How to Build an AC to DC Adapter

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How to Make an AC DC Converter More
Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago by Arnaud Nelemans | permalink
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Alternating current (AC) is used for power line transmission and for high power devices like appliances and lights. The characteristics of AC make it ideal for transmission over long lines and for delivering large amounts of power for...
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For further reading: http://www.wikihow.com/Make-an-AC-DC-Converter ^[1]

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How to Make AC Powered Batteries for your DC Powered Devices More
Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago by Joe Fyffe | permalink
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I made this copier recently, based on a digital camera and a stand. I dig it. I also made a few modifications, one of which I show in this instructabl...

For further reading: http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-AC-Powered-Batteries-for-your-DC-Pow/ ^[2]

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Build a Simple DC Power Supply More
Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago by Jovan Ponsioen | permalink
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Or at least understand what's happening when you use one.

For further reading: http://www.popsci.com/diy/article/2009-12/build-simple-dc-power-supply ^[3]

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How to Build Your Own AC/DC Power Adapter | eHow More
Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago by Wes Marsh | permalink
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Making your own AC/DC power adapter is a good project for an intermediate-level electronics hobbyist. This will give you the fun of building a practical circuit you can have for general bench use or to power small electronic gadgets. The straightforward design uses the time-tested 7800 series voltage regulator, providing clean, steady voltage at up...

For further reading: http://www.ehow.com/how_6245547_build-own-ac_dc-power-adapter.html ^[4]

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Category: Fun | 9 years, 4 month(s) ago

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1. http://www.wikihow.com/Make-an-AC-DC-Converter

2. http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-AC-Powered-Batteries-for-your-DC-Pow/

3. http://www.popsci.com/diy/article/2009-12/build-simple-dc-power-supply

4. http://www.ehow.com/how_6245547_build-own-ac_dc-power-adapter.html