Adafruit Encyclopedia of Electronic Components Vol. 2 by Charles Platt

The Encyclopedia of Electronic Components Vol. 2 by Charles Platt offers essential insights into electronic parts for any project. This edition features comprehensive information on signal processing components, including LEDs, LCDs, audio, thyristors, digital logic, and amplification, enriched with photographs, schematics, and diagrams.

Readers will understand what each component does, how it functions, why it is valuable, and explore variant options. The book combines simplicity and technical precision, enabling beginners to quickly grasp concepts while providing experienced users with intricate details necessary for their projects.

This volume stands out by organizing components by type, making information easy to locate. It is the first encyclopedia series of its kind, crafted from hundreds of sources and fact-checked by experts, providing reliability beyond online sources or product datasheets.

Author Charles Platt draws from decades of experience in computing and electronics, bringing authority and depth to his work. Volume 2, a part of a three-volume set, is part of a comprehensive exploration, with the other volumes delving into power, electromagnetism, discrete semiconductors, and sensing devices.