Arduino: Switching Regulator LM2596 cheap modules with Voltmeter

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Arduino: Switching Regulator LM2596 cheap modules with Voltmeter

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They are look the same but they are not. I tried to check from the user's feedbacks.
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Model 1 Fewer.png Model 1

These one is the cheapest and have fewer components. Maybe it's the first generation.
Use an inductor 100µH. It has green LED power.

The left button use to turn on/off voltmeter.
The right button use to switch between input and output voltage.

There is a blue PCB version which slightly differences.
Model 1 Fewer Blue.png
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Model 2 MH.png Model 2 (MH)

It shows leading zero. Use an inductor 47µH. Both input/output LEDs are red color.

Use only one button for all functions.
Short press = switch between input and output voltage.
1-2 sec = calibration
3 sec = on/off voltmeter

The PCB is bigger than another.
Model 2 Comparison.png
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Model 3.png Model 3

Use an inductor 33µH. Both input/output LEDs are red color.
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Model 4.png Model 4 (2596-SDC)

Use an inductor 33µH. The output LED is green color.
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Model 5.png Model 5

Like the model 1, has two buttons but come with more components.
Use an inductor 33µH and input capacitor 100µF.
Both input/output LEDs are red color.
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