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  1. New2Electronics

    How is this Possible

    Hello. I have a DC power supply that takes 120vac into the transformer, steps it down to 8vac then puts that into the circuit using an LM 3 38 voltage reg. Other than a bridge rectifier, a few strange looking diodes and the usual cap and resistor there are no other components. How is it then...
  2. New2Electronics

    Drawing Amps

    Am I understating this right? If my PSU has an output of 7VDC at 2A but my motor only draws 1A than the supply will only supply 1A? In other words as far as amperage goes I only use what is required within the specs of the transformer and circuit?
  3. New2Electronics

    Can You Paint a Circuit Board?

    I want to paint my circuit boards (after they have been built) and add liquid tape to the bottom of the board where the parts are solder together. Is there a downside to this, possibly with heat or some other issues?
  4. New2Electronics

    Hook Up Wire for PSU

    Hello everyone!! I am building my first power supply, I'm looking for the BEST (longest lasting, most durable) hook up wire available. I've read about GXL, SXL, TXL and MTW. All my coponents are rated at 35V and or 105c so I'm assumng any of these will work? Does anyone have a favorite brand...
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