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Choosing the Right Overcurrent Protection for Next-Gen Consumer Electronic Designs

From traditional fuses to eFuses, understanding the advantages, limitations, and use cases of each technology helps engineers ...
Electrical Construction & Maintenance

Stumped by the Code? Overcurrent Protection for Cords, Cables, and Wires

All questions and answers are based on the 2017 NEC. Underlined text indicates a Code change. Q. What does the Code require for overcurrent protection of flexible cords, flexible cables, and fixture ...
Electrical Construction & Maintenance

Stumped by the Code? Code Requirement for Sizing the Overcurrent Protection of Conductors

All questions and answers are based on the 2017 NEC. Q. What is the Code requirement for sizing the overcurrent protection of conductors? A. Except as permitted by Sec. 240.4(A) through (G), ...
Electronic Design

Prioritize Circuit Protection for USB Type-C Interfaces

This file type includes high-resolution graphics and schematics when applicable. The USB Type-C connector specification and the related USB 3.1 and USB Power Delivery (USB PD) specifications promise ...