How to Make a Dimmer Switch
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How to Make a Dimmer Switch
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In this instructables I will show you how to make a dimmer switch
Components Needed
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1)bt136 triac
2)2× 220k/400v capacitor
3)224j/400v capacitor
4)33ohm resistor
5)2× 68k resistor
6)8k2 resistor
7)diac
8)100k volume control
9) dot board
Circuit Diagram
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Final Procedure
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Now we need a project enclosure I make a hole for volume control and a hole for cord wire finally need a 3pin plug and close your box make sure there is no short circuit in the box insulate all wire.
Final Result
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Now our project is complete you can control brightness of incandescent lamps and speed control of ac motor finally the temperature of soldering iron.
More Details in This Video
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