To measure a zener diode’s breakdown voltage, you need a dc voltage source whose voltage exceeds that of the zener voltage. In Figure 1, resistor R SER provides voltage drop between V IN and V ZEN. In ...

The latest publication from portable test equipment expert, Megger, provides a compact yet comprehensive guide to the frequently misunderstood subject of oil dielectric breakdown voltage testing. The ...

This applies more to older vacuum technology than your average solid state hardware, but [Richard] put together an interesting project. It’s designed to test a component for its breakdown voltage ...

Electronic products must pass somelevel of immunity tests when subjected to conducted or radiatedenergy. Some of those tests include subjecting the equipment undertest to electrical impulses–short ...

In this report, we’ll look at some of the particular issues surrounding high-voltage test, such as breakdown voltages and leakage currents. We’ll also look at the transition that’s now ongoing from ...

Phenolic breakdown remains a common issue in ageing electrical systems and can pose serious risks if left undetected. Through a combination of visual inspection and professional testing tools such as ...

In designs where high voltage (HV) or current is present, it’s necessary to take steps to reduce the potential risk to users. These steps traditionally include insulation, grounding, and the isolation ...