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Frequency Compensation of Operational Amplifiers

Frequency Compensation of Operational Amplifiers

Learn about op-amp frequency compensation with an example circuit we'll observe in PSpice.


Twice the Audio Quality at Half the Power? New Dialog Audio Codecs Offer Active Noise Canceling

Twice the Audio Quality at Half the Power? New Dialog Audio Codecs Offer Active Noise Canceling

Designing small audio devices with an eye for power budget? Dialog thinks it has just the codecs you need.


News May 31, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Transimpedance Amplifier Stability

Transimpedance Amplifier Stability

Learn about how to stabilize transimpedance amplifiers or TIAs with useful examples.


Understanding Poles and Zeros in Transfer Functions

Understanding Poles and Zeros in Transfer Functions

This article explains what poles and zeros are and discusses the ways in which transfer-function poles and zeros are related to the magnitude and phase behavior of analog filter circuits.


An Introduction to Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVS)

An Introduction to Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVS)

An intro to transients and the devices used to suppress them. Learn about the variety of devices used to suppress transients.


Understanding the First-Order High-Pass Filter Transfer Function

Understanding the First-Order High-Pass Filter Transfer Function

This article continues our discussion of s-domain transfer functions and their role in the design and analysis of analog filters.


How to Perform Transient Analysis and Noise Source Simulation with LTspice

How to Perform Transient Analysis and Noise Source Simulation with LTspice

Learn multiple ways to simulate noise sources—for both transient and noise analysis—in LTspice.


Noise Analysis Using LTspice Tutorial

Noise Analysis Using LTspice Tutorial

Learn how to simulate noise using LTspice and use this great tool to learn more about low-noise design.


Analog Devices Inc. DC2609A Demo Board for LTC6952 | New Product Brief

Analog Devices Inc. DC2609A Demo Board for LTC6952 | New Product Brief

Analog Devices’ DC2609A is a demonstration and evaluation platform for the LTC6952 ultralow jitter 4.5GHz PLL.


Understanding Low-Pass Filter Transfer Functions

Understanding Low-Pass Filter Transfer Functions

This article provides some insight into the relationship between an s-domain transfer function and the behavior of a first-order low-pass filter.


SiTime Releases MEMS Temperature-Compensated Oscillators for 5G in Harsh Environments

SiTime Releases MEMS Temperature-Compensated Oscillators for 5G in Harsh Environments

5G continues to dominate 2019, this time with the wide release of MEMS oscillators for 5G in harsh conditions.


News May 16, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
How Reactive Loads and Networks Affect Phase Shift in Analog Circuits

How Reactive Loads and Networks Affect Phase Shift in Analog Circuits

How can reactive elements affect phase shift in an LC circuit? Learn more about phase shift in analog design.


Cree Invests $1 Billion in Expanding SiC Semiconductor Fab Capacity, Develops MOSFET Portfolio

Cree Invests $1 Billion in Expanding SiC Semiconductor Fab Capacity, Develops MOSFET Portfolio

Wolfspeed doubles down on SiC with a $1 billion investment towards Wolfspeed Schottky diodes and MOSFETs.


News May 14, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
What Is a Low Pass Filter? A Tutorial on the Basics of Passive RC Filters

What Is a Low Pass Filter? A Tutorial on the Basics of Passive RC Filters

What is filtering? Learn what resistor-capacitor (RC) low-pass filters are and where you can use them.


UnitedSiC Adds Seven New Silicon Carbide FET to its 650V Cascode Product Line

UnitedSiC Adds Seven New Silicon Carbide FET to its 650V Cascode Product Line

UnitedSiC has announced new additions to their 650V silicon carbide cascode FET family—just in time for PCIM.


News May 08, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Linear Technology and Analog Devices µModule Regulators | New Product Brief

Linear Technology and Analog Devices µModule Regulators | New Product Brief

Analog Devices’ LTM4700 µModule Regulator is a dual 50A or single 100A step-down regulator for use in telecom, datacom, and storage systems.


Safety Capacitors First: Class-X and Class-Y Capacitors

Safety Capacitors First: Class-X and Class-Y Capacitors

Learn about Class-X and Class-Y capacitors, where they are used, and why they are referred to as "safety" capacitors.


Understanding Phase Shift in Analog Circuits

Understanding Phase Shift in Analog Circuits

Learn about phase shift and how this fundamental electrical phenomenon is related to different circuit configurations.


How to Simulate a Bidirectional Voltage-Controlled Current Source

How to Simulate a Bidirectional Voltage-Controlled Current Source

Learn about simulating an interesting current source built around an op-amp and an instrumentation amplifier.


Exploring Power Transformer Protection for Power Systems: Failure Types and Differential Protection

Exploring Power Transformer Protection for Power Systems: Failure Types and Differential Protection

Learn why power transformers are important, where they can fail, and why protection systems are crucial.