Learn how to implement fixed current limiting in power-supply designs: In every power supply application there exists the possibility to short the output to ground causing excessive current to be drawn from the power supply. In order to limit the output current from becoming excessive the following examples of current limiting circuits are suggested.
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Keep AC powered projects from blowing up
Maker Stephen Hobley presents a novel way of protecting your AC powered project from blowing up: place a light bulb in series with the circuit! While not a substitute for a fuse, this can provide a secondary means of protection from drawing too much current. Via Makezine.