TIP2955 and TIP3055 Equivalents: Complementary NPN-PNP Power Transistors
NPN and PNP Power Transistors It is remarkable how much genealogy is reflected in the software and hardware systems that...
PCB Design & Layouts
What is the Best Digital Circuit Simulator?
What is the best online digital circuit simulator? The answer is not as straightforward as it may seem. Read on...
Relays vs. Transistors: Which Is the Correct Choice?
Not all user input needs to be applied mechanically—mechanical switches and buttons are not going to disappear from every electronic...
Four Quadrant Triacs and the BT136 Datasheet
In electronics, two of the most important functionalities are the ability to TURN ON and TURN OFF current flow as...
The CD4017 Datasheet: Counter Circuits and Necessary Requirements
Albert Einstein once said, “The only reason for time is so everything doesn’t happen at once.” So, it is worth...
Thermal Sensor Array Parameters and the MLX90640 Datasheet
Temperature checks may seem like an inconvenience, but just think how much more so it would be if we were...
IRLZ44N Datasheet: Power MOSFET Design Necessities and Parameters
With so many MOS transistors marketed as power MOSFETs, how can designers choose the best option for their power system?
Embedded System Design Using MSP430 Ultra-Low-Power MCUs
Embedded systems applications and components have always seemed to lag about 2 decades behind their conventional computing counterparts. However, embedded...
Passive Electronic Components and Their Purpose in a Circuit
Passive components are the cornerstone of all electronics, both in terms of physical design and the language of circuit models...
IPC Naming Conventions and the Quest for Staying on Top of Standards
IPC is a global trade organization working to create consistency in the electronics industry. IPC standards are not limited to...
