http://www.instructables.com Wed, 22 May 2013 00:07:37 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Battery-powered-Usb-charger-iOS-devices-not-capib/
Battery powered Usb charger (iOS devices not capible) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5W/5QUU/HGU2P6F5/F5W5QUUHGU2P6F5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5W/5QUU/HGU2P6F5/F5W5QUUHGU2P6F5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5W/5QUU/HGU2P6F5/F5W5QUUHGU2P6F5.SMALL.jpg Jake Awesome this with charge a usb Except iOS devices by a 9v battery Parts required Materials required:      9v battery      9v clip      Female Usb port      5v regulator      diode      Switch clip to diode Solder the 9v clip positive wire to the diode diode to switch Solder the diode to the switch ...
By: Jake Awesome

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 May 2013 18:21:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Solar-Phone-Charger-5-Portable-100-Batter/
DIY Solar Phone Charger ($5, Portable, 100% Battery Free) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/3UOH/HGH70CUZ/FLD3UOHHGH70CUZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/3UOH/HGH70CUZ/FLD3UOHHGH70CUZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/3UOH/HGH70CUZ/FLD3UOHHGH70CUZ.SMALL.jpg ASCAS Here's a real quick and easy tutorial on making a "Portable Solar Phone Charger", it only took me 5 minutes to make one! It's powered by PURE solar energy. The device is designed to fit right into your pocket, it also comes with a built-in stand! Works with apple devices (tested on iPod Touch and Qu...
By: ASCAS

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 02:05:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Portable-USB-Charger/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/K0XU/HFPTIFVN/FKBK0XUHFPTIFVN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/K0XU/HFPTIFVN/FKBK0XUHFPTIFVN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/K0XU/HFPTIFVN/FKBK0XUHFPTIFVN.SMALL.jpg Matt Carl Tutorial to show how to make a quick, cheap and easy portable USB charger for around $10 without knowing how to build complex circuits! Used the following products: USB Car Charger (Dollar Store) 8 AA Battery Holder (Radioshack) 8 AA Batteries (Dollar Store) Project Enclosure (Radioshack)
By: Matt Carl

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 May 2013 08:22:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-make-a-cheap-ni-cdni-mh-usb-charger/
how to make a cheap ni-cd,ni-mh usb charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYM/SR5H/HFSH4XKG/FYMSR5HHFSH4XKG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYM/SR5H/HFSH4XKG/FYMSR5HHFSH4XKG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYM/SR5H/HFSH4XKG/FYMSR5HHFSH4XKG.SMALL.jpg crazy lazy man I know its not cheap to buy an ni-cd,ni-mh charger so why not make one materials you wil need batteries battery holder(mine was salvaged from an old toy) old usb connector usb charger optional: soldering iron solder cutting cut the end of the usb it will reveal wires cut it all except red and ...
By: crazy lazy man

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 21 Apr 2013 22:01:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/usb-charger-1/
Portable usb phone charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKC/19N1/HFBJW0HP/FKC19N1HFBJW0HP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKC/19N1/HFBJW0HP/FKC19N1HFBJW0HP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKC/19N1/HFBJW0HP/FKC19N1HFBJW0HP.SMALL.jpg tealk Hi all! Today i will show you how to make usb charger its really simple projects all you need is 7805 voltage regulator, 9v battery ,usb female  and optional is  diode and switch total prize with diodes ,switch,battery,wires,.... is 1.5 or 2 dollars ( depends where you buy, how much,... i bought it ...
By: tealk

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2013 06:39:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/portable-Solar-Charged-USB-charger/
portable Solar Charged USB charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWP/QTLX/HEI48E2X/FWPQTLXHEI48E2X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWP/QTLX/HEI48E2X/FWPQTLXHEI48E2X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWP/QTLX/HEI48E2X/FWPQTLXHEI48E2X.SMALL.jpg souichi 1- What did you make? The project is a Solar Charged USB charger, There is abundant sunlight emitted at this moment and we could use this light to charge several things such as batteries, cellphones and such more. I thought that this will be useful especially when we go into a long trip or such we ...
By: souichi

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:41:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Solar-USB-Charger/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6W/VNKF/H58NIMKN/F6WVNKFH58NIMKN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6W/VNKF/H58NIMKN/F6WVNKFH58NIMKN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6W/VNKF/H58NIMKN/F6WVNKFH58NIMKN.SMALL.jpg JoshuaZimmerman My name is Joshua Zimmerman.  (DOB: 10/21/1982... October 21st, 1982) My proposal for the Jack Daniels Independence Project contest is a low cost DIY Solar USB Charger for use in home, education, and humanitarian purposes.  ***So the Jack Daniels contest rejected this video guide for some reason.  ...
By: JoshuaZimmerman

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 3 Sep 2012 21:57:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Lithium-Battery-Solar-USB-iPhone-Arduino-Charger/
Lithium Battery Solar USB/ iPhone/ Arduino Charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6W/VNKF/H58NIMKN/F6WVNKFH58NIMKN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6W/VNKF/H58NIMKN/F6WVNKFH58NIMKN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6W/VNKF/H58NIMKN/F6WVNKFH58NIMKN.SMALL.jpg JoshuaZimmerman One of the most fun and useful projects on instructables is to create your very own solar USB/ iPhone charger.  They're not overly difficult to make, nor are the parts overly expensive or hard to find.  For the most part they do a rather good job of charging up small gadgets.  Mostly. The big flaw ...
By: JoshuaZimmerman

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Jul 2012 20:17:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-powered-USB-charger/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDP/7YOO/H4AGJBM5/FDP7YOOH4AGJBM5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDP/7YOO/H4AGJBM5/FDP7YOOH4AGJBM5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDP/7YOO/H4AGJBM5/FDP7YOOH4AGJBM5.SMALL.jpg TurboSnail This is basically a continuation of an already excellent project by haikuordie (original version here) to whom credit goes for the original idea. My version adds a different panel style, a series/parallel switch for the Solar panels and a different casing style. Please comment with questions and imp...
By: TurboSnail

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 13 Jul 2012 03:59:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Universal-USB-Power-Supply-Kit/
Universal USB Power Supply Kit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSI/0V89/H1ZG78JM/FSI0V89H1ZG78JM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSI/0V89/H1ZG78JM/FSI0V89H1ZG78JM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSI/0V89/H1ZG78JM/FSI0V89H1ZG78JM.SMALL.jpg mpilchfamily As a hacker and a maker i have many old rechargeable batteries, AC Adapters (wall warts) and other sources of DC power lying around the shop. It occurred to me that most hackers and makers like myself have a hard time throwing out wall warts and good rechargeable batteries.  Since the world is full ...
By: mpilchfamily

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 12 Jul 2012 15:51:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-Lipo-Battery-USB-ChargerAdapter-for-P/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQD/9DAU/H3QFLOSG/FQD9DAUH3QFLOSG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQD/9DAU/H3QFLOSG/FQD9DAUH3QFLOSG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQD/9DAU/H3QFLOSG/FQD9DAUH3QFLOSG.SMALL.jpg merryman In this instructable video, I show you how to make a device that uses a LiPo (Lithium Polymer) battery to output USB power.  You can use this device for charging/running any USB devices, e.g. cell phones, MP3 players, iPhones, iPods, fans, lights, etc.  This assumes you have the USB cable for your d...
By: merryman

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Jun 2012 21:27:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Solar-USB-Charger/
The Solar USB Charger! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBK/FYTN/H1YOHDO5/FBKFYTNH1YOHDO5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBK/FYTN/H1YOHDO5/FBKFYTNH1YOHDO5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBK/FYTN/H1YOHDO5/FBKFYTNH1YOHDO5.SMALL.jpg DoctorDv Have you ever been camping or driving and your phone runs out of battery?  These moments are very frustrating, and they led me to make my own solar phone charger.  Most retail solar chargers cost $40-$50, but by following this instructable, you can make your own for around $20!  Another great thing ...
By: DoctorDv

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 May 2012 13:01:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Altoids-USB-BatterySolar-charger-for-iPhone-and-i/
Altoids USB Battery/Solar charger for iPhone and iPod - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8T/MQYR/H0QH0IGB/F8TMQYRH0QH0IGB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8T/MQYR/H0QH0IGB/F8TMQYRH0QH0IGB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8T/MQYR/H0QH0IGB/F8TMQYRH0QH0IGB.SMALL.jpg haikuordie I know there are plenty of USB chargers out there for you to build.  But here's one that doesn't use a voltage regulator or an IC chip to power it.  The basic concept is to use 4 - AAA rechargeable batteries (1.2V a piece) to power the USB and a couple of solar cells to charge the batteries.  If you...
By: haikuordie

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 7 Apr 2012 18:50:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Charger-from-Makita-batteries/
USB Charger from Makita batteries - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1H/FA9Z/HCV923UI/F1HFA9ZHCV923UI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1H/FA9Z/HCV923UI/F1HFA9ZHCV923UI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1H/FA9Z/HCV923UI/F1HFA9ZHCV923UI.SMALL.jpg cbdave Having the power go out a few times this year for over a day or more at a time left me without a way to charge portable electronics, iphone etc. Besides running out to the truck (to use the 12v port) in the middle of a storm I wanted to see if I could use the batteries from my power tools to charge ...
By: cbdave

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 7 Apr 2012 04:10:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Add-a-USB-port-to-your-clock-Radio/
Add a USB port to your clock Radio - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/O95U/GZHK83KW/FC2O95UGZHK83KW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/O95U/GZHK83KW/FC2O95UGZHK83KW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/O95U/GZHK83KW/FC2O95UGZHK83KW.SMALL.jpg Nerdz Well I got this idea pretty much out of nothing. I sometimes use my phone while on my bed, and the Cord is a tad too short, or rather the plug is too far away. You could argue "Get a longer cord" But wheres the fun in that! So I looked over at my clock and thought "its missing something" A USB port...
By: Nerdz

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Mar 2012 20:29:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Multi-Charge-and-Sync-Station/
Multi Charge and Sync Station - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/0MEW/GWKKNO66/FY20MEWGWKKNO66.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/0MEW/GWKKNO66/FY20MEWGWKKNO66.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/0MEW/GWKKNO66/FY20MEWGWKKNO66.SMALL.jpg ecutech Is this a common picture(right) of your power strip where you usually charge your gadgets?  Here are the instructions to make a multi charge and sync station(left) with commonly available devices and components. Should require less than 2 hours to complete with some basic tools like pliers, screwdri...
By: ecutech

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 3 Jan 2012 20:38:42 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-and-simple-USB-car-fast-charger-mod/
Cheap and simple USB car fast-charger mod - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ4/6I1T/GWV07GS5/FZ46I1TGWV07GS5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ4/6I1T/GWV07GS5/FZ46I1TGWV07GS5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ4/6I1T/GWV07GS5/FZ46I1TGWV07GS5.SMALL.jpg RedBinary A few years ago I had to make a fairly long road trip. Around 8 hours each way. I typically use my phone to provide music through the aux jack on my stereo, and when I travel to parts unknown I also use my phone for GPS navigation assistance. On this particular journey I had also planned to play wit...
By: RedBinary

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Jan 2012 07:33:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Retro-Rechargeable-USB-Booster/
Retro Rechargeable USB Booster - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYH/DPXS/GV0KKVZT/FYHDPXSGV0KKVZT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYH/DPXS/GV0KKVZT/FYHDPXSGV0KKVZT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYH/DPXS/GV0KKVZT/FYHDPXSGV0KKVZT.SMALL.jpg ben_k Portable iPod and phone chargers are by no means anything new.  However, there are two main aspects of portable chargers that I think could be improved without sacrificing any of their functionality.  These are: Aesthetics.  There is nothing wrong with an Altoids  tin, but there is also a lot o...
By: ben_k

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Nov 2011 11:20:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Battery-Powered-USB-Charger/
Build a Battery Powered USB Charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/CT4R/GUKAR4JW/FW5CT4RGUKAR4JW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/CT4R/GUKAR4JW/FW5CT4RGUKAR4JW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/CT4R/GUKAR4JW/FW5CT4RGUKAR4JW.SMALL.jpg Group2 This guide will walk you through building a battery powered charger for any device that charges via a standard USB connection, for example cell phones, iPods, etc. Parts Needed: 1. 9V Battery 2. +5V (.7285) Fixed Voltage Regulator 3. Project Case (4x2x1") 4. USB Male A to Female A Cable 5. 22-Gaug...
By: Group2

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 Nov 2011 18:02:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Portable-9v-USB-Charger/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNN/U55Z/GUBPGBAV/FNNU55ZGUBPGBAV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNN/U55Z/GUBPGBAV/FNNU55ZGUBPGBAV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNN/U55Z/GUBPGBAV/FNNU55ZGUBPGBAV.SMALL.jpg astrickland1 how to build a portable charger. Does not work with iPod touch or iPhone materials -1x 150ohm resistor (optional) -1x toggle switch (optional) -1x LED (optional) -1x7805 voltage regulator (required) -1x 9v battery clips (required) -1x female usb connector (required) solder (required) soldering iron ...
By: astrickland1

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 29 Oct 2011 17:57:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hack-a-Bench-Power-Supply-and-Multi-Charger-from-a/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0P/BDMK/GU7FA58L/F0PBDMKGU7FA58L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0P/BDMK/GU7FA58L/F0PBDMKGU7FA58L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0P/BDMK/GU7FA58L/F0PBDMKGU7FA58L.SMALL.jpg zapskate for one thing i wanted a BENCH POWER SUPPLY but didn't want to pay $40 dollars at radio shack for one. second i was sick of having so many chargers that i had to take with me everywhere i went for more than 24 hours, trips, vacations, family visits, etc. so i decided to build them both in one and w...
By: zapskate

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:00:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-USB-iPhone-iPod-Charger-On-The-Cheep/
Make a USB iPhone iPod Charger On The Cheap! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZW/ZWNY/GSUSMKOY/FZWZWNYGSUSMKOY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZW/ZWNY/GSUSMKOY/FZWZWNYGSUSMKOY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZW/ZWNY/GSUSMKOY/FZWZWNYGSUSMKOY.SMALL.jpg matt.e.jenkins There are many designs for iPhone chargers out there and many are confusing or use parts that are hard to find.  My design uses parts that are easy to find, is tested works with all iPhones and iPods (as of this posting), and just works.  It is a fun and useful project.  I made one a few years ago ...
By: matt.e.jenkins

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Oct 2011 14:46:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-and-Dirty-Multi-USB-Charging-Station/
Quick and Dirty Multi-USB Charging Station - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLQ/1MYE/GSILYEKM/FLQ1MYEGSILYEKM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLQ/1MYE/GSILYEKM/FLQ1MYEGSILYEKM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLQ/1MYE/GSILYEKM/FLQ1MYEGSILYEKM.SMALL.jpg Treknology Tired of using a 600 Watt computer just to charge your mobile phone? This is simple and there's no need for you to go anywhere near the computer just for charging. What You'll Need: 1. An old non-powered USB 1.1 hub (like you have any other use for it, right?) * 2. A wall-wart 5V USB charger. 3....
By: Treknology

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 Sep 2011 22:50:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-5-Volt-Charger/
USB 5 Volt Charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVB/9HNM/GQRB6SN1/FVB9HNMGQRB6SN1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVB/9HNM/GQRB6SN1/FVB9HNMGQRB6SN1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVB/9HNM/GQRB6SN1/FVB9HNMGQRB6SN1.SMALL.jpg Frowney001 Hello instructables surfers! this is my first instructable, so bear with me. also, i made this charger before i made the instructable. REQUIREMENTS: must have skills in: soldering hot glueing Legoing parts: Legos motorized lego robot power pack 4 RECHARGEABLE batteries USB socket Lets get starte...
By: Frowney001

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 31 Jul 2011 11:58:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Iphone-Dock-with-smoking-boiler/
Steampunk Iphone Dock with smoking boiler - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/4O6T/GQOCARBC/FH04O6TGQOCARBC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/4O6T/GQOCARBC/FH04O6TGQOCARBC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/4O6T/GQOCARBC/FH04O6TGQOCARBC.SMALL.jpg MrF_DT_teacher I had been debating creating some kind of dock for my Iphone to sit on for quite some time. This desire coupled with the first week of my summer holidays has led me to create the Steampunk Iphone Dock. Before we get started I just want to point out that this project can be made from anything, old ...
By: MrF_DT_teacher

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Jul 2011 08:55:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/3-parts-2-twin-port-USB-Charger/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6O/0T5Z/GQ3FTS6X/F6O0T5ZGQ3FTS6X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6O/0T5Z/GQ3FTS6X/F6O0T5ZGQ3FTS6X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6O/0T5Z/GQ3FTS6X/F6O0T5ZGQ3FTS6X.SMALL.jpg kondzio29 To make this you will have: LM7805 (voltage regulator) cost: 70 cents dual USB port cost: about one dollar 9V battery connector cost: nothing! (i have got this from 9V battery)  and  hmmm... thats it! oh... you must have soldering iron and solder of course. Solder everything tohether using tips fro...
By: kondzio29

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Jul 2011 12:31:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-iPod-USB-charger/
Simple iPod USB charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO7/3UOZ/GMJIE5LR/FO73UOZGMJIE5LR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO7/3UOZ/GMJIE5LR/FO73UOZGMJIE5LR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO7/3UOZ/GMJIE5LR/FO73UOZGMJIE5LR.SMALL.jpg heatseeker96 In this instructable, I will show you how to build a simple iPod charger! It's easy to make and modify, and is built to charge as fast as an official Apple USB charger. Before we start, here's a little note: ############################################################################### DISCLAIMER:...
By: heatseeker96

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Apr 2011 09:48:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Usb-iPod-Charger-Powerdock/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAY/LEPI/GLC26SUR/FAYLEPIGLC26SUR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAY/LEPI/GLC26SUR/FAYLEPIGLC26SUR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAY/LEPI/GLC26SUR/FAYLEPIGLC26SUR.SMALL.jpg recordmasta001 This is my USB portable charger. It was made around a year ago for my ski trip. I wanted to take my iPod but did not have a wall charger.  Also it was needed to charge my PSP throughout the long bus journey to Italy. The cover on the top was designed in Photoshop although Paint or GIMP could be use...
By: recordmasta001

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:31:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-PHONE-CHARGER-FOR-SOME-LGMOTOROLA-BLACKBERR/
USB PHONE CHARGER FOR SOME LG,MOTOROLA & BLACKBERRY - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/H36B/GBOTPWTE/F96H36BGBOTPWTE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/H36B/GBOTPWTE/F96H36BGBOTPWTE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/H36B/GBOTPWTE/F96H36BGBOTPWTE.SMALL.jpg PCfreak well first off i needed a phone charger for my phone,  im very sorry that some of the pics are not very clear i took them with my camera phone and in a low lighted area   Materials Needed first what you will need is a Cell Phone Wall Charger any kind will do (mine...
By: PCfreak

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 5 Oct 2010 11:40:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Charge-USB-devices-with-paper/
Charge USB devices with paper - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/8LYM/GB4CYHXX/FM18LYMGB4CYHXX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/8LYM/GB4CYHXX/FM18LYMGB4CYHXX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/8LYM/GB4CYHXX/FM18LYMGB4CYHXX.SMALL.jpg killerjackalope Oh and a 5V source, like any 5V source I used an old phone charger.  The reasoning behind this is the need to charge my mp3 player and only having a spare phone charger for a phone I no longer use, so I reckoned there was a way based on the fact that I managed the exact opposite when my phone died....
By: killerjackalope

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 3 Jul 2010 08:41:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Wall-Car-and-Battery-Charger/
USB Wall, Car, and Battery Charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/0RC5/GAPV3G01/F750RC5GAPV3G01.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/0RC5/GAPV3G01/F750RC5GAPV3G01.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/0RC5/GAPV3G01/F750RC5GAPV3G01.SMALL.jpg Data643 Has your iPod battery ever run out when you really needed it? This simple instructable will show you how to make a wall charger that can charge / operate any USB device, including iPhones and iPods. Most DIY chargers can not charge iPods and iPhones. This one can, however! This charger takes inpu...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 Jun 2010 18:23:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Charge-Your-Ipod-Camera-Cellphone-Or-Hand/
How To Charge Your Ipod, Camera, Cellphone Or Handheld Game Console On The Go - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX0/K6CQ/GATU1MAK/FX0K6CQGATU1MAK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX0/K6CQ/GATU1MAK/FX0K6CQGATU1MAK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX0/K6CQ/GATU1MAK/FX0K6CQGATU1MAK.SMALL.jpg qazwsx755 Don't you just hate it when you're taking photos with your camera then your battery just dies on you and there isn't anywhere to charge your camera! Well I have come up with a solution! It's to build a Portable USB Power Supply and I will show you how you build one in this Instructable. Here are the...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 Jun 2010 15:58:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-MintyBoost/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/1QPP/G7DYL1OM/F9K1QPPG7DYL1OM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/1QPP/G7DYL1OM/F9K1QPPG7DYL1OM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/1QPP/G7DYL1OM/F9K1QPPG7DYL1OM.SMALL.jpg fruitkid101
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 Jun 2010 11:24:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-USB-Socket-Charger/
Simple USB Socket Charger! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY7/8PP6/G7DYQ70L/FY78PP6G7DYQ70L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY7/8PP6/G7DYQ70L/FY78PP6G7DYQ70L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY7/8PP6/G7DYQ70L/FY78PP6G7DYQ70L.SMALL.jpg fruitkid101 Most of us have iPods or cameras. This is instructable will show you How to make a wall adapter for them. Normally it would cost $30 at the Apple store but I had all the components in my spare parts bin. For me it was free! IF YOU SOMEHOW MESS UP WHILE BUILDING THIS AND  SOMETHING BAD HAPPENS TO YOU...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 8 Apr 2010 19:59:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/12v-to-USB-adapter-12v-to-5v-transformer-great-/
12v to USB adapter \ 12v to 5v transformer (great for cars) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/LS8N/G69MVF8R/FOFLS8NG69MVF8R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/LS8N/G69MVF8R/FOFLS8NG69MVF8R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/LS8N/G69MVF8R/FOFLS8NG69MVF8R.SMALL.jpg julienrl This will show you how to make a 12v to USB (5v) adapter. The most obvious use of this is for 12v car adapters, but anywhere you have 12v you can use it! If you need 5v for anything other than USB, simply skip the steps about adding the USB ports ;) You will need a fuse holder a 0.5 amp fa...
By: julienrl

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 6 Mar 2010 20:35:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Flat-Plug/
Flat Plug - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F26/6SCW/G47KOGCG/F266SCWG47KOGCG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F26/6SCW/G47KOGCG/F266SCWG47KOGCG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F26/6SCW/G47KOGCG/F266SCWG47KOGCG.SMALL.jpg garagemonkeysan Why are car accessory plugs so bulky? Why are they barrel-shaped? If you travel for a living and bring gadgets you also need to bring along all the charger and adaptors. Having a USB car accessory plug adapter/battery charger isn't a necessity but is a life saver in an emergency. To pare down the bu...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Jan 2010 09:02:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Car-Charger-2/
USB Car Charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQH/KOHY/G23UPZHS/FQHKOHYG23UPZHS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQH/KOHY/G23UPZHS/FQHKOHYG23UPZHS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQH/KOHY/G23UPZHS/FQHKOHYG23UPZHS.SMALL.jpg vIRCking This is a Home Made Usb charger with this device  you can charge in your car any Usb charged device like mobile phones, bluetooth headsets, Gps , cameras, mp3 players, etc..This device I made haves 0.5Amp output that is the normal power output on a computer, if you use a bigger transistor you can  g...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 21 Nov 2009 18:44:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Bullnose-LED-Bike-Light-and-Dynamo-USB-Charger/
Bullnose LED Bike Light and Dynamo USB Charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEG/6GV6/G1LD7UTR/FEG6GV6G1LD7UTR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEG/6GV6/G1LD7UTR/FEG6GV6G1LD7UTR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEG/6GV6/G1LD7UTR/FEG6GV6G1LD7UTR.SMALL.jpg hydronics  This bike has a dynamo front hub that is wired to LED lights.  In addition there is a power output via a female USB plug.  You can charge your phone, ipod, GPS or any USB powered device.   In this design, the USB charging station can be unplugged when not in use. When charging the devices can be k...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 4 Nov 2009 00:36:09 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Battery-USB-Device-Charger/
Battery USB Device Charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/NCFX/G0KQP0ZW/F6TNCFXG0KQP0ZW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/NCFX/G0KQP0ZW/F6TNCFXG0KQP0ZW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/NCFX/G0KQP0ZW/F6TNCFXG0KQP0ZW.SMALL.jpg Wesley666 OK, this is a very simple design, very few parts are required. The hardest part is probably adjusting the variable resistor. This is an effective circuit for devices that require 5v to charge.Also everything I just said is somewhat misleading, this circuit for some reason works more like an external...
By: Wesley666

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 12 Oct 2009 20:08:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-rechargable-portable-ipodUSB-recharger/
Easy rechargable portable ipod/USB recharger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/M7QQ/FZQ1GEZY/FWZM7QQFZQ1GEZY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/M7QQ/FZQ1GEZY/FWZM7QQFZQ1GEZY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/M7QQ/FZQ1GEZY/FWZM7QQFZQ1GEZY.SMALL.jpg jerkey Using a USB socket, a four-cell AA battery holder, four rechargable AA batteries, and a four-AA battery charger, you can have a portable 5-volt power supply for charging or powering your Ipod or other USB-powered device.Don't put non-rechargable batteries in the holder though, because you will wind ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Sep 2009 16:41:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Add-powered-USB-ports-to-your-car-yaris-in-this-c/
Add powered USB ports to your car, including one on the top dash for windshield mounted items (a yaris in this case but electronics applicable to all cars) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F22/2HF7/FYTCH2F9/F222HF7FYTCH2F9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F22/2HF7/FYTCH2F9/F222HF7FYTCH2F9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F22/2HF7/FYTCH2F9/F222HF7FYTCH2F9.SMALL.jpg julienrl This will show you how to add powered USB ports to your car (yaris in this case) and wire one of them to power a phone from the dash to use it as a GPSin your windsheild I will show you how to 1- add a usb power supply that will be coming out from the dash to power my phone that I use as a GPS whe...
By: julienrl

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 31 Aug 2009 20:05:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Nintendo-DSI-Chargind-Dock/
Nintendo DSI Charging Dock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXZ/JCEJ/FY5WRKRO/FXZJCEJFY5WRKRO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXZ/JCEJ/FY5WRKRO/FXZJCEJFY5WRKRO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXZ/JCEJ/FY5WRKRO/FXZJCEJFY5WRKRO.SMALL.jpg pokypig101 In this instructable, i'm going to show/tell you how to build a stand for a nintendo DSI. Now the materials I used are a nintendo DSI USB charger i got off Amazon, i second generation ipod shuffle case, some paint, hot glue gun, something to cut holes in case (I used a hammer an nails.) Sorry for on...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Aug 2009 13:12:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Power-from-the-industry-standard-HIROSE-4pin-/
USB Power from Hirose - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F99/9X4M/FWMNUGOG/F999X4MFWMNUGOG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F99/9X4M/FWMNUGOG/F999X4MFWMNUGOG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F99/9X4M/FWMNUGOG/F999X4MFWMNUGOG.SMALL.jpg gothamsound The purpose of the box is to be able to charge/power small audio recorders such as the M-Audio MicroTrack II used for transcription in ENG bags using NP-type batteries and all HIROSE 4-pin compatible connectors. We envision being used with ENG Power distribution systems such as the Remote Audio B...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Jul 2009 11:25:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/the-iTIN/
the iTIN - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUM/SWXI/FWMO34V3/FUMSWXIFWMO34V3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUM/SWXI/FWMO34V3/FUMSWXIFWMO34V3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUM/SWXI/FWMO34V3/FUMSWXIFWMO34V3.SMALL.jpg rockandjay This Instructable will show you how to make the ultimate pocket sized tool. It can charge your ipod, Zune, phone, GPS or anything that runs off of a USB port. Its a flash light, and a TV Remote jammer, who doesn't want one of those right? Plus I have now added Two 5mm Blue super bright LEDs for the...
By: rockandjay

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 Jul 2009 10:31:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pocket-Sized-CHDK-USB-Camera-Shutter-Remote/
Pocket-Sized CHDK USB Camera Shutter Remote - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/EVKL/FW39LC2Z/FTCEVKLFW39LC2Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/EVKL/FW39LC2Z/FTCEVKLFW39LC2Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/EVKL/FW39LC2Z/FTCEVKLFW39LC2Z.SMALL.jpg pdub77 This Instructable shows you how to make a pocket-sized CHDK USB remote for your Canon camera inside of an Altoids Smalls tin (the new kind with the hinged lid). I kept it pretty simple as far as the circuit goes. It's just batteries connected to a NO push button switch and a jack into which a modi...
By: pdub77

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 22 Jun 2009 16:44:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Modify-an-Energizer-Energi-To-Go-Adapter-to-Charge/
Modify an Energizer Energi To Go Adapter to Charge Your Motorola Phone - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/M81S/FW4JU0Q8/F78M81SFW4JU0Q8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/M81S/FW4JU0Q8/F78M81SFW4JU0Q8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/M81S/FW4JU0Q8/F78M81SFW4JU0Q8.SMALL.jpg pdub77 I bought an Energizer Energi To Go charger to charge up my Palm TX in the field while geocaching. It came with the adapter to charge a Palm as well as one to charge some random cell phone I don't own. It would seem if I wanted to charge my Motorola phone as well I would have to buy another whole E...
By: pdub77

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 19 Jun 2009 21:52:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Charge-Axim-X50v-for-ANY-USB-charger-Sync-proble/
Charge Axim X50v from ANY USB charger + Sync problems - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOJ/TZHR/FW39KTGZ/FOJTZHRFW39KTGZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOJ/TZHR/FW39KTGZ/FOJTZHRFW39KTGZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOJ/TZHR/FW39KTGZ/FOJTZHRFW39KTGZ.SMALL.jpg scob89 Recently I had a few problems with my Dell Axim X50v PDA. This PDA charges through USB, but requires a 2.0 port. This was never a problem before, that is until my computer went out and I got a new one.For some reason the new computer would not connect to the PDA, not connecting means no charging. Ye...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2009 23:08:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Car-Charger-1/
USB Car Charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F6E/3A8N/FUNOWM5F/F6E3A8NFUNOWM5F.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F6E/3A8N/FUNOWM5F/F6E3A8NFUNOWM5F.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F6E/3A8N/FUNOWM5F/F6E3A8NFUNOWM5F.SMALL.jpg jdogtotherescue charge your iPod or any usb device in the car with this handy little gadget made for only a few bucks! Things Needed Tools: Soldering Iron, solder Flathead Screwdriver, Razor Knife, Super Glue, Wire Cutters(mine are big cause they are my best pair but you can use any kind obviously. Materials: y...
By: jdogtotherescue

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 13 May 2009 23:07:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Solar-Powered-USB-Charger-and-Speakers/
Simple Solar Powered USB Charger and Speakers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC7/FKS6/FUI0RPWV/FC7FKS6FUI0RPWV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC7/FKS6/FUI0RPWV/FC7FKS6FUI0RPWV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC7/FKS6/FUI0RPWV/FC7FKS6FUI0RPWV.SMALL.jpg Tjosek Before making this, I figured out what people (9+ years) use a lot nowadays and I came up with: cell phones and mp3 players.A lot of people waste energy using these two items by buying the speaker systems for their mp3 players and charger their phones. Both uses usually end up with leaving the char...
By: Tjosek

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 9 May 2009 19:10:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Nintendo-USB-Charger/
Nintendo USB Charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAB/OKHQ/FUI0WC7E/FABOKHQFUI0WC7E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAB/OKHQ/FUI0WC7E/FABOKHQFUI0WC7E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAB/OKHQ/FUI0WC7E/FABOKHQFUI0WC7E.SMALL.jpg xAxrules A simple instructable to show how to charge any DS from USB. Parts. 1. Any USB cable2. Any DS3. A Spare DS Charger4. Soldering iron and Solder (Not needed, but highly reccomended)5. Wire Strippers or Scissors6. Electrical Tape7. 10-15 minutes of time. Cutting and Stripping the wires. Take your...
By: xAxrules

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