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==Tips/Techniques== | ==Tips/Techniques== | ||
| + | ===Stock 5V and 12V=== | ||
| + | These are the most common voltages. Always try to standardize on the most common barrel plug (which is I think 2.1 or 2.5mm, and 5mm or thereabouts). | ||
===Diodes Gone Wild=== | ===Diodes Gone Wild=== | ||
He has a number of videos that diagnose broken switching power supplies and is reasonably knowledgeable about them. | He has a number of videos that diagnose broken switching power supplies and is reasonably knowledgeable about them. | ||
Revision as of 01:51, 15 April 2024
Sneakers
Switchers
Swatches
These things are everywhere. Sometimes called (the unfortunate name of) wall warts.
Tips/Techniques
Stock 5V and 12V
These are the most common voltages. Always try to standardize on the most common barrel plug (which is I think 2.1 or 2.5mm, and 5mm or thereabouts).
Diodes Gone Wild
He has a number of videos that diagnose broken switching power supplies and is reasonably knowledgeable about them.
Example of 5V 8-pin DIP Regulator
https://www.eevblog.com/forum/repair/need-help-to-identify-a-blown-chip-in-skynet-for-z12c-switching-power-supply/msg5445107/ It's always easy to spot the capacitor and diode.
