Introduction

Many circuits require a voltage supply that is constant and unchanging. Such circuits would include radios, calculators, computers, monitors, phones, and even cars. Batteries are a good source of constant voltage, but since they are usually limited in size, weight, and power capacity, the mains electricity are often used. But this source of electricity is constantly changing as it is AC (alternating current), which is not suitable for DC (direct current) circuits. Therefore, an AC-DC converter is needed to convert the alternating current into a direct current! This kit will not only do this but it will also regulate this converted DC source so that it outputs a smooth constant 5V which can be used to power many projects.

Note - Max input voltage of +-16V!

Included in this kit

• 6 x 1N5817 Diode
• 2 x 100nF Capacitors
• 1 x 100uF Capacitor
• 1 x 470uF Capacitor
• 1 x7805 Regulator
• 1 x Black Wire
• 1 x Red Wire
• 2 x Green Wire
• AC-DC PCB

What makes this special?

MitchElectronics kits are designed with education in mind and as such use high quality double sided PCBs. The through-hole plating of each pad means that even the most novice of builders will not be able to tear traces or break pads (unlike many other professional kits which only use single sided boards to save costs). These kits are also RoHS compliant which make them safe to use and no kits use non-RoHS components such as LDRs (which contain Cadmium).