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Apr
21
2021

What is the Difference Between Timing Jitter and Phase Noise?

Jitter and phase noise are related specifications that quantify the variation in system timing.

Apr
20
2021

ADG202AKNZ Analog Switch: Feature, Specification, Datasheet

ANALOG DEVICES ADG202AKNZAnalogue Switch, Quad Channel, SPST, 4 Channels, 90 ohm,15V, DIP, 16 Pins The ADG202AKNZ is a monolithic CMOS device comprising four independently selectable switches.

Apr
19
2021

Varistor Guide: Working, Function, Types, and Application

Varistor is an ideal protective element with the characteristics of high price, small volume, wide working voltage range, fast response to overvoltage pulse, strong resistance to impulse current, low leakage current (less than a few microamperes to tens of microamperes), small resistance temperature coefficient and so on.

Apr
11
2021

ADM242ANZ Receiver: Pinout, Specification, and Datasheet

IC TRANSCEIVER FULL 2/2 18DIP The ADM242ANZ belongs to the family of high-speed RS-232 line drivers/receivers offering transmission rates up to 200 kB/s.

Apr
8
2021

A Comprehensive Introduction to STM32F103CBT6 Microcontroller [Video]

IC MCU 32BIT 128KB FLASH 48LQFP The STM32F103CBT6 is an STMicroelectronics medium-density performance line, ARM Cortex-M3 32bit microcontroller in a 48 pin LQFP package.

Apr
6
2021

TXS0108EPWRG4 Translator: Pinout, Specification, and Datasheet

IC 8BIT NON-INV TRANSLTR 20TSSOP The TXS0108E device is a directionless voltage-level translator specifically designed for translating logic voltage levels.

Mar
22
2021

2N7000 N-Channel MOSFET Overview [Video]

MOSFET N-CH 60V 350MA TO-92 2N7000 is a small signal N-channel MOSFET. This article mainly introduces pinout, specifications, features, and other detailed information about STMicroelectronics 2N7000.

Mar
21
2021

LM2576 Voltage Regulator: Features, Speicifications and Applications

IC REG BUCK ADJ 3A TO220-5 The LM2576 series of regulators are monolithic integrated circuits that provide all the active functions for a step-down (buck) switching regulator,

Mar
21
2021

MAX3232ESE+ transceiver:Pinout, Specification, Datasheet

IC TRANSCEIVER FULL 2/2 16SO The MAX3232ESE+ transceivers have a proprietary low-dropout transmitter output stage enabling true RS-232 performance from a 3.0V to 5.5V supply with a dual charge pump.

Mar
20
2021

2N2907 Bipolar PNP Transistor: Pinout, Datasheet and Equivalent

TRANS PNP 40V 0.6A TO-18 2N2907 is a Bipolar PNP transistor. This article mainly introduces pinout, specifications, features, and other detailed information about STMicroelectronics 2N2907.

Mar
19
2021

ADC0809CCN ADC: Feature, Specification, Datasheet

IC ADC 8BIT SAR 28DIP The ADC0809 data acquisition component is a monolithic device with an 8-bit analog-to-digital converter,

Mar
19
2021

CD4066B Bilateral Switch: Features, Speicifications and Applications

Switch, Bilateral; PDIP; Quad Bilateral Switch Logic; 18 (max.)v; -55; +125 The CD4066B device is a quad bilateral switch intended for the transmission or multiplexing of analog or digital signals.

Blog
31/12/2025

How to Choose the Right Microcontroller for Your IoT Project: ESP32 vs. Arduino vs. STM32

The Internet of Things (IoT) has disrupted the interaction between devices, the physical world, and the cloud. IoT applications can be found in smart homes and wearable devices, as well as industry automation and smart cities. The core of any IoT system is a microcontroller, which performs data processing, communication, interfaces with sensors, and manages power. A microcontroller is not a small thing to consider. It has a direct impact on the performance of your project, power efficiency, scalability, development time, and cost. Some of the successful alternative incorporators nowadays have included Arduino, ESP32, and STM32.

Blog
31/10/2025

Introduction to Nexperia Automotive-Grade ICs

Electronics in the automotive industry require accuracy, durability and complete reliability. All systems, including the engine control and modern driver assist, are based on parts that have to endure both high temperature and electrical interference, as well as extended durability of operation.

Blog
27/06/2025

ASIC vs FPGA Comparison: Performance, Cost, and Design Differences Explained

This article compares Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs) and Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs), two technologies used for creating custom digital circuits.

Solution
13/01/2025

The Rise of Automotive-Grade SiC/GaN Power Devices in Electric Vehicles

The automotive fast recovery Silicon Carbide (SiC) and Gallium Nitride (GaN) power devices emerge as game-changing technologies.

Blog
26/11/2024

How to Safely Discharge an AC Capacitor

AC capacitor discharge refers to the process in which a capacitor releases its stored electrical energy in an alternating current (AC) circuit.

Blog
31/10/2024

Signs of a Bad Camshaft Position Sensor and How to Test it?

A car has a variety of electrical components, one of which is called a camshaft position sensor (CMP). This section will discuss this component, the signs that indicate a problematic camshaft position sensor, and the procedures for doing so.

Blog
16/10/2024

Symptoms of a Bad Speed Sensor and How to Test It?

Speed sensors are utilized to measure the speed at which devices are spinning. Many vehicles, including automobiles, aerospace vehicles, off-highway and construction equipment, railway vehicles, and military vehicles, require speed sensors.

Blog
10/10/2024

Current Divider: definition, applications & formula

A current divider is an electrical circuit configuration used to split or divide an input current into multiple branches or paths.

Solution
21/09/2024

74LS04 Hex Inverter Datasheet(PDF) and Pinout

This article will explain some detailed information about 74LS04 Hex Inverter, including its datasheet, pinout, features and specifications.

Solution
20/09/2024

C1815 Transistor: Pinout, Features & Specifications

This article gives a comprehensive introduction to the key information of the C1815 transistor