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Midnight Oil
- Jan 1, 1970
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I have a question about the meaning of voltage ratings on electronic
components. Does the voltage rating mean it is the maximum voltage you can
apply to a device before it melts down? Or does it have a more subtle
meaning?
For instance, if I have an LED with a 5V rating on the package, do the
put that on there to say "If you apply more than 5 volts of pressure on
this component, it will 'snap' inside and all the magic smoke will come
out."
Or, is there another meaning behind it that engineers use?
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components. Does the voltage rating mean it is the maximum voltage you can
apply to a device before it melts down? Or does it have a more subtle
meaning?
For instance, if I have an LED with a 5V rating on the package, do the
put that on there to say "If you apply more than 5 volts of pressure on
this component, it will 'snap' inside and all the magic smoke will come
out."
Or, is there another meaning behind it that engineers use?
The Moon is Waxing Crescent (18% of Full)