Allegro’s PMIC A81407 with High-Side Pre-Driver

Allegro's PMIC A81407 with High-Side Pre-Driver

Continuing the analysis related to bus shutdown and relevant disconnections, this time we focus on Allegro’s PMIC A81407, which can be combined with A4911/18 for a versatile solution.This combination is also quite effective in applications such as wire control and redundant EPS.Key features of the chip include: ASIL D functional safety level Wide input voltage … Read more

Electromagnetic Compatibility Design of Printed Circuit Boards

Electromagnetic Compatibility Design of Printed Circuit Boards

Electromagnetic compatibility refers to the ability of a device or system to function properly in its electromagnetic environment without causing unacceptable electromagnetic interference to anything in that environment. The purpose of electromagnetic compatibility design is to ensure that electronic devices can suppress various external interferences, allowing them to operate normally in specific electromagnetic environments, while … Read more

Electromagnetic Compatibility and Heat Dissipation Design of High-Speed DSP Systems

Electromagnetic Compatibility and Heat Dissipation Design of High-Speed DSP Systems

With the rapid development of electronic technology, high-speed DSP systems have become core components in many fields. However, in practical applications, the complex electromagnetic compatibility environment and high-temperature conditions can severely impact system stability. Therefore, how can we effectively design the electromagnetic compatibility and heat dissipation of high-speed DSP systems? 1. Electromagnetic CompatibilityElectromagnetic compatibility is … Read more

PCB Wiring Techniques and Best Practices

PCB Wiring Techniques and Best Practices

PCB, also known as Printed Circuit Board, can connect electronic components and implement functions. It is also an important part of power circuit design. This article will introduce the basic rules of PCB layout and wiring.1. Basic Rules of Component Layout 1. Layout according to circuit modules; related circuits with the same function are called … Read more

Why Follow These PCB Principles? Ignoring Them Can Cause Big Issues!

Why Follow These PCB Principles? Ignoring Them Can Cause Big Issues!

It is well known that PCB design always has a series of principles to follow. If these principles are not adhered to, it may lower the success probability of PCB design, affect product performance, and even have negative impacts on signal integrity, electromagnetic radiation control, and system reliability. Today, this article will analyze these principles, … Read more

Understanding PCB Copper Pour: Benefits, Drawbacks, and Design Considerations

Understanding PCB Copper Pour: Benefits, Drawbacks, and Design Considerations

PCB Copper Pour refers to the area filled with copper in a PCB layer. This layer can be on the top, bottom, or any internal layer of the PCB, and PCB copper pour can be used for grounding, reference, or to isolate specific components or circuits from the rest of the elements on that layer. … Read more