Wurth Electronics UK & Monolithic Power Systems Inc. @ Reading

Wurth Electronics UK's Field Application Engineers, combined with the engineers of Monolithic Power Systems Inc., will present on an array of topics, including choice and selection of inductors and capacitors, power supply design fundamentals, power supply design from an EMC perspective and thermal management.

Wurth Electronics are one of the leading manufacturers of electronic and electromechanical components in Europe. With sales organisations in 43 countries and 16 production facilities across the globe, they guarantee complete design-in support, samples free of charge and delivery of their components anywhere in the world. Their team of local Regional Business Managers are always on-hand to provide both technical and commercial support, with Field Application Engineers also available to support your design.

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) provides small, highly energy efficient, easy-to-use power solutions for systems found in industrial applications, telecom infrastructures, cloud computing, automotive, and consumer applications. MPS'​ mission is to reduce total energy consumption in our customers'​ systems and service our customers with green, practical, compact solutions. MPS can be contacted through its UK sales team or via its website (www.monolithicpower.com). The company was founded by Michael R. Hsing in 1997 and is headquartered in Kirkland, Washington.

Coffees and lunch will be provided at the venue.

Registration data will be shared between both Wurth Electronics UK and Monolithic Power Systems Inc.. We reserve the right to refuse tickets and will contact attendees directly if so.

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Power Supply design fundamentals and component selection (Monolithic Power Systems, Inc.)

There are many decisions to make when designing a SMPS, so this session will take you through the initial design decisions when selecting the value of inductor and input and output capacitors. It will then look at the trade-offs in the design, the impact of these component choices and a review of the losses within the circuit. Then finally look at types of control topology and their influence on the transient response

Informed Choice, Selection of Inductors and Capacitors (Wurth Electronics UK)

Choosing the right inductors and capacitors is essential for optimizing the performance and reliability of SMPS designs. Power inductor selection involves understanding key parameters such as rated current, saturation current, DC resistance, percolation effect and core materials because not all inductors are alike. Accurate modeling of inductors helps in predicting their behavior under various operating conditions. Similarly, selecting capacitors requires consideration of factors like capacitance value, voltage rating, and aging effects. Using tools like REDEXPERT, designers can make informed choices, balancing performance, cost, and reliability. Smart component selection enhances the efficiency, stability, and longevity of the power supply.

Power Supply design from an EMC perspective (Monolithic Power Systems, Inc.)

This presentation will look at the sources of noise within a SMPS and identify common mistakes found in PCB design causing poor EMC performance. We will then look at good layout techniques to minimize EMC, tips for further improvement and the advantages achieved when using Spread spectrum clocking.

Thermal Management 101, Considerations in Product Design (Wurth Electronics)

This presentation will cover PCB layout optimisation for maximum heat dissipation, focusing on design strategies and best practices. It explores tools for identifying thermal issues early in the design stage and techniques to enhance conduction, convection and radiation efficiency. Additionally, it provides insights into ensuring optimal heat transfer from PCB to heatsink. Attendees will gain practical knowledge to improve thermal performance in their designs. Finally, we will be looking at the supporting documentation required as part of the compliance journey when integrating thermal management products.

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