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How Robust Cables And Connectors Are Vital For Oil And Gas Operations
Description: The adverse conditions in the oil & gas industry require extreme reliability from cables and connectors used in operations. In this article, we examine how to choose the right equipment that lasts ...
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How Rugged Miniature Connectors Are Helping Revolutionize The Battlefield
Description: In the ever-evolving world of modern warfare, electronic systems are more important than ever. Not only on a wider scale, but for individual soldiers on the ground, leading to a constant demand for ...
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More Tactical Knowledge Less Weight-Mini Cable And Connector Design
Description: Soldier-worn electronic devices are proliferating, from the helmet down to the boots, and all of them need robust and lightweight cable and connector combinations ...
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Overcome Challenges For Custom Mini Connectors
Description: Micro- and nano-miniature connectors are used in several different applications in the medical, defense and aerospace industries, such as cochlear implants, soldier-worn communications, avionics ...
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The Cable and Connector Market: How the Future is Shaping Up
Description: Demand for cables and connectors is rising. After a small drop during the Covid-19 pandemic, the market is showing increasing buoyancy as innovative electronic applications and devices are being ...
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Custom Connectors Advance SWaP Goals For Hi-Rel Electronics
Description: The size, weight, and power (SWaP) initiative has helped connector manufacturers focus on improving smaller and lighter connectors. Custom designs help make these goals achievable. ...
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White Paper: LV Connectors
From: Schaltbau GmbHDescription: Change from conventional lead-acid batteries to lithium-ion technology in intralogistics and the associated challenges for connectors ...
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Switching Arcs in DC Contactor
From: Schaltbau GmbHDescription: DC-voltage switching challenges ...
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Advantages and Applications of Bi-Directional Open-Chamber DC Contactors
From: Schaltbau GmbHDescription: This whitepaper shows what is important when selecting the right DC contactor using different applications as examples. ...
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Whitepaper: Electromobility | Is high power charging the future of charging?
From: Schaltbau GmbHDescription: As electric vehicles become more prevalent, the task of charging them presents a growing challenge. A future-proof charging infrastructure is required. But what does the future hold in terms of ...
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From Diesel to Direct Current: Powering the electrification of commercial vehicles with megawatt charging
From: Schaltbau GmbHDescription: The state of electrification for heavy-duty commercial vehicles ...
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Key Factors for Improving Uptime
Description: Improving uptime in Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems is critical for ensuring continuous power to critical loads. To maximize reliability and availability, here are the key factors to ...
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What are Snubber Caps?
Description: How Snubber Capacitors Work ...
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Ceramic vs. Film: Choosing the Right Technology for Your Safety Capacitors
Description: As discussed in the first post in our safety capacitor series, safety capacitors are designed to help safeguard users and equipment from electrical hazards, even in the event of failure. When ...
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Retrofitting CNC Machines, and Smart Energy Management
Description: This project involved the modernization of CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machines and the implementation of advanced IoT systems for smart energy management in a manufacturing context. The customer ...
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Solid State Relay (SSR) Guide: Types & Applications
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: Learn what a Solid State Relay (SSR) is, how it works, and how to choose the right one for your project. Sourcing High-Performance SSRs from ODG. ...
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CR2016 vs CR2025 Battery Which Is Right for Your Device
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: When it comes to choosing between the CR2016 Battery and CR2025 Battery for your device, thickness and battery life should be the determining factors. Both options have 20mm diameters with 3V output; ...
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AG13 vs LR44: What's the Difference?
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: AG13 and LR44 batteries may seem similar; in reality they share similar dimensions, voltage (1.55V), chemistry, and performance characteristics, so you can interchangeably use both in most devices. ...
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Complete Guide to CR1225 Battery Equivalents
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: The CR1225 lithium coin-cell battery powers electronic devices worldwide. Understanding its technical specs is vital to find compatible replacements, ensure optimal performance, and maximize life ...
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What is Neutral Grounding Resistor?
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: Neutral Earthing Resistors, or Neutral Grounding Resistors, are devices that connect the neutral point in an electrical system with the earth. ...
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How to Install a Load Resistor for LED Lights in 2025
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: Install a load resistor for LED lights by connecting it between the positive and negative wires of your light circuit, with proper heat dissipation secured to a metal surface to disperse heat away. ...
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L1154F Battery: Specifications, Applications, and Key Insights
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: L1154 batteries are alkaline cells commonly found in portable electronic gadgets like watches or medical equipment. Their applications, specifications and comparisons to alternatives will all be ...
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AG13 Battery Specifications, Applications, and Key Insights
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: AG13 batteries (also known as AG13 LR44 batteries) are widely used for small electronic devices and can be interchanged with many different battery models. ...
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Battery Technology Solutions for Reliable Performance and Durability
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: Modern technology relies heavily on batteries - everything from cars to phones use them! However, choosing the appropriate type can be difficult - here we discuss different battery types' history, ...
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What Does Most Damage to Circuit Board: The Top Threats
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: Discover the top culprits behind circuit board damage. Protect your electronics. We show you how to keep boards healthy. ...
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AG13 Battery Equivalent: Your Ultimate Guide to Power
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: Find perfect AG13 battery equivalents. Get reliable power for your devices with our quality components and expert guidance. ...
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Best CR2032 Battery: Top Picks for Long Lasting Power
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: A CR2032 battery is a lithium coin cell used in devices like remote controls, key fobs and watches. It's a button cell battery, known for its small round shape used in compact electronic devices. ...
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CR1616 vs CR2025 Battery: What's the Difference?
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: Choosing between CR1616 and CR2025 batteries? This guide covers the key differences in the CR1616 vs CR2025 battery comparison. CR1616 is smaller, for tight spaces, while CR2025 has more capacity for ...
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Top Tips for Choosing the Best Batteries
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: Understanding batteries is key as they power many of the devices we use daily. This article covers the main types of batteries, how they work and practical tips for choosing the best for you. ...
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What Circuit Board Do You Need for a Peltier Model? The Essential Guide
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: Find the right circuit board for your Peltier module. We help you pick the perfect fit for efficient cooling and powerful performance. ...
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Complete Guide to LR44 Batteries: Top Uses and Equivalents
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: LR44 batteries are small, reliable coin cells (also known as button cell batteries) used in devices like medical instruments and key fobs. This article explores their common uses, equivalents, and how ...
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How to Select the Right Shunt Resistor
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: Accurate current measurement needs the right shunt resistor: consider resistance, power rating, and placement for precision, preventing overheating. ...
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DIP Switches Guides: Types, Applications & Buying Tips
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: Explore DIP switches: types, working principles, applications, and expert buying advice. Discover why they remain essential in modern and legacy electronics. ...
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Band Resistor Color Code Calculator
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: This tool is used to decode information for color banded axial lead resistors. Select the number of bands, then their colors to determine the value and tolerance of the resistors or view all resistors ...
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The Future of Ceramic Capacitors: Smaller, Stronger, Smarter
Description: Discover how breakthroughs in capacitance density, MLCC technology, and energy storage are powering next-gen electronics-from EVs to IoT. ...
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Inside the World of Automotive Electronics
From: Win Source ElectronicsDescription: Explore how cutting-edge electronics drive performance, safety, and the future of connected and electric vehicles. ...
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Protecting Motors from Electrical Damage
From: MTE CorporationDescription: Keeping motors running is crucial for maintaining a consistent and efficient operation. Interruptions can cause delays, lost production and increased costs. While motors may fail for many different ...
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Leveraging High-Performance Shunts in High-Voltage Battery Applications for Next-Gen Electric Vehicles
From: Isabellenhutte USADescription: Overview of shunt resistor technology ...
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Get Serious about Safe Series Connection!
From: SICKDescription: Factory of the Future, Industry 4.0, Smart Factory…whatever you call the industrial operations of today, we can all probably agree on one thing: there are a lot of working parts. And if you ...
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MIL-STD-1553B: The Backbone of Modern Defense Technology
From: PEI-GenesisDescription: Jamal Hagi, RF engineer at connector specialist PEI-Genesis, explains how this standard is essential for innovative defense technology. ...
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Supercapacitors For Fail-Safe Control in Industrial Systems
Description: Unplanned power interruptions and shutdowns pose serious risks for industrial facilities. Even a few seconds of lost control can result in equipment damage, safety hazards, or production losses. ...
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Evolving Motor Controller Design for Modern Robotics and Complex Automation Tasks
Description: Brushless DC (BLDC) motors are emerging as a key solution across industrial automation, offering the precision, efficiency, and durability required by these robotic systems. Modern motors are expected ...
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Application Note: ITT Cannon Design Considerations for Blind Mate Connector Use
From: PEI-GenesisDescription: Applications for blind mate connector solutions in industries, such as aerospace and military, may include rack and panel telecommunication equipment, scanned array antennas, and radars. When these ...
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The Impact of Cooling on System Performance
From: Powell Electronics, Inc.Description: What are the most common cooling issues faced by your customers, and how do your solutions help improve system reliability? ...
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Honeywell TL Micro Switch Military Grade Toggle Switches
From: Powell Electronics, Inc.Description: TOGGLE SWITCHES OVERVIEW ...
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HDMI Modulator 101: Definition, Features, Applications & More
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: The HDMI modulator is very important, allowing the distribution of HD video and audio over coaxial cable networks. HDMI modulators are a cheap, simple, and complete solution for a wide variety of ...
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Low Dropout Regulator Comparison, Buying & Ultimate Guide
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: In this article, we discuss some important factors that are hard to find when choosing LDO regulators. We also compare actual switching regulators and LDO regulators when we require low noise. We ...
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Voltage Regulator Basics: Applications & Buying Guides
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: A voltage regulator is a common integrated circuit (IC). It can create and maintain a fixed output voltage, regardless of changes in input voltage or load conditions. A voltage regulator is a common ...
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What Do Capacitors Do? Main Uses of a Capacitor
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: What do capacitors do? Let's discuss how they store energy, smooth voltage, and improve performance. Discover the top 10 uses of capacitors you may need to know. ...
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How to Safely Discharge a Capacitor: A Complete Guide
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: Numerous electronic circuits necessitate capacitors. Functioning like servomotors, they store and discharge electrical energy to manage power distribution. Capacitors are integral to various devices, ...
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How Do Temperature Compensate In LED Output? A Quick Guide for Beginners
From: ODG (Origin Data Global)Description: Discover how do temperature compensate in LED output for stable, reliable lighting. Prevent dimming and color shift effectively. Read on to find out more in this article. ...
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Versatile Film Capacitors for High-Performance Designs
Description: Explore how film capacitors deliver superior dielectric strength, low ESR/ESL, and thermal stability-ideal for power electronics, audio, telecom, automotive, and more across demanding electronic ...
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Fuji HPnC: High-Power IGBT Modules for Industrial-scale Applications
Description: The Evolution of High-Power IGBT Modules ...
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Boost Efficiency with Film Capacitors
Description: Discover how film capacitors enhance power electronics, EVs, and industrial systems with superior insulation, self-healing, and thermal stability for long-term reliability and energy savings. ...
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Safety Capacitor Classes
Description: In our prior blog, What Are Safety Capacitors, we provided an overview safety capacitor functionality and how these passive components play a crucial role filtering EMI in a circuit. Now, we will dive ...
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Building the Next Generation of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
From: BoydDescription: This whitepaper offers insights on how OEMs can develop more advanced EV chargers by focusing on five main areas: thermal management, display, sealing, EMI shielding, and emblem attachment. ...
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Medical Wearable Device Design - Part 2 - Functionality in Tight Volumes
From: BoydDescription: How do you incorporate electronics and functionality into extremely thin medical wearable devices? ...
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How Boyd's Customized Solutions Help EV Battery Manufacturers Prevent and Mitigate Thermal Runaway
From: BoydDescription: This white paper explores the evolving dynamics currently faced by EV battery pack designers and manufacturers. ...
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Future-Proofing Electronics: Innovations Driving the Next Generation of Film Capacitors
Description: Discover how advanced materials, miniaturization, and new applications like EVs and IoT are transforming film capacitor performance, reliability, and design. ...
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Aligning Military Standards with REACH Regulations
From: PEI-GenesisDescription: As military and aerospace sectors face increasing environmental regulations, aligning traditional connector standards with REACH compliance has become essential. In this article, Dawn Rogers, Senior ...
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Powering the Electric Vehicle Boom with Electrical Connectors
From: PEI-GenesisDescription: With global electric vehicle sales surging, the demand for high-performance connector technology is more critical than ever. In this article, Dawn Rogers, Senior Product Manager at PEI-Genesis, ...
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Elevating eVTOL Innovation
From: PEI-GenesisDescription: As Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft revolutionize urban transportation, the need for advanced, high-performance connectors becomes increasingly critical. This article by Sean ...
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How Lithium Industrial Batteries Improve Medical Equipment Reliability?
From: Green Cubes TechnologyDescription: The Risk of Power Interruptions in Medical Settings ...
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Energy Savings in Cold Storage Facilities with Lithium Forklift Batteries
From: Green Cubes TechnologyDescription: Energy Challenges in Cold Storage Facilities ...
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Design Considerations for Current Sense Transformers
From: Triad MagneticsDescription: Current sense transformers are instrument transformers designed to detect (i.e., sense) electrical current and convert (i.e., transform) it into a more usable and safe form for the connected ...
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Custom vs. Standard: Which Option Is Right for Your Transformer?
From: Triad MagneticsDescription: From home appliances to industrial and power grids, power transformers are essential in many electrical and electronic applications. Power transformers are electromagnetic devices that transfer ...
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Battery Energy Storage Systems: Transforming Energy Storage
From: BoydDescription: Battery Energy Storage Systems: Enhancing Grid Stability & Reliability ...
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How do I Assess and Mitigate Risk?
Description: Assessing and mitigating risk in UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) systems involves identifying potential vulnerabilities, evaluating their impact on critical operations, and implementing strategies ...
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What is the Time Delay in an Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker?
Description: The time delay in an Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker (ELCB) is the intentional or inherent delay between the detection of a leakage current and the tripping of the circuit breaker. ...
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Why it's Important to Control Energy Consumption
Description: Demonstrating a commitment to environmental impact can bolster the company's credibility and legitimacy in the marketplace. ...
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What is the Difference Between Tj(max) and Tj(op)?
Description: The terms Tj(max) and Tj(op) refer to different aspects of the operating temperature of a semiconductor device, particularly in the context of its junction temperature. Here's the distinction: ...
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How do HMI's Increase Cost Savings?
Description: Modern machine design seeks a dynamic balance between the cost-saving benefits of a single HMI and the efficiency gains offered by multiple interfaces. ...
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What are the Pros and Cons of Specifying 5% Line Reactors instead of 3% Line Reactors? How Common is this, and What is the Relative Cost Difference?
Description: Specifying 5% line reactors instead of 3% line reactors in an electrical system, such as when used with AC drives or motors, has both advantages and disadvantages. Here's a breakdown: ...
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Why Preformed Litz Wire Is Your Best Choice for High Current (kHz range) Magnetic Devices
Description: For those not familiar with the fundamental characteristics of Litz wire, consider these facts. ...
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Signal Integrity in Custom Cable Design Beyond Standard Specifications
Description: Key Custom Design Factors for Signal Integrity ...
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Enhancing Efficiency and Flexibility in DC Power Systems with Bidirectional Contactors
From: Schaltbau GmbHDescription: Bidirectional contactors bridge the gap between renewable energy sources and the power grid with seamless efficiency. ...
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Future-Proofing Industry: How DC microgrids are changing manufacturing as we know it
From: Schaltbau GmbHDescription: As the global community rallies behind initiatives to combat climate change and foster sustainable development, industries are tasked to rethink their operational frameworks and integrate new ...
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Mastering High-Voltage Testing: How Eddicy contactors elevate test bench safety and performance
From: Schaltbau GmbHDescription: The role of test benches in electrification ...
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Autonomous-Guided Vehicles: How higher-voltage, DC microgrids and fast charging are powering the AGV boom
From: Schaltbau GmbHDescription: Autonomous vehicles are not just hitting the roads - they are transforming logistics hubs and factories worldwide. ...
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Smart Metering Building Solutions
From: Littelfuse, Inc.Description: Get recommendations for Littelfuse parts for protecting IoT-enabled smart electricity, gas, and water meters, and for optimizing sensor performance. ...
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Smart Metering Supporting the Rollout & Success of IoT
From: Littelfuse, Inc.Description: Global Smart Meter Overview ...
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Drug Delivery Device Ecosystem
From: Littelfuse, Inc.Description: Discover how connected patient monitoring and drug delivery devices are transforming healthcare. Learn how Littelfuse components and system modeling can optimize your designs for cost-effective, ...
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How Ceramic Capacitor Assemblies Improve Efficiency in Power and RF Applications
Description: By utilizing stacked configurations and advanced dielectric materials, capacitor assemblies optimize performance in power conversion and radio frequency (RF) signal management. These assemblies are ...
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Unlocking the Power of Polyester Film Capacitors in Modern Electronics
Description: Discover why polyester film capacitors are the top choice for engineers seeking high insulation resistance, self-healing reliability, and temperature stability across demanding industries. ...
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Power Demands and the Future of Data Centers
From: Anderson Power ProductsDescription: The demand on data centers is growing at an astonishing pace. Generative artificial intelligence and machine learning models require more power to train the AI models and perform inference operations. ...
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What Are Safety Capacitors?
Description: Safety capacitors are passive electronic components designed to mitigate the effects of transient voltages and interference in electrical circuits. Safety capacitors are designed to help safeguard ...
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Application Note: Separately Derived Sources
From: MTE CorporationDescription: The Separately Derived Source (SDS) is one of the most cost-effective power quality measures that can be implemented for a sensitive load. Installation of a properly grounded, bonded, and located SDS ...
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Application Note: The Hidden Cost of UPS
From: MTE CorporationDescription: Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) and are the ultimate form of power conditioning. These devices, when properly designed and applied, can provide comprehensive power conditioning for all power ...
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Application Note: Emergency Power-Off Circuits
From: MTE CorporationDescription: The Emergency Power Off (EPO) button is a common feature in many medical, industrial, and data processing facilities. EPO circuits provide a fast, simple method of shutting down power to a room or ...
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The How-To Guide to Thermal Controls
Description: Our purpose in this How-To Guide to Thermal Controls is twofold: (1) We want to help you understand the type of applications where bimetallic devices work best. (2) If you are involved in one of these ...
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Enhancing Automotive Electronics with Polyester Film Capacitors
Description: Discover how polyester film capacitors provide superior reliability, temperature stability, and space-efficient design for next-generation automotive systems. ...
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Top 5 Portable Devices with USB Power Delivery for Faster Charging
From: Win Source ElectronicsDescription: Discover the best power banks and gadgets with USB PD technology, delivering faster, more efficient charging for your devices on the go. ...
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How do You Select a Gate Driver?
Description: Selecting a gate driver for a power electronic application requires careful consideration of the requirements of the system it will control, such as switching devices, voltage levels, and operating ...
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Can Molded Case Circuit Breakers be connected in reverse?
Description: Yes, Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCBs) can often be connected in reverse, but it depends on the specific design and ratings of the MCCB. Here's what you need to know: ...
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What is Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker applicable to harmonics and surge?
Description: An Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker (ELCB) is a protective device designed to detect and interrupt leakage currents to ground (earth), typically caused by insulation failures or unintentional grounding ...
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Capacity Planning to Manage Critical Power Loads
Description: Capacity Planning for Managing Critical Power Loads involves strategically assessing and provisioning sufficient power capacity to ensure reliability, scalability, and efficiency in critical ...
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Should I select a UPS with lead-acid or lithium batteries for critical power applications?
Description: Choosing between lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries for a Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) in critical power applications depends on several factors, including system requirements, budget, and the ...
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Improving Wire and Cable Identification with Advanced Laser Marking Additives
Description: Wire and cable identification is a critical aspect of manu facturing and maintenance, enabling traceability, safety, in ventory management and accurate troubleshooting. Without clear and consistent ...
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Optimizing Electric Forklifts with Heavy-Duty Amphenol Connectors
From: PEI-GenesisDescription: This case study will examine customers' challenges as they adopted electric forklifts and how the PEI-Genesis team worked with them to resolve them, collaborating to enhance operational capabilities ...
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How Commercial Kitchens Manufacturers Deal with NEC Code
From: Tecmark CorporationDescription: Some manufacturers of commercial kitchen appliances may not be aware of the latest changes in the NEC guidelines (they are updated every 3 years, most recently in 2023) or may not have the resources ...