Variable Benchtop powersupply

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Variable Benchtop powersupply

Post by Rekarp » Sun Sep 14, 2008 9:02 pm

Well while I wait for my new batteries for my Duop V1 I decided to make a Variable Benchtop powersupply.

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SPECS:
1.2V to 15V Adjustable Range
1.5A max current output
120VAC input
Digital readout of voltage and current draw of attached devices
Full bridge rectifier and step down transformer
Cooling fan to keep the box from burning
Protection Diodes encase I stick the output on some high unknown voltage
Chrome knob
Authentic Oak wood casing

I will post a schematic and parts list on Monday. Oh and more info to
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Post by Turbo Tax 1.0 » Sun Sep 14, 2008 9:42 pm

cool project, I'm looking forward to a parts list, as soon as you post one I think I'll try putting one together
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Post by techknott » Sun Sep 14, 2008 11:28 pm

Excellent work. I love it.
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Post by Rekarp » Mon Sep 29, 2008 5:15 pm

Updated the website.

http://www.longhornengineer.com/DIY/Benchpsu

Have fun yall.
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Post by Mario » Mon Sep 29, 2008 8:55 pm

Again with the wood. :roll:

Just kidding, that's awesome! I made a similar thing with a computer PSU.

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Post by grossaffe » Mon Sep 29, 2008 10:09 pm

its great: I didn't look at who posted this, but one look at the picture and I knew it was the Longhorn Engineer. who needs plastic project enclosures, anyways?

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Post by Life of Brian » Tue Sep 30, 2008 11:40 am

Wow! I love it! It has a wonderful old-fashioned look. I think I'm going to do some price checking to see how much purchasing every part costs. I've been wanting a bench top power supply for a while, but the cost held me back. This looks exactly like something that would get on Make.
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