Electromagnetics

Bourns Engineers Planar Signal Transformer for Managing EV Batteries, Adds Inductor for Charging 

Bourns has developed what it says is the industry’s first planar signal transformer for battery management systems, meeting the need for planar technology that can provide reliable and safe communication in a growing group of high voltage electric vehicle and other high energy storage systems. In another recent product introduction, the manufacturer of electronic components for power, protection and sensing solutions has developed a compact new power inductor with a metal alloy powder core and low magnetic field radiation for EV battery charging.  […]

Electromagnetics

Tech Tips: RECOM Explains How Planar Transformers Benefit DC/DC Converter Design 

Transformers can be a thorn in the side of designers of DC/DC converters. They are bulky, expensive and can be hard to manufacture. Find out how planar transformers can boost quality and lower the cost of low-wattage DC/DC converter designs in a helpful presentation from RECOM, a specialist in the development and manufacture of standard and custom DC/DC and AC/DC converters located in Austria. A few highlights are given here, the complete presentation is available on the company’s website. […]

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Planar Magnetic Headphones from Audeze Built to ROCK 

Planar magnetic headphones rock. When made properly, they have vanishingly low distortion, lightning-fast transient response, and wide, accurate frequency response, says audio equipment maker Audeze. A pioneer in high-end gaming audio products, the company lays claim to making the best planar magnetic headphones in the world with multiple patents and technological breakthroughs.  […]