Voltage Inverter
This simple circuit is a good solution to the powering a dual supply op amp from a single battery problem. The circuit simply takes a positive voltage and inverts it. It uses only one 555 timer and a few other passive components, so it doesn't add much in the way of size and cost to a project.
Schematic
Parts
| Part | Total Qty. | Description | Substitutions |
| R1 | 1 | 24K 1/4 Watt Resistor | |
| R2 | 1 | 56K 1/4 Watt Resistor | |
| C1 | 1 | 3300pF 25V Ceramic Capacitor | |
| C2 | 1 | 47uF 25V Electrolytic Capacitor | |
| C3 | 1 | 10uF 25V Electrolytic Capacitor | |
| D1, D2 | 2 | 1N4148 Silicon Diode | |
| U1 | 1 | 555 Timer | |
| MISC | 1 | Wire, Board |
Notes
1. V+ can be anywhere from 4 to 16V. -V is one volt less than V+. So for -12V output, use +13V input. The maximum current output of the circuit is about 280mA, more than enough for a few op amps.
2. For better regulation, a 79LOxx series regulator can be used.
3. A zener diode may also be used to regualte the output voltage.
Title: Voltage Inverter
electronic circuit
Source: www.aaroncake.net
Published on: 2005-02-03
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