VARIABLE POWER SUPPLY 1.2-30V and 1.

5A
Another simple project that you are gonna need it if youre starting out in electronics.
This was my first workbench power supply and I still use it.It will suit your needs for
most of your bench testing and prototype applications. No more batteries and wires
stacked together. The output is adjustable from 1.2 volts to about 30 volts.
Maximum current is about 1.5 amps which is also sufficient for most of your projects. It
is easy to build and can be pretty cheap if you have some of the required parts.Be sure to
put a cooling rib on IC1, at its max 1.5 A current it quickly becomes very hot.Most of the
parts are obtainable at your local electronic parts shop.Whatever type transformer you get
or purchase, make sure it does not exceed 24VAC. The LM317s max input voltage is
36V. 24VAC x 1.44pp = 34.56Vdc so right at the maximum edge.
Better to obtain a transformer with a little less voltage and be safe. An 18VAC
transformer will still give you about 26VDC and more then anyone hobbyist ever
need.The amperage of the transformer should be 3A or so. That way it does not get
hot.You can use a small case to fit the circuit and the transformer inside, make sure it has
some ventilation holes. The LED will remain lit after switching off the power and slowly
bleeds off via electrolytic capacitor C1, this is normal. You should follow all the safety
precautions when working with mains voltage. Insulate all connections on the
transformer.

Parts List:

BR1: Bridge Rectifier 30 v 5 A

R1: 18k
R2: 220 R
C1: 2200 uF
C2: 0,1 uF

C3: 10 uf
LED: 1 led the color of your
choice
IC1: LM317 adjustable regulator
P1: 5K potentiometer
D1: 1n4001