Circuit diagram :
Parts :
R1 = 470R 1/2W
R2 = 100K
R3 = 1M5
R4 = 1K
C1 = 330nF-400V
C2 = 100µF-25V
C3 = 10nF-63V
C4 = 10µF-25V
C5 = 10nF-63V
D1 = 1N4007
D2 = 1N4007
D3 = BZX79C10
D4 = TIC206M
Q1 = BC557
IC1 = 7555 or TS555CN CMos Timer IC
SW1 = SPST Mains suited Switch
Circuit operation:
Due to the low current drawing, the circuit can be supplied from 230Vac mains without a transformer. Supply voltage is reduced to 10Vdc by means of C1 reactance, a two diode rectifier cell D1 & D2 and Zener diode D3. IC1 is a CMos 555 timer wired as a monostable, providing 15 seconds on-time set by R3 & C4. When SW1 is closed, IC1 output (pin 3) is permanently on, driving Triac D4 which in turn feeds the lamp. Opening SW1 operates the monostable and, after 15 seconds, pin 3 of IC1 goes low switching off the lamp.
Notes:
- The circuit is wired permanently to the mains supply but current drain is negligible.
- Due to transformerless design there is no heat generation.
- The delay time can be varied changing R3 and/or C4 values.
- Taking C4 = 10µF, R3 increases timing with about 100K per second ratio. I.e. R3 = 1M Time = 10 seconds, R3 = 1M8 Time = 18 seconds.
- Low Gate-current Triacs are recommended.
- Use a well insulated mains-type switch for SW1.
- Warning! The circuit is connected to 230Vac mains, then some parts in the circuit board are subjected to lethal potential!. Avoid touching the circuit when plugged and enclose it in a plastic box.
Source : www.redcircuits.com