Overview
Learn how to use transistors and MOSFETs with Arduino to control high-current DC loads in this comprehensive video tutorial. Explore the fundamentals of transistors as the building blocks of modern electronics and discover how to utilize power transistors and MOSFETs to drive high-current devices using Arduino's logic-level outputs. Begin with a simple transistor switch to control a high-current DC lamp, then progress to handling inductive loads like motors and relays using diodes to manage back-EMF. Delve into the advantages of MOSFETs over standard transistors and apply this knowledge to control an RGB LED strip in a colorful experiment. Cover topics including transistor switching, motor control, and MOSFET-based RGB LED strip light control, providing practical insights for Arduino enthusiasts and electronics hobbyists.
Syllabus
- Introduction
- Transistors and MOSFETs
- Transistor Switching Demo
- Transistor Motor Control
- MOSFET RGB LED Strip Light Control
Taught by
DroneBot Workshop