This is a very simple board that takes a 4-9V input voltage and outputs a selectable 1.8V or 3.3V regulated voltage. All headers are 0.1" pitch for simple insertion into a breadboard.
Input power can be supplied to either the DC barrel jack or the two pin header labeled + and -. Output power is supplied to the pins labeled GND and VCC. Board has both an On/Off switch and a voltage select switch (3.3V/1.8V).
The two pairs of GND and VCC pins are spaced such that when connected to our Basic Breadboard both power busses will be powered.
Check out our Unregulated Power Supply Tutorial!
Note: We've released a new version of the SparkFun Breadboard Power Supply Stick, it can be found here! The new version functions the exact same way as this older model but we've made a few changes to footprints, the silkscreen, and added a second set of pins that output to the breadboard to help with stabilization. Go check it out!
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For a $15 widget, you'd think there'd still be a switch for 5V as well.
We do carry a 3.3V / 5V version.
What is the maximum current this guy can supply
In theory up to 1.5A, but in practice whether it can get there without overheating (it will safely shut down if it gets too hot) depends on the input voltage, ambient temperature, airflow, etc.
Out of curiosity, what types of circuits use 1.8v?
http://www.sparkfun.com/products/10890 is atleast one new product that needs 1.8