It’s no surprise that many hardware hackers avoid working with AC, and frankly, we can’t blame them. The potential consequences of making a mistake when working with mains voltages are far greater ...

Foster Transformer introduces a line of RoHS compliant isolation transformers which are suitable for step-up, step-down and 1:1 voltage applications. Jan. 3, 2012 2 min read Foster Transformer ...

Keysight, Teledyne LeCroy, Tektronix, Rohde & Schwarz (R&S), and others have offered built-in digital oscilloscope Bode analysis for some time, and this feature has trickled down to low-cost DSOs like ...

Using the flyback-converter topology with a transformer for galvanic isolation. What is the no-opto converter topology? What is the iso-buck converter alternative? As is evidenced in Figure 2, no ...

Short-circuit proof, the Model A-15633 isolation transformer features Class 180 insulation and built-in thermal-overload protection. The transformer's 1/4-in. quick-connect terminals provide reliable ...

There are several reasons you should have an isolation transformer. They can prevent ground loops and also prevent a device under test from having a DC path to ground (or isolate an oscilloscope from ...