
Introduction to Mylar Capacitors Mylar capacitors are a type of electrical component that stores electrical energy in an electric field. They are constructed using a[…]

How Analog Joysticks Work An analog joystick consists of two potentiometers (variable resistors) mounted at 90 degrees to each other. As the joystick is moved,[…]

Introduction to Isola 370HR PCB Isola 370HR is a high-performance laminate material commonly used in the manufacturing of printed circuit boards (PCBs). This laminate is[…]

What is a Desoldering Pump? A desoldering pump, or solder sucker, is a handheld device used to remove molten solder from a soldered joint. It[…]

What are Parasitic Capacitances? Parasitic capacitances, also known as stray capacitances, are unintentional and unwanted capacitances that exist between conductors in electronic circuits. These capacitances[…]

What is a MOSFET? MOSFET, which stands for Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor Field-Effect Transistor, is a type of transistor that is widely used in electronic circuits. It is[…]

Introduction to the CD4049 Hex Inverting Buffer IC The CD4049 is a popular CMOS hex inverting buffer integrated circuit (IC) that contains six independent inverters.[…]

What is a JFET? A JFET is a type of field-effect transistor that uses a voltage applied to a gate terminal to control the current[…]

Introduction to Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) Design A low noise amplifier (LNA) is a critical component in many wireless communication systems, including cellular networks, GPS[…]

Tip 1: Understand the Basics of Low-noise Amplifier Design Before diving into the specifics of LNA FR design, it is essential to understand the basics[…]