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Powersolve announces the GMB Cylindrical Series of rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries that combine high operating voltage with high energy density and a low self-discharge rate.
GMB Series cells provide a nominal 3.7V with capacities from 650mAh up to 2200mAh in cylindrical packages from 14.3mm
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2/21/2012
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Silicon Laboratories Inc. (NASDAQ: SLAB), a leader in high-performance, analog-intensive, mixed-signal ICs, today introduced the industry’s highest performance, lowest power sub-GHz transceivers designed to maximize range and battery life for wireless systems. The new Si446x EZRadioPRO® transceiver
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2/18/2012
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NEW! 135 Articles Added to the Design Center Library
Visit our new Design Center page and enter the Design Center Library. We have added 53 new design tip articles to our existing library. In addition, you can now search the library by subject or key word. Subscribe and get updated design ideas
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2/3/2012
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Multi-output Regulators with Supervisory and Watchdog Timers Reduce Component Count, Increase Power Density and Reliability
Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI) is continuing to help industrial, medical and communications equipment designers improve power system performance by reducing board space with the introduction today of the ADP5041 and ADP5040 multi-output regulators. The regulators meet the increasing demand for greater power
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1/23/2012
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Maxim Integrated Products Inc. (NASDAQ: MXIM) today announced the MAX98314, the industry’s first mono, 3.2W, Class D amplifier with integrated input coupling capacitors.
With the integrated input capacitors, the MAX98314 fits in a small 1mm x 1mm solution size and saves at least 25% board space.
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1/23/2012
International Rectifier, IRÒ (NYSE: IRF), a world leader in power management technology, today announced it will showcase the company’s latest power management solutions at the Applied Power Electronics Conference and Exposition (APEC) which is being held at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Orlando,
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Date:
1/20/2012
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STMicroelectronics (NYSE:STM), a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications and a leading manufacturer of standard ICs, today introduced a new battery monitoring “gas gauge” for handheld applications. ST’s STC3105 combines the industry’s smallest footprint
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Date:
1/18/2012
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New Infineon TVS Diodes with Extremely Low Clamping Voltages Help Improve Reliability of Portable Electronics
Infineon Technologies AG (FSE: IFX / OTCQX: IFNNY) today introduced a new series of TVS Diodes (Transient Voltage Suppression). The Infineon products significantly improve system’s robustness against electrostatic discharge (ESD) events that can cause serious catastrophic or latent disturbances in consumer
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1/18/2012
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Acal BFi, - a division of Acal plc (FTSE: ACL) – announces the availability of alternatives to Fast Synchronous SRAMs (FSSs) made obsolete by the planned withdrawal of Samsung from the FSS market. The second-source service will enable OEMs and CEMs to avoid the risk of disruption to the continuity of
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1/17/2012
Silicon Laboratories Inc. (NASDAQ: SLAB), a leader in high-performance, analog-intensive, mixed-signal ICs, will showcase its next-generation mixed-signal microcontrollers (MCUs) and development tools at Embedded World 2012 in Nuremburg, Germany, Feb. 28 - Mar. 1 at Booth 4A-211. Silicon Labs will demonstrate
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1/16/2012
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Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NASDAQ: TXN) today introduced a battery charger integrated circuit to support higher cell capacity batteries and increasing battery charge currents of tablets, e-readers and smartphones. The highly integrated single-cell Li-Ion battery charger has dual inputs, which
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1/9/2012
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Silicon Designs, Inc. (www.silicondesigns.com), a global industry leader in the design and manufacture of highly rugged industrial-grade MEMS capacitive accelerometer chips and modules, has announced the recent introduction of a ±5 g model to its 2011 industry best-selling 2210 series.
Designed to
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1/7/2012
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Light and proximity sensor replicates the optical response of the human eye.
2012–Maxim Integrated Products Inc. (NASDAQ: MXIM) introduces the MAX44000, a digital ambient-light and infrared proximity sensor that detects light like a human eye. Designed using the company’s proprietary BiCMOS technology, this IC integrates three optical sensors, two ADCs, and digital functionality
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1/4/2012
Avago Technologies (Nasdaq: AVGO), a leading supplier of analog interface components for communications, industrial and consumer applications, today announced that its 28-Gbps Serializer/Deserializer (SerDes) core has demonstrated compliance with the Common Electrical Interface (CEI) standard for 28G
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12/3/2011
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Toshiba Electronics Europe (TEE) has launched its next generation of medium power MOSFETs for power management applications in mobile devices. The ultra-compact SSM3J13xTU MOSFETs meet the low-power, high-speed, high-current switching requirements of power peripheral circuits in applications such as
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Date:
11/30/2011
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Renesas Electronics, a premier provider of advanced semiconductor solutions, today announced a charging control integrated circuit (IC), the R2A20055NS, that achieves further miniaturization and safe charging control for single-cell lithium-ion batteries used in portable devices.
Lithium-ion batteries
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11/30/2011
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Microchip announces the PIC12LF1840T48A which is the first in a family of single-chip devices that integrate an eXtreme Low Power (XLP), 8-bit PIC® microcontroller with a sub-GHz RF transmitter. The PIC12LF1840T48A’s combination of features in a single, 14-pin TSSOP package makes it ideal for space-,
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11/29/2011
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Arrow Electronics announces the start of an enhanced technical support programme for Texas Instruments’ (TI) new SIMPLE SWITCHER nano modules and regulators. TI’s nano products are power management integrated circuits (ICs) for space-constrained point-of-load designs in industrial, communications and
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11/29/2011
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Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NYSE: TXN) today introduced a complete power management solution for TI’s C2000 real-time control, 32-bit microcontrollers (MCUs) and other DSP and FPGA processors. The TPS75005 highly integrated power circuit comes in a thermally enhanced 5-mm x 5-mm QFN package,
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11/29/2011
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15V, 300mA Buck Converter with IQ=1.8 µA
Linear Technology announces the LTC3103 and the LTC3104, 15V, fixed frequency synchronous buck converters capable of delivering 300mA of continuous current to output voltages from 0.6V to 13.8V. The LTC3103 consumes just 1.8µA of quiescent current, while the LTC3104 (which offers a 10mA programmable
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11/29/2011
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Intersil Corporation (NASDAQ Global Select: ISIL) has developed a new series of single, dual and quad digitally controlled potentiometers (DCPs) featuring the industry’s lowest supply voltages, power consumption and noise.
The ISL233x5 and ISL234x5 provide the most flexible and reliable solution
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Date:
11/27/2011
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Power Integrations (Nasdaq: POWI), the world leader in high-efficiency, high-reliability LED driver ICs, today announced the availability of LinkSwitch-PH LED driver ICs in a low-profile eSIP™-L package that measures just 2 mm high. The new package targets LED-based replacements for fluorescent tubes,
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Date:
11/17/2011
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ALPS ELECTRIC EUROPE GmbH has developed the SKSN Series mid-mount TACT Switch™. The switch is highly reliable and suitable for a wide range of electronic equipment, from mobile devices like portable audio players and smartphones, to healthcare products such as blood glucose meters and pedometers. Mass
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11/16/2011
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High-voltage, low-noise op amp is ideal for highly precise sensor interfaces.
High-Voltage and Lowest Noise, Autozero Op Amp Extends System Uptime and Improves Sensor Performance
Maxim Integrated Products (NASDAQ: MXIM) introduces the MAX44251, a 20V, ultra-precise, low-noise dual op amp that extends maintenance system uptime and maximizes sensor performance. Proprietary autozero technology enables continuous self-calibration which, in turn, ensures system accuracy over time,
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11/16/2011
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STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM), a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications and a world leader in developing and delivering System-on-Chip (SoC) ICs, today announced the Freeman Premier family of TV System on Chip devices has been certified for Security
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Date:
11/11/2011
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Renesas Electronics Europe offers two compatible microcontroller (MCU) families designed to provide flexible and scalable solutions for the next generation of smart meters. Both RX210 and RX630 MCUs are based on Renesas’ powerful 32-bit RX CPU core. They are available at distributor Rutronik as of now.
The
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11/11/2011
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Helping to increase battery efficiency and reduce board space, the miniature DMP1245UFCL 12V P-channel enhancement mode MOSFET from Diodes Incorporated has been introduced to meet the requirements of designers of space-starved portable products including smartphones and tablet computers.
The MOSFET
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11/9/2011
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FCI, the global leading connector manufacturer, has developed a 19-pin HDMI D-type (Micro HDMI) connector, which is ideal for consumer electronics applications. Micro HDMI has been widely used in smartphones, digital cameras, laptops and multimedia devices to combine high-definition video and multi-channel
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11/9/2011
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STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM), a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, has revealed its latest innovation for cellular handsets and other portable electronics; a display backlight controller IC that simplifies circuitry for consistent, high-quality
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11/9/2011
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Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NYSE: TXN) expanded its portfolio of general-purpose, low-power, rail-to-rail output operational amplifiers (op amps) with the introduction of new single and dual analog-to-digital converter (ADC) drivers that provide the industry’s highest performance-to-power ratio.
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Date:
11/8/2011
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The RF6650 is a pulse-width modulated (PWM), voltage-mode controlled DC-DC converter unit designed to supply power to W-CDMA power amplifiers. The output voltage is continuously programmable through the VSET analog input pin. The converter has been optimized for high efficiency at light current load
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11/4/2011
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MAX17047 measures Li+ battery SOC with higher accuracy than traditional coulomb counters
Maxim Integrated Products (NASDAQ: MXIM) introduces the MAX17047 fuel gauge for single-cell Li+ battery packs. Featuring the company's new ModelGauge™ m3 algorithm, the MAX17047 is the industry's only coulomb-counting fuel gauge that does not suffer from the abrupt corrections that occur with traditional
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10/30/2011
Mouser Electronics, Inc., regarded as a top design engineering resource and global distributor for semiconductors and electronic components, today publicized its global distribution agreement with ultra-low-power (ULP) RF specialist Nordic Semiconductor ASA.
Design engineers and buyers will now have
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10/29/2011
Infineon Technologies is the global market leader in power semiconductors for the eighth consecutive year. According to IMS Research* data, Infineon again strengthened its position in 2010 and commands an 11.2 percent share of the overall market, ahead of Toshiba (6.8%), STMicroelectronics (6.5%) and
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10/29/2011
Keil MDK-ARM™ development environment has been selected by Gemalto as the toolchain for all its ARM processor-based smartcard development.
"Software development for smartcards requires advanced tools from partners, such as ARM, that provide an environment above and beyond that of standard tool chains,"
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10/8/2011
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Atmel® Corporation (NASDAQ: ATML) today announced the availability of an ultra-small XDFN (Extremely Thin Dual Flat No Leads) package including a 363-bit read/write transponder IDIC®. The transponder IDIC ATA5577M1 is a high-volume low-frequency
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10/8/2011
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The newest precision voltage reference from Intersil Corporation (NASDAQ Global Select: ISIL) features low noise, low temperature drift and meets the low power requirements of high end and portable instrumentation systems.
The ISL21090 is a wide input range, low noise precision bandgap voltage reference
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10/5/2011
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Microchip announces new 8-bit PIC® microcontrollers (MCUs) in 6- to 20-pin packages that feature configurable logic and a high level of peripheral integration. The PIC10F(LF)32x and PIC1xF(LF)150x MCUs each feature new peripherals, including Configurable Logic Cells (CLCs), Complementary Waveform Generators
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9/29/2011
TTI, Inc., the global distributor of Passive, Interconnect, Relay & Switch and Discrete components, has expands its portfolio of terminal blocks from FCI with the addition of new PCB fixed configurations, power pluggable
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9/26/2011
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Energy Micro, the energy friendly microcontroller and radio company, has announced the availability of a development kit supporting their ARM® Cortex(TM)-M3-based EFM32 Giant Gecko microcontrollers. Referenced EFM3232GG-DK3750 and priced at $349, the kit provides users with full J-Trace and J-Link support
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9/24/2011
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Intersil Corporation (NASDAQ Global Select: ISIL) today expanded its portfolio of industry leading multi-phase DC/DC controllers by introducing the ISL95835 and ISL95837. Both controllers provide a complete low cost solution for CPU and GPU core power while delivering best-in-class transient response
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Date:
9/22/2011
Microsemi Corporation (Nasdaq: MSCC), a leading provider of semiconductor solutions differentiated by power, security, reliability and performance, today announced two new non-magnetic, 500-watt transient voltage suppressor (TVS) arrays. The new devices were designed specifically for MRI machines to
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9/17/2011
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100V Isolated Monolithic Flyback Regulator
Linear Technology Corporation announces the new high reliability (MP-grade) version of the LT3512, a high voltage isolated monolithic flyback regulator that operates over a -55°C to 150°C junction temperature range. This device simplifies the design of an isolated DC/DC converter. The LT3512 requires
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9/16/2011
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Dialog Semiconductor plc (FWB: DLG), a provider of highly integrated innovative power management, audio and short range wireless technologies, has announced SmartPulse™, the world’s first family of IC based devices interoperable with the DECT ULE (ultra low energy) wireless standard. SmartPulse has
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Date:
9/15/2011
Dialog Semiconductor plc (FWB: DLG), a provider of highly integrated innovative power management, audio and short range wireless technologies, has announced that its DECT ULE (ultra low energy) technology has been adopted by Panasonic for the company’s new range of ultra low energy wireless home safety
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9/14/2011
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Comchip Technology Corporation, the leader in design and manufacture of flat chip SMD diodes, has developed a 3.3V unidirectional 4-line electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection diode array that meets the immunity requirements of IEC 61000-4-2 level 4 (±20kV air, ±15kV contact discharge). Designated
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9/14/2011
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Intersil Corporation (NASDAQ Global Select: ISIL), today expanded its growing family of high speed analog-to-digital converters (ADCs) with a new series of devices that provide industry leading signal-to-noise ratios while consuming little power. The new devices offer excellent high input frequency
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9/13/2011
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Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NYSE: TXN) today expanded its 1.8-V, rail-to-rail input and output, general purpose operational amplifier (op amp) portfolio with the first in a new line of op amps for low-voltage, battery-powered, cost-sensitive industrial, consumer and medical applications. The
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Date:
9/13/2011
Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq:AEIS) announced today that the company's
Ascent(R) DC Power Supply has been selected as the process tool of record by one of the world's largest suppliers of flat panel manufacturing systems. Orders have been placed under the agreement to support next-generation
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9/11/2011
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Integrated Low Noise Charge Pump Maximizes 16- & 18-Bit SAR ADC Dynamic Range
Linear Technology introduces the LTC6360, a very low noise, high speed amplifier that can drive to 0V while maintaining high linearity on a single +5V supply. The LTC6360’s integrated ultralow noise charge pump provides an internal negative rail, eliminating the need for a negative supply. Compared
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9/9/2011
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Mark Newton, VP Operations, eoSemi
eoSemi, the all-silicon oscillator company, announces the appointment of Mark Newton as VP Operations. Newton was previously VP Operations at Trident Microsystems and before that held senior management positions at NXP Semiconductors and Philips Semiconductors. He has also run his own consulting business
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9/7/2011
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Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NYSE:TXN) today introduced its next-generation bqTESLA™ wireless power transmitter integrated circuit (IC). The bq500210 lowers the transmitter bill of materials cost by more than 50 percent, compared to existing solutions, by integrating the transmitter and supporting
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9/6/2011
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Targeting the many electronic applications requiring 4 watts or less, the new Bias Power BPW 4 Series micro-size switching power supplies can solve many problems for design engineers. The BPW 4 is smaller than alternate “one component” solutions and is available with single or dual output. BPW 4 supplies
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9/6/2011
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Diodes Incorporated has introduced a new device that delivers enhanced robustness and advanced protection for the USB (Universal Serial Bus) interface in a multitude of applications, where heavy capacitive loads and short-circuits could occur when connecting devices via the USB port.
The ubiquitous
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9/4/2011
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Microchip Technology Inc., a leading provider of microcontroller, analog and Flash-IP solutions, today announced the MCP1754/MCP1754S low dropout regulators (LDOs). The devices feature a high PSRR of 70 dB at 1 kHz (typical), and a maximum output current of 150 mA at +125 degrees Celsius junction temperature.
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9/1/2011
Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NYSE: TXN), the industry leader in highly integrated wireless connectivity solutions, today launched ten Bluetooth® low energy technology (Bluetooth v4.0) profiles with associated sample applications to boost market development of Bluetooth low energy-compliant sensor
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8/31/2011
Dialog Semiconductor plc (FWB: DLG), a provider of highly integrated innovative power management, audio and short range wireless technologies, has announced its companion IC for the Intel® Atom(TM) processor E6xx series, DA6011, has been adopted by Taiwan based ADLINK Technology for its mini size COM
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8/31/2011
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TDK-EPC, a group company of TDK Corporation, presents the TDK MLG0603S series of multilayer ceramic coils with the world’s highest inductance values*. These 0603 inductors feature an inductance of up to 180 nH at 100 MHz. Mass production started in August 2011.
To increase the inductance, TDK-EPC
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8/29/2011
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Maxim Integrated Products (NASDAQ: MXIM) introduces the MAX13256, an H-bridge transformer driver with a wide input-voltage range for isolated power supplies. Using this simple solution, engineers can quickly design a highly efficient (up to 90%)
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8/29/2011
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Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NYSE: TXN) today introduced the industry’s most accurate current shunt monitor. With a maximum offset voltage of 10-microvolts (uV) and a maximum gain error of 0.1%, the INA226 is 10 times more accurate than leading competitors. The device is a complete 16-bit, single-chip
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8/29/2011
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The new 5-position Micro USB receptacle from SUYIN’s 020039MB005S507ZL model series features a reverse-bottom, type AB design, and is thus suited for mounting on the underside of printed circuit boards. The AB label means that the receptacle can accommodate both Micro-A (rectangular housing) and Micro-B
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8/29/2011
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Luso Electronics Distribution has won a European distribution franchise for Elec & Eltek, the manufacturer of magnetic components. The deal, the second since Luso Electronics Distribution was established in May 2011 as a division within London-based Luso Electronics, adds transformers, noise filters
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8/18/2011
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ON Semiconductor (Nasdaq: ONNN), a premier supplier of high performance silicon solutions for energy efficient electronics, has introduced the CAT2300 current mirror with switch controller, that when combined with the company’s NTMFS4833NS or NTMFS4854NS SENSEFET Power MOSFET devices, provides a compact,
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8/17/2011
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National Semiconductor Corp. (NYSE:NSM) today introduced a 16-bit digital-to-analog converter (DAC) featuring a single-wire interface and 4-to-20 mA current loop drive that simplifies the design of smart transmitters used in industrial two-wire sensor systems. The highly integrated DAC161P997 reduces
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8/17/2011
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Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today introduced a new 8 V p-channel TrenchFET® power MOSFET featuring the industry's lowest on-resistance for a p-channel device in the 1.6 mm by 1.6 mm footprint area with a profile under 0.8 mm. In addition, the SiB437EDKT is the only such device to offer
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8/17/2011
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Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NYSE: TXN) today introduced the industry’s first zero-drift, 36-V operational amplifier (op amp). Compared to the competition, the dual-channel OPA2188 provides a 4x improvement in offset voltage drift, 60 percent improvement in initial offset voltage and twice the
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8/17/2011
Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NYSE:TXN) today introduced its PowerLab library, the industry’s most extensive collection of tested power management reference designs. The PowerLab library helps designers select from more than 300 power management reference designs for a wide range of applications
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8/13/2011
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Diodes Inc. has introduced a single-channel low-dropout fast-transient linear regulator with fixed output voltage of 5V and +/-1% accuracy. The new low-dropout regulator integrates the voltage divider to reduce board space and external component count, enabling easier layout and reducing the opportunities
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7/31/2011
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Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NYSE: TXN) today introduced the industry’s smallest, 16-bit delta-sigma analog-to-digital converter (ADC) with integrated programmable gain amplifier (PGA), reference, temperature sensor and 4-input multiplexer. Measuring 2 mm x 1.5 mm, the ADS1118 is more than 65-percent
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7/31/2011
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TDK-EPC, a group company of the TDK Corporation, has intensified its support of STMicroelectronics, one of the world’s largest semiconductor companies, in the creation of tested energy-saving solutions for their customers’ applications. ST just recently completed the development of the 50th joint reference
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7/29/2011
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Integrated Device Technology, Inc. (IDT®; NASDAQ: IDTI), the Analog and Digital Company™ delivering essential mixed-signal semiconductor solutions, today announced the world’s first audio subsystem with integrated programmable clock generator for portable applications. This new device minimizes board
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7/29/2011
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Linear's 150mA Supercap Charger with PowerPath™ Control & Auto Cell Balancing
Linear Technology Corporation introduces the LTC3226, an inductorless supercapacitor charger with backup PowerPath™ controller for Li-ion or other low-voltage system rails in applications that require short term backup power. The
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7/27/2011
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I had the pleasure to talk with Greg Davis, Senior Marketing Manager for the Mobile Audio Product Line at Fairchild Semiconductor. Prior to Fairchild, Greg was the Senior Director of the Portable Audio Product Line at Leadis Technologies, and held various technical and management positions during
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7/27/2011
Microsemi Corporation (Nasdaq: MSCC), a leading provider of semiconductor solutions differentiated by power, security, reliability and performance, today announced its award-winning SmartFusion® customizable system-on-chip (cSoC) devices are now supported by FreeRTOSTM (www.freertos.org), a scale-able
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7/27/2011
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Integrated Device Technology, Inc. (IDT®; NASDAQ: IDTI), the Analog and Digital Company™ delivering essential mixed-signal semiconductor solutions, today announced that it has developed a power savings and performance enhancement architecture for high frequency voltage regulator designs targeted at
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7/26/2011
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Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NYSE:TXN) today introduced a 3-MHz, 100-mA synchronous step-down DC/DC converter, which integrates a bypass switch and a unique DCS-Control technology. The new device extends battery run-time by 20 percent in low-power wireless and MSP430™ MCU-based applications,
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7/26/2011
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Wolfson Microelectronics plc has today announced the WM5100, the world’s first Audio System-on-a-Chip (SoC), integrating a high performance, low power, multi-channel Audio Hub, with full transmit path (Tx) noise cancellation, receive path (Rx) noise cancellation and Wolfson’s class-leading myZone(tm)
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7/24/2011
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Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NYSE: TXN) today introduced the most highly integrated piezo haptic driver for mobile consumer and industrial designs. The DRV8662 features an integrated 105-V boost converter, power diode, and 50-V to 200-V peak-to-peak (Vpp) fully-differential amplifier, resulting
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7/23/2011
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International Rectifier, IR (NYSE: IRF), a world leader in power management technology, today announced the enhancement of its PQFN offering with the introduction of a PQFN 2mm x 2mm and PQFN 3.3mm x3.3 mm package. The new packages integrate two HEXFET® MOSFETs utilizing IR’s latest silicon technology
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7/15/2011
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Energy Micro adds 12 devices to its Cortex-M3 microcontroller range for energy friendly applications
Energy Micro, the energy friendly microcontroller company, has announced availability of its EFM32 Gecko and Tiny Gecko product lines in a QFP64 package. The new 64-pin devices are particularly popular in the growing smart metering market, in addition to energy sensitive applications like building automation,
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7/15/2011
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High Accuracy Temperature-to-Voltage Converter
Linear Technology Corporation introduces the LTC2997, a high accuracy temperature-to-voltage converter with built-in series resistance cancellation for 2.5V to 5.5V systems. Many low voltage systems today rely on temperature to assess overall system health and reliability. Traditional implementations
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7/14/2011
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Providing a unique combination of precision, low power and value, Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI) introduced today the AD8420 micropower, wide-supply-range instrumentation amplifier -- the newest addition to its award-winning instrumentation amplifier product line. The AD8420 features a high CMRR (common-mode
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7/6/2011
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Dr Jalal Bagherli, CEO at Dialog Semiconductor
Dialog Semiconductor plc (FWB: DLG), a provider of highly integrated innovative power management, audio and short range wireless technologies, today announced that the company’s ultra low power Green VoIP processors, acquired through
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Date:
7/5/2011
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I had the pleasure to talk with Parviz Ghaffaripour, President & CEO of California-based Akros Silicon. The company provides leading edge, intelligent energy management ICs. Akros’ disruptive silicon technology makes it possible to integrate multiple ICs, high-voltage isolation and discrete components
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Date:
7/3/2011
All American Semiconductor, a leading distributor of electronic components, announces it carries Semtech’s new EcoSpeed® converter platform. The platform incorporates Semtech’s patented adaptive on-time (AOT) control architecture to deliver ultra-fast transient response and very high efficiency across
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Date:
7/1/2011
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Atmel® Corporation (NASDAQ: ATML), a leader in microcontroller and touch solutions, today announced the Atmel maXTouch(TM) mXT112E controller optimized for 2.8- to 3.5-inch touchscreens for the fast growing consumer markets including feature phones, digital still cameras, global positioning systems
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Date:
6/30/2011
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Murata Power Solutions today announced the 2700 and 2700T series of surface mount ultra-low profile power inductors aimed at a broad range of consumer electronic devices. The series has been designed specifically for use in applications where a low component height is crucial such as in handheld equipment
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Date:
6/28/2011
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Ensuring fast and accurate latching-off of output current in the event of over current detection, the AP2401 and AP2411 single channel power switches from Diodes Incorporated are designed to help raise USB port protection levels. These 2A rated, high-side power switches provide a choice of active low
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Date:
6/28/2011
Energy Micro, the energy friendly microcontroller and radio company, has announced the appointment of Honestar Technologies as a distributor for China. Honestar will support Energy Micro's complete portfolio of energy friendly ARM® Cortex(TM) based EFM32 Gecko MCUs and EFR4 Draco RF transceivers for
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Date:
6/23/2011
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Atmel® Corporation (NASDAQ: ATML), a leader in microcontroller and touch solutions, today announced the new Atmel JTAGICE3 mid-range in-circuit debugger and programmer to support all Atmel AVR® 8- and 32-bit microcontrollers (MCUs). This new debugger is smaller, faster, and more robust than the previous
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Date:
6/21/2011
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Microchip announces the expansion of its RF power amplifier portfolio, with the addition of the new SST12LP17E and SST12LP18E power amplifiers. The SST12LP17E is the smallest fully matched power amp in its class, requiring only one DC bypass capacitor to achieve optimum performance. The SST12LP18E
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Date:
6/20/2011
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Meggitt Sensing Systems, a Meggitt group division, has announced the global market introduction of the Endevco® model 4416B, a portable, compact, low-noise battery operated signal conditioner and power supply, designed to support ISOTRON® (IEPE-type) accelerometers; prepolarized condenser microphones
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Date:
6/20/2011
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Toshiba Electronics Europe (TEE) has announced an ultra-compact, extended temperature photocoupler that will help designers to meet safety isolation requirements while saving board space in robotics, conveyors and many other industrial power and motion control applications.
The new TLP104 photocoupler
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Date:
6/18/2011
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High Efficiency I2C Power Manager & 3.5A Battery Charger with OVP & USB OTG
Linear Technology Corporation introduces the LTC4155, a high power, I2C controlled, high efficiency PowerPath™ manager, ideal diode controller and lithium-ion battery charger for single-cell portable devices such as tablet PCs, ultra-mobile PCs (UMPCs), personal video players, smart phones, digital
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Date:
6/16/2011
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New peak in laboratory findings for OLED: The current laboratory sample achieves 87 lm/W – 40 percent more than the previously-achieved peak value.
Technological breakthrough at OSRAM: researchers and developers have achieved a new efficiency record in the laboratory for OLED. The laboratory sample achieves 87 lm/W, significantly exceeding the current peak value. And the most important thing: the laboratory sample is highly proximate to the product,
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Date:
6/15/2011
Central Semiconductor Corp. announces the CFSH01-30L Low VF Schottky diode in the space saving, low profile SOD-882L package. This new device has a reverse voltage rating of 30V and a maximum forward current rating of 100mA. The exceptionally low forward voltage drop of 300mV at 10mA makes the CFSH01-30L
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Date:
6/15/2011
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Dialog Semiconductor plc (FWB: DLG), a provider of highly integrated innovative power management, audio and short range wireless technologies, has launched two third generation advanced system level power management ICs (PMICs) for tablet PCs, smartphones, embedded computers and multimedia players.
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Date:
6/14/2011
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ON Semiconductor (Nasdaq: ONNN) a premier supplier of high performance silicon solutions for energy efficient electronics has announced the introduction of five ultra small package, low dropout (LDO) linear voltage regulators to bolster its existing portfolio for smart phones and other portable electronics.
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Date:
6/13/2011
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International Rectifier, IR (NYSE: IRF), a world leader in power management technology, today announced the extension of its packaging portfolio with the introduction of a PQFN 2mm x 2mm package featuring IR’s latest HEXFET® MOSFET silicon that delivers an ultra-compact, high density and efficient solution
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Date:
6/11/2011
Fairchild Semiconductor (NYSE:FCS) is stepping up its efforts to address one of the most significant challenges facing audio applications in the mobile industry today – the need to meet consumer demand for multimedia mobile devices that offer smaller speakers, sound louder and better, while minimizing
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Date:
6/9/2011
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High Performance, Low Power Broadband Dual RF Mixer
Linear Technology announces the LTC5569, a dual high performance RF mixer that packs a combination of 26.8dBm IIP3 (Input Third Order Intercept), 300mW per mixer and wide operating frequency coverage to address high density footprints of multimode 4G RRH (Remote Radio Head) MIMO (Multiple-Input, Multiple-Output)
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Date:
6/9/2011
Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS), a world leader in software and IP for semiconductor design, verification and manufacturing, today announced that it is delivering comprehensive design enablement for TSMC’s 28-nm process technology, integrated manufacturing compliance and an advanced system-level prototyping
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Date:
5/27/2011
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Toshiba Electronics Europe (TEE) has announced a new addition to its family of low voltage MOSFETs. The new n-channel device - which is a member of the company’s continuously expanding SSM series of small signal MOSFETs – has very low loss characteristics that make it ideal for power management in a
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Date:
5/26/2011
As handheld devices decrease in size and increase in functionality, achieving the proper balance of sealing and protection with the requirements of an ultra thin application can be an extreme design challenge.
To help address this growing need, Rogers Corporation has introduced two new members to
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Date:
5/16/2011
Renesas Electronics, a premier supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, today announced the availability of the digital ambient illuminance sensor, the PH5551A2NA1, with an industry-leading compact and thin package. The PH5551A2NA1 device is the company’s first entry into the market for ambient
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Date:
5/16/2011
Central Semiconductor Corp. introduces the new 20V, 100mA CMNDM7001 (N-Channel) and CMNDM8001 (P-Channel) MOSFETs in the ultra miniature SOT-953 package. These complementary devices extend Central’s range of energy efficient MOSFETs. They provide space saving solutions for battery powered portable products
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Date:
5/15/2011
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ON Semiconductor (Nasdaq: ONNN) a premier supplier of high performance silicon solutions for energy efficient electronics, has released its newest product for integrated electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection for use in notebooks, tablets, and external storage devices.
The new ESD7004 is specifically
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Date:
5/15/2011
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Diodes Incorporated has announced its first series of dual gate logic devices, designed to help reduce component footprints in small handheld products, including tablet computers, smart phones and e-readers. The 74LVC2G two-gate parts are provided in the miniature and robust DFN1010 package, measuring
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Date:
5/15/2011
Renesas Electronics Europe, a premier provider of advanced semiconductor solutions, announced today for its RL78 microcontroller family new compiler support from IAR Systems, as well as real-time operating systems (RTOS) from Micrium and CMX Systems.
“To support the market’s need for industry-standard
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Date:
5/9/2011
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I attended the European press launch for ON Semi’s new Q32M210 precision mixed-signal microcontroller for portable sensing applications. This product is ideal for industrial and medical applications where high accuracy, dependability and low power operation are key requirements.
Todd Schneider,
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Date:
5/2/2011
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STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM), a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications and the leading supplier of MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) for consumer and portable applications 1), is set to accelerate the deployment of high-precision mobile
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Date:
4/30/2011
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Intersil Corporation (NASDAQ Global Select: ISIL) today added to its industry-leading high-precision operational amplifier portfolio with the introduction of the ISL28208, a precision, ground-sensing input, rail-to-rail output, 3V to 40V powered dual op amp that provides an unmatched solution for industrial
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Date:
4/26/2011
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Semtech Corp. (Nasdaq: SMTC), a leading supplier of analog and mixed-signal semiconductors, today launched the latest device in its buck regulator platform. The new SC197 is a 500mA, dual-output, point-of-load (POL) regulator, combining two PWM DC-DC regulators in an ultra-small, low-profile 2 x 3 x
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Date:
4/24/2011
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ALPS ELECTRIC EUROPE GmbH offers with the HSHCA a high-quality capacitive type humidity sensor for use in digital cameras, mobile phones, PCs, and notebooks, in health care applications, home appliances, robots and industrial machines. The surface-mountable sensor is remarkable for its small dimensions
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Date:
4/19/2011
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Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released three new single and dual 2 A load switches designed for 1.1 V to 5.5 V operation. Offering low switch on-resistance at 1.2 V for increased efficiency, the SiP32411, SiP32413, and SiP32414 feature a controlled soft turn-on slew rate of 150 μs typical
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Date:
4/16/2011
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Maxim Integrated Products (NASDAQ: MXIM) introduces the DS3660, a security manager with 1024 bytes of nonimprinting memory to securely store sensitive data. The on-chip nonimprinting memory, which consists of eight 128-byte banks, can be selectively cleared by end users based on user-specified tamper
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Date:
4/15/2011
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Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NYSE: TXN) today announced delivery of a mobile-grade, battery-optimized Wi-Fi solution to the open source Linux community as part of the OpenLink™ project, focused on providing a wide range of wireless connectivity solutions for native Linux. Customers and developers
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Date:
4/14/2011
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Diodes Incorporated has released the world's smallest dual output omnipolar Hall effect switch IC, specifically designed for open/close detection in portable, battery-powered products including cell phones and notebook PCs. The dual output AH1891 is optimized for operation over the supply voltage range
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Date:
4/14/2011
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Linear Technology Corporation introduces a family of ultralow power 14-bit and 12-bit, 25Msps to 125Msps analog-to-digital converters (ADCs) that dissipate less than 1mW per mega sample per second from a 1.8V supply, making them the lowest power high speed ADCs on the market. The LTC2145 family includes
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Date:
3/29/2011
EBV Elektronik, an Avnet (NYSE:AVT) company and the leading specialist in EMEA semiconductor distribution, today announced a distribution agreement to promote and deliver Micron Technology, Inc.’s memory products to customers in Europe. As one of the world’s leading manufacturers of DRAM, NAND and NOR
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Date:
3/29/2011
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Microchip announces an expansion of its 8-bit segmented LCD microcontroller (MCU) family with five new devices combining low-cost LCD control with industry-leading low power consumption. The PIC16LF190x MCUs enable the implementation of LCD into cost-sensitive power-efficient designs, such as security
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Date:
3/29/2011
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CISSOID, a leader in high temperature semiconductor solutions, introduced a dual High Temperature 40V N-channel MOSFET Transistor. Available in the small footprint, surface mounting, hermetically sealed ceramic SOIC16 package, this new device will help designers to achieve the highest system density.
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Date:
3/20/2011
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To help OEMs of portable medical and consumer electronic devices remain compliant with new laws banning the use of mercury in button cell batteries, the Renata Batteries division of The SWATCH Group (Switzerland) has developed a comprehensive line of 0% mercury silver oxide batteries. These batteries
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Date:
3/20/2011
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Semtech Corp. (Nasdaq: SMTC), a leading supplier of analog and mixed-signal semiconductors, today launched the SC171 and SC172 buck regulators. These 1A and 2A output current devices are the latest additions to the company’s EcoSpeed™ DC-DC converter platform, which includes a broad selection of output
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Date:
3/7/2011
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Nextreme Thermal Solutions, the leader in microscale thermal and power generation solutions, today introduces Thermobility, the next generation of power generation technology that uses heat as a source of electricity for low-power wireless applications.
Thermobility uses innovative solid-state thin-film
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Date:
2/25/2011
