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Megohmmeters and Insulation Tester Applications and Measurement Procedures

Megohmmeters and Insulation Tester Applications and Measurement Procedures

Learn how to properly utilize megohmmeters and insulation testers.


Reading Ohmmeter Resistance Measurements

Reading Ohmmeter Resistance Measurements

Ohmmeter resistance measurements are taken to determine the resistance of de-energized (having all power OFF) components or circuits. Analog…


Speeding up the Design of EMI Filters for Switch-Mode Power Supplies

Speeding up the Design of EMI Filters for Switch-Mode Power Supplies

Switch-mode power supplies are used throughout modern electronics systems mainly because of their high efficiency power conversion. One side effect…


Troubleshooting Common-Mode-EMI in Electric Drive Installations

Troubleshooting Common-Mode-EMI in Electric Drive Installations

This article sketches the basic principles and origins of CM currents and uses a case study to show the measurement concepts and counter measures…


In-Line Ammeter Applications and Measurement Procedures

In-Line Ammeter Applications and Measurement Procedures

Learn how to best utilize an in-line ammeter and what applications they are used in.


RECOM Unveils Eighth-Brick 100W and 300W DC/DC Converters

RECOM Unveils Eighth-Brick 100W and 300W DC/DC Converters

The light load efficiencies of over 90% for both units suit them to applications with low standby loss requirements.


Pulsed Inductance Measurement on Magnetic Components

Pulsed Inductance Measurement on Magnetic Components

For inductance measurement on inductive power components, the innovative pulse measurement method of the Power Choke Tester DPG10/20 series, which…


Continuity Tester Operations and Measurement Procedures

Continuity Tester Operations and Measurement Procedures

A continuity tester is an instrument that checks for a complete path for current to flow.


Pickering Introduces PXI/PXIe-Based Multi-Cell Battery Simulator Modules

Pickering Introduces PXI/PXIe-Based Multi-Cell Battery Simulator Modules

The new products occupy a single PXI slot and are tasked with the testing and validation of battery management systems.


Vincotech’s New On-Line Simulator Launches from a Webpage

Vincotech’s New On-Line Simulator Launches from a Webpage

With no download necessary, the new simulation tool requires no third-party software and works with any operating system.


CSM HV Breakout Modules with PowerLok Connector System for Easy Handling on Test Benches

CSM HV Breakout Modules with PowerLok Connector System for Easy Handling on Test Benches

The new HV Breakout Module 1.2C is easily connected to the HV power cables via a PL500 connector system and allows single-phase measurements on…


Dynamic ON-Resistance Measurement Techniques for GaN Power Transistors

Dynamic ON-Resistance Measurement Techniques for GaN Power Transistors

Dynamic on-state resistance is critical for the reliable and stable operation of GaN power transistors. However, many engineers are struggling to…


Dissecting Electric Motor Malfunctions

Dissecting Electric Motor Malfunctions

Learn about the important electric motor parameters, such as voltage rating, acceleration time, overcycling, and insulation resistance, that should…


How Future Railway Converter Demands May Change Power Semiconductor Modules

How Future Railway Converter Demands May Change Power Semiconductor Modules

The increase of competitiveness, robustness and efficiency of future railway converters has demanded new power semiconductor modules. Converter…


XP Power’s 1.5kW Constant Voltage And Constant Current Power Supply Offers Advanced Programmability

XP Power’s 1.5kW Constant Voltage And Constant Current Power Supply Offers Advanced Programmability

Introducing two new single phase 1.5kW AC-DC power supplies that offer programmable constant voltage (CV) and constant current (CC) operation with…


Troubleshooting Electric Motor Power Circuits

Troubleshooting Electric Motor Power Circuits

The two major parts of a motor circuit are the motor power circuit and the motor control circuit. Learn some basic troubleshooting tips for these…


GaN Systems Offers Reference Designs for 3kW AC/DC Power Supplies

GaN Systems Offers Reference Designs for 3kW AC/DC Power Supplies

The two power supply unit (PSU) designs offer either full bridge LLC resonant converter or bridgeless totem-pole PFC formats.


A New Approach to Current Measurement for High Power Applications

A New Approach to Current Measurement for High Power Applications

The power utilities business is changing globally. Where once the main providers of electrical power were coal, gas, oil or even nuclear power…


electroVolt Introduces Configurable PRISLogic™ Lithium-Ion Battery Modules

electroVolt Introduces Configurable PRISLogic™ Lithium-Ion Battery Modules

PRISLogic Lithium-Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) Batteries Feature Thermal Shield Technology, Passive Thermal Cooling, and Custom-Tailored Battery…


Keysight Partners with University for Wide Bandgap Semiconductor Testing

Keysight Partners with University for Wide Bandgap Semiconductor Testing

Their goals are to improve efficiencies in the design and testing validation of GaN and SiC semiconductors.