Tag: Current sensing
MOSFET Overload Detection Design
The Problem : MOSFETs are widely used in power circuits, but they can be damaged by overload currents if not protected. Overload typically happens when a connected device draws more current than expected, causing the MOSFET to heat up or even fail.
The Solution : To prevent this, add current …
MOSFET Overcurrent Detection – Protect Your Circuits Proactively
When working with MOSFETs in power electronics, overcurrent conditions can silently destroy your components if not addressed. Overcurrent often occurs due to short circuits, stalled motors, or unexpected load surges—leading to overheating and eventual failure. Thankfully, simple overcurrent detection methods can protect your circuit. The Problem: MOSFETs Don’t Always Fail Loudly Unlike …
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MOSFET Overload Protection Design Made Easy
The Problem: MOSFET Overload and Burnout When a MOSFET handles more current than it’s rated for, it heats up rapidly and can fail catastrophically. This is a common issue in motor drivers, power supplies, and battery chargers—especially when there’s no built-in overload protection. For hobbyists and prototypers, this often results in damaged components …
MOSFET Over-Current Shutdown – Protect Your Circuit Smartly
The Problem : When using MOSFETs to switch loads, one common risk is over-current—where the load suddenly draws more current than expected. This can heat up the MOSFET, damage your power supply, or even start a fire in extreme cases. Beginners often overlook this, thinking the MOSFET will handle it—but without protection, it …
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MOSFET Overload Detection Circuits: A Simple Solution for Your Electronics Projects
In electronics, ensuring that components like MOSFETs operate within their safe limits is crucial. Overloading a MOSFET can cause permanent damage or even failure of your circuit. But how do you detect when your MOSFET is about to go into overload mode? The Problem : A MOSFET overload occurs when the current passing …
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SMPS Current Sensing Techniques – A Simple Guide for Electronics Hobbyists
Power supplies are at the heart of most electronics projects, and ensuring they run smoothly is essential for prototypers and engineers. In switched-mode power supplies (SMPS), current sensing is crucial to monitor and control the power being delivered to the load. Without it, systems can overheat or become unstable. But how can you manage this? …
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