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Kitronik WIND UP TORCH KIT Essential Information

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ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
BUILD INSTRUCTIONS
CHECKING YOUR PCB & FAULT-FINDING
MECHANICAL DETAILS
HOW THE KIT WORKS
LIGHT UP YOUR DAY WITH THIS
WINDUP TORCH KIT
Version 1.1

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  • Page 1 ESSENTIAL INFORMATION BUILD INSTRUCTIONS CHECKING YOUR PCB & FAULT-FINDING MECHANICAL DETAILS HOW THE KIT WORKS LIGHT UP YOUR DAY WITH THIS WINDUP TORCH KIT Version 1.1...
  • Page 2: Build Instructions

    Windup Torch Kit Essentials www.kitronik.co.uk/2164 Build Instructions Before you start, take a look at the Printed Circuit Board (PCB). The components go in the side with the writing on and the solder goes on the side with the tracks and silver pads.
  • Page 3 Windup Torch Kit Essentials www.kitronik.co.uk/2164 Checking Your Windup Torch PCB Check the following before you wind up the torch for the first time. Check diode 1 and 2 are positioned correctly, with the bands towards the version text  Check the Zener Diode (D2, marked 1N750) is positioned closest to the capacitor ...
  • Page 4 Windup Torch Kit Essentials www.kitronik.co.uk/2164 How the Windup Torch Works The circuit diagram for the Windup Torch is shown above. It is a very simple circuit. The motor (M1), acting as a generator, powers the circuit when turning the handle. The faster rotation of the generator the higher the voltage...
  • Page 5 Windup Torch Kit Essentials www.kitronik.co.uk/2164 Designing the Enclosure When you design the enclosure, you will need to consider: The following technical drawings of the built The size of the PCB. PCB and motor should help you to design  your enclosure and winding handle. All Where the generator will be mounted ...
  • Page 6: Online Information

    / omissions in the notes.  Kitronik Ltd - Any unauthorised copying / duplication of this booklet or part thereof for purposes except for use with Kitronik project kits is not allowed without Kitronik’s prior consent.