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New Tech Tuesdays: DC Microgrids Offer a Smarter, More Efficient Energy Solution

On December 24, 2024 in All, Circuit Protection, Energy Harvesting, General, Industrial, IoT, Low Power, New Tech Tuesdays, Power, Sensors by Rudy Ramos

DC microgrids, despite their niche nature, can integrate with renewable energies for efficient power and storage solutions, potentially leading to a greener, more efficient distributed energy source for the modern world.

Avoid These Common Capacitor Mishaps

On December 18, 2024 in All, Circuit Protection, General by JJ DeLisle

Examine the critical process of choosing and sourcing discrete capacitors for PCB design. Also, learn about the challenges capacitors face in high-stress environments and the key strategies for enhancing capacitor longevity and reliability.

New Tech Tuesdays: eFuses Offer Multifunction Circuit Protection

On November 19, 2024 in All, Circuit Protection, Computing, General, IoT, Low Power, New Tech Tuesdays, Sensors by Rudy Ramos

Toshiba’s TCKE9 eFuses provide an advanced, multifunctional circuit protection solution ideal for energy-conscious applications. Their compact design and integrated protection capabilities make them the perfect choice for a wide range of applications.

New Tech Tuesdays: Separating Signals from Noise

On November 12, 2024 in All, Audio, Automation, Automotive, Circuit Protection, Dev Tools, General, Industrial, IoT, Lighting, Low Power, New Tech Tuesdays, Open Source, Power, RF, Robotics, Sensors, Wireless by Rudy Ramos

As miniaturization advances, the importance of using the right tools becomes crucial. High-performance testing equipment enables engineers to tackle modern circuit design challenges with precision, ensuring optimal functionality and reliability in complex circuit designs.

Advanced Thermal Solutions for EV Charging

On October 17, 2024 in All, Automotive, Circuit Protection, General by Same Sky

As the number of EVs and chargers rises everywhere, their underlying technologies will evolve and improve, including potential increases in charging power and capacity. Ensuring that thermal management systems can adapt to these evolving demands is crucial.

PTC Thermistors Solve Automotive Inrush Current and Overload Challenges

On October 9, 2024 in All, Circuit Protection by Vishay

PTC thermistors offer a reliable solution to prevent damage from inrush current and overload in automotive functions such as onboard chargers and DC links. Unlike thermally protected fuse resistors, they self-reset after cooling down and provide continuous protection.

Personal Transportation and Consumer Challenges

On March 27, 2024 in All, Circuit Protection, General, Power by Mark Patrick

In the third blog of this four-part series, we will explore the micromobility solutions available to consumers. Investigate the underlying technology and safety concerns that exist within the market before exploring the solutions designers can use to ensure their products are safe.

Battery Safety Circuits Are Essential and Available

On January 29, 2024 in All, Circuit Protection, General by Littelfuse

The use of lithium-ion batteries in tools, electronics, and renewable energy systems necessitates stringent safety measures and protection against overcharging, short circuits, and thermal issues. Safety standards and protective devices are vital to meeting this need.

Tagged With: lithium-ion batteries, overcurrent, overtemperature, overvoltage, power tools, pptc, tvs

Shielding Circuits: Guard Against Surges

On January 19, 2024 in All, Circuit Protection, General by Littelfuse

Circuit designers have several options for protecting their circuit designs from ESD, transients, overvoltage, and overcurrent surges. Understanding how different protection schemes use other protection devices is key to safeguarding circuits.

Tagged With: breaker, esd, fuse, overcurrent, overvoltage, protection circuit, surge, transorb, tvs, varistor

QSPICE Simplifies Circuit Modeling

On December 15, 2023 in All, Circuit Protection, General by Qorvo

The increasing integration of digital circuitry in analog chips and vice versa challenges traditional SPICE tools' performance. Qorvo's QSPICE, a cutting-edge circuit simulation software, is the market's most advanced mixed-mode simulator, simplifying complex circuit design modeling for engineers.

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