A Noise-Free DIY Switching Power Supply - How Hard Can It Be?

Switch Mode Power Supplies (SMPSs) need a printed circuit board (PCB), and James was wondering how hard it could be to design his own. Turns out, it can be pretty challenging! He does a deep dive into different options for this power supply design. Hint: You need copper zones to get a low-noise SMPS. Free routing resource: Engage with the element14 presents team on the element14 Community - suggest builds, find project files and behind the scenes video: Visit the element14 Community for more great activities and free hardware: Tech Spotlights: RoadTest and Reviews: Project14: #0:00 Welcome to element14 presents #0:12 Overview #1:06 Attempt 1: Breadboard #1:47 Attempt 2: Auto Router #4:36 Attempt 3: 6 mil Traces #7:03 Attempt 4: 6 mil Trace ... With GND #8:03 Attempt 5: Copper Pours FTW&#