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Mains Indicator
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A solution using two diodes followed by a 4 times voltage multiplier in the form of a cascode rectifier.
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PCB
Component list
Capacitors
C1-C4 = 220uF 6.3V
Semiconductors
D1,D2 = 1N5401
D3-D6 = BAT85
D7 = LED, low current
Miscellaneous
K1 = 2-way PCB terminal block, lead pitch 5mm
PCB, ref. 044029-1 from the PCBShop
C1-C4 = 220uF 6.3V
Semiconductors
D1,D2 = 1N5401
D3-D6 = BAT85
D7 = LED, low current
Miscellaneous
K1 = 2-way PCB terminal block, lead pitch 5mm
PCB, ref. 044029-1 from the PCBShop
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