Posts Tagged ‘Static’
Did You Know? – NexTek Enables Compliance with DO-160G Avionics and Aircraft Equipment Standards
The DO-160 Series (currently DO-160G) regulations regarding Avionics cover a wide range of test requirements that every piece of certified Avionics equipment must comply with. With the range of requirements covered under this wide-reaching document, covering everything from Temperature Range and Vibration Ratings to EMI Susceptibility and Lightning Protection. Learn more about DO-160 and it’s…
Read MoreExtremely Compact Lightning Arrestor Ideal for Mounting Inside Radio Chassis – New Product Release – PTCTNFMMFxxS
We are excited to announce the release of a brand-new Coaxial Arrestor design, the PTCTNFMMFxxS series of compact GDT arrestors. Just like other examples of NexTek’s compact arrestor options, this unit is perfect for chassis-mount applications where space is at a premium…But at the same time, it provides heavy duty, military grade protection for your equipment and will not…
Read MoreFeatured Transient Threat Type/Application: Static [ESD] Protection for Coaxial RF Lines
Today’s post highlights a type of Transient Threat that NexTek arrestors provide protection against. Although Lightning energy is the primary source of damage to coaxial lines and systems where they are used, there are also other types of Surge Energy that can cause damage to electronics. ESD, or Electro-Static-Discharge, discharges can reach many kilovolts in potential and therefore could cause…
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