Fixed Voltage Power Supply

 

                   The fixed voltage power supply is useful in applications where an adjustable output is not required. This supply is simple, but very flexable as the voltage it outputs is dependant only on the regulator and transformer you choose. The maximum output current is 1.5A.

Schematic


Parts:

Part

Total Qty.

Description

C1

1

2200uF 35V Electrolytic Capacitor

C2, C4

2

0.1uF Ceramic Disc Capacitor

C3

1

10uF 35V Electrolytic Capacitor

D1, D2

2

1N4007 Silicon Diode

BR1

1

2A 30V Bridge Rectifier

U1

1

Regulator (See Notes)

T1

1

Transformer (See Notes)

S1

1

SPST 2 Amp Switch

F1

1

2A 250V Fuse and Holder

MISC

1

Heatsink For U1, Line Cord, Case, Wire

Notes:

  1. Since this project operates from 120 (or 220, or 240, etc.) volts AC, it MUST be built inside a case.
  2. U1 will reauire a heatsink.
  3. You will need to choose T1 and U1 to match the voltage you want. Use the table below as a reference.

Output Voltage

T1

U1

5V

6V, 1.5A

7805

6V

6V, 1.5A

7806

9V

12V, 1.5A

7809

12V

12V, 1.5A

7812

15V

24V, 1.5A

7815

18V

24V, 1.5A

7818

 

 

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