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Chapter 7 Tutorial
Output Characteristics
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Figure 7-6. Simplified Diagram of Common Mode and Normal Mode
Sources of Noise
When the load changes very rapidly, as when a relay contact is closed, the
inductance in the hook up wire and in the power supply output will cause a
spike to appear at the load. The spike is a function of the rate of change of
the load current. When very rapid changes in load are expected, a capacitor
with a low series resistance, in parallel with the power supply, and close to
the load is the best way to minimize these voltage spikes.