Würth Elektronik Watts Up Podcast

The working current is the maximum current that can be used for your connector at any time for any duration. For specific applications, such as motor starters and capacitance discharge, it's recommended you use a higher current than usually accepted by the connector. In today's podcast, we'll discuss what other values need to be considered when selecting a connector and also talk about reasonable...

When you're in the development phase of a Gigabit ethernet interface, what is absolutely necessary to consider between the phy and ethernet connector? In this podcast, we're going to dive into the details of the circuit technology, what components need to be considered, and how the board should be properly laid out. We're also going to talk about the design of the ground system and explain the boa...

Machine data can be collected from almost every device, but how can you make the process easy and comfortable if the device has no display or it's hard to reach? The answer is Bluetooth™. In this podcast, we'll discuss software solutions for fast evaluation and how they can be easily adopted to various applications. To watch the complete WEbinar on demand, visit our Würth Elektronik YouTube page o...

The world of technology is ever changing. Wide bandgap power semiconductor devices like Silicon Carbide (SiC) MOSFETs are enjoying growing popularity in many modern power electronic applications like E-mobility and renewable energy. Their extremely fast switching speed capability helps to increase efficiency and reduce the overall size and cost of the system. However, fast switching together with...

Recently, pressure sensors have shrunk in footprint, transitions to digital, and have become energy-efficient. Many different types of differential pressure sensors are required in many industrial applications, and the choice of the pressure sensor depends on the end-application. In this episode, we will show examples of applications with differential pressure sensors and explain key features and...

Designers often times rely on design software from the manufacturer, which can help to reduce development time. With tools, such as REDEXPERT, designers get a tool that identifies the right inductance for a buck or a boost converter quickly. In this podcast, we will discuss a few tips and tricks on creating a power inductor for DC/DC converters for those times when an off-the-shelf solution is not...

Advancing technology is built with greater component density, leading to pressing questions regarding circuit board layout. In this episode, we'll answer questions, like how many vias are actually useful and proper arrangement, and how much does the capacitance value and the impendance of the ferrite change with voltage and current? Click here to watch the complete Webinar on demand, or visit Würt...

Coaxial cables are widely used as transmission lines for radio frequency signals and the quality of a coaxial cable assembly is related to many production and assembly details of the product. However, remembering all the details of coaxial cable types can be very complicated. In this podcast, we'll offer suggestions and give a better understanding of what critical points need to be checked with se...

The flyback converter with current-mode control is widely used in isolated applications, in which an optocoupler transmits the output voltage feedback signal across the isolation barrier for regulation. This means that the optocoupler and its characteristics need to be taken into account when designing the compensator to ensure stability and good transient performance of the converter. Click here...

As technology progresses, EMC continues to grow in importance and there is now a demand to know the characteristics of EMC components being used beyond their current, typical application range. In this podcast, we'll explain the different properties between multilayer ferrite beads in high frequency and standard multilayer ferrite beads, as well as a new methodology developed for the measurement o...

New technology is being pushed to operate at increased bandwidths over wider frequency ranges. It's important for design engineers to have a reliable all-purpose radio frequency (RF) amplifier on hand. The standard process when changing the operating frequency range of an existing RF amplifier usually requires a new design, but in today's podcast, we will explain why that may not be necessary. Dow...

In this podcast, we will discuss several iterations of a transformer, all that achieve the same fundamental requirements. We will also illustrate failure modes that are often overlooked by online design tools, and then demonstrate solutions that could reduce cost and improve performance. Click here to watch the complete Webinar on demand, or visit Würth Elektronik online at www.we-online.com/webin...

Thermal management is a challenge due to the miniatiruzation of designs, components, and an increase in power density. In this podcast, we will discuss Thermal Interface Materials and how a good thermal management of your designs will ensure longer component and device lifetime. Click here or visit www.we-online.com/catalog/tm to view Wurth Elektronik's line of Thermal Interface Materials.

In this episode, we are talking about the function of power modules. Our purpose is to provide an overview of the MagI3C Power Modules from Wurth Elektronik and compare different power modules against other discrete solutions. We will also discuss power module features and benefits as well as explore applications for power modules. To view slides from the podcast, visit Digi-Key online or click he...

Capacitor datasheets are often misunderstood and it is very possible that you are not getting the expected performance in your application. In this podcast, we will explain what information can be found in data sheets and what may be missing, but desperately needed, to understand the behavior of capacitors in circuits and applications. Click here to watch the complete Webinar on demand, or visit W...

When designing a circuit, one of the main considerations you need to take is the expected lifetime; not only based on the product itself, but also all the individual components included. For optocouplers, the performance degrades over time depending on the operating conditions. In this podcast, we'll give an introduction into how Wurth Elektronik tests the lifetime of its optocouplers and how you...

Learn the theory on selecting and implementing the right power line filter to reduce conducted emissions. Based on the strategy to separate differential mode and common mode components, we'll explain how to select a filter to pass the tests and demonstrate the effectivements of modal separation by a theoretical approach and live demonstration. Click here to watch the complete Webinar on demand, or...

There are many different applications in the market that are initiating high demand for products with higher current capability and the best performance in terms of losses and thermal behavior. In response, Wurth Elektronik has created an ever-expanding portfolio to fill the needs of customers. Today, we will discuss the importance of inductors, as well as some key features of inductors in specifi...

In this podcast, we'll take a look at the transformers impact on conducted and radiated EMI in an application and what designers should avoid during the design process in order to minimize EMI. We will explain in detail what practical construction techniques we can employ in order to mitigate these potential emissions. We will also discuss good EMC design practices, and finally cover additional EM...

Short, sweet, and to the point. Learn how the WE-FLEX and WE-FLEX HV series of flexible transformers could work for your isolated DC/DC converters. In this brief podcast, we'll discuss the benefits of each transformer, explain the differences between the two series, and explain how to understand the important parameters in order to select the right transformer in the right configuration. Click her...

Humidity and temperature have always been critical for many components, and one of the most important are capacitors. Depending on the application, a wide variety of environmental conditions can occur. The location of use also determines the resulting humidity and temperature. An application in subtropical countries has a different demand on the components than the application in countries with mo...

WE are doing Throwback Thursday #TBT – For the next few weeks, we're republishing our most popular podcasts of the last year. Last week, we replayed our Webinar, "Basics of Power Inductors," with our presenter, George Slama, Senior Application and Content Engineer with Wurth Elektronik. Today, we continue our series on power, with the sequel webinar "Basics of Power Transformers," and discuss the...

WE are doing Throwback Thursday #TBT – For the next few weeks, we're republishing our most popular podcasts of the last year. This podcast comes from a WEbinar presented by Würth Elektronik's George Slama, Senior Application and Content Engineer. This first session covers inductors and how to specify and select the correct one.   Click here to replay the Webinar on Demand or visit www.we-online.co...

WE are doing Throwback Thursday #TBT – For the next few weeks, we're republishing our most popular podcasts of the last year. In last week's broadcast, we began our discussion regarding the design of a USB but from a viewpoint of EMC considerations. We discussed the hardware and components, EMC circuitry, and the use of a USB filter. This week, we begin with the filter for DC supply. Figure 11:  F...

WE are doing Throwback Thursday #TBT – For the next few weeks, we're republishing our most popular podcasts of the last year. Next up, our very popular episode, "USB Interface from an EMC POV- Part I." Today's discussion centers around the Universal Serial Bus, commonly known as USB.  We'll be discussing the interface from an EMC point of view, and talk about technologies, hardware and components,...