Industrial

    March 2013
    Microsemi, a leading provider of semiconductor solutions differentiated by power, security, reliability and performance, announced the availability of more than a dozen new devices in its new generation
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    03/28/2013
    Power Partners and SmartSenseCom are developing the Intelligent Distribution Transformer (IDT) using sensing technology licensed from the U.S. Navy. At the ABB Automation & Power World conference
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    03/26/2013
    SoC with integrated digital isolation supports 60W and 90W PoE apps
    Akros Silicon announced the immediate availability of the AS1860, the newest member of the company's GreenEdgeâ„¢ family of system-on-a-chip (SoC) energy management ICs. The AS1860, equipped with
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    03/25/2013
    Ten-amp, 1200V Silicon Carbide Schottky Rectifier offers improved high-temperature performance
    Central Semiconductor has released the CSIC10-1200 , 10 Amp, 1200 Volt silicon carbide Schottky rectifier designed for high frequency systems where energy efficiency and thermal performance are critical
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    03/22/2013
    FCI, a leading manufacturer of power connectors and interconnect systems, has unveiled a series of power distribution systems that provide exceptional performance with repeatable accuracy at APEC
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    03/21/2013
    Ultracap modules address needs of automotive, wind, industrial and hybrid bus industries
    Ioxus, a manufacturer of performance ultracapacitor technology for transportation, alternative energy, medical, industrial and consumer product markets, today unveiled three new modules: the iMODTM
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    03/20/2013
    Vicor introduces user-defined, high-performance VI Chip PRM Modules at APEC 2013
    At this year's APEC 2013 power conference and exhibition, Vicor unveiled new user-configurability capabilities for its high-performance VI Chip® PRM® modules. The new PowerBench tool suite equips
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    03/18/2013
    International Rectifier, a leader in power management technology, announced the enhancement of its Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) selection tool that enables design optimization in a
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    03/15/2013
    Redefining hardware and software companies
    The lines that distinguish a software company from a hardware company are becoming blurred. Whether it is on the assembly floor of an automotive plant or in a data center that powers Facebook,
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    03/15/2013
    GaN-on-silicon power devices first to be JEDEC qualified
    Transphorm announced the Total GaNTM family of GaN (Gallium Nitride)-on-silicon transistors and diodes, presenting it as the world's first JEDEC-qualified 600 V GaN device platform.
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    03/14/2013
    UPS targets enterprise apps
    Huawei, a leading information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider, has announced the launch of UPS5000-E, its latest uninterrupted power supply (UPS) system. Featuring high efficiency,
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    03/14/2013
    Cree unveils second-generation 1200V SiC MOSFET
    Cree announces the release of its second generation SiC MOSFET enabling systems to have higher efficiency and smaller size at cost parity with silicon-based solutions. These new 1200V MOSFETs deliver
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    03/13/2013
    Using Uninterruptible Power Supplies in harsh environments

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    When used in a controlled temperature environment ranging from 0?C to 40?C (32?F to 104?F) any domestically available on-line UPS should meet the requirement, as most have been tested and approved
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    03/12/2013
    eGaN FETs improve performance in industrial POL converters

    Figure 1: Conventional vertical power loop PCB layout (a) Side view (b) MOSFET top view (c) eGaN FET top view

    Designers of point of load (POL) converters used in 24 VDC systems traditionally have had to decide between the high cost of an isolated converter and the low frequency and efficiency of a buck
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    03/12/2013
    Manufacturers are increasingly focusing their efforts on energy conservation. This trend is reflected in the growing emphasis on both renewable energy and energy efficiency measures to reduce the
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    03/12/2013
    SNMP-enabled 33.6W PoE Midspan extends PoE up to 200m
    Rated IP67 for harsh environment applications such as enhanced security systems, the POE33S-1AT-N single-output outdoor midspan from Phihong can drive Power-over-Ethernet IEEE802.3at compliant applications
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    03/11/2013
    Low-Profile family of AC/DC and DC/DC supplies offer array of options
    Boasting a height of only 1.7 inches, a family of low-profile AC/DC and DC/DC Power Supplies from Acopian are available with new options to enhance their functionality. The UL recognized, CE certified
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    03/11/2013
    Through-hole power MOSFETs tout cost-effectiveness
    Advanced Power Electronics, a leading Taiwanese manufacturer of MOS power semiconductors for DC-DC power conversion applications, launched a new series of power MOSFETs in the popular TO-92 through-hole
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    03/11/2013
    Richardson RFPD announced the launch of a new website resource focused exclusively on Silicon carbide technology for energy and power applications. Silicon carbide (SiC) offers significant advantages
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    03/11/2013
    Industrial power opportunities in 2013 and beyond

    Ryan Sanderson, Associate Director, Power Management and Conversion, IMS Research

    In 2012, demand from industrial applications reduced heavily in the second half of the year. With many uncertainties still surrounding global economic conditions, suppliers to this sector remain apprehensive
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    03/09/2013
    The VBM-360 family of baseplate-cooled compact ac-dc power supplies from CUI offers a high power density of 14.8 W/in3, providing 355 W in an industry standard footprint. The space-saving power
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    03/08/2013
    Synchronous buck regulators integrate high-side and low-side MOSFETs for smaller, less expensive single- and multi-output power supplies
    Texas Instruments introduced three 48-V synchronous buck regulators with integrated high-side and low-side MOSFETs for single- and multi-output power supplies. The 650-mA LM25017, 300-mA LM25018 and
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    03/08/2013
    Mouser Electronics announced the availability of Microchip's MCP19111, presented as the world's first hybrid, mixed-signal power-management controller, integrating a PWM controller with a Flash-based
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    03/08/2013
    Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton has launched a new website for its power quality business in the EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) region. The site provides IT managers, system integrators,
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    03/08/2013
    MLCC series brings significant capacitance increase to large case sizes
    Syfer's newest product family, the StackiCap series of large-size, high-voltage X7R Multilayer Chip Capacitors, is now available from TTI Inc, a leading specialist distributor of passive, discrete,
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    03/07/2013
    Panel-mount LEDs intended for power indication
    Wilbrecht LEDCO introduces bipolar LEDs in its range of panel mount LED's, in varied housing styles for front- or rear-panel mounting in response to international demand. The pre-wired assembly of
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    03/07/2013
    Fanless AC-DC power system delivers 1300 W of continuous power
    Enabling system designers to forego fan and forced-air cooling in power systems, a conduction-cooled version of the Vicor high-efficiency Westcorâ„¢ MicroPACâ„¢ thermally-optimized, noise-free
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    03/07/2013
    Showcasing cutting-edge cloud application engineering solutions for analog and digital power management applications, Transim will have an exhibit at the 2013 Applied Power Electronics Conference
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    03/07/2013
    Vishay Intertechnology announced its technology lineup for the Applied Power Electronics Conference and Exposition (APEC) 2013, taking place March 17-21 in Long Beach, Calif. In booth 113, Hall
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    03/07/2013
    Sixth-generation 600V IGBTs improve hard-switching efficiency
    Now available from TTI, Toshiba's sixth generation IGBT technology offers improved switching loss/conduction loss trade off for increased efficiency and improved performance. This has been incorporated
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    03/06/2013
    High-temperature 1200V/10A SiC MOSFET operates at up to +225�C
    CISSOID, a leader in high-temperature semiconductor solutions, introduced CHT-NEPTUNE, a high-voltage power switch in TO-257 package, suitable for power converters and motor drives guaranteed for
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    03/05/2013
    Analog Devices, a global leader in high-performance signal processing technology, and Bourns, a leading manufacturer and supplier of electronic components, introduced what is presented as the industry's
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    03/04/2013
    Gate drivers target IGBT and SiC FET designs
    Texas Instruments introduced what is presented as the industry's first 35-V, single-channel, output stage power management gate drivers for insulated-gate bipolar transistors (IGBTs) and silicon carbide
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    03/01/2013
    Vicor announced the expansion of its award-winning Picor Cool-Power® ZVS Buck Regulator product line for high efficiency point-of-load DC-DC regulation. Optimized for 12 V operation (8 V to 18 Vin),
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    Date:
    03/01/2013
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