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- March 24, 2016
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Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. A Fully Updated, No Nonsense Guide to ElectronicsAdvance your electronics knowledge and gain the skills necessary to develop and construct your own functioning gadgets. Written by a pair of experienced engineers and dedicated hobbyists, Practical Electronics for Inventors, Fourth Edition, lays out the essentials and provides step by step instructions, schematics, and illustrations. Discover how to select the right components, design and build circuits, use microcontrollers and ICs, work with the latest software tools, and test and tweak your creations. This easy to follow book features new instruction on programmable logic, semiconductors, operational amplifiers, voltage regulators, power supplies, digital electronics, and more. Practical Electronics for Inventors, Fourth Edition, covers:Resistors, capacitors, inductors, and transformersDiodes, transistors, and integrated circuits Optoelectronics, solar cells, and phototransistors Sensors, GPS modules, and touch screens Op amps, regulators, and power supplies Digital electronics, LCD displays, and logic gates Microcontrollers and prototyping platformsCombinational and sequential programmable logicDC motors, RC servos, and stepper motors Microphones, audio amps, and speakers Modular electronics and prototypes Read more
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| Publisher | McGraw Hill TAB |
|---|---|
| Publication date | March 24, 2016 |
| Edition | 4th |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 1056 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1259587541 |
| ISBN-13 | 42 |
| Item Weight | 4.55 pounds |
| Dimensions | 8.5 x 1.85 x 10.8 inches |
| Part of series | Electronics |
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An excellent resource for electronic circuit design
Format: Paperback
Having taken several Electrical Engineering courses as a part of my Software Engineering degree, and developed a keen interest in embedded systems, I wanted to pick up a book for reference on designing and building circuits. I was looking for something that would be useful both for reviewing topics and occasionally teaching myself something new, without wading through pages of examples and exercises, as is common with many full-blown textbooks. I read the description for the book, and it seemed to fit the bill, so I put it on pre-order and waited. It arrived around a week ago, and thus far it seems to be everything I was looking for, and more. If you don't want to sit through the rest of my review, I'll summarize by saying that this book is well worth the price. It is a big book, and covers a wide variety of topics in circuit analysis and design, from basic theory to electric motors to audio electronics. Each chapter includes an overview of the theory and big ideas of the subject, plus practical information for those looking to implement the ideas. I certainly was not disappointed. As I mentioned, this is a large book, checking in at nearly 1000 pages. "You could hurt someone with it," as my old literature teacher used to say. It may weigh heavy on the scale, but is light on your wallet, in the $20-$30 range for a new copy. Another reviewer has pointed out that the low price is partially enabled by printing on rather low-quality paper. This is true; the paper is not of particularly great quality, but in my opinion this does not detract from the book's worth. By no means is the book in danger of falling apart, so I would not let this minor issue deter you from picking up a copy. Now, regarding the content: this book is broken up into 16 chapters, or 17 if you count the three or four-page first chapter. The first "real" chapter is truly colossal, and fills almost 250 pages with the theory of electronic circuits. This alone is worth the price of admission. This is followed by another large chapter that deals with the basic components that are used in circuits everywhere, and includes many useful tables, diagrams, and sketches of almost every variation of the components imaginable (for example, the chapter describes 8 different styles of switches). From here, the book branches out into several areas of circuits. You can continue through the chapters in order, to learn about semiconductors, optoelectronics, and sensors; or you could jump ahead to chapter 12 to start on digital electronics, then continue to microcontrollers and programmable logic. In general, each chapter starts with a basic introduction to the topic, followed by subsections that dig deeper into the specifics. If there is anything to complain about structurally, it would be the rather odd placement of "hands on electronics," which is chapter number 7. The chapter itself focuses on the physical construction of circuits, including safety, diagrams, breadboards, and other lab equipment such as multimeters and power supplies. Given the content of the chapter, I feel that it would have made more sense to place it after the chapter on basic components, rather than wedged between sensors and op-amps. However, I certainly prefer to have the information in a strange location than not at all. All in all, this is an excellent reference for someone who wants a one-stop shop to review any of the wide variety of topics that are covered. This book does seem to be more focused on breadth of topics than depth, so it may be more useful to hobbyists than professionals. In either case, the book should be a valuable pickup for anyone in search of a solid overview of electronic circuits.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2016 by Luke
A well deserved best seller. Excellent!
Format: Paperback
As other reviewer has noted the authors have made a very concientious effort to try to be clear and practical. This is not a theoretical book, although chapter 2 "Theory" alone may well be worth the price for book. Chapter 2 is the most difficult, extensive and theoretical chapter in the book, but worth the effort. The explanations are very detailed and organized on different levels of difficulty. The authors are very systematic in their approach. All basic RC / LC / RLC circuits are explained by calculus, by mechanical / hydraulical analogues and the behaviour is summarized in tables at the end of each section. The authors make a consistent effort to make sure the reader grasps the essentials. Whether the mathematics used in Chapter 2 is difficult or easy depends on the reader's prior background. Some knowledge of basic calculus helps, but is not an absolute requirement, as the solution of the equations is given and rather extensively explained by other means. Complex variables are also used, but the mechanics of complex variables calculations are explained clearly, simply and with enough worked examples and exercises to allow a dedicated reader to be able to learn how to get practical results without getting into the technical details. After chapter 2 the book gets very practical indeed, with detailed coverage of the elements of circuits (chapter 3). This chapter in particular is extremely well written The elements of circuits, from connectors to wires, to the different constructions, advantages, applications and disadvantages of different types of capacitors, resistors, inductors, batteries, connectors and even wires are explained at length. Transistors, Op Amps and Discrete Logic circuits are covered in the following chapters. An overview of microcontrollers and FPGAs is included but is not as deep, so if your interest is specifically in these you will have to expand with another book. Test equipment, oscilloscope and multimeter principles and use, pcb construction, recommndations on building your electronic component stockpile.... This book has almost everything I can think a beginner would need. While the book is not hardcover and somewhat floppy, it is sturdy enough to withstand heavy use. My volume is certainly not falling apart. T printing is black and white only, but the drawings and diagrams are very legible and clear. The paper quality used is a bit uneven throughout, with a few pages here and there printed on what seems more porous paper, but all perfectly legible. Some mistakes have made it to the fourth edition. 1. On pages 182 and 184 the title of the section should be "LCR circuit" instead of "LC circuit" 2. On page 302 section 3.5.2 the denominator of the expression in the example should be 1000 + 3000 ohms, instead of 1000 x 3000 ohms. The result is correctly stated as 4000 ohms. A well deserved best seller. If you know nothing about electronics it will get you to a very decent level of understanding. If you already know about electronics the explanations, tables, and detailed descriptions are very useful. It has a much gentler learning curve than the other classic book with a practical orientation "The Art of Electronics" by Horowitz, buy both if you can, but "Practical Electronics" is an excellent place to start.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2016 by Goran Mirko Serka
And It Just Keeps Getting Better!!
Format: Paperback
I have been using this book to teach a university introductory electronics class for several years, starting with the second edition, through the third edition, and will now start using the Fourth Edition this fall. It is an excellent book at an excellent price. The real value of this book, as I shared with my previous reviews, is the breadth of information that is covered. This is a book that should be on the shelf of any engineer who will ever have to deal with any question of electricity or electronics. Does it cover every topic in exhaustive detail? No, and that is part of its strength. It gives enough information for the novice to get the concept along with ways to find more information. A new chapter has been added on programmable logic, which continues to grow more day by day. In addition to the traditional material on electricity concepts such as voltage, current, and resistance, there is a lot of useful day-to-day information. There is a section on electric motors, a section on home electrical wiring, a section on electrical safety, and lots more. There is a chapter on sensors that is more up to date with the recent advances in less expensive modules that can be used by microcontrollers like the Arduino. Again, no exhaustive detail, but the information is present to spur the reader on to find more detailed information on the internet and in other references. Thankfully, this book is NOT written like a traditional textbook with lots of theories and derivations of equations. It presents what you need to work with electricity and with electronic components. It's a tutor...it gives you the basics so that you then know how to find the information when needed. At over 1000 pages, there's a high probability that any topic the reader wants to know about is at least mentioned along with the means to find further information. Paul Scherz started with a classic book with the first edition. With Simon Monk's addition to the team for the Third and Fourth Editions, this book is destined to be the new standard for electronics instruction.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2016 by SC Hobbyist
Good overall, not a beginner book
Format: Paperback
This book is packed with information. I don't know if I would recommend it as a first book on electronics. It does have almost 250 pages dedicated to theory, and then it begins breaking down individual electronic components. I am pleased with the book, and it is a good reference as I step back into the world of electronics and design.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2026 by Chris
Great book in a good price
Format: Paperback
Worth to spend money on such a great practical approach book. Not like a traditional engineering book. Recommend to buy for beginner and gray Electrical and electronics engineering students
Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2026 by muhammad shakir khan
Just BUY THIS BOOK!
Format: Paperback
If you are into any kind of electronics - just buy this book, period. I'm a professional chemical engineer, and electronics is my hobby (microcontrollers, like Arduino, etc.). This book is better than my college electronics textbooks (which were pretty good, but this is better). He explains, in as much detail as you want, everything about electonics, power distribution all the way to your house, how electricity works, digital electronics, everything. This is a major reference book for electricity and electronics. In fact, somebody borrowed my college electronics text and never returned it years ago - I always planned to replace that book, but this one is better. No, you don't need a degree to understand this book, but he will take you as far into the theory as you want to go, and you will understand the un-understandable! This will be a reference for the rest of yur life. Thank you Scherz & Monk for writing this. I'd give it more stars if I could.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2019 by Reynolds
Great reference and student book
Format: Paperback
Awesome book
Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2026 by A
An Outstanding Electronics Reference for Beginners and Experienced Makers
Format: Paperback
Practical Electronics for Inventors, Fourth Edition is one of the most complete electronics books I’ve come across. Whether you’re just getting started with electronics or have years of experience building and troubleshooting circuits, there’s a tremendous amount of useful information packed into this book. The authors do an excellent job explaining concepts in a way that is easy to understand while still providing the technical depth needed as your skills grow. Topics range from basic components and circuit theory to more advanced subjects, making it a book that you can continue to reference as you learn. The illustrations, diagrams, and examples help make complex concepts easier to grasp. What I like most is that this isn’t a book you’ll read once and put on a shelf. It serves as both a learning resource and a long-term reference guide for electronics projects, repairs, and experimentation. I’ve already found myself returning to it multiple times when working on projects in my workshop. If you have any interest in electronics, microcontrollers, DIY projects, or circuit design, this book deserves a place in your library. Highly recommended.
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