Silicon ChipProduct Showcase - August 2022 SILICON CHIP
  1. Outer Front Cover
  2. Contents
  3. Publisher's Letter: 100 years of Australian electronics magazines
  4. Feature: IC Fabrication, Part 3 by Dr David Maddison
  5. Subscriptions
  6. Project: Wide-Range Ohmmeter, Part 1 by Phil Prosser
  7. Feature: History of Silicon Chip, Part 1 by Leo Simpson
  8. Product Showcase
  9. Project: isoundBar with Built-in Woofer by Allan Linton-Smith
  10. Review: DH30 MAX Li-ion Spot Welder by Phil Prosser
  11. Project: SPY-DER: a 3D-printed Robot by Arijit Das
  12. PartShop
  13. Serviceman's Log: Spy games and supper-villain gadgets by Dave Thompson
  14. Project: Secure Remote Mains Switch, Part 2 by John Clarke
  15. Vintage Radio: AVO valve testers, part 1 by Ian Batty
  16. Market Centre
  17. Advertising Index
  18. Notes & Errata: Spectral Sound MIDI Synthesiser, June 2022; Digital FX (Effects) Pedal, April & May 2021
  19. Outer Back Cover

This is only a preview of the August 2022 issue of Silicon Chip.

You can view 41 of the 104 pages in the full issue, including the advertisments.

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Articles in this series:
  • IC Fabrication, Part 1 (June 2022)
  • IC Fabrication, Part 1 (June 2022)
  • IC Fabrication, Part 2 (July 2022)
  • IC Fabrication, Part 2 (July 2022)
  • IC Fabrication, Part 3 (August 2022)
  • IC Fabrication, Part 3 (August 2022)
Items relevant to "Wide-Range Ohmmeter, Part 1":
  • Wide-Range Ohmmeter PCB [04109221] (AUD $7.50)
  • PIC24FJ256GA702-I/SS‎ programmed for the Wide Range Ohmmeter (0110922A.HEX) (Programmed Microcontroller, AUD $15.00)
  • 16x2 Alphanumeric module with blue backlight (Component, AUD $10.00)
  • Partial kit for the Wide-Range Ohmmeter (Component, AUD $75.00)
  • Firmware and source code for the Wide-Range Ohmmeter [0110922A.HEX] (Software, Free)
  • Wide-Range Ohmmeter PCB pattern (PDF download) [04109221] (Free)
  • Front panel label for the Wide-Range Ohmmeter (Panel Artwork, Free)
Articles in this series:
  • Wide-Range Ohmmeter, Part 1 (August 2022)
  • Wide-Range Ohmmeter, Part 1 (August 2022)
  • Wide-Range Ohmmeter, Part 2 (September 2022)
  • Wide-Range Ohmmeter, Part 2 (September 2022)
Articles in this series:
  • History of Silicon Chip, Part 1 (August 2022)
  • History of Silicon Chip, Part 1 (August 2022)
  • History of Silicon Chip, Part 2 (September 2022)
  • History of Silicon Chip, Part 2 (September 2022)
  • Electronics Magazines in Aus. (July 2023)
  • Electronics Magazines in Aus. (July 2023)
Items relevant to "isoundBar with Built-in Woofer":
  • Cutting and assembly diagrams for the isoundBar (Panel Artwork, Free)
Items relevant to "SPY-DER: a 3D-printed Robot":
  • Arduino and Raspberry Pi software plus 3D printer STL files for the SPY-DER robot (Free)
Items relevant to "Secure Remote Mains Switch, Part 2":
  • Secure Remote Mains Switch receiver PCB [10109211] (AUD $7.50)
  • Secure Remote Mains Switch transmitter PCB [10109212] (AUD $2.50)
  • PIC16F1459-I/P programmed for the Secure Remote Mains Switch receiver (1010921R.HEX) (Programmed Microcontroller, AUD $10.00)
  • PIC16LF15323-I/SL programmed for the Secure Remote Mains Switch transmitter (1010921A.HEX) (Programmed Microcontroller, AUD $10.00)
  • Firmware and ASM source code for the Secure Remote Mains Switch [1010921A/R] (Software, Free)
  • Secure Remote Mains Switch PCB patterns (PDF download) [10109211/2] (Free)
  • Front panel label and drilling diagrams for the Secure Remote Mains Switch (Panel Artwork, Free)
Articles in this series:
  • Secure Remote Mains Switch, Part 1 (July 2022)
  • Secure Remote Mains Switch, Part 1 (July 2022)
  • Secure Remote Mains Switch, Part 2 (August 2022)
  • Secure Remote Mains Switch, Part 2 (August 2022)
  • Secure Remote Switch, Part 1 (December 2024)
  • Secure Remote Switch, Part 1 (December 2024)
  • Secure Remote Mains Switch, part two (January 2025)
  • Secure Remote Mains Switch, part two (January 2025)
Articles in this series:
  • AVO valve testers, part 1 (August 2022)
  • AVO valve testers, part 1 (August 2022)
  • AVO valve testers, part 2 (September 2022)
  • AVO valve testers, part 2 (September 2022)

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PRODUCT SHOWCASE New N20K48 temperature and PID controller NOVUS Automation have released their new N20K48 controller family, and it’s available from Ocean Controls. Unlike other temperature and PID controllers with fixed I/O, the N20K48 is based on a compact, powerful core controller plus a growing family of clickNGo micromodules that enables it to expand its I/O and connectivity to meet your requirements. The base unit has the Process controller with both USB and Bluetooth communications, a single relay, pulse output and a 48x48mm LCD display. The plug-in clickNGo modules include: • CG-3D0 – three digital outputs • CG-1AO – one analog output • CG-485 – RS485 modbus RTU interface • CG-WIFI – WiFi module • CG-1R16 – one relay output, 16A • CG-3DI – three digital inputs • CG-2R5 – two relay outputs, 5A The native Bluetooth interface offers simple field diagnostic and commissioning through the QuickTune Mobile app, reducing downtime, while the USB interface provides a batch configuration option, optimising workbench series production. The QuickTune Mobile app provides the user an intuitive mobile platform for configuration management for all controllers and micromodules on the shop floor. The N20K48 controller has an elegant and distinctive design, featuring a large, bright and clear display, while coming in a compact enclosure, making it suitable for installation in restricted spaces. Visit Ocean Control’s website at www.oceancontrols.com.au for more information. Ocean Controls 44 Frankston Gardens Drive Carrum Downs VIC 3201 Phone: 03 9708 2390 info<at>oceancontrols.com.au https://oceancontrols.com.au/ 2 Series Mixed Signal Oscilloscope from Tektronix Meet Next Gen Tek. The 2 Series mixed signal touchscreen oscilloscope (MSO) – Tektronix’s biggest (actually smallest) benchtop innovation in years. Weighing in at just under 2kg, the 2 Series MSO travels light so you can take it from your benchtop to the field and back again. It can even come with an optional battery pack that will keep you going for up to eight hours of unplugged use. The 2 Series MSO is a highly portable full-featured scope for all your testing needs. With integrated software tools, and 1280 x 800 resolution, 10.1-inch touchscreen all in a compact package. It has a bandwidth range of 70-500MHz, two or four analog channels and 2.5GS/s max sample rate among many other features. Find out more at www.tek.com/en/ products/oscilloscopes/nextgentek Tektronix Inc. 1 Clementi Loop #06-02 Singapore 129808 Phone: 1800 709 465 www.tek.com Qorvo QPF4532 integrated WiFi 6 module now at Mouser Mouser Electronics is now shipping the QPF4532 WiFi 6 integrated front end module (FEM) from Qorvo. It is designed for the latest WiFi 6 (802.11ax) systems such as residential gateways, wireless routers, access points and Internet of Things (IoT). The QPF4532 integrates a 5GHz power amplifier, single-pole, two-throw switch and bypassable low noise amplifier into a single compact form factor device. siliconchip.com.au The QPF4532’s performance is focused on optimising the power amplifier for a 3.3V supply voltage to conserve power consumption, while maintaining the highest linear output power and leading-edge throughput. The receive path design maximises sensitivity with the noise figure performance as low as 2dB. The QPF4532 features integrated die-level filtering for second and third harmonics as well as 2.4GHz rejection for dual-band, dual-concurrent operation. For application feedback, a DC Australia's electronics magazine power detector is integrated into the halogen- and lead-free package to provide voltage that is proportional to the output power from the transmit path. An evaluation board is stocked by Mouser for rapid prototyping. Visit www.mouser.com/new/qorvo/qorvoqpf4532-wifi-6-front-end-module/ to learn more about the QPF4532. Mouser Electronics Inc. 1000 North Main St, Mansfield, TX 76063 USA Phone: (852) 3756 4700 www.mouser.com August 2022  47