fortisq
Canada
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Hi Guys,
I'm going to build my robot autonomous and looking for power solutions IE one power supply for the PC so the EZB can be powered through USB.
This is what I'm thinking.
I would suggest that you don't even go there lest you fry your PC, EZ-B or both USB typically only supplies 500mA and even if that was per port (sometimes not) then you are still risking under-powering the EZ-B and risking burnout on the USB end. While the EZ-B itself might work, I doubt you could power much else.
If you wish to tie into the same PSU (assuming a standard AC fed PSU) then you could easily tap into one of the PS's 5v PSU sources as they typically have more amps to spare (possibly via a Molex or SATA power cable). Again, watch the total amp load supplied by the source (the power rail feeding the cables).
If the PC/robot needs to be mobile then look into a battery (12v) to DC-DC Power converter (12v, 5v, -5v, -12v) to PC and tap into that source as well for the EZ-B. Or just go with a laptop or mini ATX type PC that works off a single DC voltage (typically 12v) and again, tap into that as long as it supplies the needed amps.
Have fun and keep us updated
I can power the EZB with the Molex from the mmini itx power supply?
Thanks.
The EZ-B can take up to 18v... but add a small fan to cool the regulators. Looking forward to seeing some details and pics.