What are Snubbers and How Do They Work?

Snubbers are a type of circuit component used to suppress or filter out unwanted high-frequency noise in electronic circuits. They are typically made up of a combination of capacitors, inductors, and resistors that work together to attenuate (reduce the amplitude of) high-frequency signals while allowing low-frequency signals to pass through unimpeded.

Snubbers are commonly used in power supply lines, data buses, and other high-speed circuits where noise suppression is critical. They can be designed to target specific frequency ranges and can be customized to meet the specific requirements of a given application.

The term "snubber" comes from the idea of "snubbing" or suppressing unwanted signals, and the circuit components that make up a snubber are carefully selected and arranged to achieve this goal. By using a snubber in a circuit, designers can improve the overall performance and reliability of the system by reducing the impact of high-frequency noise.