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Battery Voltage Monitor

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This circuit gives an early warning of the discharge of batteries. Zener diode D1 is chosen for the voltage below which an indication is required (9V). Should the supply drop to below 7V, D1 will cease conducting causing Q1 to shut off. Its collector voltage will now increase causing Q2 to start conducting via LED and its limiting resistor R4.
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