DIY - Convert Old ATX PC Power Supply To Bench Power Supply

[@MarcelHuguenin]

By far the finest build I have come across regarding ATX power supply conversion to a general bench power supply. Very well done!

[@creativesolutions-diy]

Thank you for your words!

[@futuratell3667]

Is this power supply within reasonable ripple output? Or would it benefit from further reduction of dc ripple.

[@tiberiuoros9733]

You are right Mr. Rick McCaskill, "this is the best version I have seen". Excelent Project.

[@creativesolutions-diy]

Thank you Tiberiu Oros!

[@remigiosalazar9133]

If you didn't want to be copied in your work, you haved complete success!!!!Congratulations!!!

[@mr.makeit4037]

Outstanding! Liked the addition of another potentiometer to fine tune your voltage. I'm choosing your schematic to build mine.

[@creativesolutions-diy]

Yeah! The fine tune is very useful!

[@TheWtss]

I just watched your build and found it very interesting for my level of electronics.(LOW)!!! For my level and a lot of other people’s level this is a great job to learn how to work with the parts and such to put them together. I also read a lot of the comments and it seems a lot of people seem to forget about us uneducated learners. We need these jobs to learn from.

[@creativesolutions-diy]

Thank you and I absolutely agree with you!

[@rickmccaskill7888]

This is the best version I have seen. Thanks for sharing.

[@creativesolutions-diy]

Thank you very much!

[@antinoriberenice]

This is THE diy power supply, look no further. I used your fine adjustment pot solution for mine. I had a problem bc i didnt use the same dc dc converter so i had to use a boost one and a buck one, in top of that i needed -12v with at least 5 amp (for chip power amp test, like 3116d2) so i had to use 2 pc smps in series, but it turn out well, i used an old (really old) dual cassette deck as enclosure. Thank you very much for the tips.

[@geniltonmathias9885]

Foi a melhor fonte de bancada caseira que eu já vi

[@creativesolutions-diy]

Obrigado Genilton ;-p

[@alvaroamorim6344]

@geniltonmathias9885 Você poderia compartilhar o que baixou? Não está mais disponível

[@MultigunaK_nci]

Terimakasih atas Tutorialnya, sangat Kreatif sekali, membuat Power suply variabel, Salam Kenal KAK, Sukses selalu yah 👍

[@anonimuso]

Very creative solution to use the PSU case itself as the main case. Also, nice work on including USB outputs.

[@Georges-MILLION]

Une alimentation très bien faite ! Bravo . A very well done diet ! Well done .

[@creativesolutions-diy]

Thank you very much!

[@ImanolLopez]

Este video fue publicado hace 2 años pero espero que me puedan responder. Se puede hacer con cualquier fuente de alimentacion? Porque algunas varian con la cantidar de potencia que ofrecen...

[@helijim]

"In this video I will show you in great detail, how to create your own bench power supply from a old PC power supply." *Says nothing and plays music.

[@bgable7707]

Potentiometer wiring on the schematic, I'm not sure about the orientation of the new pots and which post should be 1, 2, 3. On the converter PCB, I'm counting left to right, with the square "through hole" as 1 on the left. On the New pots, looking at them with the post pointing toward me, the images I've found, are labeled 1 to 3, left to right. Is that the way you meant in the diagram or reversed? Thanks, I'm looking forward to completing this! Looks great.

[@andreabenedetti5891]

Great job. I have a question about the roket 3 pole led switch. Can you explain how it works? It is a led with polarity it seems doesent work in realtà but only in video

[@fieroboom]

Best ATX build I've seen so far - beautiful!! 👍👍

[@DAROS21Q]

Por MAS Y NUEVOS videos sobre HERRAMIENTAS caseras para el taller de electronica Nuevo suscriptor desde Argentina Bs As

[@diegofr5178]

Me ha gustado mucho el video. la mejor idea para fabricar fuente de laboratorio que he visto. Estoy deseando ver mas contenido. ¡¡¡ ANIMO !!!

[@creativesolutions-diy]

Thank you!

[@davidcormier5560]

Hello, first congratulations and thank you for this great video.at 11:26, for the potentiometer 1 K you do not solder the wires in the same order as on the diagram, is there an error on the diagram? (video: orange, white, brown / diagram:brown, white, orange).

[@mhd945]

Hello there, is there a possible way to get those stickers you used in the beginning of the video? A pdf would be sufficient! Thanks!

[@mattrowe1229]

where did you come up with the software or what did you use to make the design for your sticker, knobs, controls and such, lettering, numbers.

[@creativesolutions-diy]

Paintnet haaaaaa

[@alvaroamorim6344]

@mattrowe1229 Could you share what you downloaded? It is no longer available

[@ThreenaddiesRexMegistus]

Nice job! Far better than mine. Going to build another with a step-up and this ones got a nice layout.

[@bennylloyd-willner9667]

Well done, I have now done one of my two tasks thanks to this : 1) Find a good makestuff channel to subscribe to - Check! 2) Make an ATX lab power supply - will do soon!

[@ladislavleng172]

Hello Very good and precise work. Accept recognition from Slovakia, Košice. Everything good

[@adamsucksatyt]

Ahoj

[@nestoreduardo8627]

Excelente Video... Muchas Gracias.. Argentina

[@alvaroamorim6344]

@nestoreduardo8627 ¿Podrías compartir lo que descargaste? Ya no está disponible

[@tpobrienjr]

Great skill in metalwork. Thanks for showing a nice ATX conversion project.

[@MrOziwizi]

Hi, I have a similar psu without green cable and a gray cable, can you please advise what you do with the gray cable, did you just cut it away? And what is the resistor type you are using? It would be nice if you can put the details on the video.

[@paulmccullough7352]

Dude, he did put the resistor value in the video. not to mention that multiple people have mentioned it in the comments as well.

[@thedigy1]

Hello, i love the proyect and i what to make it for my father. May i ask you the file for the vinyl design? The proyect link doesnt work. Thnks!!!

[@danibiomedicalengineer860]

😀 👏👏👏 Very well presented. Best ever project from old smps . Mind blowing !!!

[@creativesolutions-diy]

Thank you very much!

[@kieranberryman984]

Great video. What's your wiring for the LED rocker switch? Black for Ground, Green for + but what wire for the centre ACC post to make the LED light? Red?

[@redcomgeng3010]

yes.. led not function..

[@MilanGajicBuva]

that is a really nice and solid power supply. i'd pay money for that

[@creativesolutions-diy]

Thank you Milan!

[@change_your_oil_regularly4287]

Great work! Probably the best atx bench supply build I've seen! Tip my hat 🎩

[@creativesolutions-diy]

Thank you very much!

[@gvinrad]

What's the function of the small blue PCB you added with the large wire wound ferrite ring & where did you purchase it from ?

[@chrislewis2262]

A tip on soldering, tin the wire first and what you are soldering the wire to. It makes for a better and stronger solder joint. Also avoid what's called "cold joints" if there is not a shine on it when it cools then redo it. Poor joints can break easily.

[@wilmercb]

What's the name of the orange wire/cramper you're using and any good recommendation for a soldering station? Thanks

[@robertthompson5163]

Very nice build. I have question could I use a 12v cooling fan in place of a dummy load?

[@creativesolutions-diy]

I think it is better to doesn't use a fan, because it has a very low resistance....

[@2010stoof]

Whats the awg of the wires you used for the power connectors and ground?

[@giladit77]

A very beautiful project. I'm going to make one based on what you did. Very professional and beautiful work !!! Keep up the good work with more projects. Waiting to see what you will prepare for us in the future. 👏👏👏

[@creativesolutions-diy]

Thank you very much! I'm working on the new project right now, so be aware 😉

[@fabOgraphe]

Great DIY, Is it possible to have the first sticker with diameter before to drill the holes or to cut the metal ?

[@Vizimech]

What are those snips you used to cut the metal?

[@beaualstatt8842]

What are those male connectors he crimps after putting on the ends of two wires? Thx for any help.

[@edgarnino1537]

Gracias por la información. Pregunta. De cuantos homios son los potenciometros. Soy aficionado Gracias

[@creativesolutions-diy]

Obrigado, potenciometro 50K + potenciometro 2K + potenciometro 1K

[@aspen2569]

That was beautiful! Thanks brother, from Uruguay

[@alvaroamorim6344]

@aspen2569 @aspen2569 Could you share what you downloaded? It is no longer available

[@alfonsovieco]

Hello, is the 10w resistance always necessary? What is it for? If I put a switch without an LED, do I need it? Thanks

[@MahdiShraim]

It is really an impressive work! thank you. I want to ask you about the custom label that you made for the outputs, can you upload it ? I want to print it and use it.

[@김기수-q9y]

노이즈 측정기 아니가요 영상감사합니다 대단해요

[@randellaweinberg]

Where did you get the labe from that you used as a templet for the lay out?

[@RobinsonDanieldosSantos]

Gostei Rui, vou montar uma igual! Parabéns pelo projeto.

[@creativesolutions-diy]

Muito obrigado Robinson, assim que terminar tire uma foto que terei todo o gosto de partilhar no canal ;-)

[@aswingsharif6729]

The good: 1. enlist the components and their buying links 2. motivating viewer to build one. The bad:1. Fast forward of full time to build this, since you are too lazy to edit. If you edit unused steps you can run the video in normal speed and viewer can understand better the steps 2. No explanation on what are you doing on particular time 3. No knowledge sharing about which atx cable used and unused, the boost buck module and R shunt, etc 4. Background music represent low confidence level on the video quality while your video is actually good. See for a good example: DIY PERKS, no music, full explanation. 5. At least: SUBTITLE ON EACH STEPS would be appreciated.

[@collinrohwer1790]

+1 music is killing me. At least dont monetize and force us ads and length if its gonna be straight through. Cool build tho

[@Comrade_YG]

@@collinrohwer1790 the music in the video even that bad compared to other indian diy ers

[@LeftyPem]

Also, no smoothing caps on the lines. This video is a beginners overview at best, and a hazardous waste of time and parts at worst.

[@Illutorium]

5:16 When so it's a must be location at 12V or can be location of a Chip if are be about of 0-30V (When so I do be know then Additonal USB's with Module can be so useless if are be for "USB Standby only")

[@John-sh7rh]

The project link is not working! Would like to print the stickers out. Help!

[@gopinathkundu8845]

Keep it up bro 👍🏻👍🏻 Love from UK ❤️❤️

[@creativesolutions-diy]

Thank you!

[@ichinisanyongo]

Great work. But you didn't test current potentiometer I was expecting :( Can u tell your test results at 24-30V. Any issue? Like voltage drop and is it safe to use these usb's for charging smartphones? Thanks.

[@ludis7128]

Wow this is a really great idea. Nice job. I'm making one

[@stevedickson4744]

this is a great idea, but it's pretty intrusive and parts-intensive. What if you made this as an external add-on that would just clip onto the existing ATX connector of any such PC power supply ?

[@ZzSlumberzZ]

there are modules that do just that, minus the fine tuning.

[@christopherthorn1906]

Great video! I am gathering the parts to build my own. Question: I don't understand the purpose of the 10 ohm 10 watt resistor across the 5volt line. I have seen this in other designs. Thanks.

[@Tegelane5]

Computer PSU style supplies need some load to work properly, otherwise they sometimes wont start or output voltages fluctuate. So this resistor is that load.

[@christopherthorn1906]

@@Tegelane5 Thanks

[@creativesolutions-diy]

Good answer Tegelane5

[@PedroDacosta-vr6ps]

Salut ou trouve t'on Les dessins sur les appareils merci

[@peddersoldchap]

Muito bom vídeo. Pena não dar para ver o valor da corrente máxima seleccionada. Mas suponho que começando com uma corrente baixa e depois ir aumentando não deve danificar o circuito?

[@Tekjive]

Any tips on converting a 50-100amp Single rail PSU for in-house/bench car audio testing? I need to be able to test car audio equipment with current pulls of up to 100amps (looking into 300amp PSUs as well) thinking I can use this same deal on a larger h it and just switch out what I want/don’t want.

[@ala_philip4340]

It's a perfect project. Great job. Could you tell me if I will use ATX 350W with the same equipment? It will be worked?

[@creativesolutions-diy]

Absolutely yes!

[@laserowy_gniew_dzidy]

Could you explain why the usb ports are connected like this? Why same gnd is connected to gnd in one and to vcc in another one?

[@TengriKok]

why digital voltmeter measurement terminals both pins go to GND?

[@pawedymaa1592]

Hi why did you connect the Usb to the -5v? The second was connected to the +5v stb but how much amp you get on this line ?

[@js1577]

I am having trouble wiring the DC-DC Step up Down Converter to the variable resistors.

[@videotronicmaker]

Others have made atx workbench power supply videos and you still came up with something new. Great job coming up with modifications and a really nice label in front. Well done! How many amps are you able to get out of the variable side?

[@creativesolutions-diy]

The max amps you are able to get in the variable side depends the DC-DC module. The module that I used I can get 4 amps maximum. Thank you!

[@icjmartinez6375]

¿Por qué se necesita una resistencia de 10 vatios / 10 ohmios para conectar con Tierra y 5v+?

[@luis46coco]

Everything is very good, but I have 2 questions, what is the 10w resistance 10 homnios for, I am not an expert in electronics, but does it seem almost a short circuit in the 5V line? And the usbs I understand that they need some resistors on the data pins so that the device (cell phone) takes 1A or 2A if they do not have those special voltages on the data legs it only takes 0.5A

[@lmanghg1257]

The 10ohm10W res. function as a dummy load. Some ATX PSU won't start (turn on) if there is no load.

[@creativesolutions-diy]

You are right, if you will use the usb port to charge the cell phone you can short the -Data with +Data pins. The 10w 10ohm resistor is for dummy load because computer PSU style supplies need some load to work properly, otherwise they sometimes wont start or output voltages fluctuate.

[@ishfaqtanoli2012]

Very Fast video .Circuit Daigram not shown. why ? This video not useful without diagram.

[@kris54241]

Is there anyway to run higher amps? For example my PSU runs 12V at 49amps. I need at least 25A to power a charger I have.

[@kevinbaker2470]

Nice work, I think you would love a dye grinder, you could replace most the tools used here and save time. I love mine, wish I had an excuse to use it more.

[@wolfwer7859]

Отличное видео, все просто и понятно. Спасибо.

[@ajbellor]

hi. Why in one of the USB port you connect the -5VDC from the power supply?

[@SnowGolem1TheL33t]

probably for the always on function

[@regpye]

Is the wiring correct for the USB sockets? One seems to be wired the opposite polarity to the other one.

[@lizzielecates4430]

Nice, how is the current adjustment on this? Do you need to disconnect and short first or can you do it in situ?

[@rogueriver]

Are there any potential problems with using multiple ports at the same time? e.g. supply an arduino on one of the lower fixed voltages and maybe cpu fan drawing .5-1A on fixed 12V and another load on the variable voltage and making sure all this adds up below the rated specs

[@muhammadkashifejaz5298]

Why you use 10ohm 10watt resistance between 5v and gnd?

[@caztroll]

I have had a go at making one. Tested it all working great with original pots on the board, but once I extended out to the 3 front pots, then the smoke leaked out! Your website is down. I tried to access to check details. I had to rely on stopping video and getting scratchy pictures. Back to Ali express to order another 0-30v board

[@1BigDawg357]

Very nice. The project link is dead. Is this available still? I would like to copy your project.

[@florenciomartinez3695]

what program did you use to make the front panel stick on

[@blazko9367]

Hello, I have a question on the switch wiring : if the green and the black wire are connected, the pc power supply should be ON, but if we change the switch state the 5V is directly connecter on the GND... isn't it dangerous ? That's a big question I have : why do we have a 5V on the switch, because wiring the green and black wire together should be sufficient to have the power supply activated. Thanks for the possible answers !

[@lecontefaycke5396]

I think the 5 volts of the switch is only used to power the led

[@GauravJindal-r6m]

For all of you asking "WTH is that resistor on the 5V doing there?": For the PSU to correctly regulate the +5V output voltage it needs to have some sort of load attached, at least 5W to trick the PSU into thinking its attached to the motherboard.

[@zzss9595]

Hello, we have an agricultural land that has no electricity. Now, if we want to use a motorcycle battery, which is 12 volts, to get different currents, such as 10 or 12 amps, what transistor should we use?

[@batticha462]

Very nice, the "Old ATX" power supply is new :)

[@creativesolutions-diy]

Thank you!

[@InVictusAoracna]

I got a DC-DC Step ZK-12KX-V2 but i can't get the output voltage higher than the input voltage, i dont know if the module its broken or if im doing something wrong. I havent change the potenciometers, it has the original ones.

[@creativesolutions-diy]

Probably the module it is broken...

[@MainelyAcresFarmBrooks]

Is that correct 4 amps is the max load these can handle??

[@markdantes585]

Lo que más me gusto es la explicación, nos da paso a paso los detalles para realizar el proyecto muy mal

[@sebastiantorres7691]

amazing work! congratulations, thanks for sharing. Do you have the link of the reuploaded project? because it seems to be down. Thanks! greetings from Argentina

[@GreenFart174]

Can I solder a normal 100 kOhm resistor to a 100 kOhm multiturn potentiometer in order to get to 200 kOhm? Can't find a 200 kOhm multiturn potentiometer! My step up booster uses the 204w trimmpot

[@marieeiden]

Where did you get the layout sir?

[@passioneelettronica]

hi, why the circuit need a resistor 10 ohm beetwen ground and 5 Volt ?

[@alvaroamorim6344]

Olá, o Project link não está abrindo, está sendo redirecionado para outro domínio e que o Norton diz que a página é maliciosa. Poderia verificar ?

[@krishnakumarmr3923]

Very good job🤗👏👋 super...🙏

[@pododas442]

EXCELLENT JOB.👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@franciscojosemorenopino6573]

Excelente vídeo!!! Una pregunta, donde puedo encontrar la pieza de plástico que sujeta los dos USB???

[@martinkeast9016]

A Fantastic idea thanks for sharing, where can i but the cut out templates from pleas.

[@vernonbosshard9317]

Where did you get the sticker?

[@MohammadAli-gi1tn]

This power supply. Can i use mobile phone mother Board??

[@jakjakson1283]

Hi, thank you very much, can you use 10 ohm 25 watt resistor instead of 10 ohm 10 watt resistor?

[@jamesjones-yn1sv]

great video. could you please explain the wiring in detail of the usb conections thanks . kind regards

I like that small heat gun. Where can I get one?

[@e.a297]

Hi, can i connect 12v and 5v together and then use a DC to DC module to get more power from atx?