555 PWM

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MATT838383

Joined Jul 31, 2019
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(The free running frequency of U1 should be about 5-10% lower than the sync frequency for reliable synchronization.)
what do you want to say by 5-10% lower? how can i do that?
 

MaxHeadRoom

Joined Jul 18, 2013
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Approaching 100 posts for a 555 PWM!
Could have done it with a 8 pin 12F628 in that time! :cool:
A couple of lines of code.
Max.
 
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crutschow

Joined Mar 14, 2008
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i have 50% dutcycle and the scope shows instability
Where did the sync signal come from and why do you need that?
It's likely the sync signal that's messing it up.

Why do we keep getting the information in little bits and pieces?
You kept telling me you were using my circuit but you weren't.
I believe I'm through with this thread.
 

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MATT838383

Joined Jul 31, 2019
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Hi crutshow on your post 42 i have tried your circuit and it works from 6.6% to 99.9% duty cycle! On the other hand, the frequency varies from 408hz to 449hz! is it possible to have a fixed frequency?
thank you
regards
 

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crutschow

Joined Mar 14, 2008
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i have tried your circuit and it works from 6.6% to 99.9% duty cycle!
How do you figure that?
The simulation clearly shows 0% modulation (output low) at the left to 100% modulation (output high) at the right.
the frequency varies from 408hz to 449hz!
Your measurement is in error.
The oscillator on the left is not connected to the modulation input, and thus its frequency cannot be affected by that.
 

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MATT838383

Joined Jul 31, 2019
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(How do you figure that? )
I varied the dc voltage(for testing) on (mod in ) of U2 !
(The oscillator on the left is not connected to the modulation input, and thus its frequency cannot be affected by that. )
can you give me an example with a potentiometer to test the result and compare with your?
regards
 
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ericgibbs

Joined Jan 29, 2010
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hi Matt.
I expect crutschow will get back to you on the frequency problem.
But I would check the resistive range of the potentiometer you are using, with a Ohm meter, many pots have high end resistance and also don't swing to zero or their maximum stated resistance

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