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CC1101 Datasheet, Pinout, Circuit, Equivalent and Applications

4440 IC: Datasheet, Amplifier Circuit Diagram, Pinout and Application

Jan 06, 2026

Types of Circuit Breakers: Working, Construction, and Applications

From the humble MCB in your home to the massive SF6 breakers in substations. We explore the types of circuit breakers, their arc quenching mechanisms, and applications.

Jan 06, 2026

BCM56371A2KFSBG Guide: Inside the Broadcom Trident 3-X3 Enterprise Switch

Deep dive into the Broadcom BCM56371A2KFSBG. Decoding the Trident 3-X3 architecture, 48x1G + 100G uplink specs, FleXGS programmability, and its role in modern campus networks.

Jan 06, 2026

Microchip LAN9352 Guide: The 2-Port Managed Ethernet Switch with PTP

Deep dive into the Microchip LAN9352. We explain the critical difference between LAN9352 vs LAN9252 (EtherCAT), verify IEEE 1588 PTP support, and cover SPI/HBI interface design.

Dec 31, 2025

Industrial Network Devices Guide: Rugged Switches, Media Converters, and Use Cases

Why do factories need Industrial Ethernet Switches? We explain the difference between rugged and commercial gear, the role of Media Converters, and key use cases in automation.

Dec 31, 2025

EP4CE30F29C7N Guide: The High-I/O Cyclone IV E FPGA

Technical guide to the Intel Altera EP4CE30F29C7N. A detailed look at this 780-pin FPGA with 532 I/Os, Quartus Prime support, and industrial bridging applications.

Dec 31, 2025

BCM56990B0KFLGG Guide: Inside the 25.6T Broadcom Tomahawk 4

Deep dive into the Broadcom BCM56990B0KFLGG. We analyze the specs of the Tomahawk 4 25.6T switch chip, its 50G PAM4 architecture, and why it powers the modern AI cloud.

Dec 30, 2025

EPM3256AQC208-10 Guide: The Classic 5V-Tolerant MAX 3000A CPLD

Technical guide to the Altera EPM3256AQC208-10. Decode the PQFP-208 specs, solve Quartus II 13.0 compatibility, and learn why this 5V-tolerant CPLD is critical for legacy repairs.

Dec 30, 2025

XC95288XL-10FG256C Guide: The Classic 5V-Tolerant CPLD

Technical guide to the Xilinx XC95288XL-10FG256C. Explore the 5V tolerant I/O features, ISE 14.7 software requirements, and reflow tips for this leaded BGA CPLD.

Dec 30, 2025

LFXP2-40E-7FN484C Guide: The Non-Volatile LatticeXP2 FPGA

A technical guide to the Lattice LFXP2-40E-7FN484C. Explore the benefits of Non-Volatile flexFLASH technology, 'Instant-On' capabilities, and high-security design features.