Hardware Podcasts

The Spark Gap - Episode 51

The Spark Gap · 12 Apr 2017 · 1h 13m

What this episode covers

Hosts Carl and Corey discuss protecting circuit boards from external damage, covering ESD, reverse polarity, and overcurrent scenarios. They highlight specific components like the Triad Semiconductor TS3633 for VR tracking and the Maxim Integrated DS2401 for serial numbers. The hosts explain design strategies including TVS diodes, current-limiting switches, and isolated power domains to safeguard microcontrollers and FPGAs from user error or faulty peripherals.

Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Triad Semiconductor, Maxim Integrated, Texas Instruments, National Instruments, Linear Technology, Analog Devices, ST
Products
Raspberry Pi
Chips
TS3633, DS2401
Tools
Virtual Bench

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