables!
Battery Chargers - TP4056

A Guide to Building Battery Chargers

Graham Lambert25 min read
Learn how to build battery chargers for sealed lead acid, NiCd, NiMH, and LiPo batteries.
What are DC-DC Converters? - Diagram 2

How DC-DC Converters Work

Harry Mafukidze28 min read
Learn how to increase and decrease DC voltages with this deep dive into boost converters and buck converters.
Protection Circuits - Completed PCB

Complete Guide to Electronic Protection Circuits

Graham Lambert15 min read
Take an in-depth look at the methods and circuits used to protect electronic devices. Includes instructions and schematics for implementing each design.
What are Solar Panels? - Solar Panel Diagram

How to Build a Solar Powered Battery Charger

Graham Lambert05 min read
Learn how to build a solar powered battery charger, how to pick the right size solar panel for your project, and how to use solar panels for large applications.