{"id":579890,"date":"2026-08-09T23:54:22","date_gmt":"2026-08-09T23:54:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/579890\/"},"modified":"2026-08-09T23:54:22","modified_gmt":"2026-08-09T23:54:22","slug":"elektor-circuit-special-2026-available-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/579890\/","title":{"rendered":"Elektor Circuit Special 2026: Available Now!"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Elektor Circuit Special 2026 is here with a fresh collection of practical circuits and hands-on electronics projects. Explore designs including an ESD strap tester, a contactless magnetic combination lock, a T3 surge protector, and much more.<\/p>\n

Looking for fresh circuits and practical electronics projects? The Elektor Circuit Special 2026<\/a> has arrived! Continuing our annual summer tradition, this special edition delivers high-quality content for engineers, makers, and students. Inside you’ll discover new circuit designs, inspiring DIY projects, and practical ideas to sharpen your skills. Whether you’re building at the workbench or planning your next design, you’ll find plenty of inspiration for your next project. Featured projects include an ESD strap tester, a contactless magnetic combination lock, a T3 surge protector, a low-noise battery-powered preamp, and much more.
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Inside the Elektor Circuit Special 2026
\nThe Elektor Circuit Special 2026<\/a> is packed with practical designs, useful tools, and inspiring projects for every electronics enthusiast. Here’s a preview of some of the circuits and articles you’ll find inside.
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\n\tA Current Source for Testing (Z-)Diodes
\n\tESD Strap Tester: A Bench Tool with Pass, Borderline, and Fail Indication
\n\tPower Supply Transient Response Tester
\n\tA Contactless Magnetic Combination Lock: With the AS5600 Rotary Position Sensor
\n\tLow-Noise Battery-Powered Preamplifier<\/a>: For Dynamic Microphones
\n\tRhythmic Bass Light: Emphasize the Rhythm of Your Music
\n\tT3 Surge Protection: A Type 3 Spike Suppressor for Your Sensitive Equipment
\n\tIoT Room Thermostat Board: With ESP32-C3\/S3-Based Xiao MCU module

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\"Zener
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\nTest Z-diodes up to a maximum of 54 V. The device can be powered by the usual 5 to 12 V. <\/p>\n


\n\tPrecise 1 Hz Square Wave Generator for Breadboards: A Reliable CMOS-Based Clock Source
\n\t555 Upside-Down: Duty Cycles Down to Zero
\n\tEuclidean Sequencer Without a Microcontroller: Trigger Patterns and CV Sequences with Simple CMOS Logic
\n\tLED Flashing Light: For Gates and More with an Audible Alert
\n\tToothbrush Timer: Using a Tiny PIC
\n\tHow to Fix a Donut Antenna
\n\tStandby Killer: A Real On\/Off Switch for Your TV <\/p>\n

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\"Mic
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\nThe microphone preamplifier (PNP version). <\/p>\n


\n\tSpongillator: A Sponge-Based Oscillator
\n\t3D Viewer for HTML Pages: Simple, and Almost Without Code
\n\tProgramming with TLScript: A Scripting Language for Measurement, Testing, and Control
\n\tTrue Random Number Generator: With Integrated Chi-Square Test <\/p>\n

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\nTRNG:\u00a0The heart of the analog circuit is a noise signal source built with transistors Q1 and Q2. <\/p>\n


\n\tOne Board, Endless Ideas: Arduino UNO Q<\/a>: From Retro Gaming to Real-Time Environmental Monitoring
\n\tBattery Testing: Measuring Batteries with the Arduino Nano
\n\tPower Supply for Audio Power Amplifiers
\n\tPrototyping Boards for RF: Fast Setups with DIY Prototyping Boards
\n\tLow-Cut Filter: No Risk of Audio Feedback on Your System <\/p>\n

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\n\tNeed PCBs? The Elektor PCB Service Has You Covered
\n\tFrom Halfgeleidergids to Circuit Specials: 65 Years of Electronics Innovation
\n\tCircuit Design: Tips from Experts
\n\tFeedback: What Is It and Why Is It Important?
\n\tThe Arduino Nano TestLab: Measurement, Control, and Regulation
\n\tElectrical Isolation: CAN Interface with Digital Isolator and Power Module
\n\tFrom Rigid to Smart: Flexible and Printed Electronics \u2014 Between Vision and Industrial Reality <\/p>\n

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\nPower supply for audio power amplifiers. <\/p>\n

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\nElektor is an essential resource for circuits and circuit design-related content. We cover everything from DIY circuits to PCB design tips and tricks. Elektor Gold and Green Members<\/a> can immerse themselves in these subjects 24\/7. Our members enjoy full access to Elektor\u2019s online library, as well as a 10% discount on many of the products in the Elektor Store. You can also download the free Bonus edition associated with this magazine on our Circuits & Circuit Design page.<\/p>\n

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