Power systems today operate in an environment where reliability and safety must be maintained despite rising loads, expanding ...

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 ...

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 ...