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General

About Power4All, what we do, and who we serve

Power4All is a power electronics R&D and consultancy company based in Bikaner, Rajasthan, India. We specialise in the design and development of SMPS, DC fast chargers, battery chargers, AC-DC / DC-DC / DC-AC converters, PCB design, EV conversion support, and website/portal development. We work with students, educators, startups, labs, and manufacturers who need practical engineering delivered with clear communication.
Website: power4all.in

Power4All is founded and led by an electronics engineer and R&D professional based in Bikaner, Rajasthan. The founder has hands-on experience in SMPS design, high-power DC fast charger development (up to 80kW), EV charging infrastructure, PCB layout using KiCad, and embedded firmware on ESP32 and Arduino platforms.

Power4All works with a wide range of clients including:
  • Engineering students working on final-year or semester projects
  • Educators and academic institutions needing lab equipment or seminar support
  • Startups building their first power electronics product or MVP
  • Manufacturers looking for OEM converter or charger design support
  • Teams needing a professional web presence for their lab or consultancy

Power4All is based in Bikaner, Rajasthan, India. While our physical base is in Rajasthan, we take on remote consultancy engagements for clients across India and internationally, delivering simulation files, schematics, PCB layouts, firmware, and documentation digitally.

Power4All uses industry-standard and open-source tools throughout the design and delivery process:
  • PCB Design: KiCad (schematic + layout)
  • Schematic: QElectroTech for documentation drawings
  • Simulation: LTspice, simulation tools for converter modelling
  • Firmware: Arduino IDE, ESP32 IDF, VS Code with PlatformIO
  • Web Development: PHP, HTML/CSS/JS, Bootstrap

Yes. Most engagements include a handover package with use notes, test procedures, and a support period to help your team continue with confidence. For larger product development projects, extended support, maintenance, and design revisions can be agreed at the start of the engagement.

The easiest way to start is by submitting a consultancy inquiry through our Consultancy page. Share your project title, type, current stage, and what support you need. We typically respond within 2–3 working days with technical next steps or a discovery call to finalize scope and milestones.

SMPS & Converters

Switch-mode power supply design, AC-DC, DC-DC, and DC-AC converters

Power4All has hands-on experience with a wide range of SMPS topologies including:
  • Flyback converter (isolated, up to 150W range)
  • Forward converter (single and double-ended)
  • Buck and boost converters (non-isolated DC-DC)
  • Buck-boost and SEPIC for battery applications
  • Half-bridge and full-bridge for higher power designs
  • LLC resonant converter for high-efficiency applications
Topology selection is driven by isolation requirements, power level, efficiency targets, and regulatory constraints discussed during the discovery phase.

Power4All has designed and developed SMPS ranging from small 12W adaptor-style supplies up to 150W for standard SMPS work. For larger converter modules — including 80kW DC fast charger module development — we have experience in high-power stage design. The right power level for your project is established during the initial discovery and scope discussion.

Yes. For applications above 75W or those requiring compliance with energy efficiency standards, Power4All includes PFC stage design — typically a boost-based active PFC front-end. This improves input power quality, reduces harmonic distortion, and is essential for products sold in regulated markets or connected to sensitive generator supplies.

Yes. Power4All has experience with three-phase power systems including diode bridge rectifiers and active front-end stages. Three-phase input designs are commonly used in our higher-power DC charger module work (11kW and 80kW ranges). The design includes inrush protection, DC bus capacitor sizing, and appropriate MOSFET or IGBT selection for the application.

EMI management is built into the design from the start rather than added at the end. This includes:
  • X and Y capacitor selection at the input for common-mode and differential-mode noise
  • Common-mode choke design or selection
  • Snubber circuits across switching devices and transformer leakage management
  • PCB layout practices — minimising high-di/dt loop areas, copper pours for ground planes
  • Shielding considerations for sensitive control circuits near high-frequency switching stages

Power4All performs full transformer and inductor design calculations — core selection, turns ratio, winding strategy, air gap sizing, and loss estimation — as part of the converter design. For prototype builds, wound components can be sourced from local winding shops with our specification, or off-the-shelf equivalents are identified. Manufacturing-ready winding specifications are provided in the deliverable documentation.

Yes — simulation is a standard first step in every converter design engagement. We validate the circuit topology, switching waveforms, voltage and current stress across components, and control loop stability before committing to hardware. This reduces prototype failures and gives your team confidence in the design before buying components. Simulation files are included in the deliverable package.

Battery Chargers

12W to 2000W charger and adaptor design, protection, and validation

Power4All designs battery chargers and adaptors from 12W up to 2000W. This covers:
  • Small notebook-style adaptors (12W–60W)
  • Lead-acid and lithium battery chargers for two-wheelers (60W–300W)
  • Industrial battery chargers for 48V–96V systems (300W–1000W)
  • High-power chargers for stationary storage and large battery packs (up to 2000W)

Power4All designs chargers for both lead-acid and lithium-ion battery chemistries:
  • Lead-acid: Flooded, AGM, and gel types — using CC-CV charging with temperature compensation
  • Lithium-ion (Li-ion / LiFePO4): Precise CC-CV profile with cell balancing interface and BMS communication
The charging profile (voltage limits, current taper, temperature cutoff) is defined during the discovery phase based on your specific battery pack specification.

Protection design is a core part of every battery charger project. Standard protection features include:
  • Over-voltage protection (OVP) at battery and output
  • Over-current protection (OCP) and short-circuit protection
  • Under-voltage lockout (UVLO) on input
  • Thermal protection with NTC-based temperature monitoring
  • Reverse polarity protection on battery connection
  • Soft-start to limit inrush at startup
Additional protection (cell-level over-discharge, BMS interlock) is added based on application requirements.

Yes. Power4All integrates microcontroller-based control (ESP32 or Arduino) into charger designs when smart features are required — including LCD or OLED display readout, LED status indicators, UART/I2C communication with a BMS, charging state feedback (CC, CV, full), and data logging. Firmware is written and delivered as part of the project.

Yes. Power4All has developed wind energy MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) charge controllers for small wind turbine systems. Solar charge controller design is also within scope. For renewable energy charging applications, the design includes MPPT algorithm implementation (Perturb & Observe or Incremental Conductance), battery SOC management, and load control based on battery state.
Power4All has active R&D on a 3kW wind energy system with MPPT — making us well-positioned for this type of application.

A complete battery charger project deliverable includes:
  • Simulation files with validated CC-CV waveforms and protection scenarios
  • Full schematic and component BOM with supplier references
  • PCB layout files (KiCad, Gerber, drill files) ready for fabrication
  • Firmware source code (if microcontroller-based)
  • Test procedure and validation checklist
  • Documentation covering operating limits, safety, and maintenance notes

EV Charging & Conversion

DC fast chargers, AC chargers, EV conversion support

Power4All has developed and tested the following EV charging systems:
  • 11kW / 400V AC 16A — three-phase AC EV charger
  • 80kW DC Fast Charger Module — high-power DC fast charging hardware for commercial EV stations
These projects give us practical, field-tested experience across both AC and DC charging architectures — from input rectification and PFC through to the output DC bus and vehicle communication protocol considerations.

Yes. Power4All can support DC fast charger design engagements covering system architecture, power stage topology selection, controller design, protection circuits, thermal management guidance, and PCB/hardware documentation. The scope is defined during discovery — including target power level (30kW, 60kW, 80kW+), input supply (three-phase AC), output voltage range, and any communication protocol requirements (CAN, OCPP).

Yes. Power4All offers EV conversion consultancy for converting petrol and diesel vehicles to electric drive. This includes:
  • System architecture and motor-controller selection guidance
  • Battery pack sizing, voltage selection, and BMS integration
  • On-board charger (OBC) selection or design
  • Simulation of drive cycle power requirements
  • Prototype build guidance and test procedure
This service is particularly suited to final-year college projects, startup EV prototypes, and small commercial vehicle conversion pilots.

For EV charging projects, Power4All is familiar with CAN bus communication for charger-to-vehicle interfacing, basic OCPP (Open Charge Point Protocol) considerations for network-connected chargers, UART-based local communication for embedded control, and Modbus for industrial charger management. Protocol selection and implementation complexity is discussed during discovery based on your application requirements and target market.

Yes. Power4All provides web development for EV charging network portals — including station status dashboards, user registration and session tracking, payment integration APIs, admin management panels, and mobile-responsive designs. This can be built as a standalone web portal or integrated into an existing website.

Timeline varies significantly based on scope and power level. A broad guide:
  • Small on-board charger (1–3kW): 4–8 weeks from discovery to prototype
  • Mid-range AC charger (7–11kW): 8–14 weeks including PCB fabrication
  • DC fast charger module (30–80kW): 16–26 weeks for full hardware design and first validation
These estimates assume components are available and no major design pivots. A realistic timeline is agreed during scope definition.

PCB Design

Multilayer PCB layout, KiCad, EMI-aware routing, manufacturing files

Power4All uses KiCad (current stable version) for all PCB design work — including schematic capture, footprint assignment, DRC, PCB layout, and Gerber export. KiCad is an industry-capable, open-source EDA tool that produces manufacturing-ready output files compatible with all major PCB fabrication services (JLCPCB, PCBWay, local Indian manufacturers). All project files are delivered in KiCad native format plus exported Gerber, drill, and BOM files.

Yes. Power4All designs 2-layer and 4-layer PCBs depending on circuit complexity and EMI requirements. For power electronics applications, 4-layer boards with dedicated power and ground planes are recommended for noise-sensitive designs — they reduce loop inductance, improve thermal spreading, and simplify EMI management. The layer stackup is selected based on your power level, switching frequency, and budget constraints.

EMI-aware layout is one of Power4All's strongest practices. Key approaches include:
  • Minimising the area of high-frequency, high-di/dt current loops (switch node, gate drive return)
  • Separating high-current power traces from sensitive signal traces
  • Using copper pours for both ground planes and thermal spreading under MOSFETs and diodes
  • Placing gate resistors and bootstrap capacitors physically close to the switching device
  • Avoiding shared return paths between primary and secondary circuits on isolated converters
  • Via stitching around high-noise areas for shielding effectiveness

Yes. High-current PCB design requires careful trace width calculation, copper weight selection (1oz, 2oz, or more), thermal via arrays under components, and in some cases bus bar integration or heavy copper tracks for main current paths. Power4All applies IPC-2221 guidelines for trace current capacity and includes thermal analysis for high-dissipation components as part of the layout review.

A complete PCB design deliverable includes:
  • KiCad native project files (schematic + PCB layout)
  • Gerber files for all layers (copper, silkscreen, solder mask, drill)
  • Drill file (Excellon format)
  • Bill of Materials (BOM) with component values, footprints, and suggested suppliers
  • Assembly drawing (top and bottom component placement)
  • 3D board render for visual review
  • Design Rule Check (DRC) report confirming zero violations

Yes. If you already have a verified schematic (in KiCad, EasyEDA, Altium, or even a PDF), Power4All can import or redraw it and create a production-ready PCB layout. A brief schematic review is included to flag any missing components, grounding issues, or component mismatches before layout begins — this avoids errors carried through from the schematic to the board.

Consultancy Engagements

How we work, timelines, deliverables, and pricing

Power4All accepts small focused engagements — such as a topology review, simulation for a single converter stage, schematic review, or a PCB layout for an existing design — as well as full end-to-end product development projects. There is no minimum engagement size. A brief inquiry via our Consultancy page is all that is needed to get started.

The standard Power4All engagement flow:
  • Step 1 — Inquiry: Submit a project inquiry with type, stage, and support needed
  • Step 2 — Review: We review within 2–3 working days and respond with technical clarifications or a discovery call invitation
  • Step 3 — Discovery: Scope, milestones, and deliverables are agreed
  • Step 4 — Simulation phase: Circuit modelling, topology validation, waveform review
  • Step 5 — Hardware & PCB: Schematic finalisation, PCB layout, BOM
  • Step 6 — Validation: Prototype testing, documentation
  • Step 7 — Handover: Final files, documentation, and support period

Yes, this is very common. Many clients arrive with a partially developed circuit, an in-progress prototype, or a schematic that needs PCB layout. Power4All assesses the current state, identifies gaps or risks, and continues from the existing stage. A brief review of available files before the engagement begins ensures we work from the correct baseline.

Yes — academic support is a significant part of Power4All's work. We help with final-year BE/BTech projects, diploma projects, seminar setups, lab equipment design, and R&D lab build support. Documentation is provided in a format suitable for academic submission including circuit description, design calculations, simulation results, and test observations.

Yes. Web and portal development is one of Power4All's six consulting streams. We build professional, responsive websites and web portals for consultancy firms, academic labs, startups, and EV charging networks — using PHP, HTML/CSS/JS, and Bootstrap. This is especially useful for clients who need both the technical hardware work and a clean digital presence to represent it, available from one team.

Community

Power4All community membership, learning, and resources

The Power4All community is a growing platform for students, engineers, educators, and enthusiasts interested in power electronics. Members get access to learning content, project discussions, tutorials on SMPS, converters, EV charging, PCB design, and firmware — all grounded in real engineering practice rather than just theory. The community is a space to learn, ask questions, and stay updated with Power4All projects and developments.
Follow Power4All on Instagram at @power4all.in for regular updates, tutorials, and engineering content.

You can join the Power4All community through the Community Members page on this website. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in power electronics — whether you are a student starting out, an engineer looking to deepen your skills, or an educator seeking practical resources for your institution.

Yes. Power4All regularly publishes educational content on power electronics fundamentals, component deep-dives, MOSFET vs BJT comparisons, capacitor behaviour, SMPS design concepts, and more — via the website and on Instagram. Content is aimed at making power electronics practical and accessible, especially for engineering students and early-career engineers who want to build real-world skills beyond classroom theory.
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