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November 2021
Power Supplies Offer Superior Performance and Reliability
Power Supplies Offer Superior Performance and Reliability
SL Power Electronics (SLPE) announces the launch of the NGB SERIES of high power density convection rated AC-DC power supplies. Intended for applications including medical, industrial, audio broadcast and LED lighting the NGB series offers a wealth of application relevant features and is availa
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Date:
11/24/2021

Deeper Defense Against Cyber Attacks

Industrial control systems that are widely used to monitor and operate factories and critical infrastructure have largely moved online, making them more vulnerable to cyberattacks.

Deeper Defense Against Cyber Attacks
KING ABDULLAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (KAUST)

To address the growing threat of cyberattacks on industrial control systems, a KAUST team including Fouzi Harrou, Wu Wang and led by Ying Sun has developed an improved method for detecting malicious intrusions. Internet-based industrial control systems are widely used to monitor and operate factories and criti
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Date:
11/23/2021
High Isolation DC/DC Converter for Railway Applications
High Isolation DC/DC Converter for Railway Applications
RHKW/RHDW series are high performance DC/DC converters with 3000VAC reinforced isolation with 4.5 mm clearance/ creeping distances for safety critical application. This next generation of board mountable DC/DC converters has been designed especially for the demanding, ruggedized railway and industrial applications. The series consis
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Date:
11/19/2021
A Unique 2 x MOPP Medical-Grade 60W DC/DC Converter
A Unique 2 x MOPP Medical-Grade 60W DC/DC Converter
MPQ60W series is a high-performance DC/DC converter widely used in medical and homecare applications, such as: laser treatment, electrosurgical systems, physiotherapy chairs, medical aesthetic, endoscopic devices, patient monitoring, drug delivery, C-arms, defibrillation and air ambulance, etc. This series is
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Date:
11/19/2021
Commercial IHSR High Temperature Inductor Delivers Ultra Low DCR
Commercial IHSR High Temperature Inductor Delivers Ultra Low DCR
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. introduced a new commercial IHSR high temperature inductor in the 7.4 mm by 6.6 mm by 3.0 mm 2525 case size. Designed for multi-phase, high current power supplies and filters, the Vishay Dale IHSR-2525CZ-51 offers a 50 % reduction in DCR over typical power inductors, excellent in
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Date:
11/17/2021
Polymer Tantalum Chip Capacitors for Harsh Operating Conditions
Polymer Tantalum Chip Capacitors for Harsh Operating Conditions
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. introduced a new series of vPolyTan surface-mount polymer tantalum molded chip capacitors designed to deliver reliable performance in high temperature, high humidity operating conditions.  Vishay Polytech T50 series capacitors feature a robust design with improved
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Date:
11/15/2021
Common Mode Choke Series for DC Power Line Applications
Common Mode Choke Series for DC Power Line Applications
Bourns, Inc., announced its new automotive grade, AEC-Q200 compliant SRF7035A Common Mode Choke Series designed to support high voltage and current in DC power line applications. There are five impedance ratings with voltages up to 80 VDC and current up to 5 A. This gives designers additional fl
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Date:
11/15/2021
TE Connectivity M12 D-Code to RJ45 Cordsets in Stock at TTI
TE Connectivity M12 D-Code to RJ45 Cordsets in Stock at TTI
TTI, Inc., is now stocking a wide selection of TE Connectivity M12 D-Code to RJ45 Cordset solutions. TE Connectivity’s M12 Ethernet Cat5e communication package is now being extended by introducing the female configurations as well as the D-code to RJ45 Cordsets. The extended 4-pole D-Coded Cordsets comply wi
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Date:
11/15/2021
Phoenix Contact 4th Gen QUINT DC/DC Converters in Stock at TTI
Phoenix Contact 4th Gen QUINT DC/DC Converters in Stock at TTI
TTI, Inc., announces the availability of Phoenix Contact's 4th Gen QUINT DC/DC Converters with Conformal Coating from TTI. The newest QUINT DC/DC Converters from Phoenix Contact feature conformal coating for protection in harsh environments. The converters have been approved for use in ATEX, IECEx and Class I
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Date:
11/15/2021
Key Factors in Selecting a DIN Rail Power Solution

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Figure 1: DIN Rail Power Supply

Key Factors in Selecting a DIN Rail Power Solution
Don Baldwin, Technical Support Manager, Sager Power Systems

According to data compiled by Statista, the factory automation and industrial controls market amounted to approximately $164 billion in 2017 and is expected to grow to $262 billion by 2023. This increasing need for industrial automation has been driven by several circumstances, including the growing popularity of
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Date:
11/12/2021
PSDcast – Powercast Shows off RF Wireless Charging Applications

Powercast COO and CTO, Dr. Charles Greene.

PSDcast – Powercast Shows off RF Wireless Charging Applications
Just recently, Powercast put out the “Powered by Powercast” video series, where they show real-world examples of their over-the-air RF wireless charging technology, and we’re going to discuss that series, and one application in particular, today.
Date:
11/12/2021
The Industry's First 40 Gbps Differential Switch
The Industry's First 40 Gbps Differential Switch
Menlo Microsystems, Inc. (Menlo Micro), announced the formal qualification and production release of the MM5600.  This new product is a unique double-pole/double-throw (DPDT) switch providing the industry’s highest performance and data rates for high-speed differential switching applications, including nex
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Date:
11/11/2021
Infineon Joins FiRa Consortium as Contributor Member
Infineon Joins FiRa Consortium as Contributor Member
FiRa is an organization that is dedicated to developing and disseminating ultra-wideband (UWB) technology for secured fine ranging and positioning capabilities in a wide range of applications. UWB devices are designed to accurately and securely determine the position of other devices. Infineon says it will make use
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Date:
11/09/2021
Haptic Feedback Actuator Offers High Force Density
Haptic Feedback Actuator Offers High Force Density
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. introduced a new customizable haptic feedback actuator for touchscreens, joysticks, and touch switch panels in commercial applications. Offering a compact, two-piece construction with mounting holes for easy installation and direct application of force, the Vishay Custom Magnetics IHPT-1411AF-AB0 delivers hi
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Date:
11/08/2021
PSDcast – Qorvo Acquires UnitedSiC and Expands their Reach Dramatically

The former president and CEO of UnitedSiC, and Qorvo’s new general manager of Power Device Solutions, Dr. Chris Dries.

PSDcast – Qorvo Acquires UnitedSiC and Expands their Reach Dramatically
Two of the leading players in our industry just made a bombshell announcement – Qorvo, a leading provider of RF solutions, acquired United Silicon Carbide, a leading manufacturer of SiC power semiconductors.
Date:
11/05/2021
Qorvo® Acquires United Silicon Carbide (UnitedSiC), a Leading Provider of Silicon Carbide Power Semiconductors
Qorvo® Acquires United Silicon Carbide (UnitedSiC), a Leading Provider of Silicon Carbide Power Semiconductors
November 4, 2021– Qorvo® (Nasdaq: QRVO), a leading provider of innovative RF solutions that connect the world, has announced that it has acquired Princeton, New Jersey-based United Silicon Carbide (UnitedSiC), a leading manufacturer of silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductors. The acquisition of United Silicon
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Date:
11/04/2021
Wireless Systems Simplify IoT Connectivity for Industrial Equipment
Wireless Systems Simplify IoT Connectivity for Industrial Equipment
Sensata Technologies announced the availability of its new Industrial Wireless Systems. Sensata’s broad offering makes it easier for digital transformation leaders, automation engineers and plant managers to implement scalable, cost-effective connectivity to their equipment. Wireless networks eliminate
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Date:
11/04/2021
Stackpole Releases Automotive-Grade Chip Resistors
Stackpole Releases Automotive-Grade Chip Resistors
Electronics that require high reliability are no longer confined to military, aerospace, medical, or automotive market sectors. Many types of electronic end products now demand the higher reliability provided by automotive grade resistors. Automotive grade resistors offer increased reliability without the high
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Date:
11/04/2021
Buck/Boost Converter Maintains Industry's Lowest Quiescent Current
Buck/Boost Converter Maintains Industry's Lowest Quiescent Current
Texas Instruments (TI) introduced a new bidirectional buck/boost converter with an ultra-low quiescent current (IQ) of 60 nA – one-third the IQ of competing boost converters. The TPS61094 buck/boost converter integrates a buck mode for supercapacitor charging while providing ultra-low IQ, enabling engineers to
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Date:
11/04/2021
High Efficiency Schottky Barrier Diodes for Automotive Applications
High Efficiency Schottky Barrier Diodes for Automotive Applications
ROHM Semiconductor announced its expanded portfolio of Schottky barrier diodes (SBDs) with 24 new compact, high efficiency models (12 RBR series and 12 RBQ series). These devices – 178 in total – are ideal for protection and rectification circuits in automotive, industrial equipment, an
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Date:
11/04/2021
Entering the Final Quarter with Motors and Optimism
Entering the Final Quarter with Motors and Optimism
Jason Lomberg, North American Editor, PSD

As you read this, we’ve surpassed the spooky part of the year, and we’re rapidly approaching the grandaddy of all gluttonous feasts and a holiday where a jolly fat man squeezes down your chimney to deliver gifts. And despite COVID stubbornly sticking around, like that freeloading uncle over the holidays,
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Date:
11/01/2021
Dual-Channel, 42 V, 4 A Monolithic Synchronous Step-Down Silent Switcher 2 with 6.2 μA Quiescent Current

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Figure 1. 7.5 V/4 A and 3.3 V/4 A outputs feature fast transient response

Dual-Channel, 42 V, 4 A Monolithic Synchronous Step-Down Silent Switcher 2 with 6.2 μA Quiescent Current
Hua (Walker) Bai, Analog Devices, Inc.

The LT8650S42 V, dual-channel, 4 A synchronous Silent Switcher 2 regulator features a wide input voltage range of 3 V to 42 V, ideal for automotive, industrial, and other step-down applications. Its quiescent current is only 6.2µA with the outputs in regulation — a critical feature in automotive environments wh
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Date:
11/01/2021
TLVR High Voltage Considerations

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Figure 1: TLVR schematic

TLVR High Voltage Considerations
Alexandr Ikriannikov, Distinguished MTS, Applications at Maxim Integrated

Since TLVR is a relatively new development, particular details and properties are still being studied. This article focuses on the transient behavior of TLVR, which affects isolation requirements for the magnetics, as well as isolation and safety considerations for the whole motherboard. TLVR and Transient
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Date:
11/01/2021
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