Can I Increase Current Output to 500mA with a 7805 IC and Capacitor?

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The discussion revolves around the feasibility of increasing the output current to 500 mA while maintaining a constant 5V using a 7805 voltage regulator and capacitors. Participants explore potential circuit modifications, component specifications, and design considerations related to power supply and load management.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about increasing the output current from 100 mA to 500 mA using a 7805 IC.
  • Another participant notes that the current output is dependent on the load and the source's ability to provide the necessary current.
  • Suggestions include reducing the load, adding another power source, or redesigning the circuit if sufficient input power is available.
  • A participant mentions using a step-down transformer rated at 19V.
  • There are requests for circuit diagrams to assist with the minor project.
  • Some participants emphasize the importance of the transformer and rectifier's current rating and suggest proper heatsinking for the 7805 regulator.
  • Additional bypass capacitance may be needed to reduce ripple with increased current output.
  • Questions arise about which type of step-down transformer would be suitable for maximizing current output.

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Participants express varying views on how to achieve the desired current output, with no consensus on a specific solution or circuit design. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the best approach to increase the current output.

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Limitations include the lack of specific circuit schematics and datasheets, which are necessary for determining the capabilities of existing components.

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Hello everyone.
I'm having 5v,100 mA current in the rectified output. I used a 7805 ic to regulate the voltage and a pair of capacitor as filters. And my question is i want 500 mA current in the output keeping 5v constant. Is that possible? Any circuit to increase the current?
Thank you hope somebody will help...
 
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You need to provide more info. The current in the rectified output as you state it is dependent on the load and the ability of the source to provide said current.
 
You could reduce the load, add another power source, or redesign the circuit if you have sufficient input power.
 
I used a stepdown transformer giving 19 v.
 
Simon Bridge said:
You could reduce the load, add another power source, or redesign the circuit if you have sufficient input power.

Can you provide a circuit. Please its my minor project
 
neeraj kaira said:
Can you provide a circuit. Please its my minor project
V=IR

If you want bigger I, but the same V, what do you need to do?
Details are important - perhaps you are attempting something like this:
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=623756
 
Depends on the current rating capabilty of the transformer and recitifiers. If they can handle it then you just need a properly designed 7805 with proper heatsinking. You may need to add bypass capacitance to reduce increased ripple.
What you need to replace depends on the capability of the components you have already. There is no way I can determine that without a schematic and datasheets.
 
meBigGuy said:
Depends on the current rating capabilty of the transformer and recitifiers. If they can handle it then you just need a properly designed 7805 with proper heatsinking. You may need to add bypass capacitance to reduce increased ripple.
What you need to replace depends on the capability of the components you have already. There is no way I can determine that without a schematic and datasheets.

Which type of stepdown transformer should i use so as to have maximum current.
 
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It just has to be rated (have low enough resistance) to handle the current.
 
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meBigGuy said:
It just has to be rated (have low enough resistance) to handle the current.

Hmmm thanks brother
 

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