How to Select and Install a UPS System: Sizing and Runtime Guide
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CR2032 Battery Design: Battery Life, Voltage Stability, and Flash Programming Errors
A CR2032 coin-cell battery is widely used in compact and handheld electronic devices because of its small size, low cost, and relatively long operating life. However, designing a device around a CR2032 battery requires more than simply calculating how long the battery will last. Two important design considerations are: A device may continue to operate […]
Why Digital Signals Become Unstable When Power Is Not Stable
Introduction A digital signal is normally expected to remain in a stable state between HIGH and LOW. Digital circuits use these two defined voltage levels to process and transmit information reliably. However, a digital signal can sometimes enter an undefined or unstable state, especially when the power supply is not stable. This problem can occur […]
How to Protect Your Electronics from Power Surges and Outages During Severe Weather
Severe weather can create serious problems for electronic equipment. Thunderstorms, lightning, strong winds, utility failures, and unstable power conditions can cause power surges, voltage drops, brownouts, and complete power outages. These power problems can affect computers, network equipment, industrial controllers, manufacturing systems, measurement instruments, and other sensitive electronic devices. One practical way to improve equipment […]