http://www.instructables.com Tue, 21 May 2013 16:07:59 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-recover-a-dry-printer-head/
how to recover a dry printer head - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKJ/RR4Z/HGU2EA29/FKJRR4ZHGU2EA29.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKJ/RR4Z/HGU2EA29/FKJRR4ZHGU2EA29.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKJ/RR4Z/HGU2EA29/FKJRR4ZHGU2EA29.SMALL.jpg andrea biffi How many time do you have found your inkjet printer dead after a standing idle long period? Because of the low durability of inkjet prints I usually send them to a web print-shop, so my colours, althought I try to remember to keep them making exercise, often get dry. This happens more certainly if y...
By: andrea biffi

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 12:08:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Automatic-Watering-System-2/
Automatic Watering System - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/Z57D/HGU2JRO0/F2TZ57DHGU2JRO0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/Z57D/HGU2JRO0/F2TZ57DHGU2JRO0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/Z57D/HGU2JRO0/F2TZ57DHGU2JRO0.SMALL.jpg Jochefor For making this circuit you will need basic knowledge of electronics, also you need to know how to make a PCB. If you don't know how to make a PCB and you want to know how, we recommend you to go to google and you tube and search "How to make a pcb" before you continue with this tutorial. What we n...
By: Jochefor

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 May 2013 09:57:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fast-and-Easy-PCB-Prototyping-with-Vinyl/
Fast and Easy PCB Prototyping with Vinyl! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFP/PGE2/GVVPCZL9/FFPPGE2GVVPCZL9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFP/PGE2/GVVPCZL9/FFPPGE2GVVPCZL9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFP/PGE2/GVVPCZL9/FFPPGE2GVVPCZL9.SMALL.jpg BitBoink Hello everybody !!! One of the most aggravating things when creating DIY circuits is the making of the PCB. Up till now, DIY methods require alot of work and time on each board. If you have struggled with other methods of DIY PCB prototyping you've likely figured out the hard way that they can be f...
By: BitBoink

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 8 Dec 2011 15:16:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-Printed-circuit-Boards-at-or-Near-Home-A-C/
Making Printed circuit Boards at or Near Home: A Comprehensive Overview, Almost a Guide - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FKQ/FUDK/GLWQVPH0/FKQFUDKGLWQVPH0.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FKQ/FUDK/GLWQVPH0/FKQFUDKGLWQVPH0.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FKQ/FUDK/GLWQVPH0/FKQFUDKGLWQVPH0.SMALL.jpg russ_hensel There is a bit of controversy over making your own printed circuit boards, many makers think that professional boards are so inexpensive now that they are the way to go. Others want to have more control and hopefully short turn around time that comes with making their own. This instructable assumes ...
By: russ_hensel

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Apr 2011 11:42:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Thermoelectric-Peltier-Air-Conditioner/
Mini Peltier Air Conditioner (Plans) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWM/2A6K/G8B8VUVY/FWM2A6KG8B8VUVY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWM/2A6K/G8B8VUVY/FWM2A6KG8B8VUVY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWM/2A6K/G8B8VUVY/FWM2A6KG8B8VUVY.SMALL.jpg ASCAS This Instructable will show you how to make a environmental friendly portable air conditioner. This machine uses a Peltier Module as a cooling  mechanism and some cooling fans for blowing air. Here is a Picture How It Works This is just like the everyday air conditioner that we use. The only thin...
By: ASCAS

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 21 Apr 2010 21:44:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/From-Candy-Boxes-to-Proto-Boxes/
From Candy Boxes to Proto Boxes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH7/WL7W/HGIEVP7B/FH7WL7WHGIEVP7B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH7/WL7W/HGIEVP7B/FH7WL7WHGIEVP7B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH7/WL7W/HGIEVP7B/FH7WL7WHGIEVP7B.SMALL.jpg Josehf Murchison I salvage electronics for parts and projects and I like clear proto boxes to put my projects into, that way I can show off my work. I can never find proto boxes in the store when I want one, let alone clear proto boxes that let me see the internal components until one day I spotted some candy in the...
By: Josehf Murchison

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 04:41:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/A-cool-Op-Amp-demonstration-Differential-Light-Me/
A cool Op-Amp demonstration: Differential Light Meter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSI/PSFW/HET1B8BJ/FSIPSFWHET1B8BJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSI/PSFW/HET1B8BJ/FSIPSFWHET1B8BJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSI/PSFW/HET1B8BJ/FSIPSFWHET1B8BJ.SMALL.jpg SarahandDillon What is a differential light meter? A differential light meter is a nifty little tool that will tell you how much brighter the surrounding light is on one side of the meter than the other.  With a little imagination and a little engineering, you could connect a whole bunch of these together in diff...
By: SarahandDillon

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 31 Mar 2013 22:58:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PCB-making-guide/
PCB making guide - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/S4TJ/HFD16XWB/FIJS4TJHFD16XWB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/S4TJ/HFD16XWB/FIJS4TJHFD16XWB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/S4TJ/HFD16XWB/FIJS4TJHFD16XWB.SMALL.jpg pinomelean There are many ways to make your own homemade PCB's, They all work, but some better than other, some faster than other, ones are cheap and others expensive.... After several attempts, i found the way of making PCB's, wich is the cheapest, easiest and fastest for me. I hope this instructable will he...
By: pinomelean

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 07:05:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PowerTube-Vr-1/
PowerTube Vr. 1 for bicycle headlight - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZC/6I4T/HGH6Q3O0/FZC6I4THGH6Q3O0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZC/6I4T/HGH6Q3O0/FZC6I4THGH6Q3O0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZC/6I4T/HGH6Q3O0/FZC6I4THGH6Q3O0.SMALL.jpg frapedia Recently purchased one of those bicycle lights using the XML T6 LED x3. Came with a 18650 8.4v 6400mAh Battery Pack and a Pouch with Velcro. The headlight has a voltage status function via a multi color LED but to be honest i am not satisfy with what function so i decided to add a voltage meter....
By: frapedia

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 May 2013 15:43:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/High-efficiency-regulated-Joule-thief/
High efficiency regulated Joule thief - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHR/2RDQ/HGH6JV9Q/FHR2RDQHGH6JV9Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHR/2RDQ/HGH6JV9Q/FHR2RDQHGH6JV9Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHR/2RDQ/HGH6JV9Q/FHR2RDQHGH6JV9Q.SMALL.jpg Milen      Normally the Joule thief produces output voltage, which value is difficult to predict. Without load (the LED) I have measured voltages over 30 V. I wanted to create a Joule thief, which can be used to supply some small electronic devices, but having well defined and stable output voltage. There...
By: Milen

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 14:24:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Scariac-Poor-Mans-Variable-Power-Controller/
The Scariac (Poor Mans Variable Power Controller) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMF/IBWS/HGH712KB/FMFIBWSHGH712KB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMF/IBWS/HGH712KB/FMFIBWSHGH712KB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMF/IBWS/HGH712KB/FMFIBWSHGH712KB.SMALL.jpg The King of Random Mixing water with electricity is risky, and can be lethal.  However, in this project we're using it to make one of the cheapest kinds of power controller.  The Scariac. http://www.thekingofrandom.com Watch the Video WARNING: This project is extremely dangerous and should only be attempted ...
By: The King of Random

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 10:07:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Irrigating-your-garden-with-an-opamp-The-circuit/
Irrigating your garden with an opamp: The circuit, list of materials - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE6/PHK8/H1ZG734B/FE6PHK8H1ZG734B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE6/PHK8/H1ZG734B/FE6PHK8H1ZG734B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE6/PHK8/H1ZG734B/FE6PHK8H1ZG734B.SMALL.jpg diy_bloke In an earlier instructable, presenting an automatic  garden watering project with an Attiny, I mentioned it could also be done with an op amp. So, let me put my money where my mouth is and present you one. It has an option to use a regular relay, or a solid state relay Here is what you need: 1 Opam...
By: diy_bloke

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 14 May 2012 06:52:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-revive-a-portable-8-Track-tape-player/
How to revive a portable 8-Track tape player - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ8/KCSJ/HG85C6KS/FQ8KCSJHG85C6KS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ8/KCSJ/HG85C6KS/FQ8KCSJHG85C6KS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ8/KCSJ/HG85C6KS/FQ8KCSJHG85C6KS.SMALL.jpg ke4mcl *** this instructable takes into account that you have some mechanical dexterity and some experience in disassembling consumer electronics *** lalala music music KERCHUNK! the lowly 8-track tape, abandoned long ago in favor of the cassette tape. they can still be easily found at thrift stores and...
By: ke4mcl

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 May 2013 15:54:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-your-own-intercom-or-walkie-talkie-out-of-tw/
Build your own intercom or walkie talkie out of two old cordless phones - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FBT/63RY/41KEP28245G/FBT63RY41KEP28245G.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FBT/63RY/41KEP28245G/FBT63RY41KEP28245G.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FBT/63RY/41KEP28245G/FBT63RY41KEP28245G.SMALL.jpg RTourn We all have old phones. Why not turn them into an intercom for your kids tree house. Or turn two old cordless phones into home base walkie talkie. Here is how. Materials In-Line coupler (I got mine at Frys for 1.49) 9 volt connector (radio shack, or cut it out of some old piece of junk) wire-ni...
By: RTourn

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 21 Jun 2006 18:36:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Semi-Conducting-A-Guide/
Semi Conducting - A Guide - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKY/URBK/GLL4V86Y/FKYURBKGLL4V86Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKY/URBK/GLL4V86Y/FKYURBKGLL4V86Y.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKY/URBK/GLL4V86Y/FKYURBKGLL4V86Y.SMALL.jpg Inducktion WORD OF WARNING, THIS IS LONG. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Anyway, Electronics, as stated before by many of my comrades around the globe, have all become the most important things in our daily live...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 13 Apr 2011 14:01:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Adjustable-Voltage-Step-up-07-55V-to-27-55V/
Adjustable Voltage Step-up (0.7-5.5V to 2.7-5.5V) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2K/RFE1/HFPT9HVQ/F2KRFE1HFPT9HVQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2K/RFE1/HFPT9HVQ/F2KRFE1HFPT9HVQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2K/RFE1/HFPT9HVQ/F2KRFE1HFPT9HVQ.SMALL.jpg Joohansson Introduction: A voltage step-up is a circuit that increases the voltage. It can be AC/AC, AC/DC, DC/AC or DC/DC. This voltage step-up is a DC/DC adjustable voltage regulator. Usually a voltage regulator is fed by a higher input than output voltage, for example 9V IN to 5V OUT. This circuit will take...
By: Joohansson

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 May 2013 11:00:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Battery-Charger-Powered-by-Fire/
Smartphone Charger Powered by Fire - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/HOAD/HFPTEVTJ/F12HOADHFPTEVTJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/HOAD/HFPTEVTJ/F12HOADHFPTEVTJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/HOAD/HFPTEVTJ/F12HOADHFPTEVTJ.SMALL.jpg Joohansson Portable, Compact and Adjustable ThermoElectric Emergency Generator. Background: The reason for this project was to solve a problem I have. I sometimes do several days of hiking/backpacking in the wild and I always bring a smartphone with GPS and maybe other electronics. They need electricity a...
By: Joohansson

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 May 2013 11:03:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Single-AA-LiFePo4-cell-powered-project-in-a-parti/
LiFePO4 (3.2V) project, within a 3 x AA battery holder! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN7/6S20/HFPTGX06/FN76S20HFPTGX06.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN7/6S20/HFPTGX06/FN76S20HFPTGX06.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN7/6S20/HFPTGX06/FN76S20HFPTGX06.SMALL.jpg manuka Thinking "inside the box" ? Check this novel electronic project case, which is formed from a partially gutted 3 x AA cell switched battery holder !  Circuitry is mounted on a sliced solderless breadboard, while a "Kiwi Board" layout suits a final soldered version.  Power is via a single 3.2 V  LiFeP...
By: manuka

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 03:28:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-small-wind-generator-In-celebration/
How to make a small wind generator (In celebration of earth day!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFP/G6YC/HFSHS9LW/FFPG6YCHFSHS9LW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFP/G6YC/HFSHS9LW/FFPG6YCHFSHS9LW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFP/G6YC/HFSHS9LW/FFPG6YCHFSHS9LW.SMALL.jpg out-of-the-box In this i will show you how to make a wind generator that produces electricity! I will only walk you through making the generator but it is up to you to figure out what you want to do with the electricity it produces! i havent gotten that far yet but i am planning on making a charge circuit so follo...
By: out-of-the-box

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 21 Apr 2013 16:39:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-use-a-breadboard/
How to use a breadboard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FU0/11AZ/GYGF8IV4/FU011AZGYGF8IV4.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FU0/11AZ/GYGF8IV4/FU011AZGYGF8IV4.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FU0/11AZ/GYGF8IV4/FU011AZGYGF8IV4.SMALL.jpg shams A breadboard also known as protoboard is a type of solderless electronic circuit building.You can build a electronic circuit on a breadboard without any soldering ! Best of all it is reusable. It was designed by Ronald J Portugal of EI Instruments Inc. in 1971. Building or prototyping circuits on a...
By: shams

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 Feb 2012 04:19:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-19-Police-Radio-Scanner/
How to Make a $19 Police Radio Scanner - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPL/GCTO/HFONDD4C/FPLGCTOHFONDD4C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPL/GCTO/HFONDD4C/FPLGCTOHFONDD4C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPL/GCTO/HFONDD4C/FPLGCTOHFONDD4C.SMALL.jpg harrysand In this guide I will explain how to build an inexpensive SDR (software defined radio) that can be used to receive police, fire, taxi, and other digital radio transmissions. I will do my best to explain the steps in detail, and provide further resources to help along the way. For the radio enthusias...
By: harrysand

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 19 Apr 2013 08:53:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Button-ActivatedAnything/
Button Activated...Anything! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3B/COIM/HFD1KJQB/F3BCOIMHFD1KJQB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3B/COIM/HFD1KJQB/F3BCOIMHFD1KJQB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3B/COIM/HFD1KJQB/F3BCOIMHFD1KJQB.SMALL.jpg haunted.haunt Have you ever wanted a button to trigger something on your computer?  Well, Here is how you can do it. Materials and Tools Here is what you will need to make this simple rig: •PS/2 Or USB Keyboard (wireless may work) depending on what you have or what your computer can support. •Button of your ...
By: haunted.haunt

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 16 Apr 2013 20:16:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-Electronic-Switches-Work-For-Noobs-Relays-and/
How Electronic Switches Work For Noobs: Relays and Transistors - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU7/QIO8/GZKG3QNF/FU7QIO8GZKG3QNF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU7/QIO8/GZKG3QNF/FU7QIO8GZKG3QNF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU7/QIO8/GZKG3QNF/FU7QIO8GZKG3QNF.SMALL.jpg jpoopdog Hello, This Instructable is targeted at those just stepping into the world of electronics. In this guide I will explain how the two main types of electronic switches work, these being relays, and transistors. Firstly, what is an electronic switch? An electronic switch is essentially just a switch...
By: jpoopdog

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 7 Mar 2012 14:59:24 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Zombie-Attack-Easy-to-build/
Zombie Attack! Easy to build! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ0/JLVV/HFD176XY/FZ0JLVVHFD176XY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ0/JLVV/HFD176XY/FZ0JLVVHFD176XY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ0/JLVV/HFD176XY/FZ0JLVVHFD176XY.SMALL.jpg simonfrfr Hello, I am here, presenting you, another project, which is low in cost, that is easy to build. Zombies are attacking, and you need a way to defend against them, so you decide to build the zombie rifle to defend against Zombies. Overall, this project is a low cost, quick build. Most if not all of th...
By: simonfrfr

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 19:13:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/simple-cheap-cool-waterproof-and-gummy-diy-batt/
simple, cheap, cool, waterproof and gummy diy battery holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9L/0V8A/HF23N0FE/F9L0V8AHF23N0FE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9L/0V8A/HF23N0FE/F9L0V8AHF23N0FE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9L/0V8A/HF23N0FE/F9L0V8AHF23N0FE.SMALL.jpg andrea biffi I know how many of you inventors have desired a versatile battery holder to power your projects, I know you can't sleep without that... so this strange accessory has born ;-) This gadget has a simple function, keep a battery inside, and yes you could buy an ordinary plastic black and impersonal batt...
By: andrea biffi

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2013 13:28:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/ATX-power-supply-to-benchtop-power-supply/
ATX power supply to benchtop power supply - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK1/HSJH/HFD16K9U/FK1HSJHHFD16K9U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK1/HSJH/HFD16K9U/FK1HSJHHFD16K9U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK1/HSJH/HFD16K9U/FK1HSJHHFD16K9U.SMALL.jpg gman1881 i would like to start off by saying this is my very first instructable. This projects was started by me looking for something to do with an old computer i have that is out dated and virtual useless. I saw a few PSU (power supply unit) to bench top power supplies on youtube and decided that this was ...
By: gman1881

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2013 00:06:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/My-PCB-Making/
My PCB Making - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/3QVT/H3QEXGMG/FXY3QVTH3QEXGMG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/3QVT/H3QEXGMG/FXY3QVTH3QEXGMG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/3QVT/H3QEXGMG/FXY3QVTH3QEXGMG.SMALL.jpg msuzuki777 So this Lazy Old Geek (LOG) decided to start making my own PCBs (Printed Circuit Boards). There are a lot of good Instructables to do this but I couldn't find one to do the whole process the way I wanted to. As some of you may know, I am a stickler for details. Here are some of my 'requirements': ...
By: msuzuki777

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 Aug 2012 09:28:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Vinyl-Sticker-PCB-How-To/
Vinyl Sticker PCB - How To - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGM/965X/HEXSMS3C/FGM965XHEXSMS3C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGM/965X/HEXSMS3C/FGM965XHEXSMS3C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGM/965X/HEXSMS3C/FGM965XHEXSMS3C.SMALL.jpg msuzuki777 So this Lazy Old Geek (LOG) is getting in to making PCBs. I’ve already done one Instructable: http://www.instructables.com/id/My-PCB-Making/ I still like to use Eagle CadSoft but my friend, OffTheRails2010 told me about a better toner transfer method using vinyl stickers. Well, I don’t know why they...
By: msuzuki777

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 2 Apr 2013 10:35:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Create-a-DC-Power-Supply/
Create a DC Power Supply - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1R/ZM4I/HEXSG35X/F1RZM4IHEXSG35X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1R/ZM4I/HEXSG35X/F1RZM4IHEXSG35X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1R/ZM4I/HEXSG35X/F1RZM4IHEXSG35X.SMALL.jpg nichloe How to make a DC power supply using the AC wall voltage! Build a basic full-wave bridge rectifier Your circuit should contain: 1. A transformer with a turn ratio of about 6. Connect your transformer to a power strip with an on and off switch for safety. The voltage from the wall is generally ab...
By: nichloe

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 31 Mar 2013 23:13:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Customize-You-Thumbdrive/
Customize Your Own Thumbdrive!!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXI/ABSM/HET1AKF2/FXIABSMHET1AKF2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXI/ABSM/HET1AKF2/FXIABSMHET1AKF2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXI/ABSM/HET1AKF2/FXIABSMHET1AKF2.SMALL.jpg schin7 Has your USB thumbdrive ever gotten mixed up with someone else's? Well, after this tuorial you will have a thumbdrive like none  other!! This is probably one of the easiest HOW-TOs out there and it doesn't require any tools apart from the ones lying around your own house..so without further ado, LET...
By: schin7

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Mar 2013 23:01:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/camera-jacket/
camera jacket - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/TJ85/HEBMZ8QA/F3LTJ85HEBMZ8QA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/TJ85/HEBMZ8QA/F3LTJ85HEBMZ8QA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/TJ85/HEBMZ8QA/F3LTJ85HEBMZ8QA.SMALL.jpg mikeasaurus Camera jacket is a concept exploring the idea of discreetly capturing image media in public locations.  This design has a small digital camera installed in the lining of a jacket with the lens recording through a small opening in the jacket breast. The camera is operated with buttons wired into the ...
By: mikeasaurus

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 26 Mar 2013 14:22:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Add-a-Remote-Control-to-Just-About-Anything/
Add a Remote Control to Just About Anything! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/VU4L/HEI4FGTO/FR3VU4LHEI4FGTO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/VU4L/HEI4FGTO/FR3VU4LHEI4FGTO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/VU4L/HEI4FGTO/FR3VU4LHEI4FGTO.SMALL.jpg lonesoulsurfer In this Instructable I’ll show you how to add a cheap remote control to just about anything! that takes your fancy. Last year I built a compressed air rocket launcher which was featured in MAKE Magazine.  The rocket launcher is a heap of fun and my kids love it.  The rockets themselves are made fro...
By: lonesoulsurfer

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Mar 2013 18:19:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/AC-to-DC-converterdiode-bridge/
AC to DC converter=diode bridge - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSB/41QX/FOWZOOQZ/FSB41QXFOWZOOQZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSB/41QX/FOWZOOQZ/FSB41QXFOWZOOQZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSB/41QX/FOWZOOQZ/FSB41QXFOWZOOQZ.SMALL.jpg joinaqd A diode bridge is a device that changes Alternating Current(AC) to Direct Current(DC). The difference between these two kinds are that, AC is pulsed electricity switching polarities 50-60 times per second.(If you look at electronic devices it says that it runs on 50 Hertz AC)Switching polarities= - ...
By: joinaqd

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Dec 2008 18:19:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Controlling-a-SaikoLED-myki-or-Arduino-Leonardo-/
Controlling a SaikoLED myki (or Arduino Leonardo) with a Simple Button Box -- using the ICSP header - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/U974/HEBNAKYP/FBDU974HEBNAKYP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/U974/HEBNAKYP/FBDU974HEBNAKYP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/U974/HEBNAKYP/FBDU974HEBNAKYP.SMALL.jpg dmt Welcome! Today we're going to explain how to build a controller with 3 buttons that connects directly to an Arduino Leonardo-compatible board--in this case, the myki light from SaikoLED. More information on the Leonardo is available here and in this Instructable. You will need the following tools: ...
By: dmt

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 20 Mar 2013 06:29:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Reverse-Andycache-Android-powered-reverse-geo/
The Reverse Andycache (Android-powered reverse geocache) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/7XAY/HEBNNWED/F787XAYHEBNNWED.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/7XAY/HEBNNWED/F787XAYHEBNNWED.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/7XAY/HEBNNWED/F787XAYHEBNNWED.SMALL.jpg wchill For those that don't know, the Reverse Geocache puzzle is a puzzle box that opens only when the box is taken to a predefined location. You don't know what the location is, you have a limited number of attempts, and the box creator hates you enough to only tell you how far away you are (in the words ...
By: wchill

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Mar 2013 01:24:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Google-Glasses-AKA-the-Beady-i/
DIY Google Glass AKA the "Beady-i" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3T/KW9H/HEBNGXV2/F3TKW9HHEBNGXV2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3T/KW9H/HEBNGXV2/F3TKW9HHEBNGXV2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3T/KW9H/HEBNGXV2/F3TKW9HHEBNGXV2.SMALL.jpg XenonJohn Monocular head mounted display. I've got my beady eye on you............................................................................................................. In 2009 I posted an Instructable on how to make a pair of glasses with a head up display to one eye, using a pair of Olympus Eye-...
By: XenonJohn

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:00:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Mho-Better-Resistor-Value-Decoder-Plushie/
Mho Better Resistor Value Decoder Plushie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/8W9J/HE7DAW8C/FHI8W9JHE7DAW8C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/8W9J/HE7DAW8C/FHI8W9JHE7DAW8C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/8W9J/HE7DAW8C/FHI8W9JHE7DAW8C.SMALL.jpg caitlinsdad Resistance is futile, at least in trying to figure out the value of your resistor if you do not have the color code memorized.  I had one of these Adafruit Circuit Playground electronic component plushies laying around just waiting to be hacked.  So, thinking along the lines of the Resistor Value H...
By: caitlinsdad

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Mar 2013 18:27:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Revive-dead-pixels-on-LCD-monitors-Laptops-Tele/
Revive dead pixels on LCD monitors, Laptops & Televisions - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F14/NYLB/HDYZ6R0V/F14NYLBHDYZ6R0V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F14/NYLB/HDYZ6R0V/F14NYLBHDYZ6R0V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F14/NYLB/HDYZ6R0V/F14NYLBHDYZ6R0V.SMALL.jpg Jetman50   This is a step by step on how to (possibly) revive dead pixels on virtually any LCD screen. I say virtually as there are certain conditions that will not allow the dead pixel(s) to be brought back, physical damage to the screen is one.   So first we'll start with the warnings: 1) This instructab...
By: Jetman50

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Mar 2013 08:39:33 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-CHEAP-POWER-SUPPLY-Without-Transformer/
DIY - CHEAP POWER SUPPLY (Without Transformer) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMZ/Y62G/HE07OXTK/FMZY62GHE07OXTK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMZ/Y62G/HE07OXTK/FMZY62GHE07OXTK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMZ/Y62G/HE07OXTK/FMZY62GHE07OXTK.SMALL.jpg samaddon   Please it's very lethal . You can't handle this without care if you do you will die i make sure ! Hi, this i time i came up with a very cheap power supply it's NOT for beginners!. They used to make simple things like some lights or any moving thing with motors they cause use this power s...
By: samaddon

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 7 Mar 2013 20:55:13 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Forever-Rechargeable-VARIABLE-Super-Capacitor-/
The Forever Rechargeable VARIABLE Super Capacitor Battery !!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLM/E88Q/GJQEJNV4/FLME88QGJQEJNV4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLM/E88Q/GJQEJNV4/FLME88QGJQEJNV4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLM/E88Q/GJQEJNV4/FLME88QGJQEJNV4.SMALL.jpg EngineeringShock Hi there! Welcome to my ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE, FOREVER RECHARGEABLE SUPER CAPACITOR BATTERY PACK INSTRUCTABLE!!!  What's all the Hubbub, bub? This circuit acts as a never-dying, forever rechargeable battery.  If treated properly and with respect, it will live longer than you do! That's right! You wi...
By: EngineeringShock

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 Feb 2011 17:38:09 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/dual-digital-framewall-mount-pc/
dual digital frame/wall mount pc - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/6I37/HD4VGTWI/FX56I37HD4VGTWI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/6I37/HD4VGTWI/FX56I37HD4VGTWI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/6I37/HD4VGTWI/FX56I37HD4VGTWI.SMALL.jpg mbielawski We have thousands of digital pics stored on my server and we would like to enjoy them daily.  I decided to make a dual screen digital frame.  It can also be used to share videos, play internet radio...etc.  I removed all the unnecessary pieces from a beat up used laptop & also stripped out the scre...
By: mbielawski

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Feb 2013 18:01:58 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/reviving-a-norelco-philips-cassette-recorder-from-/
reviving a norelco philips cassette recorder from the 1960's - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F02/Y6SB/HDG4H7VJ/F02Y6SBHDG4H7VJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F02/Y6SB/HDG4H7VJ/F02Y6SBHDG4H7VJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F02/Y6SB/HDG4H7VJ/F02Y6SBHDG4H7VJ.SMALL.jpg ke4mcl this instructable assumes that you have basic electronics skills and above average mechanical aptitude. disassembly and reassembly of a mechanism will be required and maybe simple soldering. instructions given here are tailored to early philips / norelco machines only. a little history.. 2013 mark...
By: ke4mcl

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Feb 2013 16:44:53 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-an-Emergency-Phone-Charger-MacGyver-Style/
Make an Emergency Phone Charger - MacGyver Style! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPL/LL9N/HD4VQ052/FPLLL9NHD4VQ052.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPL/LL9N/HD4VQ052/FPLLL9NHD4VQ052.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPL/LL9N/HD4VQ052/FPLLL9NHD4VQ052.SMALL.jpg The King of Random In this video, you'll learn how to "MacGyver" a 40 Watt Electrical Generator from a cordless drill and a few household items.  Here's how to charge a phone, illuminate small lights, and make electricity in a pinch. For more projects like this, check out www.thekingofrandom.com Watch the Video! ...
By: The King of Random

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Feb 2013 06:15:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-repair-and-revive-an-american-made-Zenith-t/
How to repair and revive an american made Zenith transistor radio. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/2FRS/HD4VJRVY/FBH2FRSHD4VJRVY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/2FRS/HD4VJRVY/FBH2FRSHD4VJRVY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/2FRS/HD4VJRVY/FBH2FRSHD4VJRVY.SMALL.jpg ke4mcl this instructable takes for granted that you can solder, work with small parts, read values on capacitors, and have a basic understanding of electricity. transistor radios have been in production for over 50 years now. even early ones are common finds at yard sales and fleamarkets. they were the ip...
By: ke4mcl

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 13 Feb 2013 16:09:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Stylish-Two-Drawer-Faraday-Cage/
Stylish Two Drawer Faraday Cage - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/ACTJ/HCV9A1PJ/FZMACTJHCV9A1PJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/ACTJ/HCV9A1PJ/FZMACTJHCV9A1PJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/ACTJ/HCV9A1PJ/FZMACTJHCV9A1PJ.SMALL.jpg luxstar If you think you may need a Faraday cage and you don’t want to spend too much time or money and you want it to look nice in your den or home office then this is the project for you.  You can use your Faraday cage to store some of your electronic devices when they are not in use and protect them ag...
By: luxstar

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 11 Feb 2013 20:05:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Fractal-Magic-DIY-HDTV-Antenna/
Fractal Magic DIY HDTV Antenna - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU2/Q5H3/HD2RTUPO/FU2Q5H3HD2RTUPO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU2/Q5H3/HD2RTUPO/FU2Q5H3HD2RTUPO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU2/Q5H3/HD2RTUPO/FU2Q5H3HD2RTUPO.SMALL.jpg tigers58 After reading an article about the use of fractal mathematics in the design of cell phone antennas that have incredible bandwidth in spite of their extremely small size, I began to experiment with using a very simple fractal pattern, the Koch Snowflake, as the basis for an easy to build indoor HDTV ...
By: tigers58

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 12 Feb 2013 08:30:41 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Wireless-Power-Transfer-Simple-and-Fast-Way/
Wireless Power Transfer (Simple and Fast Way) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN6/L6IS/HCJO56GR/FN6L6ISHCJO56GR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN6/L6IS/HCJO56GR/FN6L6ISHCJO56GR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN6/L6IS/HCJO56GR/FN6L6ISHCJO56GR.SMALL.jpg A14 I've been searching about this topic for a year to make a simple project. However i found nothing simple. Every project contains hard to find materials and high voltage. I'm trying to make it simpler. I also find a Hungarian site about this project. But i made some changes. Schematic in this site wi...
By: A14

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 3 Feb 2013 10:56:03 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Stepper-Motor-Generator/
Stepper Motor Generator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA8/BOIY/HCJOFNX9/FA8BOIYHCJOFNX9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA8/BOIY/HCJOFNX9/FA8BOIYHCJOFNX9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA8/BOIY/HCJOFNX9/FA8BOIYHCJOFNX9.SMALL.jpg dannewoo This instructable goes over how to create a generator to power lights, charge a battery or capacitor, etc. with kinetic energy. Parts: Stepper Motor (with 4 cables) 8 diodes breadboard a load to charge or power Create a bridge rectifier using 8 diodes in a diamond formation Bridge Rectifier B...
By: dannewoo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 30 Jan 2013 23:41:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Darkness-Map-Data-Collection-Device/
Darkness Map Data Collection Device - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/00F8/HCJO4U86/FCF00F8HCJO4U86.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/00F8/HCJO4U86/FCF00F8HCJO4U86.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/00F8/HCJO4U86/FCF00F8HCJO4U86.SMALL.jpg gennaveeva The Darkness Map encompasses both data collection and visualization of nighttime light levels. You can add to the map by downloading the app for iPhone or Android, but you can also contribute data by creating your own data collection device. This tutorial will cover how to build an Arduino powered d...
By: gennaveeva

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 31 Jan 2013 19:53:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Etch-a-PCB/
How to Etch a PCB - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHB/R01C/HCJOFNMZ/FHBR01CHCJOFNMZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHB/R01C/HCJOFNMZ/FHBR01CHCJOFNMZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHB/R01C/HCJOFNMZ/FHBR01CHCJOFNMZ.SMALL.jpg dannewoo All materials used in this instructable came from the PCB Fab-In-A-Box Starter Kit which can be purchase here. You will also need to purchase some PCB Etching Solution. Design First you need to design the board using a service like Eagle, Fritzing or you can even just use Adobe Illustrator if you...
By: dannewoo

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