Choosing a capacitor for reliable performance in today’s automotive electronics requires an examination of several parameters. The performance characteristics of the various capacitor technologies ...

The four basic capacitor types. The key parameters involved in selecting the right capacitor for automotive designs. Advantages and limitations of electrolytic and electrostatic capacitors. Choosing a ...

Switched-mode power supplies (SMPS) and low dropout (LDO) regulators are found in electronic systems. Critical SMPS requirements include a stable output voltage with load current, good temperature ...

Safety capacitors, also known as interference suppression capacitors, are permanent fixtures in power packs and power supplies. They are used in every household with the broad use of switching power ...

TDK has introduced Class-X2 EMI suppression capacitors that are 20% smaller and more humidity resistant than its previous offerings. Called B3292x, the series meets Grade III Test B for temperature, ...