by Erkan Ozcan | Jul 31, 2021 | Tech Talks
The DMC, or Dual Master Controller, is basically a CPU-in-a-box that allows two converters to be controlled simultaneously from the same CPU PCB (604170). Through two pairs of handshaking lines, the converters enter and exit High-Z mode when entering and exiting...
by Erkan Ozcan | Jan 2, 2020 | Engineering
What is grounding? In an AC electrical system, the wire that carries away fault currents is called the ground wire. The equipment ground allows the GFCI (Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter) to disconnect the circuit and prevents fault current from electrifying a...
by Erkan Ozcan | Jun 1, 2018 | Engineering
It’s a common scenario: An evening on the boat enjoying the game is interrupted when yet another yacht arrives at the marina and connects to shore power. Suddenly, it’s like a brownout at home. Lights dim, the TV resets, A/C goes out, clocks start blinking...