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Electronics Notes by Ian Poole

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My aim is to provide clear summaries & information about electronics, radio & connectivity. I’ve had a fantastic career in electronics - now I’d like to help others into it. Website: https://www.electronics-notes.com #electronics #RFdesign #antennas

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Battery Types & Technologies: a primer

There are various different technologies for electrical batteries and cells both rechargeable and non-rechargeable and understanding how they work can enable them to be used more effectively.

Discover: www.electronics-notes.com/articles/ele...

02.08.2025 06:16 — 👍 3    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
COB LEDs Are Revolutionising Lighting NOW - What Are They?
YouTube video by ElectronicsNotes COB LEDs Are Revolutionising Lighting NOW - What Are They?

COB LEDs Are Revolutionising Lighting NOW - What Are They?

Discover what these LEDs are, how they are constructed, their advantages and some of their applications. How do they compare with standard LED lights?

Watch my vidro now: youtu.be/fBRbeH7YIBc

30.07.2025 12:02 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Indeed it must be nice to have that sort of space!

27.07.2025 21:10 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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What is Bit Error Rate, BER

Bit Error Rate, BER is a key parameter for measuring the performance of a data wired or wireless data channel.

Discover: www.electronics-notes.com/articles/rad...

27.07.2025 08:17 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Morse Code Coffee Mug

Bring some communication to your coffee time with this amazing Morse Code Coffee Mug.

The mug can show off your interest and passion, and it is sure to spark a conversation.

Buy one now: electronics-notes-shop.fourthwall.com/products/mor...

27.07.2025 07:38 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Rhombic Wire Antenna Explained

One of the antennas that have been used in the past and to which many radio amateurs aspire is the rhombic antenna.

Discover more: www.electronics-notes.com/articles/ant...

#antennas #rhombic #amateurradio #hamradio

27.07.2025 06:33 — 👍 3    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0

I’ll need to see what I can do - may be a generic SI units conversion page.

26.07.2025 21:00 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

I’m pleased that the website has helped.

26.07.2025 20:58 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Wow - that’s a while ago!

26.07.2025 20:57 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Ohm's Law

Ohm's Law states that the current flowing in a circuit is directly proportional to the applied potential difference and inversely proportional to the resistance in the circuit.

More: www.electronics-notes.com/articles/bas...

23.07.2025 08:04 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
The Surprising History of the LED: the amazing facts you didn't know
YouTube video by ElectronicsNotes The Surprising History of the LED: the amazing facts you didn't know

When was the LED effect first noticed: it’ll surprise you to know.

Today we used LEDs all the time, but how much do we know about their history?

It’s a story full of surprises, but touched with sadness.

Discover now in my video: youtu.be/Ee49qKypBgY

22.07.2025 06:00 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Britain's Secret WW2 Electronic Component Lifesaver

Second to the magnetron, this component was probably the most important electronic component that saved Britain in the face of attacks from the Nazi Luftwaffe.

Discover the complete story in my video: youtu.be/AKMH-BPtrCw

#Vacuumtube

15.07.2025 11:12 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Transistor & Diode Part Numbering Codes

There’s a surprising about the transistor performance that can be learned from many part numbers.

Discover more: www.electronics-notes.com/articles/ele...

#transistors #jedec #proelectron #electroniccomponents

15.07.2025 05:50 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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A Guide to Superhet Radio Technology This book covers all the basic aspects of the superhet radio. The aim was to provide all the essential elements of the superheterodyne radio in one volume, explaining the background, the basic concept...

A Guide to Superhet Radio Technology

I've just launched my latest eBook. It covers all the basics of the superhet or superheterodyne radio.

Buy it now from my online shop: electronics-notes-shop.fourthwall.com/products/a-g...

#ebook #superhet #superheterodyne #amateurradio #hamradio

14.07.2025 10:00 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Sporadic E, Es Propagation

Sporadic E propagation is sporadic & unpredictable by nature, but it enables radio signals to travel over much greater distances & often at higher frequencies than would normally be possible via the ionosphere.

More: www.electronics-notes.com/articles/ant...

12.07.2025 07:05 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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A Guide to Operational Amplifiers and Their Circuits The official website and shop of Electronics-Notes. Find the latest content, buy merch, and support your favorite creator.

A Guide to Operational Amplifiers and Their Circuits - Now LIVE!

I've just launched my new eBook which is available on my online shop for a very reasonable price.

Check it out: electronics-notes-shop.fourthwall.com/products/a-g...

10.07.2025 13:48 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Vintage Vacuum Tube / Thermionic Valve Mug The official website and shop of Electronics-Notes. Find the latest content, buy merch, and support your favorite creator.

For anyone interested in electronics my vintage vacuum tube / valve coffee mug provides a really unique item.

Dishwasher and microwave safe, this coffee mug is ideal for use at work, at home or in the workshop.

Buy it now: electronics-notes-shop.fourthwall.com/products/vin...

09.07.2025 07:09 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Electrolytic Capacitor Markings: how to interpret them & what they mean
YouTube video by ElectronicsNotes Electrolytic Capacitor Markings: how to interpret them & what they mean

Electrolytic Capacitor Markings: how to interpret them & what they mean

There are very many different markings found on leaded electrolytic capacitors.

It is very useful to understand them and what they mean.

Watch my video now to find out what they mean: youtu.be/t38O9N6JIhE

04.07.2025 20:33 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Discover My COOL Morse Code Mug
YouTube video by ElectronicsNotes Discover My COOL Morse Code Mug

Discover my COOL MORSE CODE MUG

I'm thrilled to introduce you to my unique & stylish Morse Code Mug.

Perfect for coffee lovers and code enthusiasts alike, this mug is more than just a drinkware item; it's a conversation starter & a cool piece of art!

youtube.com/shorts/-iQ56...

#Morsecode #Mug

03.07.2025 08:59 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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FET Types Infographic

I've developed an infographic which shows the various basic types of FET that are available.

Download the full sized infographic: www.electronics-notes.com/articles/sum...

#infographic #FET #FETtypes #electroniccomponents

01.07.2025 06:24 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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I’ve just received the sample of my Morse Code mug, and I’ve released for sale.

I think it looks really good, but check it out for yourself.

It is available in three sizes: 11oz, 15oz, and a large 20oz.

Check it out: electronics-notes-shop.fourthwall.com/products/mor...

#morsecode #mug

28.06.2025 20:35 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Discone Antenna Explained

The Discone antenna provides a wide bandwidth with an omnidirectional radiation characteristic, making it ideal as a VHF / UHF scanner antenna or for military & monitoring activities.

More: www.electronics-notes.com/articles/ant...

#antennas #discone #widebandantenna

28.06.2025 07:16 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Understanding Ultra-wideband, UWB: a basic 101 introduction

Ultrawideband is a technology that has been growing in importance in recent years.

Discover now: www.electronics-notes.com/articles/rad...

#UWB #ultrawideband #automotive #radar

26.06.2025 11:04 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
What is a Potential Divider or Voltage Divider Circuit
YouTube video by ElectronicsNotes What is a Potential Divider or Voltage Divider Circuit

What is a Potential Divider / Voltage Divider Circuit

The potential divider is one of the most widely used circuit configurations.

Find out all about it in my video, what it is, how to design it, etc.

Watch now: youtu.be/8ZjYM0dcc9c

#potentialdivider #resistors #circuitdesign

26.06.2025 07:16 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Electromechanical Relays are Still Useful in Today’s Semiconductor Era.

Despite the fact that semiconductor switches can be used in many areas, the electromechanical relay still has many areas where it excels.

Discover: www.electronics-notes.com/articles/ele...

#electronics #relay

25.06.2025 06:17 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
What's SO Special about WIREWOUND RESISTORS
YouTube video by ElectronicsNotes What's SO Special about WIREWOUND RESISTORS

What's SO Special about WIREWOUND RESISTORS

Find out what is so special about these components in my video and discover why they are essential for many high tech circuits.

Watch my video now: youtu.be/Zgn-iJXT-Mw

#resistors #wirewound #witewoundresistors #electroniccomponents

24.06.2025 09:01 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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How Can Ceramic Filters & Resonators Work For You?

Ceramic filters use piezoelectric ceramic elements to provide a low cost, compact alternative to LC or quartz crystal RF filters for many radio frequency or RF systems.

Discover more: www.electronics-notes.com/articles/ele...

23.06.2025 20:04 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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How to Improve Your Wi-Fi Coverage Using the Best Router Location

The coverage a of an IEEE 802.11 Wi-Fi router can depend on many elements, routers in some locations perform better than others. I look at how to optimise your W-Fi coverage.

Discover: www.electronics-notes.com/articles/con...

23.06.2025 06:48 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Understanding Carbon Composition Resistors: 101 explanation
YouTube video by ElectronicsNotes Understanding Carbon Composition Resistors: 101 explanation

Understanding Carbon Composition Resistors: 101 explanation

Although carbon composition resistors are usually thought to be totally outdated, there are a few areas where they outperform other forms of resistor.

Watch now: youtu.be/o0mxS0j41oA

#resistors #carboncomposition #electroniccomponents

22.06.2025 06:25 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
PCB Artwork Used in Amazing Art Pieces
YouTube video by ElectronicsNotes PCB Artwork Used in Amazing Art Pieces

PCB Artwork Used in Amazing Art Pieces

Have you noticed how often the inspiration for various pieces of artwork comes from printed circuit board layouts.

Watch my video now: youtube.com/shorts/hQLKd...

#printedcircuitboards #artwork #art #PCB #electronics

21.06.2025 11:30 — 👍 0    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0

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