Differences between MOSFET and IGBT

There are a few differences between MOSFET and IGBT. Both are semiconductor switching devices. But they have a few differences regarding applications, switching speed, and power ratings. Differences between MOSFET and IGBT MOSFET (Metal Oxide Semiconductor Field Effect Transistor) and IGBT (Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor) are semiconductor switching devices. There are the following differences between […]

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Electrical noise in electrical and electronics circuits

Electrical noise in electrical and electronics circuits can be electrical or magnetic. We will discuss the reasons for noise and how to remove it. Reason for electrical noise The electrical noise can come due to 2 reasons: 1 – Electrical coupling due to the electrical voltage source 2 – Magnetic coupling Electrical coupling due to

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What is the Snubber circuit and its applications in power electronics

snubber circuit

The snubber circuit finds application in power electronics and switching devices. We will discuss in this post, what is snubber circuit, and what are the applications of a snubber circuit. What is a snubber circuit? The snubber circuit is a series connection of a resistor and a capacitor. This resistor-capacitor combination is connected, generally in

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