The IRF540N is an advanced HEXFET N-channel power mosfet, from International Rectifier. The device is extremely versatile with its current, voltage switching capabilities, and thus becomes ideal for numerous electronic applications. The datasheet and pinout details of the device has been explained in the following article. Main Features: Sophisticated, cutting-edge processing technology used. Extremely low […]
Datasheets and Components
How Shunt Regulator TL431 Works, Datasheet, Application
In this post I have explained how a shunt regulator IC works typically in SMPS circuits. We take the example of the popular TL431 device and try to understand its use in electronic circuits through a few of its application notes. Electrical Specifications Technically the device TL431 is called a programmable shunt regulator, in simple […]
High Current Triac BTA41/600B – Datasheet, Application Note
Triacs are one of the most important active electronic components which are exclusively used for power switching applications, these devices are especially suited to AC mains loads, and are able to switch large currents consistently. Triacs are the solid state replacements to mechanical relays, and come configured as static relays. The modern triacs today are highly sophisticated […]
High Current Transistor TIP36 – Datasheet, Application Note
If you are looking for a power transistor able to support high current upto 25 amps and yet not incorporate the traditional cumbersome TO-3 package, then the TIP36 would certainly impress you. High Current from Smaller Package The package of TIP36 is TO-3P which means the accompanied heatsink would require just a single hole to be drilled and […]
3 Watt LED Datasheet
In the following post I have explained the main technical features and specifications of 3 watt white LEDs. I have explained more regarding their operating parameters and safe-operating limitations. Main Features Extreme luminosity capability Extreme working life > 50K hours. Very Low thermal resistance. SMD technology allows embedded PCB type sodering. Completely UV free design Enhanced ESD protections Image Courtesy – https://www.led-display.cc/High-Power-LED/Q1B/LP5W-80-SERIES:-5-watt-high-power-LED.jpg […]
IC TDA 7560 Datasheet – 4 x 45W QUAD BRIDGE CAR RADIO AMPLIFIER PLUS HSD
In this post I have explained the datasheet of the IC TDA7560 which is a cutting-edge BCD (Bipolar / CMOS / DMOS) technology class AB 4 x 45 quad Audio Power Amplifier in Flexiwatt 25 package made for super high power car radio. The thoroughly interdependent P-Channel/N-Channel output composition makes it possible for a rail to rail […]
