CONNECTING THE PICAXE-08 MICROCONTROLLER
TO OTHER COMPONENTS
V. Ryan © 2004 - 2010
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OUTPUT TO MOTORS AND RELAYS |
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ThePICAXE-08 Microcontroller can be connected to output components such
as motors, solenoids and relays, with ease. Up to five output devices
can be connected although this reduces the number of input devices that
can be connected at the same time. Below are circuit diagrams of the
layout, showing the components and how they are connected. |
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OUTPUT TO LEDs |
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LEDs are another output device that can be connected to the PICAXE-08. However, they only require a low voltage and consequently need protecting with a resistor. Without a resistor an LED would be destroyed. The resistor reduces the output voltage from the PICAXE-08 to an acceptable level, allowing it to light without being damaged. |
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QUESTIONS: 1. Draw a circuit diagram representing connecting an output from the PICAXE-08 to a relay. 2. Draw a circuit diagram representing connecting an output from a PICAXE-08 to an LED. |
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