Surge protection basics are the foundation for a solid protection strategy. The infamous “voltage spike” lasts for microseconds, yet its damage is often permanent — and sometimes catastrophic. Where ...

Power protection is like insurance: You pay for it, yet hope you don’t need it. But it’s not a simple “purchase.” The first protection question is, “What am I seeking to protect and against what event ...

Members can download this article in PDF format. Power systems employ diodes to perform a variety of functions. For example, diodes can protect against damage due to power-source reverse-polarity ...