Repairing a modified dollar store light pileofstuff 2024-10-18 | A year or so back, I made some modifications to a cheap dollar store light, and until recently it was working well. Until it didn't.Today, I'm checking what's wrong and fixing it.-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Mailbag Monday 203 pileofstuff 2024-10-14 | Can you believe it, it's Monday already. That means it's tie to crack a beer and open the mail!10Pcs New IRL540 IRL540N power MOSFET TO-220 TEUS.FMpileofstuff.ca/r/c0icqribbon cable flat 10ppileofstuff.ca/r/h3cwb (search link)28mm 35mm 45mm Alligator Crocodile Electrical Test Clip Plastic Meter Clamp DIYpileofstuff.ca/r/hl8n7T12 Soldering Iron Tips Replacement Various Models of Tip Electric Soldering Iron Tip T12-ILS D52 K KU I D24 BC2 C4 C1 JL02pileofstuff.ca/r/kc7r050uA-30A DC Ammeter 5V-300V DC/AC Voltmeter 85C1/85L1 Analog Panel Meter 65x56mmpileofstuff.ca/r/8igpu-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Curiosity teardown: landscape lighting power supply pileofstuff 2024-10-11 | I'm taking a look inside another curb find - this time it's a couple of landscape lighting power supplies. Before the cheap spike lights were available at dollar stores, path lighting was commonly cabled together and powered from a mains power suply.These ones are 12 VAC and have a photocell as well as a few timing modes.Let's take a look inside and sse if there is anything worth salvaging. -----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
First look: Elecrow Pi Terminal pileofstuff 2024-10-04 | Elecrow sent me this interesting device for review.They call it "Pi Terminal-7” 1024*600 IPS HMI CM4 Panel All-In-One Module Raspberry Pi CM4 Industrial Computer With Rich Interfaces, 4G/LoRa/GPS/WiFi/BLE"But how I'd describe it is a 7 inch touch screen with integrated Raspberry Pi Compute module (CM4) and a lot of hardware ports broken out. Their description leans on it's ability as a Node Red terminal, and while it does come with Node Red server pre-installed, it can be used for many other touch screen control panel type applications.Product page:elecrow.com/pi-terminal-7-1024-600-ips-hmi-panel-all-in-one-module-raspberry-pi-cm4-industrial-computer-with-rich-interfaces.html?idd=5More detail on the WIKI page:elecrow.com/wiki/Pi-Terminal.htmlUser manual: elecrow.com/download/product/DIS01447T/7_inch_CM4_Pi_Terminal_User_Manual.pdfNew users on the Elecrow website has a $20 PCB Assembly couponBecome a new user: elecrow.com/customer/account/create/?idd=5PCB Assembly page: elecrow.com/pcb-assembly.html?idd=5Another Maker's Node Red playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLixQt02ELp8rkPgeoBj1q7nZwNBWIhvBrIn the video I mentioned I wasn't getting a commission for this (and at the time that was true), but after I recorded the video, they offered me a commission link, so if you want to buy one and you don't mind me earning a small commission, here's that link: pileofstuff.ca/r/l080gOtherwise you can also choose to buy through the first link above.-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Mailbag Monday202 pileofstuff 2024-09-30 | Welcome back to the ongoing saga of mailbag Monday.This time more surprising that usual, as more stuff comes in from anonymous donors.Links:DC 3V 5V 6V 9V 12V Push-Pull Solenoid Through Type Electromagnet Stroke 4mmpileofstuff.ca/r/mgc6d1PCS NEW Digispark Kickstarter Attiny85 USB Development Board for arduinopileofstuff.ca/r/uzw1l (search link)prototyping pcb 5x7cmpileofstuff.ca/r/fgtce (search link)10pcs small insulation boot metal alligator clip electric test crocodile pileofstuff.ca/r/xvafyCard Lamp Led Keychain Mini Led Lightpileofstuff.ca/r/b2k91 (search link) -----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
relaxing kit build: signal generator pileofstuff 2024-09-27 | This kit was among a bunch of donations to the channel recently. It calls itself a "DDS signal generator".There's not a huge number of components, so I would call it relatively beginner friendly - but I still managed to make a rookie mistake. web pages referenced in this video:scienceprog.com/avr-dds-signal-generator-v20en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Direct_digital_synthesisen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Resistor_ladder-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
curiosity teardown: UV sterilization lights pileofstuff 2024-09-20 | I picked up some interesting stuff on a recent free giveaway weekend.Let's take a look inside these UV sterilization lights-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Mailbag Monday 201 pileofstuff 2024-09-16 | Here we go again Mailbag Monday is back for another week. A few things I've ordered, a few things people have sent in. Should be interesting!Links:1PCS New Solderless Breadboard 400 Point Tie Prototype Test Bread Board PCBpileofstuff.ca/r/viru4 (search link)male pin header 10pcspileofstuff.ca/r/5wgvi (search link)Piezo Sheet Percussion Vibration Shock Sensor Switch Module DC 5Vpileofstuff.ca/r/ghhg2ir reflective sensorpileofstuff.ca/r/npw7w (search link)Composite AV RCA to HDMI Video Converter Adapter 720p 1080p Upscaler USB Poweredpileofstuff.ca/r/f9uyu-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
A cheap stage lighting solution featuring the raspberry pi zero pileofstuff 2024-09-13 | I was looking for an affordable way to convert Artnet to DMX for my cheap stage lights. And I think I've found it, with the help of one of the cheapest single board computers - the Raspberry Pi ZeroHere's the resources I referenced to get this done:instructables.com/How-to-Use-DMX512-RDM-With-Raspberry-Piopenlighting.org/olaqlcplus.orgen.wikipedia.org/wiki/DMX512en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Art-Netraspberrypi.com/products/raspberry-pi-zero-2-wraspberrypi.com/softwareRS485 module (search link): pileofstuff.ca/r/7vsoy-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
1970s era home automation. Who remembers X10? pileofstuff 2024-09-06 | Who else is old enough to remember when X10 was the state of the art in home automation?I found this bag full of X10 modules at a garage sale and decided I needed to learn more about this old systemWikipedia has a good article on the details of the system:pileofstuff.ca/r/t7cqkAnd, surprisingly, these are still on the market, even even 40 years after they made their debut:homecontrols.com/home-automation/lighting-appliance-controls/shop-by-technology/x10-lighting-appliance-controlsx10.com/collections/all-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Mailbag Monday 200 🍻 🎇 pileofstuff 2024-09-02 | Welcome to this special 200th mailbag monday.Today, all the packages are things that viewers have sent in, so it's all a complete surprise to me.And here's the links (all search links) to most of it:ZX-6R Aluminum Swingarm Slider Spoolspileofstuff.ca/r/ujdd7t10 led bulbspileofstuff.ca/r/rlkizstainless steel cable tiespileofstuff.ca/r/2l0z9rgb led strip 12v us adapterpileofstuff.ca/r/986l2diy fm radio kitpileofstuff.ca/r/7do40diy am fm radio kitpileofstuff.ca/r/oudxg-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
relaxing kit build: logic probe pileofstuff 2024-08-30 | An anonymous supporter of the channel sent this logic probe kit in a few weeks ago.Its time to chill out and put it together.-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Curiosity teardown: Codaphone touch-tone coder pileofstuff 2024-08-23 | today, I'm taking a look at a telephony device from about 40 years ago.One that has been rendered obsolete a long time ago.-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Mailbag Monday 199 pileofstuff 2024-08-19 | Grab yourself a drink and pull up a comfy chair. It's mailbag Monday time againLinks:10pcs DC Power Jack DC-005 5.5*2.1mmpileofstuff.ca/r/6afnw5pcs DIY Prototype Paper PCB Universal Board 5x7pileofstuff.ca/r/yl6yx (search link)1PCS New Solderless Breadboard 400 Point Tie Prototype Test Bread Board PCBpileofstuff.ca/r/2j21k (search link)10CC UV Curable Solder Mask PCB BGA Circuit Board Protect Soldering Pastepileofstuff.ca/r/envtzfountain pen jinhao x750pileofstuff.ca/r/4hgw4 (search link)-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Automated camera arm. 3rd time is the charm! pileofstuff 2024-08-16 | Today I'm revisiting an old project for the 3rd (and hopefully final) time.This is my overhead camera mover arm thing.First video: youtu.be/R5MEBZYgvk8second attempt: youtu.be/-pzL2prp8e8By the end of this, I have a working and quite usable way to slowly and automatically move a small camera above my work bench. Hopefully this will help keep the videos more visually interesting, while reducing my distractions and allowing me to remain focused on the actual task on my work bench.Here's the website for Silent Control Boards, if you are interested in learning more about the stepper motor controller I used: silentcontrolboards.comThanks Ken for sending me this one to explore and experiment with.-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Kit build with cheap tools? pileofstuff 2024-08-09 | Today I'm taking a crack at a simple kit with the sub-optimal tools that a beginner might have access to for only a few dollars (or might already have kicking around the place).Obviously the preferred option is to use the best tools you can afford, but that's not always an option for everyone.-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Mailbag Monday 198 pileofstuff 2024-08-05 | It's that time again.Grab yourself a drink and join me for the opening of the mail.Links:2.7mm WS2812B LED Strip Ultra Narrow 160Leds/M Individually Addressable RGBIC Light Strip Dreamcolor DC5V/12Vpileofstuff.ca/r/8jnxuLogic Pen Electronic Kit (search link)pileofstuff.ca/r/ulbcvSilicone cable red black wire Car Battery Automotive wiring Electrical wires 10awg 8awg 6awg 4awg 2awg 18 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 awgpileofstuff.ca/r/rfve7Powercon Connector Lockable Cable Connector + Chassis Socket for Electric Drill LED Screen Stage Lighting Power Connectingpileofstuff.ca/r/b6xnydht11 temperature sensor module (search link)pileofstuff.ca/r/l0quu-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
curiosity teardown: cellphone booster pileofstuff 2024-08-02 | These cell booster things have been a thorn in my side for much of my career.Today, I'm tearing one apart to see what's inside it. And ranting about them *possibly* a bit too much...Here's the datasheet for the big chip inside. pdf1.alldatasheet.com/datasheet-pdf/view/35820/RFMD/RF3108.html-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Making a simple parts storage rack pileofstuff 2024-07-26 | Today, it's a simple shop infrastructure project.I've been getting several parts assortments recently that all come in similar small divider boxes, and in the interest of not having the pile of them fall all over the floor, I'm making a storage rack for them.The design was easy using the free tools at makercase.comAnd then made a few modifications to the file using inkscape.org (free, open source and available for most operating systems)And then I cut it all out using my Creality Falcon 2 laserCreality UKpileofstuff.ca/r/8c30iCreality EUpileofstuff.ca/r/pis9iCreality worldwidepileofstuff.ca/r/pvnd0discount code: FNPALL10Here's the files I generated during this video: pileofstuff.ca/project_files/boxholderbox#CrealityFalcon @CrealityFalcon -----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Mailbag Monday 197 pileofstuff 2024-07-22 | It's that time again! What surprised are waiting in the mail today?Links:keypad repair KIT for IR remote controllers - 100pcs conductive pads ，1.5mm~10mmpileofstuff.ca/r/6d5ogpin header male (search link)pileofstuff.ca/r/9p78y19/20 Pin USB 3.0 Female To 9 Pin USB 2.0 Male Motherboard Header Adapter pileofstuff.ca/r/ok1sd5 meter Twisted pair shielded cable 2 4 6 8-24 core pure copper core 26-18 AWG PVC sheathed control wire 485 communication wirepileofstuff.ca/r/m5tggNeon Strip DC 12V 2835 120Leds/M Home DIY Neon Sign Flexible Ribbion Rope LED Strip White/Blue/Pink/Yellow/Green 1m 2m 5mpileofstuff.ca/r/0t9sv-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Curiosity teardown: solar bug light from the dollar store pileofstuff 2024-07-19 | How good (or bad) can a $5 solar powered bug zapper from Dollarama be?There's only one way to find out...datasheetcafe.com/yx8018-datasheet-pdfen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Voltage_multiplier-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Cheap microphone preamp. Is it any good? pileofstuff 2024-07-12 | I picked up a really cheap microphone pre-amp recently. Today, I'm going to test it out and see if it will help me with my ancient Shure microphone.spoiler alert: It failed my most basic testWikipedia phantom power article:en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phantom_powerAnd the JFET article: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/JFETCloudlifter patent (with schematics): patents.google.com/patent/US9668045B1/en?oq=us9668045b1-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Mailbag Monday 196 pileofstuff 2024-07-08 | It's mailbag time again.Grab yourself a drink and a comfy chair - let's get into it!Links:Deburring Tool Kit, Debur Knife, Great Burr Remover Hand Tool with One Blade for Wood/Plastic/Aluminum/Copper and Steelpileofstuff.ca/r/6mlk61/2/4/8/10 Ohm 100W Watt Shell Power Aluminum Housed Case Wirewound Resistorpileofstuff.ca/r/0k48vmagnetizer demagnetizer tool (search link)pileofstuff.ca/r/nw49w75PCS/Box Micro USB Connector Pin Plug Charge Female SMT Socket Jack Set Kitpileofstuff.ca/r/20cut5 Roll 18 AWG Stranded Wire Spool-Flexible 18 PVC Tinned Copper Electronic Wi - Electrical Tinned Copper Wire-5 Colors - 16.4ftpileofstuff.ca/r/o7lzv-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
first look: OWON SDS1202 Digital Oscilloscope pileofstuff 2024-07-05 | Banggood sent me the OWON SDS1202 Digital Oscilloscope for evaluation.After spending some time with it, I think it will be a good replacement for my old Tektronics 'scope. Bigger brighter screen, more functions, quiet fanless operation, and much smaller footprint on my work bench - all good things!For more information, or to buy one:OWON SDS1202 Digital Oscilloscope at Banggood.com: pileofstuff.ca/r/ftt59Here's the full manual on the manufacturer's website: pileofstuff.ca/r/m602jOWON SDS1202 Digital Oscilloscope Code:BG6c49daPrice:US$244.99Link:https://ban.ggood.vip/14YE2-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
relaxing kit build: Burglar alarm featuring 556 timer pileofstuff 2024-06-28 | Today feels like a good day for a nice relaxing kit build.Today's kit is the "Burglar Alarm with Time Delay NE555 DIY soldering kit" from Universal Solder universal-solder.ca/burglar-alarm-with-time-delay-diy-kitIt's a relatively straightforward cet of circuits that are a decent demonstration of a few circuit principles, and builds up into a nice little finished product.For a better understanding of the oscillator part, here is the book that several generations of hobbyists learned from: Engineer's Mini Notebook- 555 Timer IC Circuits by Forest Mimsarchive.org/details/555-designs-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Mailbag Monday 195 pileofstuff 2024-06-24 | Mailbag, mailbag, mailbag!Grab yourself a drink, it's time to open the mail.Links:LED Cob Meteor Shower Flowing Water Lamp DC 3V LED Filament Diodes 2200k Blue Red Green Parts Incandescent Light Accessoriespileofstuff.ca/r/9zdjz100x USB-C Female Plug Connector Repair Set - Type C Solder Replacement Kitpileofstuff.ca/r/51ckfdupont breadboard wire 10cm (search link)pileofstuff.ca/r/lp9kvBR solid state drive 256G 512G 2.5"SATA3 SSD 128G 240G 1TB hard drive disk SATA 960G 2TB internal SSD for laptop desktop PCpileofstuff.ca/r/c63vzBuilt-In Microphone Preamplifier For Dynamic And Passive Ribbon Microphonespileofstuff.ca/r/cer01-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
First look: Kaiweets KTI-W01 thermal camera : Using a Thermal Camera for electronics projects pileofstuff 2024-06-21 | Kaiweets sent me their KTI-W01 thermal camera to take a look at, so let's see what it's all about.They're calling it "The Best Budget Handheld Thermal Camera". And it is the best one I've tried out so far.Buy from official webstore: kaiweets.com/products/kti-w01-handheld-thermal-camera?sca_ref=2992002.4dudzVMPCVDiscount code: PS15(Available sitewide at Kaiweets.com and it never expires.)Buy from Amazon: amazon.com/dp/B0CB7Q6J7910% off code: WVEUH3HM$40 coupon: Apply on product page(Save 10% plus $40 in total)#ElectronicsCreators #thermalcamera #thermalimaging #thermalimager #Electronicprojects #DIY -----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Curiosity teardown: cheap robot vacuum cleaner pileofstuff 2024-06-14 | Remember that cheap "robot" vacuum cleaner I got in the last mailbag?Y'know, the one that didn't actually work when I opened it?Let's open it up, see if it's fixable, and find out if it sucks or not.-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Mailbag Monday 194 pileofstuff 2024-06-10 | Welcome back to the ongoing saga of Mailbag MondayThis time I've got things that are interesting, horrible, erroneous and surprising.Links:Micro Solenoid Electromagnet for Miniature Digital Camera Shutter pileofstuff.ca/r/tprwr10PCS HV9910B SOP8 HV9910 SOP 9910B SOP-8 SMD HV9910BLG-G SQ9910B LED driver chippileofstuff.ca/r/9qf2wheat shrink solder seal wire connectorspileofstuff.ca/r/fnixyWholesale Full Dream Color LED Strip String Fairy Lights WS2811 RGBIC Addressable Individually 5V IP67 Decorate Christmas treepileofstuff.ca/r/l4dq8Smart Sweeping Robot Household Mini Intelligent Sweeping Robot Sweeping Dragging Suction All in One Machinepileofstuff.ca/r/hl55t-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
First Look: Creality Falcon2 Pro Laser Cutter/Engraver pileofstuff 2024-06-07 | Creality sent me their new Falcon 2 Pro 40 watt laser cutter/engraver.This unit is an upgrade to the previous model in several ways.If you are interested in learning more, or buying one use this discount code: FNPALL10Creality UKpileofstuff.ca/r/8c30iCreality EUpileofstuff.ca/r/pis9iCreality worldwidepileofstuff.ca/r/pvnd0 Creality’s social media in your video description: YouTube：youtube.com/@FalconLaserOfficial FB Group: facebook.com/groups/falconlaserengraver Here's a couple of other reviewers opinions on this unit:@saveitforparts : youtube.com/watch?v=HDBpc1x_yrA @windyhillfoundry5940 : youtube.com/watch?v=aiPbRWovxiY@ThatModelRailwayGuy : youtube.com/watch?v=ZawM1CHb6vE #falcon laser #CrealityFalcon #Falcon2Pro40W #FalconEngraver #FalconCutter-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
building a simple electronic load pileofstuff 2024-05-31 | After testing a cheap power supply a few weeks ago, I decided I should have a basic electronic load if I'm going to test power supplies in teh future.So I grabbed an assortment of components from my accumulation and threw this one together.Obviously this would be more ideal if I designed it properly and used optimum parts, but it still works using whatever I had lying around.The circuit I built is based on this article: codrey.com/electronic-circuits/simple-electronic-dc-load-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Mailbag Monday 193 pileofstuff 2024-05-27 | Mailbag time again!.Grab yourself a drink and let's see what showed up in the mail this week.Links:PD/QC Decoy Board Fast Charging Trigger Board Module USB Type-c High Speed Charger Power Delivery Boost Module Charger Partspileofstuff.ca/r/giv9upg7 cable gland (search link)pileofstuff.ca/r/kj7loSingle Sided Conductive Copper Foil Tape Mask Electromagnetic Shield Eliminate EMIAnti-static Repair Adhesive Tapepileofstuff.ca/r/ze9kuir reflective sensor (search link)pileofstuff.ca/r/f2axuTPU 3D Printer Flexible Filament 250g 1.75mm Length 80Mpileofstuff.ca/r/8z8ej-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Curiosity teardown: SlingBox pileofstuff 2024-05-24 | Anyone remember the Slingbox?It was a video streaming box that would let you stream any video source in your house to another location on the internet . It was intended to let you watch your hometown TV while you were travelling.I say "was" because it relied on a cloud server that the manufacturer shut down, bricking the boxes that people had bought.Anyway, I found this one on the curb, so let's tear it down and see what's inside.There was a community project to resurrect these, but it needed some security credentials to be pulled from the Sling server, which is no longer online...-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
I made my brothers game more annoying! pileofstuff 2024-05-17 | My brother asked me to combine a couple of things to convert a kids game into a loud drinking game. -----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Mailbag Monday 192 pileofstuff 2024-05-12 | Welcome back, my friends, to the series that never ends - It's Mailbag Monday!More goodies for tinkering and experimenting. And another surprise from viewers like you.Links:GT2 2GT-K Idler Timing Drive Pulleys 16T 20T For 6mm Synchronous Belt Aluminiumpileofstuff.ca/r/ch83212V WS2811 White Running 5050 LED Pixel Strip Light Addressable 60LEDs/mpileofstuff.ca/r/6sy1h12V WS2811 Addressable 5050 RGB LED Pixel Flexible Strip Light Dream Magic Colorpileofstuff.ca/r/mu12n90W USB PD Car Charger 3 Ports USB Type C Fast Charger Quick Charge 3.0 Car Phone Adapter For iPhone 15 14 Xiaomi Samsung Huaweipileofstuff.ca/r/ya2zgXlr Cable Male to Female High Quailty 3 Pin Audio Lines To Interconnection With Microphone Multimedia Sound Amppileofstuff.ca/r/u4gyl100 Cable Ties 150x12mm T-Buckle Strap Nylon Ring Strap Black Back-to-Back Data Cable Self-Adhesive Cable Management Tiespileofstuff.ca/r/4y4fc4PCS MG996R 55g Metal Gear Torque Digital Servo 15KG for RC Helicopter Car Robotpileofstuff.ca/r/vui9mPanther Peristaltic Pumps Drive Silent Stepper Motor Controllerpileofstuff.ca/r/zletu-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Calgary Maker Faire 2024 pileofstuff 2024-05-10 | I decided to check out the closest Maker Faire to me, which happened to be in Calgary. it's also the first event of this type I've attended.Here's a montage tour of some of the things I saw.I am especially impressed at how many STEM programs they have in the community, including multiple FIRST robotics groups at all age groups.Here's a list of the groups who participated with displays and presentations: pileofstuff.ca/r/ukx0q-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Arduino relay board : beginner friendly kit build pileofstuff 2024-05-03 | This kit is a beginner friendly soldering project that can expand the capabilities of an Arduino Uno or Mega board to allow for controlling higher current (or voltage) loads. CANADUINO 8-Channel Stackable I2C Relay Shield for Arduino – DIY Kit universal-solder.ca/product/8-channel-i2c-relay-shield-for-arduinocircuit board holder pileofstuff.ca/r/uy9gj (Ebay)pileofstuff.ca/r/nld1s (Aliexpress)pileofstuff.ca/r/ny1lv (Banggood)-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Mailbag Monday 191 pileofstuff 2024-04-29 | It's mailbag Monday again! My favourite day of the week.More of the cheapest electronics related goodness i could find and a couple more surprise donations from viewers like you.Links:prototyping perfboard (search link)pileofstuff.ca/r/vzz2d3.5mm Audio Cable Stereo Aux Wire 6Ft Male to Male M/Mpileofstuff.ca/r/ecg6jPD/QC Decoy Board Fast Charge USB Boost Module Type-c PD2.0 PD3.0 9V 12V 15V 20V Fast Charge Trigger Polling Detector Modulepileofstuff.ca/r/yjplkCanon Plug Socket Male/Female Microphone Audio XLR Connector 3P/4P/5P Contact`gopileofstuff.ca/r/290zgdm41a08 led indicator bar (search link)pileofstuff.ca/r/h07ip-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Salvaging free parts from junk pileofstuff 2024-04-26 | It is spring. Which means as the snow melts all kinds of junk shows itself in the mud.Some of that junk is discarded electronics, so today I'm on a salvage mission to see if any of it can be harvested for re-use.-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Testing a cheap power supply pileofstuff 2024-04-19 | This cheap Aliexpress 12 volt power supply showed up in the last mailbag, and I wanted to run it through its paces to see how bad (or good) it is.I hope to push it harder in the future to see where it maxes out, but I've go t to wait for more power resistors to arrive first.-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Mailbag Monday 190 pileofstuff 2024-04-15 | All sorts of interesting things in the mail today.And another surprise from an anonymous donor!Links:VS1003B VS1053 MP3 Module Development Board Onboard recording functionpileofstuff.ca/r/ybrsdUltra Thin LED Power Supply DC 12V 24V Lighting Transformers 100W 150W 200W AC180-260V Driver For LED Strip Lightspileofstuff.ca/r/edgu85/10Pcs Yellow Cleaning Sponge Cleaner for Enduring Electric Welding Soldering Iron 3.5cm*5cmhttps://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DC81RbL6/9/12mm 231 TZ-White-Label Tape 221 211 Laminated Tape 631 431 531 Labeling Ribbon Compatible for Brother PT-H110 Label Makerpileofstuff.ca/r/7reek50Pcs Metal Business Cards aluminum alloy Blanks Card for Customer Laser Engraving DIY Gift Cards 11Colors Optionalpileofstuff.ca/r/ph9sz(Single Suite-White)Classic DIY Arcade Joystick Kit 5Pin 8 Way Joystick Modelpileofstuff.ca/r/hktq1-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Whats inside a Hatchimals? Curiosity teardown pileofstuff 2024-04-12 | This wee beasite showed up in a package that Carleton sent me.I've never seen these things before, but it's a sort of "electronic pet", similar to a Furby or Tamagotchi.What got me curious, though, is what's inside it?-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Easy kit build: touch switch with timer pileofstuff 2024-04-05 | today I'm building another of the kits that Universal Solder sent me earlier this year.This time it's a relatively straightforward build - a touch switch with built-in delay timer: universal-solder.ca/product/touch-sensor-light-switch-delay-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Mailbag Monday 189 pileofstuff 2024-04-01 | There's an interesting looking variety of packages in the mailbox today. Including a couple of unexpected donations!Grab yourself a drink and let's get into it.fortwhyte.org is the beneficiary of the beer's fundraiserLinks:Desoldering Braid Welding Solder Remover Wick Wire Lead Cord Flux BGA Repairpileofstuff.ca/r/sl93550 PCS ESD Small 1.5" x 2.8"_4 x 7cm Anti Static Zipper Bags Electronic Packingpileofstuff.ca/r/p71xyBTBcoin 19+1 20Pin 4 Port USB 3.0 HUB Front Panel Combo Bracket USB3.0 Hub Adapter for PC Desktop 3.5" FDD Floppy Disk Drive Baypileofstuff.ca/r/8oypyC2C caberQU USB-C Cable Testerpileofstuff.ca/r/tcp40-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
LED safety triangle -repair/teardown pileofstuff 2024-03-29 | This is a quick diagnosis and repair (and curiosity teardown while I'm at it) of a flashing LED safety thing a friend-of-a-friend asked me to try and fix. Turned out to be one of the most common types of failure and a very easy repair-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Road construction warning light (curiosity teardown) pileofstuff 2024-03-22 | Last week Big Clive did a video on a road construction warning light, which reminded me that I have one of those as well - but a somewhat different style, and probably older.Today, I'm taking a look inside to see how similar (or different) they are.Here's Big Clive's video: youtu.be/tH2qW0tqhgo-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Mailbag Monday 188 pileofstuff 2024-03-18 | Happy Monday, it's tie to open the mail!More things I thought was interesting during my late night ebay trolling, and a few unexpected things from you guys.Zack Freedman's gridfinity system:youtu.be/ra_9zU-mnl8youtu.be/7FCwMq-rVsYThe links:Round Disc NdFeB Magnets Dia 6mm-15mm Thick 1mm-10mm Super Strong Rare Earth N35pileofstuff.ca/r/r3e1drelective ir module (search link)pileofstuff.ca/r/4fd48Universal Solder Lead Benderpileofstuff.ca/r/mm04kCANADUINO PCB Ruler 10 cm – 4 inch pileofstuff.ca/r/hdbqk1pc MOFI Grado PH-1 Phono Amplifier(MM) RIAA-DIY Kit (search link)pileofstuff.ca/r/hbq7iElectronic DIY Kit SMD SMT Components Welding Practice Soldering Self-Assemblypileofstuff.ca/r/mjij1-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
ESD wrist strap tester pileofstuff 2024-03-15 | This ESD wrist strap tester has been hanging on the wall of the shop at work fo many years, and recently it stopped working.Which gives me the chance to bring it home and see what's inside!-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
First look: DMX512 LED strip controller pileofstuff 2024-03-08 | Today I'm exploring the SP201 DMX512 to LED strip controller.I wasn't able to find a lot of information about this thing online, and the "manual" that comes with it leaves a *lot* to be desired. Hopefully my explorations can be helpful to someone who gets their hands on one in the future.It can control several types of addressable LEDs (including the common WS2812/2812 types) as well as acting as a 5 channel PWM dimmer for standard LEDs and stips.I got this thing cheap on Ebay: pileofstuff.ca/r/wcgij-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
Mailbag Monday 187 pileofstuff 2024-03-04 | Mailbag Monday! My favourite day of the week.And this week there's a couple of things that I'm especially interested in. even more than usual.The links:M3 M4 M5 M6 M8 304 Stainless Steel DIN933 Hex Hexagon Head Screws Bolt Nut Screwpileofstuff.ca/r/f2kufType C USB 3.1 Hub USB-C to USB 3.0/ HDMI/ Type C Female 3-in-1 MacBook Adapter pileofstuff.ca/r/48os6Waterproof DSLR Soft Camera Lens Pouch Protector Cover Bag Case Set S M L XLpileofstuff.ca/r/v2vmaRepair Hex Nut Key Hand Tool Socket Driver Screwdriver Wrench Nutdriver (7mm)pileofstuff.ca/r/4onlaSP201E DMX512 Decoder SPI controller for SK6812 WS2801 WS2813 ws2812 led strippileofstuff.ca/r/wcgij-----My tip jar: patreon.com/pileofstuffMy other tip jar (channel membership) : youtube.com/channel/UCRiFz3gNKE3VysarZ7nmqIA/joinBuy me a coffee (or a beer): ko-fi.com/pileofstuffIf you are OK with me getting a commission on your purchases, feel free to use my affiliate links: Ebay: ebay.to/33IF7PABanggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsfSome other links to products may be affiliate linksodysee.com/@pileofstuff#ElectronicsCreators-----This isn't the only way to do it.It's probably not the best way to do it.But it's how I did it.
