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This book gives simplified explanations of how some electronic components work in a circuit. It also gives practical examples of building 2 simple projects. The physics isn’t complex and it doesn’t attempt to explain the ins and outs of “electrons”, “atoms” and such like. Instead, it will give you an understanding of what the components actually DO so that you can immediately begin to design your own simple circuits. The book may be copied as many times as required within an educational system.

Data Book 1 is an e-book of nearly 100 pages and is filled with handy information and circuits.

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Here are the most common pinouts for transistors:

This discussion covers 3 different Xenon flashing circuits from disposable cameras. From them, you will learn circuit tricks that have NEVER been shown in any theory book. 
The first circuit covers 6 BUILDING BLOCKS.
You will need an old "disposable Flash Camera" plus two extra parts to carry out the modifications.

A 250-amp Speed Controller for RC cars

An educational project using a $10.00 doorbell
No kits are available for this project

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