Remember back…way back, to linear power supplies. Heavy transformers. Big capacitors. As part of my EDN CDEL build, I’ve decided to use just such a power supply as the front end to the two DC-DC PSU ...

Neoptix Fiber-Optic Sensors has introduced its T/Guard Direct Windings Monitoring System standard with large backlighted LCD and MODBUS RTU communication. Neoptix T/Guard now features a standard four ...

All transformers have nameplates, and all manufacturers use the same nomenclature for capacity, ratings, impedance, and other pertinent information. This article focuses on dry- or oil-type ...

Tap changers are devices that can increase or decrease the output secondary voltage by changing the turn ratio of primary or secondary winding. A tap changer is usually installed on a high voltage ...

Designing flyback transformers for switch-mode power supplies involves many calculations. A spreadsheet can make short work of this otherwise-tedious task. When you develop flyback power supplies, ...