Industrial

    January 2017
    Two leaders in the design and manufacturing of connectors for electronic products announced a Dual Source Alliance (DSA) agreement to each produce a new generation of high-speed input/output (I/O) and backplane connectors, and cable assemblies for data communications applications. Molex and TE Connectivity
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    01/31/2017
    Ideal Power collaborates with global innovator of power conversion products

    Ideal Power announced their most recent partnership with leading manufacturer of AC-DC and DC-DC power conversion, P-Duke Power

    Ideal Power announced their most recent partnership with leading manufacturer of AC-DC and DC-DC power conversion, P-Duke Power. The company is renowned for providing highly certified power products, services and solutions to such markets as Medical, Rail, Industrial, Communications and Semi-Conductor equipment on
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    01/31/2017
    SDG&E claims breakthrough GenCell fuel cell tech

    GenCell G5rx

     GenCell, the Israel-based fuel cell developer and manufacturer, has announced a strategic partnership with San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E), a leading North American energy company. The San Diego-based energy company has been working alongside GenCell over the last year to test how fuel cells can co
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    01/31/2017
    Traco releases THN 15WIR Series ruggedized 15 Watt DC/DC converters

    THN 15WIR Series ruggedized 15 Watt DC/DC converter

    The THN 15WIR series from Traco Electronic is a family of ruggedized 15 Watt DC/DC converters for highest reliability in harsh environments. The converters have an increased resistance against electromagnetic interference, shock/vibration and thermal shock. The approvals according to standards EN 50155 and
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    01/30/2017
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    The ROHM Arduino-based EVK allows rapid evaluation and prototyping of stepper motor systems

    Combining ultra-precise control with long operating life, stepper motors have become a critical building block in motion-based applications ranging from white goods to factory automation and robotics to printers and point-of-sale equipment. For the designer, the challenge is to ensure the best combination of pe
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    01/30/2017
    Piezoelectric elements have traditionally been used primarily in applications in the audio industry, operating in the human audio range (nominally 100 Hz to 18 kHz). However, subsequent improvements in device characteristics have extended their usefulness into markets which demand much-higher performance. For ex
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    01/30/2017
    DC-DC converter modules have been around a long time and can be found in most power conversion stages of virtually every application today. As their use evolved to changing application requirements so did the design approach used to construct them. One of these trends meant that in order to preserve conversio
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    01/28/2017
    The ability to make consistent measurements of RF or microwave power levels is vital to developing effective radio systems and networks. This article explores how different approaches affect the resultant measurements. The test case compares various approaches to making average power measurements of contin
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    01/28/2017
    Lots of things are currently changing: Digital transformation is in full swing, changing our daily lives and demanding new business models. Many countries are facing economic and social challenges. Let’s look at how this effects distribution and what companies like Rutronik are doing to continue to move forward in
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    01/28/2017
    Powerbox's breakthrough coreless power conversion tech addresses high magnetic-field apps

    GB350 coreless buck-converter module

    Powerbox, a leading power supply company and force for four decades in optimizing power solutions for demanding applications, has announced the release of its new coreless technology platform to power medical and industrial equipment operating in very high magnetic field environments such as magnetic resonance im
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    01/27/2017
    Vishay's fourth-gen 600 V E series power MOSFET lowers conduction, switching losses

    Vishay Siliconix n-channel SiHP065N60E

    Vishay Intertechnology introduced the first device in its fourth generation of 600 V E Series power MOSFETs. Providing high efficiency for telecom, industrial, and enterprise power supply applications, the Vishay Siliconix n-channel SiHP065N60E slashes on-resistance by 30 % compared with previous 600 V E Series MO
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    01/26/2017
    Stackpole launches carbon composition axial-leaded resistors

    RC Series carbon composition axial leaded resistors

    The RC Series of carbon composition axial-leaded resistors is an outstanding choice for high speed or high energy pulse handling requirements. The large mass of the carbon resistive element efficiently dissipates high energy surge events while the almost negligible inductance allows for higher switching speeds th
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    01/25/2017
    The PCIM Europe Conference 2017 takes place from 16 – 18 May 2017, and covers with its conference program a wide range of topics including recent developments in power semiconductors, passive components, thermal management products, energy storage, sensors and new materials. The comprehensive offer ranges fr
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    01/25/2017
    Recom's latest 2W DC/DC converters use less than 1/3 square inches

    RTC2 series modules

    The new 2W RTC2 series modules from RECOM come in a six-pin SMD open-frame package with a footprint of less than 1/3 of a square inch. The 2:1 inputs voltage ranges of 4.5 to 9VDC or 18 to 36VDC can handle up to 15VDC and 50VDC respectively for up to 100ms. The converters are insulated up to 3kVDC/1s, and reach effi
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    01/25/2017
    MicroPower Direct launches high-isolation, +15V/-8V  DC/DC converter for IGBT apps

    IG275E series miniature DC/DC converter

    Available now from MicroPower Direct, the IG275E series is a family of miniature DC/DC converter. They are designed specifically to provide the asynchronous output voltage levels required to properly bias the gate drive of IGBT semiconductors. Three models operate from 12, 15 or 24 VDC input bus voltages, providing
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    01/23/2017
    IAR Systems appoints director of corporate development

    Anders Holmberg

    IAR Systems, a leading provider of software tools and services for embedded development, announces that the company has appointed Anders Holmberg as Director of Corporate Development. This new role at IAR Systems will focus on the planning and execution of strategies to meet the company’s increased ambitions fo
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    01/20/2017
    PSDcast -  Eaton's Nick Klus on their Switching Device Flex Center

    Eaton's Nick Klus

    In this PSDcast Eaton's Nick Klus talks to Alix Paultre of Power Systems Design on their Switching Device Flex Center, an engineering solution development service. Eaton's Switching Device Flex Center designs and modifies safety switches, enclosed circuit breakers, and rotary disconnects for needs that are not met
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    01/19/2017
    Lenze, a leader and manufacturer of electrical and mechanical drive, motion control and automation technologies, recently announced the appointment of Ralph Rosa as president of Lenze Americas. “More than ever, Lenze’s motion centric applications and solutions expertise can make a real difference for machine bu
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    01/19/2017
    Vincotech launches new IPM claims deepest integration of any power module

    flow1C-general

    Vincotech, a supplier of module-based solutions for power electronics, announced the launch of a new, deeply integrated Intelligent Power Module for 1200 V applications. The flowIPM 1C CIB 1200 V achieves the deepest level of integration of any power module available on the market today to drive down systems' cos
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    01/17/2017
    Rogers Corporation’s Power Electronics Solutions (PES) group will once again contribute to one of the world’s largest events for photonic products and technologies: the upcoming SPIE Photonics West Conference and Exhibition. The conference and exhibition is scheduled for January 28 through February 2, 2017 in
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    01/17/2017
    Infineon's 700 V CoolMOS P7 family serves quasi-resonant flyback topologies

    700 V CoolMOS P7

    Infineon Technologies developed the new 700 V CoolMOS P7 family to serve today’s and tomorrow’s trends in quasi resonant flyback topologies. These new MOSFETs offer unmatched performance improvements compared to currently used superjunction technologies. Soft switching topologies like smart phone and tablet ch
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    Date:
    01/17/2017
    Allegro's A3916 low-voltage bipolar stepper needs only four external components

    A3916 dual DMOS full-bridge motor driver

    Allegro MicroSystems Europe's A3916 low voltage bipolar stepper or dual DC motor driver IC is designed for pulse-width-modulated (PWM) control of low-voltage stepper motors or dual DC motors using just four external components, and is capable of output currents up to 1 A per channel and operating voltages from 2.7
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    01/17/2017
    AptoVision, Aquantia, Christie Digital, NETGEAR, Sony and ZeeVee announced that they have formed the SDVoE Alliance to standardize the adoption of Ethernet to transport AV signals in professional AV environments, and to create an ecosystem around SDVoE technology that allows software to define AV applications.
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    01/12/2017
     Maxim’s MAX17242/17243 DC-DC synchronous buck converters now at Mouser

    MAX17242/MAX17243 step-down DC-DC converters

    Mouser Electronics, a leading New Product Introduction (NPI) distributor with the widest selection of semiconductors and electronic components, is now stocking MAX17242/MAX17243 step-down DC-DC converters from Maxim Integrated. These high-efficiency, synchronous converters with integrated MOSFETs help minimize ext
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    01/11/2017
    MINMAX launches cost-optimized 10W DIP DC-DC converter

    MIW10 series

    MINMAX announced the new MIW10 series of 10W Isolated / Regulated DC-DC Converters in the small 24 pin DIP package measuring only 1.25 x 0.80 x 0.40” where space is critical. The MIW10 family of dc-dc converters consists of 21 models offering 9-18 / 18-36 / 36-75 VDC Input Ranges with single and dual output
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    01/10/2017
    Wolfspeed introduces new SiC MOSFET for EV drivetrains

    SiC 900V, 10mΩ MOSFET

    Wolfspeed, a Cree Company and a leader in silicon carbide (SiC) power products, has introduced a 900V, 10mΩ MOSFET rated for 196 A of continuous drain current at a case temperature of 25°C. This device enables the reduction of EV drive-train inverter losses by 78 percent based on EPA combined city/highway mil
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    01/10/2017
    Vishay's tiny 1500W bi-directional SMT PAR transient voltage suppressors now at TT

    Vishay TPC11CA to TPC36CA Surface Mount TVS

    The industry’s first bi-directional 1500W surface-mount PAR transient voltage suppressors (TVS) in a low-profile eSMP® SMPC (TO-277A) package are now available in Europe at TTI, Inc., a world leading specialist distributor of electronic components. Vishay TPCxxCA Series devices have a low profile of typically ju
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    01/09/2017
    PSDcast - Charlie Swiontek of Murata on the Architects of Modern Power

    Charlie Swiontek

    In this PSDcast, Charlie Swiontek of Murata talks to Alix Paulttre of Power Systems Design about the Architects of Modern Power consortium. Architects of Modern Power is a strategic partnership between CUI, Ericsson, and Murata  that will enable the power design community to benefit from world-class te
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    01/06/2017
    The Energy Department (DOE) and the Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA-NIFA) jointly announced $22.7 million today to support the optimization of integrated biorefineries (IBR). DOE is providing majority funding with up to $19.8 million and USDA-NIFA is providing up to
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    01/06/2017
    Stackpole adds 6W current-sense chip resistor

    CSRF Series of foil on ceramic carrier current sense chips

    Stackpole's popular CSRF Series of foil on ceramic carrier current sense chips have added a robust 2043 size part rated for 6 watts of power. The 2043 chip size has terminations on the longer edge of the chip which allows it to handle higher currents with lower thermal resistance and exceptional TCR of 50 ppm. The
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    01/04/2017
    Microsemi, a leading provider of semiconductor solutions differentiated by power, security, reliability and performance, announced the availability of two new versions of its transient voltage suppressor (TVS) devices in its patented plastic large area device (PLAD) package. The 18-kilowatt (kW) MPLAD18KP and 36
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    01/04/2017
    Volta Power Systems has secured a new facility to meet growing demand for their lithium ion power systems. The new 7,800-square-foot manufacturing space is located at 11253 James Street in Holland. Volta Power Systems manufactures turn-key lithium ion energy storage systems for recreational vehicles, marine ap
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    01/04/2017
    RS Components introduces Raspberry Pi easy-to-solder prototyping board

    RS Pro solder-tag board

    RS Components, the trading brand of Electrocomponents, a distributor for engineers, has launched a 40-pin solder-tag board for the highly popular Raspberry Pi credit-card sized computer board. Exclusively available from RS, the new RS Pro solder-tag board is ideal for electronics engineers developing prototypes ba
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    Date:
    01/03/2017
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