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Controlling and Preventing Core Saturation in Inductors

Controlling and Preventing Core Saturation in Inductors

Core saturation is one of the main limitations on the design of magnetic components. In this article, we explore how different factors—particularly the number of turns—impact the core saturation of an inductor.


Six Misconceptions About Power Modules—Say Goodbye to Trade-Offs

Six Misconceptions About Power Modules—Say Goodbye to Trade-Offs

With power modules, no one wants to have to trade-off performance for other benefits. But you don’t have to. In this article, learn about modern power module capabilities by understanding these six misconceptions.


TI Devises Size-Saving Magnetic Packaging for New Power Modules

TI Devises Size-Saving Magnetic Packaging for New Power Modules

Today Texas Instruments has lifted the curtain on six new DC-DC power supply modules with improved thermal, EMI, and efficiency performance.


News Jul 16, 2024 by Duane Benson
Using Permeability to Understand Magnetic Core Saturation

Using Permeability to Understand Magnetic Core Saturation

In this article, we learn about core saturation and why it should be avoided in most applications. We then examine how different ways of defining permeability can help us predict the saturation flux density of a magnetic core.


Toshiba Demos New Switching Topology for Non-Isolated DC-DC Converters

Toshiba Demos New Switching Topology for Non-Isolated DC-DC Converters

The new topology eliminates the need for a transformer and significantly reduces the number of capacitors in DC-DC converter ICs.


News Jul 10, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Understanding How Laminated Cores Reduce Eddy Current Loss

Understanding How Laminated Cores Reduce Eddy Current Loss

Eddy currents are a major loss mechanism in transformer cores. This article provides both in-depth and simplified explanations of how core laminations work to mitigate the effects of eddy currents.


Siemens LOGO!Power Miniature Power Supplies | New Product Brief

Siemens LOGO!Power Miniature Power Supplies | New Product Brief

Siemens LOGO!Power Miniature Power Supplies are compact units designed for small distribution boards. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


Sanyo Denki San Ace 40L 9LG High Static Pressure Long Life Fans | New Product Brief

Sanyo Denki San Ace 40L 9LG High Static Pressure Long Life Fans | New Product Brief

Sanyo Denki San Ace 40L 9LG High Static Pressure Long Life Fans are designed for demanding applications, offering a maximum static pressure of 1780 Pascals and high airflow. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


Bussmann / Eaton LANxV LAN Transformers | New Product Brief

Bussmann / Eaton LANxV LAN Transformers | New Product Brief

Bussmann / Eaton LANxV LAN Transformers offer flexible options for both Power over Ethernet (PoE) and non-PoE applications, providing a 1500VAC isolation rating between primary and secondary circuits. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


Next-Gen IGBTs Offer Efficiency for Solar Inverters, Storage, Motors

Next-Gen IGBTs Offer Efficiency for Solar Inverters, Storage, Motors

Onsemi’s 7th generation IGBT modules simplify design and reduce costs in high-power applications. Onsemi spoke with us about the products unveiled at PCIM 2024 in Germany.


News Jun 12, 2024 by Kevin Clemens
Infineon Fuses the Power of Si, SiC, and GaN in New Power Supply Units

Infineon Fuses the Power of Si, SiC, and GaN in New Power Supply Units

With the goal of decarbonizing AI server racks, the new series of power supply units (PSUs) focus on efficiency, ranging from 3 kW to 12 kW.


News May 30, 2024 by Jake Hertz
DIODES, INC. AP33772 USB Type-C PD Sink Controller | New Product Brief

DIODES, INC. AP33772 USB Type-C PD Sink Controller | New Product Brief

Diodes Incorporated AP33772 USB Type-C™ PD Sink Controller is engineered to meet USB Power Delivery specification revision 3.0 version 1.2. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


Diamagnetic, Paramagnetic, and Ferromagnetic Materials Explained

Diamagnetic, Paramagnetic, and Ferromagnetic Materials Explained

This article examines three different types of magnetic materials and how they react to an external magnetic field.


Key Concepts of Magnetic Materials

Key Concepts of Magnetic Materials

This article discusses the following basic concepts related to magnetic materials: the magnetic dipole moment, magnetization vectors, susceptibility, and permeability.


Microchip Preps Radiation Tolerant DC-DC Converters for Space

Microchip Preps Radiation Tolerant DC-DC Converters for Space

The new power converters come in nine variants, with single- and triple-output options for satellite power supplies.


News May 10, 2024 by Aaron Carman
An Explanation of Undervoltage Lockout

An Explanation of Undervoltage Lockout

Learn how undervoltage lockout (UVLO) can protect semiconductor devices and electronic systems from potentially hazardous operation.


Common-Mode Chokes: From Working Principles to Important Performance Parameters

Common-Mode Chokes: From Working Principles to Important Performance Parameters

Learn how these simple filters can help you combat common-mode noise with minimal degradation of the desired signal.


Analyzing and Improving the Ruthroff Transformer

Analyzing and Improving the Ruthroff Transformer

We analyze a Ruthroff 1:4 transformer's performance at high frequencies, then learn how to improve its bandwidth using equal-delay networks and how to redesign the circuit for higher impedance transformation ratios.


onsemi 1200V EliteSiC (Silicon Carbide) MOSFETs | New Product Brief

onsemi 1200V EliteSiC (Silicon Carbide) MOSFETs | New Product Brief

onsemi 1200V EliteSiC (Silicon Carbide) MOSFETs harness Silicon Carbide technology to deliver superior switching performance and reliability compared to traditional silicon MOSFETs. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


A Brief Introduction to Ruthroff Transmission Line Transformers

A Brief Introduction to Ruthroff Transmission Line Transformers

Learn how these classic RF transformers achieve broadband impedance transformation.