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XY-WA Transceiver Module : PinOut, Specifications, Interfacing & Its Applications

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In radio and optical communications, a transceiver is a combination of transmitter & receiver within a single package. The main function of this module is to transmit & receive radio signals for communication purposes with an antenna. So these two functions are combined frequently within a single device to decrease manufacturing costs. In LANs, the transceiver module is an element of the NIC (network interface card). It is also used in wireless communication devices like mobile phones, … [Read more...]

KY-040 Rotary Encoder : PinOut, Specifications, Interfacing Arduino & Its Applications

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An encoder is one type of detecting device that is used to change motion into an electrical signal and this signal can be read with a control device within a motion control system like PLC. This encoder transmits a feedback signal to determine speed, position, direction, and count. There are different types of encoders available like optical, magnetism, linear, quadrature, magnetical, incremental rotary, rotary, encoder absolute, and incremental. So this article discusses one of the types of … [Read more...]

LM340 Voltage Regulator : PinOut, Specifications, Block Diagram, Circuit & Its Applications

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A voltage regulator is an electronic device that is found in most electronic devices. The main function of this device is to maintain the fixed output voltage to make sure that the voltage stays within suitable limits. These devices are commonly used in different types of motor vehicles to ensure equivalent generator output voltage to the electrical load & also to ensure the battery charging requirements. These are also used within electronic apparatus where extreme variations in voltage … [Read more...]

LM317 Voltage Regulator : PinOut, Specifications, Circuit, Working, Datasheet & Its Applications

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There are different LM-series ICs which are made by National Semiconductor. In LM series ICs, the term ‘LM’ stands for linear monolithic, which means the analog components were incorporated into a single Si (silicon). The LM series ICs mainly include; Op-Amps, differential comparators, current mode amplifiers, audio amplifiers, instrumentation amplifiers, voltage regulators, voltage-to-frequency converters, current sources, temperature sensors, etc. This article provides brief information on one … [Read more...]

MC33171 OpAmp : PinOut, Specifications, Circuit, Working, Datasheet & Its Equivalents

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Quality bipolar fabrication is mainly used in the MC33172/MC33174/MC33171 series monolithic ICs with modern design concepts. This series of ICs function from split power supplies which are suitable for single supply operation due to the ground potential in common mode input voltage. These monolithic series ICs are specified over the automotive or industrial temperature ranges. The whole sequence of single, dual & quad operational amplifiers is available in surface-mount and plastic packages. … [Read more...]

UC3842 PWM Controller : PinOut, Specifications, Circuit, Working & Its Applications

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PWM controller is a fixed frequency control and very simple integrated circuit, used for controlling nearly any power topology like boost, flyback converter, buck, forward, push-pull, etc. There are many manufacturers which provide high-performing PWM controllers like general-purpose & application-specific. These controllers provide flexibility for covering a wide range of power-supply designs which are utilized within AC-to-DC and DC-to-DC power-conversion circuits for different equipment. … [Read more...]

LA3161 IC : PinOut, Specifications, Circuit, Working & Its Applications

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A preamplifier (preamp) is an electronic amplifier, used to change a weak electrical signal into a strong output signal which is sufficient to be noise-tolerant & for further processing (or) for transmitting to a power amplifier & a loudspeaker. So without using a preamp, the final signal would be distorted or noisy. These are normally used to amplify signals from analog sensors. Thus, the preamp is frequently located close to the analog sensor to decrease the noise & interference … [Read more...]

ICl7107 ADC Display Driver : PinOut, Specifications, Circuit, Working & Its Applications

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Analog to digital converter or ADC is used in different electronic devices like mobile phones, computers, etc to change the input signal from the physical world and changes into the binary format through ADC converters. There are different signals like sound & electricity which are available in different forms and shapes when they are in analog condition. So, analog to digital converter IC is used to modify & process them in nearly another way. ADCs are mainly used in various … [Read more...]

FOD3180 Optocoupler : PinOut, Specifications, Circuit, Working & Its Applications

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An optocoupler also called photocoupler or optoisolator, is an electronic device used to transmit an electrical signal between isolated circuits by separate grounds for providing an isolated galvanic wall between them. So, an optocoupler is appropriate for some circuits that need to be separated from each other for security or reliability reasons. Optocouplers are very helpful in removing noise from signals, avoiding distractions from voltage surges, and also separate low-voltage-based devices … [Read more...]

5V Dual Channel Relay Module : PinOut, Specifications, Interfacing, Working & Its Applications

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There are various electrical and electronic components are used in the industrial sector in different applications like resistors, capacitors, transistors, diodes, rectifiers, regulators, relays, amplifiers, transformers, etc. So, relays play a significant role in the electronics industry. Relays are electromagnets that perform like a switch by simply closing or opening their contacts for controlling the flow of current. Relay modules switch ON/OFF electrical devices as well as electronic … [Read more...]