Make An Output Inductor

Here's an easy way to make your own 1uH to 2uH output inductor:

1. Cut about 25” of 18AWG enameled copper wire.

2. Using a Phillips screwdriver’s ¼ inch shaft as a bobbin, wind the enameled copper wire about 12 to 13 turns in the first layer and another 10 to 12 turns in the next layer.

 

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3. Line up both ends of the formed coil to match with PCB holes. Cut about ¾” from a ½” diameter clear (or what’s available) heat shrink tubing and insert into the formed coil. Shrink the tubing by using a heat gun. Scrape all the enamel coating at both ends of the coil with a sharp blade and cut to desired length.

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4. If you have an LCR meter check the value, if you don't have one, go ahead populate that to your PCB. See how simple is that !

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