Silicon Chip Magazine

Silicon Chip is Australia's only electronics magazine, and is primarily directed to professionals, trades people and enthusiasts in the electronics, electrical, computer and related fields.

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(SC May 2010) Amplifiers which run from 12V DC generally don't put out much power and they are usually not hifi as well. But this little stereo amplifier ticks the power and low distortion boxes. With a 14.4
K5136

12V 20 Watt Amplifier Module Kit

Amplifiers which run from 12V DC generally don't put out much power and they are usually not hifi as well. But this little stereo amplifier ticks the power and low distortion boxes. (As seen in Silicon Chip Magazine May 2010)
$57.50
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(SC November '08) This small circuit can be used as a speed controller for a 12V motor rated up to 5A (continuous) or as a dimmer for a 12V halogen or standard incandescent lamp up to 50W. It varies the power to the load (motor or lamp) usi
K6008

12V Motor Speed / Light Dimmer Controller Kit

This small circuit can be used as a speed controller for a 12V motor rated up to 5A (continuous) or as a dimmer for a 12V halogen or standard incandescent lamp up to 50W. It varies the power to the load (motor or lamp) using pulse width modulation (as seen in Silicon Chip Magazine November ‘08).
$22.95
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(SC June '11) This gutsy little speed controller has a wide range of applications and is simple to build and use. There are no software settings to fiddle with but it does have some really useful features such as low-battery protection, soft start
K6007

12V/24V 20A DC Motor Speed Controller Kit

This gutsy little speed controller has a wide range of applications and is simple to build and use. There are no software settings to fiddle with but it does have some really useful features such as low-battery protection, soft start and adjustable pulse frequency. It can run from 12V or 24V batteries at currents of up to 20A. (as seen in Silicon Chip Magazine June ''11).
$46.14
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(SC Nov '11) Power Supply Board for K 5165 135W Ultra Low Distortion Amplifier.
K5168

135W Ultra LD Amplifier Power Supply Module

Power Supply Board for K 5165 135W Ultra Low Distortion Amplifier (as seen in Silicon Chip Magazine Nov’11).
$38.64
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(SC Jan-May '17) This completely new amp design incorporates most of the features of Silicon Chip Ultra-LD Mk4 200W amp but uses easy-to-solder through-hole components - no SMD!
K5157

200W SC200 Amplifier Module Kit

This completely new amp design incorporates most of the features of Silicon Chip Ultra-LD Mk4 200W amp but uses easy-to-solder through-hole components - no SMD! (Silicon Chip  Jan-May ‘17).
$118.18
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(SC Dec 2004) Extremely simple amplifier kit designed to be easy enough for beginners to assemble.  Delivers 20W RMS and is suitable for small hi-fi applications or a PC sound system.
K5116

20W Amplifier Module Kit

Extremely simple amplifier kit designed to be easy enough for beginners to assemble. Delivers 20W RMS and is suitable for small hi-fi applications or a PC sound system.(Silicon Chip Magazine Dec 2004).
$36.59
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(SC April '12) Are you alarmed by the juicy &quotsplatt&quot from your mains power point when you plug in something like a large plasma TV set? Do you sometimes burn out light and power point switches because of
K6042

240V Mains Soft Starter Kit

Are you alarmed by the juicy "splatt" from your mains power point when you plug in something like a large plasma TV set? Do you sometimes burn out light and power point switches because of appliance switch-on surge currents (as seen in Silicon Chip Magazine April ‘12).
$31.36
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This mono version of Silicon Chip’s new equaliser is perfect for instrument boxes or PA systems. It features extremely low noise and distortion, so it won’t degrade your signal. Multiple methods of powering the unit make fitting it into an existing system a breeze.
K5310

7 Band Mono Equaliser Kit

This mono version of Silicon Chip’s new equaliser is perfect for instrument boxes or PA systems. It features extremely low noise and distortion, so it won’t degrade your signal. Multiple methods of powering the unit make fitting it into an existing system a breeze.
$54.55
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This stereo version of Silicon Chip’s new equaliser is perfect for new and existing home Hi-Fi systems. It features extremely low noise and distortion, so it won’t degrade your signal. Multiple methods of powering the unit make fitting it into an existing system a breeze.
K5315

7 Band Stereo Equaliser Kit

This stereo version of Silicon Chip’s new equaliser is perfect for new and existing home Hi-Fi systems. It features extremely low noise and distortion, so it won’t degrade your signal. Multiple methods of powering the unit make fitting it into an existing system a breeze.
$77.27
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(SC January 2013) A fully upgraded and redesigned version of the 'Champ Amp'. Delivers up to 7 watts of peak power with lower noise and distortion levels. It also offers muting and standby control, plus two
K6066

7 Watt Champion Amplifier Kit

A fully upgraded and redesigned version of the 'Champ Amp'. Delivers up to 7 watts of peak power with lower noise and distortion levels. It also offers muting and standby control, plus two.(As seen in Silicon Chip Magazine January 2013)
$15.23
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(SC Feb '94)
 Physically about the same size as a standard 9V battery, this compact little amplifier delivers 0.5W of power into 8 ohms from a 9V battery.  Ideal for beginners, experimenting and small audio projects.
K2115

8 Ohm 0.5W Champ Power Amplifier Kit

Physically about the same size as a standard 9V battery, this compact little amplifier delivers 0.5W of power into 8 ohms from a 9V battery. Ideal for beginners, experimenting and small audio projects.(as seen in Silicon Chip Magazine Feb ’94)
$10.45
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High quality friction fit clear acrylic case designed to fit  the K5192 Stereo Hifi Valve Preamplifier kit.
K5193

Case To Suit K5192 Hifi Valve Preamplifier Kit

High quality friction fit clear acrylic case designed to fit the K5192 Stereo Hifi Valve Preamplifier kit.
$31.77
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(SC January 2013)  Designed to complement the K 6066 Champion Amp kit.  Utilises a low voltage op-amp IC with considerably better performance than the old 'Pre-Champ'.  Provides added gain to your signal whe
K6044

Champion Pre-Amp Kit

Designed to complement the K 6066 Champion Amp kit. Utilises a low voltage op-amp IC with considerably better performance than the old 'Pre-Champ'. Provides added gain to your signal when used with general audio circuits, microphones or instruments (as seen in Silicon Chip Magazine January 2013)
$15.23
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(SC Nov '12) This high specced power amplifier operates in Class 'D' as opposed to earlier amplifiers which run in the more conventional Class 'AB' or Class 'A'. The new Class 'D' amplifier offers the extrem
K5181

Classic 250W Class D Audio Amplifier Kit

(SC Nov '12) This high specced power amplifier operates in Class 'D' as opposed to earlier amplifiers which run in the more conventional Class 'AB' or Class 'A'. The new Class 'D' amplifier offers the extremely low distortion figures of a Class ''A'' whilst still having the efficiency of a standard class''AB'' amplifier (as seen in Silicon Chip Magazine Nov ’12).
$95.45
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(SC April '04) Allows quick &quotin-circuit&quot detection of defective electrolytic capacitors.  0.01-99&#937 autoranging. Includes case & fully screened & punched front panel.
K2574

ESR Meter Kit

Allows quick "in-circuit" detection of defective electrolytic capacitors. 0.01-99Ω autoranging. Includes case & fully screened & punched front panel (as seen in Silicon Chip Magazine April ‘04).
$95.45
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This simple and cheap device has many uses, but it’s mainly intended to replace multiple panel meters. It can also be used as a small additional text screen for PC, Raspberry Pi or any other computer with USB.
K2620

Five-Way LCD Panel Meter Kit

This simple and cheap device has many uses, but it’s mainly intended to replace multiple panel meters. It can also be used as a small additional text screen for PC, Raspberry Pi or any other computer with USB.
$58.18
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(EA Jan '99) A very simple, yet extraordinarily effective deterrent to car thieving persons. Controlled by a hidden switch inside your car, this alarm will sound an ear-piercing 110dB piezo siren inside you
K4362

Internal Siren MKII Alarm Kit

A very simple, yet extraordinarily effective deterrent to car thieving persons. Controlled by a hidden switch inside your car, this alarm will sound an ear-piercing 110dB piezo siren inside you (as seen in the Electronics Australia Projects, Jan '99)
$25.23
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Kelvin, the electronic cricket, is a bit of a smart alec. Just like a real cricket, he only starts chirping in the dark. And also like a real cricket, the warmer it is, the more rapidly he chirps. So you can actually tell the temperature, based on the sounds he makes!
K1109B

Kelvin Crazy Cricket Kit

Kelvin, the electronic cricket, is a bit of a smart alec. Just like a real cricket, he only starts chirping in the dark. And also like a real cricket, the warmer it is, the more rapidly he chirps. So you can actually tell the temperature, based on the sounds he makes!
$24.09
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(SC Feb '12) This tiny regulator board outputs 1.2-20V from a higher voltage DC supply at currents up to 1.5A. It's small, efficient and cheap to build, with many handy features such as a very low drop-ou
K6340

Mini Switching Regulator

This tiny regulator board outputs 1.2-20V from a higher voltage DC supply at currents up to 1.5A. It's small, efficient and cheap to build, with many handy features such as a very low drop-out voltage, little heat generation and electronic shut-down (as seen in Silicon Chip Magazine Feb ‘12)
$22.95
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(SC June '02) Add a remote control volume to your latest audio project or amplifier. Ideal for building into amplifiers or pre-amps. It features PIC controlled precision and a motorised pot so the knob will move whe
K5026

Motorised IR Volume Control Kit

Add a remote control volume to your latest audio project or amplifier. Ideal for building into amplifiers or pre-amps. It features PIC controlled precision and a motorised pot so the knob will move when you adjust the volume! (as seen in Silicon Chip Magazine June ‘02)
$41.77
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If you need to switch mains voltages, say from a micro's out- put or any other low voltage source, you need to isolate them from each other. That&amprsquos what this project does - it's easy to build and keeps mains voltages locked away from the controller and you! Virtually any low voltage source will do - from 2.7 to 10V.
K2930

Opto-Isolated Mains Relay

If you need to switch mains voltages, say from a micro's out- put or any other low voltage source, you need to isolate them from each other. That&rsquos what this project does - it's easy to build and keeps mains voltages locked away from the controller and you! Virtually any low voltage source will do - from 2.7 to 10V.
$31.36
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This is the recommended power supply for the K5116 Amplifier Module Kit.
K5117

Power Supply Kit To Suit K5116 Amplifier

This is the recommended power supply for the K5116 Amplifier Module Kit.
$20.86
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This remote control mains switch can be programmed to switch appliances on and off after a set period or to switch power on and off at set times.
K6130

Programmable Remote Control Mains Switch Kit

This remote control mains switch can be programmed to switch appliances on and off after a set period or to switch power on and off at set times. (as seen in Silicon Chip Magazine November ‘14).
$44.55
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(SC Jan '16) The quick brake module is designed to detect fast pedal movements between the accelerator and the brake, switching on the brake lights of your car before your foot reaches the brake pedal. This gives other drivers more notice when travelling behind you and reduces the risk of a rear end accident.
K4344

Quick Brake Automotive Light Kit

The quick brake module is designed to detect fast pedal movements between the accelerator and the brake, switching on the brake lights of your car before your foot reaches the brake pedal. This gives other drivers more notice when travelling behind you and reduces the risk of a rear end accident. (as seen in Silicon Chip Magazine Jan ‘16) .
$18.18
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This simple SMD Trainer project is a great way to practice soldering a variety of surface-mount devices.
K2001

SMD Soldering Trainer Kit

This simple SMD Trainer project is a great way to practice soldering a variety of surface-mount devices.
$25.45
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