Circuit diagram of current output multiplier designed for voltage regulator ICLM78xx

This is the circuit diagram of the current output multiplier designed for the voltage regulator ICLM78xx. By default, the ID78xx series of voltage regulators will provide a maximum current output of 1A–1.5A. To increase the current output of this regulator, you may consider building this circuit. The circuit is simple, easy to build, and inexpensive.

Parts List:

R1, R2=4.7K

C1, C2=4700uF/16V

C3=47,000uF/35V

D1, D2, D3=1N5401 (3 Amp diode)

D4 and D5 – Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs)**

IC1, IC2–78xx series voltage regulator ICs (7805 for 5V, 7812 for 12V, etc.)