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June 2020
Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor has Capacitance Value of 1 μF
Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor has Capacitance Value of 1 μF
Murata announces the development of what is believed to be the world’s smallest, laminated multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) with a capacitance value of 1.0 μF in the 01005 inch size (0402M) measuring just 0.4 x 0.2mm x 0.2mm. The GRM022R60G105ME01 with a rated voltage of 4 Vdc is already in mass produc
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06/30/2020
3W Current Sense Chip Resistor with Improved TCR to 50
3W Current Sense Chip Resistor with Improved TCR to 50
Current sensing resistors that operate at high power can experience significant self-heating. This self-heating can cause error in measurement if the sense resistor has high TCR. Stackpole's CSM2512 current sense resistor offers a metal element with TCR now improved to 50 ppm. This ensures high accuracy measurem
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06/30/2020
Han-Modular Flexbox: Modular connectors for energy chains
Han-Modular Flexbox: Modular connectors for energy chains
The interface has been developed so longer, moving cable runs for machines and machine modules are easier to install and maintain. The Han-Modular Flexbox makes it possible to sub-divide energy chains into flexibly manageable and easily replaceable segments. The modular housing concept replaces the previou
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06/30/2020
Raspberry Pi HAT board with MERUS class D multilevel amplifier
Raspberry Pi HAT board with MERUS class D multilevel amplifier
It offers high definition audio at boom box power levels in a small form factor. The Infineon proprietary multilevel technology ensures minimum size and consumption, state of the art power efficiency, and HD audio quality for Raspberry Pi users and makers. Target field of use are active speakers with wireless m
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06/30/2020
Modular evaluation platform for discrete CoolSiC MOSFETs
Modular evaluation platform for discrete CoolSiC MOSFETs
Its centre comprises a motherboard with interchangeable drive cards.  The drive options include a Miller clamp and a bipolar supply card; additional variants will be launched in the near future. In shortening time-to market for a variety of applications, this portfolio will help paving the way for silicon car
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06/30/2020
Würth Elektronik introduces its WE-LHMD high-current inductor
Würth Elektronik introduces its WE-LHMD high-current inductor
Thanks to their iron powder cores, the high-current inductors for audio applications (available in 1008 and 1213 packages) display stable behaviour at high peak currents. The WE-LHMD features the 2-in-1 design from non-coupled inductors and is therefore suitable for compact BTL (Bridge-Tied Load) applications.
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06/30/2020
Würth Elektronik introduces its WE-HIDA high-current inductor
Würth Elektronik introduces its WE-HIDA high-current inductor
The high current inductor is characterized by low core losses, very low DC resistances from 2.5 mΩ to 14.8 mΩ and high saturation currents.  WE-HIDA is not only available as a single inductor, but also in 2-in-1 designs (package sizes 1415 and 1521) for compact BTL (Bridge-Tied-Load) applications.
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06/30/2020
Chip-set enables higher performance AI
Chip-set enables higher performance AI
A driver, MCD4609, and a pair of MCM4609 current multiplier modules supply up to 650A continuous and 1,200A peak. Owing to their small footprint and low profile (45.7mm x 8.6mm x 3.2mm), current multipliers are placed close to the processor enabling reduced power distribution network (PDN) losses and higher pow
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06/30/2020
MOSFET Gate Driver Switch Intelligent Power Devices
MOSFET Gate Driver Switch Intelligent Power Devices
The TPD7106F and TPD7107F can be used to control the conduction and shut-off of currents being supplied to automotive electronic control units (ECUs), including junction boxes and body control modules. They are also suited to use in power distribution modules and semiconductor relays. When combined with
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06/30/2020
€10.3M project for the most energy-efficient GaN power modules
€10.3M project for the most energy-efficient GaN power modules
CGD leads the European funded GANEXT project under the PENTA Programme, targeting the design and development on highly efficient, highly compact prototypes of next generation Gallium Nitride power modules, for low and high power applications. The GaNext Penta project is undertaken by a powerful consortium with co
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06/30/2020
Advanced, secured NOR Flash memory
Advanced, secured NOR Flash memory
Based on Semper NOR Flash’s field-proven and robust smart memory architecture, Semper Secure NOR Flash is the first memory solution to combine security and functional safety in a single NOR flash device to deliver the security, safety, and reliability required for the most advanced connected automotive, industri
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06/30/2020
Wide Selection of High-Frequency Connectors
Wide Selection of High-Frequency Connectors
In 174 pages, the "Coax Connectors" English language catalog presents nine product groups. The new product families of SMB and SMP connectors is the highlight. The following product families are featured in the coaxial catalog available today: SMA and Reverse Polarity SMA, MCX and MMCX, SMP and SMB Mor
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06/30/2020
SiGe rectifiers offer high efficiency and thermal stability
SiGe rectifiers offer high efficiency and thermal stability
The rectifiers combine the high efficiency of their Schottky counterparts with the thermal stability of fast recovery diodes. Targeting automotive, communications infrastructure and server markets, the new 1-3 A SiGe rectifiers are of particular benefit in high-temperature applications like LED lighting, engine co
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06/30/2020
Compact intelligent Toshiba power device with 600V rating
Compact intelligent Toshiba power device with 600V rating
With its rated power supply voltage (VBB) of 600V, the TPD4162F can be used for any applications with input signals in the range 200 to 220VAC. The new IC contains a PWM circuit, 3-phase decoder, level shifting high-side driver and low side driver with embedded IGBTs and FRDs. This allows direct drive of brushle
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06/30/2020
Würth Elektronik Wireless Power Transfer Coil WE-WPCC WPT/NFC
Würth Elektronik Wireless Power Transfer Coil WE-WPCC WPT/NFC
The new device anables the combination of a charging station for smartphones with identification and payment functions. Other new additions to the world's largest range of wireless power transfer coils include a high power coil (WE-WPCC 760308101311) with 400 W output and a "flat" version, two coils whose respective heigh
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06/30/2020
300W non-isolated, buck-boost DC-DC converters output 9.6V to 48V
300W non-isolated, buck-boost DC-DC converters output 9.6V to 48V
The output voltage of these step-up and step-down converters can be adjusted from 9.6 to 48V and accept a wide range input voltage of 9 to 53V. The converters seamlessly transition from buck to boost mode operation without disruption in performance. The i7C 8A series can be used to derive additional high-power outputs
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06/30/2020
Reliable, Durable, Decentralised Power Supplies
Reliable, Durable, Decentralised Power Supplies
Decentralisation of system components has proven to be an important factor in modern system planning as it simplifies installation, enables expansion and reformatting of systems, and simplifies maintenance. In addition, conventional control cabinets can be replaced by smaller versions or even removed completel
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06/30/2020
Software Accelerates System Development for FPGA Designs
Software Accelerates System Development for FPGA Designs
Lattice Semiconductor Corporation announced availability of the latest version of its popular software design tool for FPGAs, Lattice Radiant 2.1. The version includes support for the company’s new general-purpose Lattice Certus-NX FPGAs, the second family introduced within six months using Lattice Nexus FPGA de
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06/29/2020
Rugged and High Performance 100V Half-Bridge MOSFET Drivers
Rugged and High Performance 100V Half-Bridge MOSFET Drivers
Renesas Electronics Corporation introduced the HIP2211 and HIP2210, a new pair of 100V half-bridge MOSFET drivers. The HIP2211 is a next-generation pin-compatible upgrade to Renesas’ popular ISL2111 bridge driver, while the new HIP2210 offers a tri-level PWM input to simplify power supply and motor drive design. Th
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06/25/2020
Chiller Platform Efficiently Cools 3D Printing Systems
Chiller Platform Efficiently Cools 3D Printing Systems
The Nextreme Recirculating Chiller Platform from Laird Thermal Systems offers reliable and precise temperature control of 3D printing systems used in additive manufacturing applications in a wide range of industries. The Nextreme Recirculating Chiller Platform is able to efficiently control the temperature of al
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06/18/2020
18V Input 1.25MHz Regulators for Noise-Sensitive Apps
18V Input 1.25MHz Regulators for Noise-Sensitive Apps
Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited (AOS) introduced AOZ676xDI series of high switching frequency and simple-to-use synchronous buck regulators. AOZ6762DI and AOZ6763DI are capable of delivering 2A and 3A, respectively, and up to 15W output power. The new devices offer a low on-resistance power stage and are pa
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06/17/2020
Current Sense Chip Resistors Offer Resistance to 10 ohm
Current Sense Chip Resistors Offer Resistance to 10 ohm
Power supplies and current sensing circuits have requirements that are as wide ranging as the end products they serve. For applications that require low TCR sense resistors, yet don’t need extremely low resistance values for high current handling, this can be difficult. Low resistance values typically offer low T
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06/17/2020
TDK Announces World's Lowest-Power PDM Microphone
TDK Announces World's Lowest-Power PDM Microphone
TDK Corporation introduces the InvenSense T3902, the world’s lowest power Pulse Density Modulation (PDM) microphone for mobile, IoT and other consumer devices. The T3902 is an ultra-low power, low noise, multi-mode bottom-port MEMS microphone, enhancing voice-based services which are now commonplace in many de
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06/16/2020
2000W Portable Power Station Goes on Sale on Indiegogo
2000W Portable Power Station Goes on Sale on Indiegogo
BLUETTI now is crowdfunding on Indiegogo with its 2000W portable power station, the AC200. The most powerful power station yet, that can output enough wattage that can power refrigerators, tool appliances such as drills, CPAP machines, and even blenders. The BLUETTI AC200 can power up to 17 devices simultane
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06/16/2020
Hybrid Semiconductor for AC Power Circuit Protection
Hybrid Semiconductor for AC Power Circuit Protection
ProTek Devices has introduced a new patent-pending series of hybrid semiconductor components for AC power supply circuit protection in consumer and industrial applications like home appliances, industrial equipment automation controls, instrumentation, and SMART meters. The new semiconductor technology is an id
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06/15/2020
PSDwebinar Power Panel: Standing out from the Crowd
PSDwebinar Power Panel: Standing out from the Crowd
Standing out from the Crowd! A deeper look into GaN & SiC products Hosted by Power Systems Design, featuring Cree, Power Integrations, United SiC, Analog Devices, and Infineon Now wide bandgap materials are established in the marketplace and being deployed in many applications, manufacturers are looking for ways
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06/11/2020
The World's First 008004 MLCC with 0.1µF Capacitance
The World's First 008004 MLCC with 0.1µF Capacitance
Murata Electronics announced the availability of the GRM011R60J104M, the world’s first multi-layer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) that features a maximum capacitance of 0.1µF in a 008004 (0.25×0.125mm) package. The solution also delivers a capacitance tolerance of ±20 percent, usage temperature range of -55°C to
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06/06/2020
Propelling FPGA-based Processor Design with New IP Ecosystem
Propelling FPGA-based Processor Design with New IP Ecosystem
Lattice Semiconductor Corporation announced Lattice Propel, a new software solution designed to accelerate development of unique applications based on low power, small form factor Lattice FPGAs.  The design environment will empower developers of any skill level to quickly and easily design Lattice FPGA-based ap
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06/04/2020
PSDcast – Cooking the World's Fastest Pizza

Kanthal, which specializes in industrial heating technology, designed an oven that uses electromagnetic radiation to cook a whole pizza in 37 seconds, a world record.

PSDcast – Cooking the World's Fastest Pizza
One of the topics we cover on a regular basis is “thermal management,” and normally that means waste heat or cooling off electromechanical systems, but if we take it to the consumer side, it could refer to this neat story that crossed my desk about the world’s fastest pizza ... 
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06/03/2020
Automotive Exterior Lighting Solutions

Figure 1. Power Consumption Characteristics Comparison

Automotive Exterior Lighting Solutions
Stefan Drouzas, Senior Application Marketing Manager, ROHM Semiconductor GmbH

Changing exterior lamps from bulbs to LEDs makes it possible to achieve smaller, thinner light sources, allowing more manufacturers to improve lamp design. To improve design, it is necessary to increase LED output while reducing the power consumption of the LED drive control circuit along with size. At the same ti
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06/01/2020
Low EMI, Silent Switcher, 1.2 A µModule Regulator in 4 mm × 4 mm × 1.82 mm BGA Package

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Figure 1. The LTM8074 uses Silent Switcher architecture for a complete low noise solution in a tiny package.

Low EMI, Silent Switcher, 1.2 A µModule Regulator in 4 mm × 4 mm × 1.82 mm BGA Package
Austin Luan, Analog Devices, Inc.

Crowded application boards leave little space for high performance DC-to-DC POL converters. Furthermore, electromagnetic interference (EMI) is a significant concern at high component densities, limiting the field of acceptable power solutions. The LTM8074 µModule regulator easily meets these limiting factors. It
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06/01/2020
DALI-2 and D4i Certifications Add Features and Benefits

DALI-2 Tunable White

DALI-2 and D4i Certifications Add Features and Benefits
Tim Whitaker, DiiA

DALI (Digital Addressable Lighting Interface) protocol is a mainstream dedicated protocol for digital lighting control that enables the easy installation of robust, scalable and flexible lighting networks. The protocol, or language, is based on bi-directional digital communication between lighting-control products. Th
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06/01/2020
Batteries Can Spark Problems, Right Chemistry is the Answer

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Figure 1. Saft's Xcelion battery line uses proprietary materials and design to produce enhanced safety and performance

Batteries Can Spark Problems, Right Chemistry is the Answer
Scott Ferguson, Global Xcelion Product Manager, Saft

Poor battery system design can hurt business and consumers. Several high-profile battery failures in recent years caused fires and expensive recalls. Batteries in Samsung’s Galaxy Note 7 experienced overheating ultimately linked to a battery defect. The resulting fires and explosions sparked two recalls a
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Date:
06/01/2020
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