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Microchip Adds 12 Devices in 600 V Gate Driver Family

Microchip Adds 12 Devices in 600 V Gate Driver Family

The 600 V gate driver family offers 12 devices for motor control and power conversion, supporting fast switching and noise immunity.


News Feb 12, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Toshiba Intros High-Speed Comparator for Industrial Safety

Toshiba Intros High-Speed Comparator for Industrial Safety

Toshiba has expanded its lineup with the TC75W71FU dual comparator with a 30-45 ns response and rail‑to‑rail I/O for safer overcurrent detection.


News Jan 29, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
MC34063: The Switching Regulator That Defined Cheap Power

MC34063: The Switching Regulator That Defined Cheap Power

Motorola’s 1980s DC-DC controller became the universal answer to “good enough” power conversion.


News Jan 01, 2026 by Luke James
Knowledge and Nostalgia: 2025’s Top Educational Articles

Knowledge and Nostalgia: 2025’s Top Educational Articles

Ring in the new year with this roundup of All About Circuits' most popular educational content, both technical and historical.


News Dec 31, 2025 by Abby Garfinkle
Our 2025 Top Trend: AI Assimilates

Our 2025 Top Trend: AI Assimilates

Do you remember when supercomputers were described by their processing power? That was so 2024. Today, we talk about the power for processing. Goodbye terraops, hello terrawatt-hours!


News Dec 28, 2025 by Dale Wilson
Projections to 2030: How Korea’s Chipmakers Could Re-Shape the Semi World

Projections to 2030: How Korea’s Chipmakers Could Re-Shape the Semi World

By 2030, Korean chipmakers are projected to dominate AI memory (HBM), strengthen foundry/packaging, and gain traction in the stable analog/power IC market, boosting profitability and global influence.


News Dec 15, 2025 by Gordon Feller
Littelfuse Intros Asymmetrical TVS Diode Series for 12 V Battery Protection

Littelfuse Intros Asymmetrical TVS Diode Series for 12 V Battery Protection

The new devices target anti-reverse circuits with lower negative clamping voltages and simplified front-end design.


News Dec 12, 2025 by Luke James
Upgraded MOSFETs Target Power Density, Safety, and Efficiency

Upgraded MOSFETs Target Power Density, Safety, and Efficiency

Rohm, Littelfuse, and Ideal Semiconductor each introduced high-performance MOSFETs.


News Dec 11, 2025 by Jake Hertz
TL431: The Precision Shunt Regulator That Quietly Took Over Power Supplies

TL431: The Precision Shunt Regulator That Quietly Took Over Power Supplies

A bandgap reference, an error amplifier, and an output transistor in one three-pin device. It's still a staple after nearly five decades.


News Dec 05, 2025 by Luke James
Korea’s Semiconductor Titans Undergo Strategic Transformations

Korea’s Semiconductor Titans Undergo Strategic Transformations

Korean semiconductor giants—like Samsung and SK hynix—are shifting focus from traditional memory to AI-driven tech, such as HBM, amid global competition, US controls, and government support.


News Dec 03, 2025 by Gordon Feller
Wolfspeed Launches 1200 V SiC Six-Pack Power Modules Targeting E-Mobility

Wolfspeed Launches 1200 V SiC Six-Pack Power Modules Targeting E-Mobility

The Gen-4 modules aim to increase current capability and extend e-mobility inverter lifetime.


News Dec 01, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Toshiba Adds Zener Diode Series for Better Circuit Reliability

Toshiba Adds Zener Diode Series for Better Circuit Reliability

The CMXBxxA Zener diode lineup also cuts leakage and simplifies upgrades for power line protection.


News Nov 27, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
EPC Releases 5 kW GaN AC-DC Reference Design for Data Centers

EPC Releases 5 kW GaN AC-DC Reference Design for Data Centers

High‑efficiency, high‑density GaN architecture aims to redefine server and AI data‑center power delivery.


News Nov 20, 2025 by Luke James
Onsemi Unveils Vertical GaN ICs for AI and Electrification

Onsemi Unveils Vertical GaN ICs for AI and Electrification

The vertical GaN (vGaN) power semiconductors claim to boost performance and efficiency in data centers, EVs, and renewables.


News Nov 12, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Advanced Energy Pushes Rack-Level Power Efficiency Higher

Advanced Energy Pushes Rack-Level Power Efficiency Higher

The Evergreen Vento FCM33 delivers modular 33 kW shelves with over 95% efficiency for semiconductor and industrial DC power systems.


News Nov 03, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
The All About Analog and Power Summit Starts October 22

The All About Analog and Power Summit Starts October 22

It's almost time for you to join us for the 4th day of the 2025 All About Circuits Summit Series. Check out our handy guide to learn about the amazing free content available from industry-leading companies and experts.


News Oct 21, 2025 by Dale Wilson
Infineon Unveils 12 kW PSU Reference Design for AI Data Centers

Infineon Unveils 12 kW PSU Reference Design for AI Data Centers

The design features wide bandgap semiconductors in a full-bridge LLC with planar magnetics.


News Oct 17, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Acopian Unwraps 900 W Low Profile AC-DC Power Supply

Acopian Unwraps 900 W Low Profile AC-DC Power Supply

The LP2 series delivers programmable control, compact form factor, and high configurability.


News Sep 11, 2025 by Jake Hertz
TDK Boosts DC Voltage of SMT Gate Driver Transformers

TDK Boosts DC Voltage of SMT Gate Driver Transformers

The expanded series offers higher working voltages to 1000 V in smaller form factors.


News Sep 05, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Nexperia Targets USB With New PD Controllers and ESD Protection Diodes

Nexperia Targets USB With New PD Controllers and ESD Protection Diodes

Nexperia has introduced two programmable USB Type-C power delivery controllers and new ESD protection diodes for high-speed applications exceeding 10 GHz.


News Sep 04, 2025 by Arjun Nijhawan