Here is a new book published by Elektor! In this week’s video, we’re taking a look at The Book of 555 Timer Projects by Dogan Ibrahim. First introduced in the early 1970s, the 555 timer integrated circuit is arguably one of the most popular ICs ever made. It’s renowned for its versatility in creating timers, oscillators, and other practical circuits. 

The book features over 45 projects using this chip. It opens with an introduction to the 555 timer, outlining its different variants and specifications. Chapter two details the operation of the 555 and explores the theoretical aspects of astable, monostable, and bistable circuits. Now, let's move on to practical applications. In the next chapters, you’ll start building projects using the 555 and LEDs, buzzers, loudspeakers, relays, and more. Each project comes with a detailed circuit diagram, construction instructions, and a step-by-step guide, along with testing procedures to ensure you can replicate and understand each setup. This book is ideal for anyone looking to expand their practical electronics knowledge and learn all about the iconic IC! The 45+ fully tested and documented projects make it a valuable resource. The final chapters discuss the specifications of the 556 and 558 timers, provide an overview of the CMOS version (the LMC555) and include a comprehensive list of all the electronic components used in the book.

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The book is available in the Elektor store, where you can download the table of contents for free and view the full list of projects. The 555 chip has been used in countless projects over the decades and is truly a classic. What will you build with it? Let us know in the comments, and watch the video below:
 

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