Capacitors

Modified: 16 June, 2021

A introduction to capacitors, a fundamental component used in circuit design. A walk-though of the different types, properties, uses and capacitor equations.

Signal Generators

Modified: 15 June, 2021

Info on signal generators.

Soldering Irons And Stations

Modified: 14 June, 2021

A review of the different makes and models of both soldering irons and soldering stations.

C++ Callbacks (and giving member functions to C-style callbacks)

Modified: 13 June, 2021

How to deal with the tricky issue of callbacks in C++ (incl. how to provide member functions to C-style callbacks), especially in embedded environments.

Electrical Noise

Modified: 8 June, 2021

Noise spectral densities, the colours of noise, thermal noise, and more info about electrical noise.

COMPONENT PACKAGES

Micro-MELF Component Package

Date Published:	April 4, 2015
Last Modified:	April 4, 2015

Overview

Name	Micro Metal Electrode Leadless Face
Synonyms	n/a
Variants	n/a
Similar To	MEL Mini-MELF (SOD-80, DO-213AA)
Mounting	SMD
Pin Count	2
Pitch	1.70mm
Solderability	You can solder these by hand, as long as you've had some experience soldering before. The ones with squarish middles are easier!
Thermal Resistance	n/a
Power Rating	0.2W
Land Area	3.51mm2
Height	1.10mm
3D Models	n/a
Common Uses	Resistors Diodes

Comments

Some versions have squared bits in the middle, making it easier to place one on a PCB and solder without it rolling around. 0Ω resistors in this package usually have a single centered black line.

Photos

A photo of the Micro-MELF component package.

Dimensions And Recommended Land Pattern

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