For just 55p, this DC/DC boost converter with a 5V output is good value. It produces enough output power to light a red LED with just 100mV on its input.
DC-DC Boost Converter Step Up Module 1-5V to 5V 500mA Power Module New N1 http://www.ebay.com/itm/-/171993590470
https://www.mpja.com/download/ce830.pdf

By Julian

Youtuber, shed dweller, solar charge controller aficionado

13 thoughts on “Ebay cheap cheerful: #3 – dc/dc boost module 5v out”
  1. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars algivari r ramadhan says:

    How many ampere from the output?

  2. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars algivari r ramadhan says:

    Whats the name red led component on the board?

  3. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars General Awareness says:

    $1.25 now for these, and up.

  4. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Neironas Gautamas says:

    needed test with load cause with load it can get bad with so litle energy

  5. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars FPChris says:

    Do these get REAL hot?

  6. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars David Stania says:

    Great Video!
    I would like to connect 3x AAA Batteries witch supplies in sum 4.5V and consuming the 5V Out for Arduino and UltraSonicSensor. My Arduiono should read data every 10 Minutes and deep sleeping between reading data. In deep sleep mode, the Arudino is consuming 0.15mA. Thats low enough for for a long use of batteries. Does the board have a standby current without or with less load on output? Best regards!

  7. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Snuf Sof says:

    Hello can I use this circuit on 3 watt led?

  8. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Rahul Ghosh says:

    I connected output of the module with 6v AA cell holder in parallel ,will it effect the converter if I use AA cell supply and no input in the converter?

    In short what if I attach 6v supply to the output of the converter module
    In same polarity and also tell me for opposite polarity also.

  9. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars MR. J says:

    The best review sir..

  10. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Alexandr Lenskiy says:

    What mean D- and D+ pins on this module?

  11. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Roy Tellason says:

    I have on order some similar modules that have a USB connector, figuring to use them with an 18650 cell as a simple powerbank. We'll see what chip they're using and how useful they'll be for things like charing a phone, etc. when they get here, I guess.

  12. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Frank Smith says:

    Just ordered 2 on eBay for $0.90 USD, and they have the usb attached.

  13. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Senpai Clangy says:

    can i use it for 6v solar panel with 1watts?

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