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The Step-down DC-DC converter module with LM2596S provides effective voltage regulation in a wide range of 1.5-35 V, achieving high efficiency of up to 92%. Thanks to its compact dimensions, precise regulation and universal applications, it is ideal for DIY projects, modeling and as a tool in electronics laboratories. The module's leads have been arranged in a..."

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KAmod LM2596 - 3A Step-down DC-DC Converter Module with LM2596 
The Step-down DC-DC converter module with LM2596S provides effective voltage regulation in a wide range of 1.5-35 V, achieving high efficiency of up to 92%. Thanks to its compact dimensions, precise regulation and universal applications, it is ideal for DIY projects, modeling and as a tool in electronics laboratories. The module's leads have been arranged in a 2.54 mm pitch and allow for soldering wires or golpins. 

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===== Basic parameters =====
* Wide range of input voltage values: 3 - 40 V
* Adjustable output voltage: 1.5 - 35 V
* Potentiometer for smooth, precise adjustment of the output voltage
* Maximum current: 3 A (when cooling is used)
* Operating frequency: 150 kHz
* High efficiency: 92%
* Operating temperature range: -40...85°C
* Diameter of mounting holes: ⌀3 mm
* Dimensions: 43 x 21 x 14 mm
 

===== Standard Equipment =====
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! style="text-align: center;"|Code
! style="text-align: center;"|Description
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| style="text-align: center;"|KAmod LM2596
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* Assembled and powered up module
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===== Pinout and Functions =====
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| style="text-align: center;"|IN+
| style="text-align: left;"| Power supply input - positive pole
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| style="text-align: center;"|IN-
| style="text-align: left;"| Power supply input - negative pole (ground)
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| style="text-align: center;"|OUT+
| style="text-align: left;"| Output voltage - positive pole
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| style="text-align: center;"|OUT-
| style="text-align: left;"| Output voltage - negative pole (ground)
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The layout of outputs and inputs, along with the marked voltage polarity, is shown in the figure below:
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The presence of output voltage is indicated by the LED - PWR. The LED will light up if the output voltage is higher than 2 V
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===== Setting the output voltage value =====
The output voltage of the Kamod LM2596 module is smoothly regulated by a potentiometer in a very wide range. 
The input voltage must be about 1.5 V higher than the assumed output voltage.
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===== Dimensions =====
The dimensions of the KAmod LM2596 board are 43x21 mm, and the height is about 14 mm.
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===== Links=====
*[https://wiki.kamamilabs.com/images/c/c3/Lm2576.pdf Datasheet of the LM2596]

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