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Overvoltage Categories in Power Supply Systems

Overvoltage Categories in Power Supply Systems

The operating environment for mains-powered electrical equipment is separated into four overvoltage category (OVC) areas according to their level…


How Intelligent Power Modules (IPM) Can Contribute to Energy Savings

How Intelligent Power Modules (IPM) Can Contribute to Energy Savings

IPMs have been enlarging their presence on many applications and systems because of their high level of integration (Power Stage, Drivers,…


Understanding the Characteristics of a Motor Emulator

Understanding the Characteristics of a Motor Emulator

Various types of motors are employed in a wide range of applications, from small home appliances to large industrial systems.


Intelligent Power Amplifier Module Based on GaN FETs

Intelligent Power Amplifier Module Based on GaN FETs

Due to their outstanding characteristics, GaN FETs play an increasingly important role in miniaturization of the switching converters with very…


Finding the Peak Current of an Isolated Gate Driver

Finding the Peak Current of an Isolated Gate Driver

The peak current is one of the most important parameters in gate driver datasheets. Learn how to best find the peak current of a gate driver with…


Transformer Core Design and Cooling Classes

Transformer Core Design and Cooling Classes

Two key transformer design parameters are the type of core and the type of cooling. Common types of cooling include dry and oil-immersed…


Utilizing Totem-Pole Bridgeless PFCs

Utilizing Totem-Pole Bridgeless PFCs

This article highlights ICERGi low-cost control and drive ICs simplifying totem-pole bridgeless PFC designs.


What is Transformer Overcurrent Protection?

What is Transformer Overcurrent Protection?

Most electrical devices require overcurrent protection and transformers are no exception. Transformer overcurrent protection is required to protect…


Understanding the Operation and Applications of Variable Transformers

Understanding the Operation and Applications of Variable Transformers

A variable transformer is a transformer that allows for fine adjustments to the output voltage. A typical variable transformer can be adjusted from…


Overcurrent Protection, Grounding, and Applications for Control Transformers

Overcurrent Protection, Grounding, and Applications for Control Transformers

Learn about how control transformers are used in overcurrent protection and grounding.


Control Transformer Operation and Sizing

Control Transformer Operation and Sizing

There are several special types of transformers that are similar to the more common types of transformers but have special features for particular…


Dissecting the GaN ePower Stage IC-Based Inverter for Battery-Powered Motor Drive Applications

Dissecting the GaN ePower Stage IC-Based Inverter for Battery-Powered Motor Drive Applications

This article highlights EPC discrete eGaN FETs and Integrated Circuit ePower™ stages.


An Introduction to Microgrid Energy Management Systems

An Introduction to Microgrid Energy Management Systems

This article highlights the growth of microgrids and the components of these systems.


Electrical Safety Code and Standards

Electrical Safety Code and Standards

This article highlights andividuals working on electrical circuits must use proper safety measures and personal protective equipment.


Small Power IPMs for High Integration Demand

Small Power IPMs for High Integration Demand

An Overview of Software Used in the Modeling and Simulation of Power Electronic Components

An Overview of Software Used in the Modeling and Simulation of Power Electronic Components

This article will provide an example of component modeling and share renowned software currently used in modeling.


“Bucking” Voltage Through a Buck-Boost Transformer

“Bucking” Voltage Through a Buck-Boost Transformer

This article highlights how a buck-boost transformer wired in an open delta when the load is relatively low to buck the voltage from 240V to 208V.


Boosting Voltage with a Buck-Boost Transformer

Boosting Voltage with a Buck-Boost Transformer

Many small plants in the middle of an industrial park or at the end of a long line suffer from low voltage during peak load periods. We can use a…


An Overview of Buck-Boost Transformer Sizing

An Overview of Buck-Boost Transformer Sizing

There are two common methods of sizing a transformer. The first method is to determine the load power and calculate the required size of the…


SmartDriver Provides Highest Flexibility for Power Stages in Variable Speed Drives

SmartDriver Provides Highest Flexibility for Power Stages in Variable Speed Drives

The continuing trend towards more efficient energy consumption in motor drives has led to a wide offering of devices for the power stage of…