I'm an automotive mechanic that specializes in electrical/drivability diagnosis. I like helping other techs get a better grasp on this aspect of our trade. Now imagine I'm with another tech and I have a battery and a multimeter in front of me. I measure the battery's voltage and get 12V.
Me...
I tried to solve the equations I got but when I make substitutions I get to a deadlock where I can't substitute anything anymore.
The equations I obtained are:
i2=i1+i2
i3=i4+i5
i5=i7-i6
i2=i4+i6
3i2-i1R1-i5R2=0
2v-i2R3=0
-i6R4+2v-i5R2=0
Could someone help me understand step by step what...
Assume we provide a load with its rated voltage, suppose it should draw the current it need at such voltage level. However, what if we place an additional resistor in series with the load, can the load still draw the same current as it needed?
Why do you need a series resistor?
What is the correct series resistance to use when driving an LED?
These are frequently asked questions.
One possible answer is: You do not need a series resistor.
The proper answer is: A series resistor is required to limit the current through the LED and...