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Designing electrical products for the oil & gas industry requires high reliability, as environmental hazards and lightning strikes can damage costly equipment. Surge protection, using components like TVS Diodes, is crucial in safeguarding electrical systems from these threats. This article explores how MAX 20/40-Cell Series TVS Diodes from MDE Semiconductor, Inc. help Transtector provide power protection for critical oil & gas applications.   Surge Protection in Oil & Gas Applications Electrical surges can occur from lightning strikes or equipment like motors, relays, and contactors, which produce damaging surges when switched on or off. TVS Diodes protect circuits by clamping excessive voltage to safe levels during surges. When a surge occurs, the diode routes excess current to the ground, preventing damage to equipment.   Introducing the MAX 20/40-Cell Series The MAX

Circuit protection devices from MDE Semiconductor, Inc. are utilized in electronic components with a wide array of applications. Aerospace, telecommunications, and healthcare devices are just some of the industries that depend on industrial-grade electronic protection from components such as TVS diodes. But we have a particular penchant for working with military and defense contractors. MDE Semiconductor, Inc.’s TVS diodes have been sourced by Lockheed Martin and Wilorco in use from ships to aircraft, to name a few. And in past articles, we’ve extrapolated potential applications of our devices for use in military drones, augmented reality, and data collection sensors. Sensors housed inside drones, satellites, marine systems, and combat and reconnaissance vehicles will detect everything from the presence of threats and the activities of enemy forces to the nature of an

The latest round of defense contracts includes the confirmation of a tenth Block V Virginia-class submarine to add to the original contract awarded by the U.S. Navy in 2019 to General Dynamics Electric Boat.  When it comes to reliable surge protection of the vessel regarded as the U.S. Navy’s foremost undersea platform in stealth, intelligence gathering, and weapons systems technology, power supply subcontractor Wilorco knew where to turn.  The MAX-260 Power TVS Diode from MDE Semiconductor, Inc. will sail ahead with Wilorco’s power supply to protect mission-critical components from catastrophic power anomalies. Find out more about how the Navy’s nuclear subs are at risk for critical voltage transients, what standout upgrades are expected from the Block V fleet, and how the MAX-260 Power TVS Diode functions as high current circuit

IoT devices are commonplace in our everyday lives. From military applications to civilian household use, these nonstandard computing devices connect wirelessly to a network and have the ability to transmit data. However, IoT applications are plagued by unique electrical concerns that could compromise the lifespan and reliability of the connected devices. One such concern is how IoT devices could withstand constant ESD exposure without failing. The obvious solution is, of course, to use TVS Diodes as a mitigative measure. However, choosing a TVS diode for IoT devices isn’t as simple as it seems. You can’t approach ESD protection for IoT devices the same way as for typical applications like commercial alarm controllers or data loggers.  IoT devices bear unique characteristics that require certain types of TVS Diodes. In this article,

Embedded system design is a complex process, and overlooking ESD protection can result in serious post-deployment issues. A design that’s missing a Transient Voltage Suppressor Diode can potentially result in a barrage of complaints from angry customers and product recalls. Such a scenario is practically a nightmare for any embedded systems design engineers. In this article, you’ll learn the importance of Transient Voltage Suppressor Diodes (or TVS diodes) for ESD protection and how to protect critical components effectively in your design.   How ESD Affects Embedded Systems Embedded systems are electronic circuits driven by a microcontroller. Besides the microcontroller at its core, the circuit often consists of other types of ICs, communication, and I/O interface.  Each of the components has a degree of tolerance against ESD. Unfortunately, it doesn’t take

A major aspect of system protection for complex circuits in an unreliable industrial environment is the selection of the right TVS Diode. Circuits are designed to handle a specific voltage limit, within which they operate safely and in optimal condition. But when this voltage is exceeded, the signal lines and interfaces and the product or function can get damaged. Disturbances from exposure to high transients, voltage or current surges, and more can all negatively affect the performance of a circuit. Fortunately, utilizing the right TVS Diodes can protect sensitive circuit components and systems from electrical overstress caused by power surges, lightning strikes, or nearby machinery. So, let’s take some time to discuss the working principles of TVS Diodes and how they protect your circuits. Transients are surges in either voltage