Comparison · Converters

LM2596 DC-DC converter board or Adjustable power supply kit board

Two models side by side: measurements taken by the author in their reviews, and their conclusions. The better value in each row is highlighted.

In brief: Based on review measurements: Test current: Adjustable power supply kit board (3.35 A vs. 1.5).

Model	LM2596 DC-DC converter board2016Read review →	Adjustable power supply kit board2015Read review →
Current, A	3	3
Test current, A	1.5	3.35
Review conclusion	With reservations	Recommended

Only in one review: Voltage 30 V (Adjustable power supply kit board); Under load 9.98 V (Adjustable power supply kit board); Ripple 15 mV (Adjustable power supply kit board); Temperature rise 60 °C (LM2596 DC-DC converter board).

LM2596 DC-DC converter board: The board works, but its ICs may be counterfeit; the author recommends keeping the load at or below 1.5 A.

Adjustable power supply kit board: A good beginner's kit that works after assembly, though the shunt, op-amps and bridge rectifier have shortcomings.

Figures were taken from the review text and checked against the quoted passages. Measurement conditions differ between reviews, so read the reviews yourself before buying. Prices at the time of review.