This three-part series describes how to properly test a DC/DC power supply, and ensure that it works reliably over various operating conditions. This series is intended to provide the designer with a ...

Read the introduction to this series in Part 1, and the conclusion in Part 3, which covers stability. This is Part 2 of a three-part series which discusses how to properly test a DC/DC power supply to ...

The power supply on a computer transforms the alternating current from the wall outlet into a direct current flow that the computer's components can use. Testing the DC voltage output of the power ...

Even though the cables between a source supply and a regulator are basic dc, some basic issues must be addressed to ensure viable results and test integrity. Every engineer knows that a stable, ...

The repetitive nature of power supply test and the need for accuracy, repeatability, and documentation make it a prime candidate for automation. Today’s leading-edge power supply test systems offer ...

I built a machine recently and I would like to test the power supply to make sure it isn't damaged out of the box. How would I go about testing a power supply to make sure I'm getting what I'm getting ...

Over the years, the need for increased reliability of electrical systems is no secret to those in the electrical industry. Data centers, hospitals, emergency call centers, government buildings, and ...

Decreased system reliability due to overloaded power supplies is a common engineering challenge. In this Q&A-style article submitted by Allied Electronic & Automation, David Norton, technical ...