This is a repost from here, I think this sub-forum is where I should have posted it though.
Hello, I'm putting together a project and was hoping somebody could shed some advice.
Basically it's just a pid controller for a heating element that is powered by mains voltage. The issue is the power supply for the low voltage stuff while only taking up one outlet. I'm probably going to be making more than one of these, so I really don't want to go the usual route or tearing apart a "wallwart". End game is 5v DC, about .6 amps.
I was wondering if anyone here has any experience with pcb mount power "modules" like these two:
Transformers, bridge rectifiers, and caps add up to a cheaper amount but the above would make my life easier. Also the above are a smaller package than what I would come up with using individual components. Wondering how some of you would go about this situation?
Any insight appreciated.