Summary of Contents for Kitronik WIND UP TORCH KIT
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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...
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.
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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 ...
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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...
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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 ...
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