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Mini But Mighty! Vishay, TDK, and Murata Push the Limits of Passives

Mini But Mighty! Vishay, TDK, and Murata Push the Limits of Passives

Vishay, TDK, and Murata have debuted space-saving passives: ultra-high-frequency chip resistors, high-current inductors, and the "world’s smallest" 10 µF/50V MLCC for cars.


News Jul 11, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Eaton Electronics HSH Hybrid Supercapacitors | New Product Brief

Eaton Electronics HSH Hybrid Supercapacitors | New Product Brief

Eaton Electronics HSH Hybrid Supercapacitors deliver high-power, ultra-high capacitance energy storage with exceptional reliability and up to 20 years of maintenance-free operation. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


new products Jul 08, 2025 by Mouser
KYOCERA AVX Tantalum Polymer Capacitors | Digital Datasheet

KYOCERA AVX Tantalum Polymer Capacitors | Digital Datasheet

KYOCERA AVX Tantalum Polymer Capacitors offer high voltage performance in ultra-compact, low-profile packages, making them ideal for power-dense, space-constrained designs. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


new products Jun 13, 2025 by Mouser
3 Passive Devices Share Goals of Power Density, Protection, and Efficiency

3 Passive Devices Share Goals of Power Density, Protection, and Efficiency

TDK, Littelfuse, and Diodes Inc. unveil components that advance miniaturization, efficiency, and surge protection across automotive, industrial, and energy sectors.


News Apr 17, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
KEMET ALO8A Snap-In Capacitors | Digital Datasheet

KEMET ALO8A Snap-In Capacitors | Digital Datasheet

KEMET ALO8A Snap-In Capacitors deliver high ripple current handling and excellent surge voltage protection, making them ideal for automotive and industrial power applications. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


new products Mar 24, 2025 by Mouser
Automotive Passives Roundup: Small Size Doesn’t Equal Small Performance

Automotive Passives Roundup: Small Size Doesn’t Equal Small Performance

The most basic components, done well, can have big performance and safety payoffs. Here are five new passives, including resistors, diodes, inductors, and capacitors, recently released for automotive designs.


News Mar 04, 2025 by Luke James
How to Tune a Class E Amplifier

How to Tune a Class E Amplifier

In this article, we discuss a tuning method designed specifically for Class E RF amplifiers.


Using QSPICE to Understand and Tune an LED Blinker Circuit

Using QSPICE to Understand and Tune an LED Blinker Circuit

In this article, we examine the oscillation behavior of an LED blinker circuit in QSPICE and learn how to control its ON-time and pulse repetition frequency.


TAIYO YUDEN Automotive-Grade Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors | New Product Brief

TAIYO YUDEN Automotive-Grade Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors | New Product Brief

TAIYO YUDEN Automotive-Grade Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors are robust, long-lasting components designed for high-performance automotive applications. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


new products Nov 08, 2024 by Mouser
How To Withstand Electrical Stresses in Modern Op Amps

How To Withstand Electrical Stresses in Modern Op Amps

When designing amplifier circuits, it can be a challenge to avoid an overvoltage event at the amplifier. Learn the multiple options you have for preventing damage and when an overvoltage event occurs.


Unraveling the Design Equations of the Class E Power Amplifier

Unraveling the Design Equations of the Class E Power Amplifier

In this article, we analyze the operation of the Class E amplifier and examine the underlying assumptions of its design equations.


Class E Power Amplifiers: Waveform Engineering for Superior Performance

Class E Power Amplifiers: Waveform Engineering for Superior Performance

Class E RF amplifiers are designed to produce switch waveforms with a specific set of characteristics. In this article, we discuss the advantages and limitations of these waveforms.


Introduction to the Class E Power Amplifier

Introduction to the Class E Power Amplifier

Learn how Class E amplifiers improve on the efficiency of Class D amplifiers at RF frequencies.


A Cortex-M Microcontroller-Enabled Electronic Timer: A Radio Shack Remix

A Cortex-M Microcontroller-Enabled Electronic Timer: A Radio Shack Remix

In this Radio Shack Classic Circuits Remix, we add modern microcontroller functionality to the vintage Electronic Timer project for the Science Fair 65-in-1 kit.


Projects Sep 15, 2024 by Don Wilcher
Knowles’ Cornell Dubilier Brand of QAS Arc Suppressor/Snubber Network Film Caps | New Product Brief

Knowles’ Cornell Dubilier Brand of QAS Arc Suppressor/Snubber Network Film Caps | New Product Brief

Knowles' Cornell Dubilier QAS Arc Suppressor/Snubber Network Film Capacitors are designed to extend the lifespan of electronic and electromechanical devices by reducing electrical arcing, noise, and electromagnetic interference (EMI). Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


new products Sep 12, 2024 by Mouser
Understanding Class D Amplifier Non-Idealities: Reactive Loads and Parasitic Capacitances

Understanding Class D Amplifier Non-Idealities: Reactive Loads and Parasitic Capacitances

In this article, we'll learn about two important non-idealities of Class D power amplifiers and how they affect performance.


Nanusens Leverages MEMS-Within-CMOS to Unlock 5G and 6G Bands

Nanusens Leverages MEMS-Within-CMOS to Unlock 5G and 6G Bands

MEMS technologist Nanusens is putting its RF digitally tunable capacitors (DTCs) to new use in RF front ends to help 5G and 6G take off.


News Jul 24, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Voltronics / Knowles J Series Ceramic Chip Trimmer Capacitors | Featured Product Spotlight

Voltronics / Knowles J Series Ceramic Chip Trimmer Capacitors | Featured Product Spotlight

Knowles' Voltronics brand J Series Ceramic Chip Trimmer Capacitors are designed for high performance and stability over time, with minimal capacitance drift. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


new products Jul 09, 2024 by Mouser
Using Clever Techniques to Convert a Passive Audio Filter Into an Active Filter

Using Clever Techniques to Convert a Passive Audio Filter Into an Active Filter

This project covers two fascinating and useful circuit design techniques—the Burton Transform and Dualling—that allow us to transform a passive network into an active network while building an audio noise filter.


Projects Jun 02, 2024 by John Woodgate
Power-Dense Microcapacitors Pave the Way for On-Chip Energy Storage

Power-Dense Microcapacitors Pave the Way for On-Chip Energy Storage

In an early look at on-chip power, researchers have demonstrated that thin-film micro-capacitors can be fabricated on semiconductor chips.


News May 14, 2024 by Duane Benson