Jeff, I think, even ATMega328 is avalable in SMD package, isn't it? The one that's used in Nano...
The Atmega is available in SMT but then I would need to add communication circuitry. I'll look into doing that too. It shouldn't be too hard. We could make the leap to a network connection too.
And this is just one step away from the logging events to online portal, gathering all statistics, etc. Let's gradually move on this direction 😉
Sounds good to me. Do you think we should just run the atmega or do we need something higher powered for logging? Beaglebone Black looks interesting.
I've been looking at the Arduino Nano schematics. The schematic shows an open pin that the datasheet says needs to be grounded for proper operation of the FTDI USB chip. I think I'm going to need to dissect one of my Nano's.
Use the uno USB converter (Atmega16U2). windows native driver , faster - no fuss.
Did not have the ftdi / chinese convertor issues with it.🙄
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Did not have the ftdi / chinese convertor issues with it.🙄
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My only concern there is the FTDI chip is easier to work with. SSOP is easier to pull off the board if there's problems.
Chaps very sorry for the OT but for the power rail mosfet - any suggestion for a part that comes in a non-smd package (eg to-220 to-3p etc) ?
I know smd has many many advantages but a bone for the luddites would be much appreciated.
I know smd has many many advantages but a bone for the luddites would be much appreciated.
Sorry Thimos. I thought you were looking for the latest version as in the one I'm building now. This whole board has been built and tested except for the SS relay section. That part of the circuit was on daughter cards in the last version. It worked great but it was terrible to assemble.
These look like they should work but I've never used them IRFP4468PBF International Rectifier | Mouser
Sample parts have arrived for the next rev of protection board as well. Now I'm having second thoughts about microcontrollers. Is Atmega328 enough or would the Arduino Mega version be better?
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Super-cool! 😎 Ultimate protection.
Arduino Mega's chip (2560) has got 54 digital input/output pins (of which 15 can be used as PWM outputs), 16 analog inputs, etc., however, it works at the same 16MHz clock "speed", so unless we want to do A LOT of analog measurements / PWM control / utilize lots of GPIO pins, 328 is more than enough. In fact, it's just right for what we need.
For logging and portal interaction via Internet connection - you are right - it's better to use something like Raspberry or other board with operating system and SS storage...
Looks real good , jeff !!
Your (and Val's) creation saved me more grief today. Came home to red flashing
lights !! 😱
Kid's wanted louder rock while I was gone , must of done something (short) while
hooking up more speakers (have lot's of those).
So , this project "saves butts" on a day to day basis. Whether it is my stupidity or
youthful enthusiasm.
Thanks , guys ..... Really !!
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Your (and Val's) creation saved me more grief today. Came home to red flashing
lights !! 😱
Kid's wanted louder rock while I was gone , must of done something (short) while
hooking up more speakers (have lot's of those).
So , this project "saves butts" on a day to day basis. Whether it is my stupidity or
youthful enthusiasm.
Thanks , guys ..... Really !!
OS