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555 Timer DC Motor Speed Controller
Welcome to the first video of the month! In today's video, I experiment with a random schematic I found online, and test how well it works. Using a 555 with variable PWM duty-cycle, we can control the speed of a DC motor.
Original schematic: www.electronicsforu.com/electronics-projects/dc-motor-speed-controller
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555 Timer PWM-Controlled Cooling Fan: PCB!
zhlédnutí 302Před 16 hodinami
Well, it now has a PCB! Link to the PCB for purchase: www.pcbway.com/project/shareproject/555_Timer_PWM_Controlled_Cooling_Fan_5cedef92.html Become a Patreon supporter to help the channel continue to grow: www.patreon.com/astroselectronicslab Follow me on Facebook: TheAstro30/ Support the channel by donating: paypal.me/TheAstro30 Backup channel: lbry.tv/@TheAstro30:a
Fun with the 555 Timer: Sound Operated Switch
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In this video, I explore using the 555 timer IC as a voice or sound operated switch. The results were megger... however, it work. Original circuit found on the internet: www.next.gr/circuits/Sound-Controlled-Toggle-Switch-l42869.html Become a Patreon supporter to help the channel continue to grow: www.patreon.com/astroselectronicslab Follow me on Facebook: TheAstro30/ Support the c...
FG-100 Portable DDS Signal Generator: REVIEW!
zhlédnutí 533Před 21 hodinou
This little gadget I purchased for $36 AU on eBay, but is it any good as a signal generator? Let's find out! Note: These things can be found all over the internet, such as Amazon, AliExpress, etc.. Become a Patreon supporter to help the channel continue to grow: www.patreon.com/astroselectronicslab Follow me on Facebook: TheAstro30/ Support the channel by donating: paypal.me/TheAst...
NAD 7225PE Stereo Receiver: Blown Output Stage & Distorted on Right Channel
zhlédnutí 486Před 14 dny
I'll let the cat out of the bag right now, it's still not working correctly. Become a Patreon supporter to help the channel continue to grow: www.patreon.com/astroselectronicslab Follow me on Facebook: TheAstro30/ Support the channel by donating: paypal.me/TheAstro30 Backup channel: lbry.tv/@TheAstro30:a
Oscillating Desk-Fan Service
zhlédnutí 118Před 21 dnem
You may be asking yourself, why bother to service a cheap $20 Woolworths brand fan? Because it's fun, and I'm a cheapskate. I've been meaning to look at this for a few months. It's starting to seize up, and takes a long time for it to spin up to full speed on the low setting. The reason why isn't so obvious. Become a Patreon supporter to help the channel continue to grow: www.patreon.com/astros...
Aaron Sub-240 Powered Subwoofer: Distorted Output
zhlédnutí 363Před 21 dnem
Can I fix this one? Maybe. Let's find out. Become a Patreon supporter to help the channel continue to grow: www.patreon.com/astroselectronicslab Follow me on Facebook: TheAstro30/ Support the channel by donating: paypal.me/TheAstro30 Backup channel: lbry.tv/@TheAstro30:a
555 Timer PWM-Controlled Cooling Fan
zhlédnutí 676Před 21 dnem
In this video, I demonstrate controlling a cooling fan (for an amplifier or PSU) using PWM (Pulse-Width Modulation) from a 555 timer. This "servo" is still temperature sensitive using an NTC (negative temperature coefficient thermistor), which can be adjusted to come on when necessary, rather than running at full speed all the time. The 555 is not the best solution for PWM, but it does work. Wh...
AEL480 Stereo Amplifier Build: Pt. 7 - Input Selector & Finalizations
zhlédnutí 265Před 21 dnem
In this video, I finish the build by providing an input selector and drilling the rear panel. This has been a 3 month journey, and I thank everyone for following along with me with this build. Enjoy! Become a Patreon supporter to help the channel continue to grow: www.patreon.com/astroselectronicslab Follow me on Facebook: TheAstro30/ Support the channel by donating: paypal.me/TheA...
Simple Temperature-Controlled Fan (Fan Servo) Circuit
zhlédnutí 280Před měsícem
If you need a cooling fan in a project, such as an amplifier or power supply, but don't want the fan to be running at full-speed all the time; this circuit will fit the bill. The fan won't start running until a certain base-temperature is reached, and will only run at full speed if the heat continues to rise. Once cool enough, the fan will eventually stop running again. The trimpot included is ...
Denon AVR-1312 Receiver: Unknown Condition Testing
zhlédnutí 320Před měsícem
In this video, I test a Denon receiver I purchased on the weekend in an unknown condition. I have actually ordered a remote for this one, so I can test it further. WARNING: I stick my hand in this unit when it's powered up at full line voltage. Do NOT do the same, unless you know what you're doing. They say "dangerous voltages inside; do not open" on units for a reason. Become a Patreon support...
Miller & Kreisel VX-7B Subwoofer Service
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This old M&K VX-7 subwoofer from 1993 has a simple problem, which was easy to fix. I also found a schematic for it after the fact, and it uses a Sanyo STK4040V mono power amplifier IC module. This puts its average power output at around 50-60W. Become a Patreon supporter to help the channel continue to grow: www.patreon.com/astroselectronicslab Follow me on Facebook: TheAstro30/ Su...
Electronics Fundamentals: How to Test Bipolar-Junction Transistors
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In this video, I show how easy it is to test BJT, or bipolar-junction transistors with a multimeter. Enjoy! Become a Patreon supporter to help the channel continue to grow: www.patreon.com/astroselectronicslab Follow me on Facebook: TheAstro30/ Support the channel by donating: paypal.me/TheAstro30 Backup channel: lbry.tv/@TheAstro30:a
Technics SU-V85A Stereo Receiver "Doesn't Turn On" - Pt. 1
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Technics SU-V85A Stereo Receiver "Doesn't Turn On" - Pt. 1
How to Make A Headphone Extension Lead
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How to Make A Headphone Extension Lead
AEL480 Stereo Amplifier Build: Pt. 6 - Front Panel
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AEL480 Stereo Amplifier Build: Pt. 6 - Front Panel
AEL480 Stereo Amplifier Build: Pt. 5 - Preamplifier
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AEL480 Stereo Amplifier Build: Pt. 5 - Preamplifier
Technics SA-R177 Stereo Receiver: No Sound
zhlédnutí 245Před 2 měsíci
Technics SA-R177 Stereo Receiver: No Sound
Sonance Sonamp 260 Stereo Power Amplifier Service
zhlédnutí 157Před 2 měsíci
Sonance Sonamp 260 Stereo Power Amplifier Service
Triad Subwoofer Repair
zhlédnutí 87Před 2 měsíci
Triad Subwoofer Repair
AEL480 Stereo Amplifier Build: Pt. 4 - More Progress
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AEL480 Stereo Amplifier Build: Pt. 4 - More Progress
AEL480 Stereo Amplifier Build: Pt. 3 - Getting to a Working State
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AEL480 Stereo Amplifier Build: Pt. 3 - Getting to a Working State
AEL480 Stereo Amplifier Build: Pt. 2 - Fixing Issues & Enclosure
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AEL480 Stereo Amplifier Build: Pt. 2 - Fixing Issues & Enclosure
Cheap Kmart "Anko" Brand Gaming Mic TEARDOWN
zhlédnutí 98Před 3 měsíci
Cheap Kmart "Anko" Brand Gaming Mic TEARDOWN
+/-15V & +12V Regulator PCB (LM317/LM337)
zhlédnutí 177Před 3 měsíci
/-15V & 12V Regulator PCB (LM317/LM337)
Fun with the 555 Timer: Wailing "Police" Siren
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Fun with the 555 Timer: Wailing "Police" Siren
AEL480 Stereo Amplifier Build: Pt. 1 - Planning & Problem
zhlédnutí 202Před 3 měsíci
AEL480 Stereo Amplifier Build: Pt. 1 - Planning & Problem
Fun with the 555 Timer: Police/Ambulance Siren
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Fun with the 555 Timer: Police/Ambulance Siren
Regulated +/-15V Power Supply (LM317T/LM337T)
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Regulated /-15V Power Supply (LM317T/LM337T)
Series-Pass Regulator PCB: Problem FIXED!
zhlédnutí 127Před 3 měsíci
Series-Pass Regulator PCB: Problem FIXED!

Komentáře

  • @JacintoTactac
    @JacintoTactac Před 6 hodinami

    Sir idol saan po ba ang shop ninyo ?

  • @randomrant3886
    @randomrant3886 Před 8 hodinami

    Apparently the annoying guy is a flat earther. Part of a larger debate "czcams.com/video/pXZDNuknWhM/video.html"

  • @khayamsatti7635
    @khayamsatti7635 Před 2 dny

    Don't make the bullshit videos you can sue your solar companies that was based in your own country why they giving outsource to foreign country

  • @Ro23113
    @Ro23113 Před 2 dny

    You are about to enter the courtroom of Judge Judith Seidelin this is Judge Judy

  • @bobisyouruncle1
    @bobisyouruncle1 Před 5 dny

    Nice project again.

  • @gremlin9619
    @gremlin9619 Před 6 dny

    Wicked circuit, just discovered your channel. Super interesting hearig you justify differenet transister choices and outpout topologies. I believe you were correct about the diode in the original circuit, it is to bypass the resistor in the charging phase and force current through the second half of the pot during discharge. Thanks

  • @lordrahulcool
    @lordrahulcool Před 7 dny

    Can this be used for guitar amp??

  • @danielshardlow9392
    @danielshardlow9392 Před 7 dny

    Grabbed one off Aliexpress last year, very handy tool.

  • @MSP_TechLab
    @MSP_TechLab Před 7 dny

    So in a nutshell it's another version of famous avr dds r2r generator.

  • @SymbolTech21
    @SymbolTech21 Před 7 dny

    The exposed copper with the time can get corroded

    • @AstrosElectronicsLab
      @AstrosElectronicsLab Před 7 dny

      Correct. This is why I ended up with a $1 discount on the damaged PCB.

    • @SymbolTech21
      @SymbolTech21 Před 7 dny

      @@AstrosElectronicsLab I always used jlcpcb and never had any issues with them

    • @AstrosElectronicsLab
      @AstrosElectronicsLab Před 7 dny

      @@SymbolTech21 I've never had issues with PCBWay, either.

  • @Steve-nf7gp
    @Steve-nf7gp Před 9 dny

    I would started with the 3 visually burnt trasistors and leaky cap before buying a fancy oscilloscope

    • @AstrosElectronicsLab
      @AstrosElectronicsLab Před 9 dny

      @@Steve-nf7gp the scope was purchased way before this

    • @Steve-nf7gp
      @Steve-nf7gp Před 8 dny

      @@AstrosElectronicsLab i apologize for my rudeness. I just don't t understand how those archaic puppies work is all. Always wanted one as a kid. When i went to middle school in the early '90's those things were in the schools secret storage room of outdated equipment that no longer stood as pertinent science tools according to the schools budget. Wish i knew the principals of their usage though before i opened my big mouth.

    • @AstrosElectronicsLab
      @AstrosElectronicsLab Před 8 dny

      @@Steve-nf7gp no offense taken :). I don't remember seeing any leaking caps, either... maybe a load of that brown circuit glue, however. The fact it works now, is the good thing ;)

  • @uni-byte
    @uni-byte Před 9 dny

    You got lucky. Bought one about a year ago and it was a wreck both mechanically and electronically. I had to make quite a few corrections including replacing the output op-amps. If your interested I did 2 videos on it #0060 and #0071 over on my channel. It's nice to see some people get good ones!

  • @englishrupe01
    @englishrupe01 Před 9 dny

    Seems a pretty useful tool. Thanks for the show.

  • @SymbolTech21
    @SymbolTech21 Před 9 dny

    The up on the left corner I believe adjusting the contrast of the display. And the one on the middle have to do with calibration of the function generator.

  • @secondwindmusicproductions

    I am currently working on that model receiver and have found similar problems with the bad solder joints. Others with this problem have noted that this was one of the first models that Sony made with lead free solder that that combined with the high heat around the preamp modules and other hot components causes the problem. I also suspected a high resistance in the output relays so I did one of my redneck repairs I have done on other amps. I drill a small hole in the top cover of the relay and shoot it full of DeOxIT contact cleaner. It has worked for several months for me in the past.

  • @memeboi_thememe
    @memeboi_thememe Před 13 dny

    how is this age restricted

  • @nigelscott3115
    @nigelscott3115 Před 14 dny

    One of the greatest pop bass lines.

  • @jeffgrigg1480
    @jeffgrigg1480 Před 15 dny

    I had a similar problem and it happened to be a NAD. Look around for why the opposite voltage isnt getting through to (balance) it. I chased my tail for ages with -27V on the output chasing -ve voltages. Someone on one of the forums suggested I should be looking for missing +ve voltages. I think mine was a shit join on one of the drivers trans . You probabaly already have but, check the work you have done for solder bridges or lifted tracks. The fault wasnt there before so it's something youve introduced. Good luck.

    • @AstrosElectronicsLab
      @AstrosElectronicsLab Před 14 dny

      The fault was there before, and nothing I've introduced. It had a shorted MJ2955 transistor collector to emitter. And currently, it keeps blowing the new transistors. I think the driver transistors (which are 33 years old) may have become electrically leaky between junctions. I'm at the stage now of calling it non-repairable as it's not economically viable.

    • @jeffgrigg1480
      @jeffgrigg1480 Před 14 dny

      C"mon. I'd hate to see you give up! But you do have to know when to fold em. Throw it on the shelf. Something might come to you when you least expect it as most anwersin life so often do. I'm actually chassing down a similar fault now on one channel of an ancient Jans J600S PA my brother dropped off. What makes it even better is I cant get a schematic for love nor money. This thing is Australian Made from the early 70s so look like I'll be trying to trace out and draw myself, which I'm pretty sh1t at. Just keep on swimming.

  • @mariobevia53
    @mariobevia53 Před 15 dny

    czcams.com/video/0MZBOn49GUY/video.html Problem with a drop of soldering in contact with a LED in the same amplifier.

  • @sanolivo6867
    @sanolivo6867 Před 16 dny

    NAD is crap, don't fix just throw in trash.

    • @bobisyouruncle1
      @bobisyouruncle1 Před 16 dny

      That's not the purpose of this excercise. The customer wants it repaired.

    • @AstrosElectronicsLab
      @AstrosElectronicsLab Před 15 dny

      @sanolivo6867 That's your opinion, however the point of this is to see if it can be repaired (there will be a follow-up video soon) before I condemn it as "parts only".

    • @AstrosElectronicsLab
      @AstrosElectronicsLab Před 15 dny

      @bobisyouruncle1 One thing I forgot to film or mention was this originally came from the Mornington "Tip-Shop" (resource rescue) for $120!! They sold this thing to someone for $120 in an non-working state! This is not uncommon for this resource center, which is why I rarely go there lol. Also, the purpose is not really they want it repaired, only "if" it can be repaired. I won't be making much off of this. However, having said this, I don't know if it was originally working and the person that bought it didn't just blow it up by shorting the output...

  • @bobisyouruncle1
    @bobisyouruncle1 Před 16 dny

    These flatearthers have been smoking serious stuff. Real intelligence 😂

  • @bobisyouruncle1
    @bobisyouruncle1 Před 16 dny

    I would check the electrolytics. The amplifier is 30years old. That overvoltage may be the cause of the outputs to have gone faulty initially.

    • @AstrosElectronicsLab
      @AstrosElectronicsLab Před 15 dny

      Checked the electros, replaced a few and still same issue. However, I have now found an issue that may possibly be causing the -14V across each pin of the Vbe multiplier transistor. A new video will be coming soon about it, and what I found, I'm also not happy as to what I've found...

  • @niftybass
    @niftybass Před 17 dny

    one of the filter electrolytics looks like its about to pop

    • @AstrosElectronicsLab
      @AstrosElectronicsLab Před 16 dny

      I checked that, that's just the plastic disc that's expanded over time. You push on it and it goes down flat to the aluminum top of the actual capacitor. Good eye, though ;)

  • @HowardJohnstone
    @HowardJohnstone Před 17 dny

    The isolated PSU (USB power) makes this Osc. useful. But Bode plots (Frequency measurements) are important in the audio world. Is it possible to get the internal Gen and FFT function (lots of hidden modes) to work for this in this scope?

  • @user-mg3ju8tl3q
    @user-mg3ju8tl3q Před 18 dny

    Great video. I've question: will this voltage reference work for esp32c3 and hx711? To prevent excitation voltage from interfering with load cell readings?

    • @AstrosElectronicsLab
      @AstrosElectronicsLab Před 17 dny

      @user-mg3ju8tl3q this is just a reference diode, and provides 2.5V stable voltage to whatever its connected to. I don't know, you'd have to experiment.

  • @oficinadomarcheto
    @oficinadomarcheto Před 19 dny

    Ok i see two transistor pushpull But how many transistor have in circuit? Op amp as drivers? Diodes are vbe multplier and phase spliters? Dont havent bias generator transistor in heatsink

  • @bobisyouruncle1
    @bobisyouruncle1 Před 21 dnem

    Nice intuitive circuit.

  • @monster0_0
    @monster0_0 Před 21 dnem

    The Earth is flat 🌎‍⃠

  • @TechExploresNYC
    @TechExploresNYC Před 23 dny

    I had an old window fan that seized like that and all I did was to squeeze some bicycle chain lube at the stem where it meets the casing, then let it seeps, turn the stem a few times and that's all it takes.

  • @AndersenTrades
    @AndersenTrades Před 23 dny

    You got wrecked dude keep coping

  • @ericmc6482
    @ericmc6482 Před 25 dny

    Dextron II ATF contains dissolved bronze and is preferred lubricant for sintered bronze bearings. I have used it in small motors (and these fan motors) bearings for decades, never a problem. Do not ever use Singer sewing machine oil, guaranteed to emulsify and gum up sintered bearings. Cheers.

  • @sanguchito7381
    @sanguchito7381 Před 25 dny

    Quality of jaws aside, these things require way more practice (and patience) than you'd think. It does get better after you crimped a 100, promise. :D

  • @allangraff795
    @allangraff795 Před 25 dny

    Congratulations! It's been an excellent series to watch and you've done a great job not only building, but teaching along the way. I hope it gives you years of pleasurable listening. Cheers!😎

  • @user-eg5ir5pq6e
    @user-eg5ir5pq6e Před 25 dny

    Good

  • @t1d100
    @t1d100 Před 26 dny

    Thanks for sharing and making the video. Am I seeing inductive spikes on the scope trace? If so, would placing a reversed biased bypass diode (I hope I worded that correctly) across the fan motor help? You mentioned the noise. As you know, a good bit of that could be from the breadboard construction. I also saw in the comments that you are going to have PCBs manufactured. That will answer the question as to if the breadboard is the noise culprit. Please do a followup video with the PCB build and testing. It will be interesting. Cheers.

  • @bobisyouruncle1
    @bobisyouruncle1 Před 26 dny

    Awesome design.

  • @bobisyouruncle1
    @bobisyouruncle1 Před 26 dny

    Nice project.

  • @SymbolTech21
    @SymbolTech21 Před 26 dny

    You should get those small switching signals relays. Definitely will help you to have a smaller PCB

    • @AstrosElectronicsLab
      @AstrosElectronicsLab Před 26 dny

      I agree. However, I work with what is commonly available, unlike the Japanese and Chinese lol

  • @jesutofunmikupoluyi
    @jesutofunmikupoluyi Před 29 dny

    This is nice! Thanks for the video.

  • @bobisyouruncle1
    @bobisyouruncle1 Před měsícem

    Very nice, practical project.

  • @reason18
    @reason18 Před měsícem

    80s guitar was different... they don't play'em like that anymore.

  • @madrivereric
    @madrivereric Před měsícem

    Unfortunately, the power dissipation isn't evenly shared between the parallel connected 2.2 and 22 ohm resistors. Because the resistors are in parallel, they will have the same voltage and so the 2.2 ohm resistor will dissipate 10x the power since P=V^2 / R. When the 2.2 ohm resistor is dissipating its rated 10W, the 22ohm will dissipate 1W, so the effective load rating will be 44W not 80W...

  • @bobisyouruncle1
    @bobisyouruncle1 Před měsícem

    Nice amplifier. I have the AVR-1306, 70wrms@8ohm x 5, since 2007. Still running beautifully and great sounding. These early 2000 amplifiers still have proper psu's. Good purchase.

    • @AstrosElectronicsLab
      @AstrosElectronicsLab Před měsícem

      It is pretty ok, the sound is a little harsh, but I as I said in the video, it's most likely a stupid EQ setting. I've ordered a remote for it for like $25, which is pretty good! So, I'll need to find a HDMI capable monitor to go through the settings, etc.

  • @vespass225
    @vespass225 Před měsícem

    I possibly misunderstood you, but I got the impression you said that cross-over distortion was due to "the way transistors work". As far as I understand, crossover distorsion is not present at all when you run a single transistor ( or a tube ) in pure class A, which is the main beauty of it. The cross-over distorsion arises when you run a pair of transistors in push-pull configuration, and bias for class AB operation, i.e. positive half of wave taken care of by one of transistors, negative by the other, and merge the two halves together. The mismatch between the two non-identical ( or non-symmetrical ) halves , or the timing mismatch, gives crossover distortion.

    • @AstrosElectronicsLab
      @AstrosElectronicsLab Před měsícem

      No, I meant on a Class-AB amplifier on a bipolar supply. Class-B can have severe crossover distortion if it's not designed/biased right. Class-A has none on both bipolar and single ended.

  • @samvarcoe
    @samvarcoe Před měsícem

    This is not the "correct" way to do this. The ground line is usually connected to the potentiometer as well to create a voltage divider circuit. This might work perfectly well, I dont know enough to say that it is bad necessarily, but from my understanding, it is not the typical way to do it.

  • @marko5472
    @marko5472 Před měsícem

    Great information, need to watch this several times.

  • @nettneo
    @nettneo Před měsícem

    This is an Amazing little sub. I have 2 of them. One stopped working just before covid and took it to a repair shop. This guy lost it or sold it. He asked for proof, so I showed him a photo I took of the serial number of the sub......sitting on the floor of HIS shop. A week later i gave him the original Box with the same serial number. He then gave me $450 for it.

    • @AstrosElectronicsLab
      @AstrosElectronicsLab Před měsícem

      LOL! Epic, dude! There are some shifty people out there, and the most likely issue originally with it was the Sanyo STK4040V IC (I'm assuming), and good luck to him to find a genuine one. And, yes. I've been using the sub now for 4 days, and with a little fiddling of the crossover and gain pots, I think I've got the perfect amount of bass to compliment my Accusound speakers.

    • @AstrosElectronicsLab
      @AstrosElectronicsLab Před měsícem

      Also, thanks for commenting and watching!

  • @dgjm7129
    @dgjm7129 Před měsícem

    I just got the mt21 as well... Hooked it up to an oscilloscope. And switching noise is really there. The way they implemented the filters is truly inadequate... I got it somewhat looking good by adding my own filters. But it sill looks quite horrible

  • @carrizzle9586
    @carrizzle9586 Před měsícem

    Why didn't you use the secondary voltage for the soft start circuit, instead of using the primary and creating a specific RC timed circuit that isn't really universal for different projects? Just curious. Switch the primary of the circuit, based off of the secondary voltage rising to a certain level.

  • @soapboxearth2
    @soapboxearth2 Před měsícem

    Would this be adequate for testing tube amps?

    • @AstrosElectronicsLab
      @AstrosElectronicsLab Před měsícem

      With the right probes, yes. As this is isolated from the mains earth, it should be fine. Just be aware of the high voltages, use an isolation transformer and common sense.

    • @soapboxearth2
      @soapboxearth2 Před měsícem

      @AstrosElectronicsLab thanks for the reply. I ordered one . I was wondering how high of a dc v can these handle

    • @AstrosElectronicsLab
      @AstrosElectronicsLab Před měsícem

      @@soapboxearth2 40v at x1, 400v overload protected in x1 according to manual