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Our VP of Product Development Roland Saint-Pierre explains why high-voltage PowiGaN technology offers the perfect solution for the new 800 VDC power systems for AI data centers.

The industry’s first 1700 V gallium nitride (GaN) switch is now available in a new member of the InnoMux-2 IC family, substantially expanding the range of applications for GaN technology.

This overview explains how to export completed planar transformer designs from PI Expert's Magnetics Designer tool for PCB fabrication. Users can generate Gerber files as either a single set, where...

This overview covers the final step in the planar transformer design process using PI Expert's Magnetics Designer tool. After defining the stack-up and winding parameters, users can optimize the transformer’s...

This overview covers the second step in the planar transformer design process using PI Expert's Magnetics Designer tool. After defining the stack-up, users can refine winding and layer properties such...

This overview demonstrates the first step in the planar transformer design process using PI Expert's Magnetics Designer tool. Using a 35 W automotive design example, it explains how to configure...

This overview presents the recommended design workflow for creating planar transformers using PI Expert's Magnetics Designer tool. Because many design parameters are interdependent, following a structured process helps ensure a...

This overview introduces the Winding Layer window in PI Expert's Magnetics Designer tab for planar transformers. The window displays detailed information for the specific winding layer selected in the Constructional...

This overview introduces the Winding Properties window in PI Expert's Magnetics Designer tab for planar transformers. The window allows users to view and modify key winding characteristics for the winding...

This overview introduces the Core / Enclosure Properties window in PI Expert’s Magnetics Designer tab. The window displays information about the selected core, including its part number and material, which...

This overview explains the Windings Info and Electrical Diagram windows within PI Expert’s Magnetics Designer tab for planar transformers. The Windings Info window provides detailed data for each winding, including...

This overview introduces the Spiral Diagram window within PI Expert's measurements, including the distances between the core, pMagnetics Designer tab for planar transformers. The window provides a top-down view of...

Within PI Expert’s Planar Magnetics Designer, the Constructional Diagram window provides a cross-sectional view of a planar transformer, displaying the core structure, PCB stack-up, insulation materials, copper layers, and winding...

PI Expert now includes a powerful Planar Magnetics Designer that enables engineers to create and optimize planar transformer designs for compact, high-efficiency power adapters. Planar transformers offer a slim profile...

TOPSwitchGaN switcher ICs deliver up to 440 W and 93% efficiency, eliminating the need for complex topologies while improving reliability and cost efficiency.

Designing planar transformers for high‑efficiency power supplies has never been easier. In this video, we walk through how to use PI Expert Online to create a custom flyback design with...

Donnie Saturno unboxes this versatile reference design, a compact 26.5 W isolated flyback power supply delivering 12 V and 5 V outputs for appliance, industrial, and commercial applications. using a...

Donnie Saturno unboxes this ultra-compact design, which delivers 12 V / 3 A output, minimal component count, and impressive efficiency using a TinySwitch-5 switcher IC.

Thomas Capobianco introduces a multi-output flyback design for meters that can protect against magnetic interference.

For the second race in a row, aCentauri Solar Racing completed the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge! Its Silvretta solar race car improved one spot from the team's debut in 2023...

Senior Product Marketing Engineer Zeeshan Kabeer unboxes a compact, power factor corrected LLC resonant power supply designed specifically for electric 2-wheeler charger applications.

The moment is here. Bridgestone World Solar Challenge starts in Darwin and Mr. Green's Blog is at the starting line to witness the beginning of aCentauri Solar Racing's 3,000 km...

The eve of Bridgestone World Solar Challenge saw the completion of dynamic scrutineering and qualifying. The aCentauri Solar Racing's Silvretta solar race car set a team record with a 2:14.65...

Driving a solar-power race car 3,000 km through the Australian Outback is hardly a one car job. Two aCentauri Solar Racing members explain the fully equipped car convoy deployed for...

EV two-wheeler charger designs are evolving to meet the demands of high efficiency, portability, and reliability, all while minimizing no-load power consumption. Safety is paramount—not just for the battery, but...

aCentauri Solar Racing Battery Lead Kim Kleinlogel spoke to Mr. Green's Blog about a DC-DC converter featuring PowiGaN-based InnoSwitch3-AQ switcher IC, provided to the team's Silvretta solar race car by...

aCentauri Solar Racing Battery Lead Kim Kleinlogel spoke to Mr. Green's Blog about a DC-DC converter featuring PowiGaN-based InnoSwitch3-AQ switcher IC, provided to the team's Silvretta solar race car by...

Our PowerPros team of power supply design experts has become a dependable resource for engineers around the world. Available via video calls 24 hours a day, six days a week...

DER-1030Q describes a low-profile 20 W power supply with four outputs for 800 V BEV applications, such as gate driver and emergency power supply. It features a wide-creepage InnoSwitch3-AQ flyback...

DER-1045Q describes a low-profile 16 W power supply with four outputs for 800 V BEV auxiliary or gate driver power supplies. It features a wide-creepage InnoSwitch3-AQ flyback switcher IC with...