Photodiode: how to use this electronic component with Arduino
A photodiode is an electronic component that produces a photocurrent when exposed to light. Photodiodes are used...
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Schottky diode: what is it and what is special about it
The Schottky diode is another of the most interesting electronic components for electronics projects. A very special type...
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1n4148: all about general purpose diode
There are many types of semiconductor diodes, with very diverse applications. From rectifier diodes, through Zener, to ...
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1n4007: everything you need to know about this diode
It is not the first diode that we analyze in this blog, the 1n4007 is a rectifier type diode, in this ...
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MAX30102: heart rate monitor and oximeter module for Arduino
During all this time, we have shown a large number of electronic components compatible with boards such as Arduino or compatible, as well as...
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BJT: everything you need to know about the bipolar transistor
In our electronic components section we have already talked a lot about different types of commercial transistors. Now it's time to delve into…
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Schmitt Trigger: everything you need to know about this component
Today we describe another new component that is added to our list, the Schmitt Trigger, unknown to many that now...
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Solid state relay: what it is and what advantages it offers
A solid state relay, or SSR (Solid State Relay), is a device that serves the same purpose as a…
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What do I need to work with a PCB?
In previous articles we have already commented on the PCB (Printed Circuit Board), however, here...
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Colored LEDs: how do you get the different colors?
Colored LEDs have been with us in recent years. Every time new shades of LEDs appear, already…
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ULN2003: driver for electric motors
In this post, we will examine the pinout, function, and connection schematics of the ULN2003, as well as an example of…
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Other CNC machines: drilling, Pick & Place, welding and more
In addition to CNC turning, milling, cutting, and other machines, there are also many other computer numerical control machines...
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Types of laser engraving
In addition to the CNC machines seen above, it is also important to stop at other types of machines. It is about the…
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Fritzing: the software for makers and electronics (and alternatives)
One of the best Arduino IDE plugins and projects that are based on this development board…
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Integrated circuits: what are they, differences with printed ones and more
Integrated circuits, chips, microchips, IC (Integrated Circuit) or CI (Integrated Circuit), or whatever you want to call them, are a type ...
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Logic gates: everything you need to know
Logic gates are the foundation of digital electronics. For this reason, they are very important, and if you want to start ...
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Photodetector: what it is, what it is for and how it works
A photodetector is a type of sensor that can be used for multiple applications in your DIY projects. Even if you are ...
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Switched source: what is it, differences with linear, and what is it for
A switched source is an electronic device capable of transforming electrical energy through a series of electrical components, such as ...
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Checking a transistor: explained step by step
Some time ago we published a tutorial on how you could check capacitors. Now it is the turn of another component ...
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PCB Design: How-To & Software Tools
Many projects can be done without a PCB layout, but not others. Even more so when I know ...
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