Oftentimes, the short circuit fault causes an extremely high level of current to flow; and (1) electrical equipment must be capable of withstanding the extreme mechanical and thermal stresses ...

Understanding the role of short-circuit current is critical to the reliability of your electrical system and to the safety of the people who maintain it. When designing or modifying a distribution ...

An important element of the circuit protection design must limit the peak surge voltage to an acceptable level and by not short-circuiting the line for an extended period of time.

This shows a better applicability of the simplified circuit in lightning overvoltage protection for AC power supplies of electronic systems. References [1] ZHANG Xiao-qing, Lightning protection of ...

"Efficiency, flexibility and compatibility." US agency makes game-changing breakthrough that could completely transform electrical grid: 'Helps keep the grid working safely and reliably' first ...

The new e-fuse from Alpha and Omega Semiconductor supports up to 60 A of circuit protection for power rails in data centers ...

Acopian Power Supplies has launched higher power LP2 switching power supplies rated up to 900 W. Models are available in both single and wide-adjustment DC output voltages ranging from 5 V DC to 125 V ...

Eaton says its upcoming Breaktor circuit protection technology works more effectively than standard circuit protector methods while also reducing maintenance costs.

Understand inrush current and its impact on power electronics design. Learn to manage surges that can exceed normal levels.

This is a take-off on Mr. Marian’s “Simple Micro Ampere Meter Circuit” that utilizes active circuitry and an analog meter to make sensitive DC current measurements. A reader subsequently asked if it ...