At 12:43 PM 6/22/2004 +0200, you wrote:
>Hi all
>
>I'm currently putting an inverter design through compliance testing, and
>have a problem with fast transients on the incoming power lines. I've added
>common mode chokes and Y-cap to address conducted emissions, but electrical
>fast transients are getting through, and dirupting operation of the
>processor (16F870). I'm looking as some series inductors as a solution, and
>was wondering if anyone on the list has had similar experiences, and how
>they were resolved. Input currents are around 5A.
>
>Regards

The CM choke should be taking care of the power supply issues, but maybe
there is other stuff getting through the inputs/outputs. You need to pay
special attention to the paths of those currents..

Best regards,

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