DIY variable bench power supply (For actually 17$)

Published at : 23 Dec 2025

How to build a variable bench power supply, capable of outputting 6A 24V.

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My Build:
-Binding posts: https://ebay.to/2JlUvaT
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-Voltmeter Ammeter: http://ebay.to/2jZs7mB
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-12A buck converter: https://ebay.to/2RBuIy4
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-Power supply: http://ebay.to/2GIVAXZ
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-3A buck conveter: http://ebay.to/2i4euC0
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-Wirewound potentiometers: http://ebay.to/2jkUec4
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-Knobs: https://ebay.to/2XuitKP
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-Switch: http://ebay.to/2A6iyc3
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-Socket: http://ebay.to/2BkdsGJ
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Cheaper build (17$) (with cheaper binding posts, potentiometers and knobs):
-Binding posts: http://ebay.to/2zE39Ab
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-Potentiometers with knobs: http://ebay.to/2GIVJL1
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Additional things:
-Enclosure BOX (12*19*8 cm): https://ebay.to/30VZpoG
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-150PCS Heat Shrink: https://ebay.to/31MN4Tg
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-Power Supply Cable: https://ebay.to/2X1fmLc