In this tutorial, we will show you an interesting project. A camera flash effect generator using 555 IC. This circuit is extremely simple to structure. It needs just hardly a few components that are easily accessible in the market. This circuit is developed with the assistance of the NE555 timer IC. It will deliver a similar impact which creates by the flash of the camera with the assistance of LEDs.
This flash impact is extremely alluring and effectively catches individuals’ eyes. The figure shows a camera flash effect circuit utilizing a NE555 timer IC. The circuit will flash the LEDs like a camera flash and the gap between flashes relies upon the 100K variable resistor. The blaze impact of this project looks delightful and gets prompt consideration from individuals.
Hardware Components
The following components are required to make the Camera Flash Effect Circuit
| S.no | Components | Value | Qty |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | IC | NE555 timer | 1 |
| 2. | Transistor | BD140 | 1 |
| 3. | LEDs | – | 9 |
| 4. | Variable Resistors | 100K | 1 |
| 5. | Resistor | 10K, 82Ω, 1K, 6.2K | 1, 3, 1, 1 |
| 6. | Electrolytic Capacitor | 10µF | 1 |
| 7. | Ceramic Capacitor | 10nF | 1 |
| 8. | Battery | 9 – 12V | 1 |
555 IC Pinout
For a detailed description of pinout, dimension features, and specifications download the datasheet of 555 Timer
Camera Flash Effect Circuit
Working Explanation
The core of the circuit is a 555 timer IC that is working as an astable multi-vibrator in the circuit. A PNP transistor BD140 is utilized at the yield output of the circuit because of which you can drive a huge number of LEDs for instance up to 50 LEDs. The outline is demonstrating 9 LEDs every one of three LEDs are associated with an 82 ohms resistor. For expanding the number of LEDs simply include every three LEDs with an 82 ohms resistor in parallel.
You can likewise utilize high-power LEDs (under the output current constraint of the BD140 transistor) which cannot be driven legitimately with the 555 timer IC in light of the fact that the yield output of the 555 timers is 200mA. The working voltage of the circuit is 9V to 12V DC.
Applications and Uses
This project may be utilized for some sorts of decoration purposes like:
- It tends to utilize for the home decorations
- It can likewise utilize in your car, bikes, and bicycle as it requires low power to operate
