Industrial

    October 2024
    Würth Elektronik Expands its FPC Connector Family

    WR-FPC connector with gold-plated contacts
    Image source: Würth Elektronik

    ­The selection of connectors for flat flexible cables (FFC) and flexible printed circuits (FPC) from Würth Elektronik is getting even larger. The manufacturer of electronic and electromechanical components now offers WR-FPC ZIF connectors (Zero Insertion Force) with locking mechanism, and featuring go
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    Date:
    10/30/2024
    SEGGER's Ozone Offers Enhanced Debugging with RISC-V Semihosting

    SEGGER's Ozone Offers Enhanced Debugging with RISC-V Semihosting

    ­SEGGER has expanded the capabilities of its debugger and performance analyzer, Ozone, by adding semihosting support for debugging RISC-V applications. This feature now enables RISC-V developers to use I/O to perform debugging tasks on the embedded system directly accessible by the host system, without the
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    Date:
    10/28/2024
    Toshiba Releases TCKE9 Series Compact Electronic Fuses for High-Voltage Power Management Applications

    Toshiba Releases TCKE9 Series Compact Electronic Fuses for High-Voltage Power Management Applications

    ­Toshiba Electronics Europe GmbH (“Toshiba”) has launched 2 new products to its electronic fuse (eFuse IC) offering. The TCKE903NL and TCKE905ANA products are reusable, thereby reducing maintenance costs and recovery time for equipment repairs, and support various functions to protect power supply line ci
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    Date:
    10/25/2024
    AMADA WELD TECH Offers Ready-to-Integrate Laser Welding Packages

    AMADA WELD TECH Offers Ready-to-Integrate Laser Welding Packages

    ­AMADA WELD TECH, Inc., a leading manufacturer of welding, marking, cutting, sealing, and bonding equipment and systems, announces the availability of a range of ready-to-integrate laser welding packages designed to simplify integration into a larger automation line. This new offering expands upon th
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    Date:
    10/25/2024
    Vacuum Interrupters Introduces RVI-WL-35925A Replacement Vacuum Interrupter

    Vacuum Interrupters Introduces RVI-WL-35925A Replacement Vacuum Interrupter

    ­Vacuum Interrupters, a leading manufacturer of replacement vacuum interrupters, pole assemblies, parts, and components for medium-voltage vacuum circuit breakers and contactors, introduces the RVI-WL-35925A replacement vacuum interrupter. This direct fit-and-function replacement unit for the Powel
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    Date:
    10/23/2024
    ProTek Devices’ New Set of TVS Devices Deliver MIL-STD Grade Circuit Protection in Aircrafts

    ProTek Devices’ New Set of TVS Devices Deliver MIL-STD Grade Circuit Protection in Aircrafts

    ­ProTek Devices has introduced a new set of transient voltage suppressors (TVS) primarily for 28 volt aircraft circuit protection applications, such as DC power supply protection. For this effort, the TVS devices meet standards compliance for MIL-STD-704 and MIL-STD-19500, in addition to being RTCA DO-160G st
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    Date:
    10/22/2024
    Renesas Introduces New RX261/RX260 Group MCUs with Outstanding Power Efficiency, Advanced Touch Functions and Robust Security

    Renesas Introduces New RX261/RX260 Group MCUs with Outstanding Power Efficiency, Advanced Touch Functions and Robust Security

    ­Renesas Electronics Corporation introduced the RX261 and RX260 microcontroller (MCU) Groups. The new 64 MHz MCUs deliver outstanding power efficiency of only 69μA/MHz during active operation and 1μA in standby mode. They also enable designers to easily implement water-resistant capacitive touch sen
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    Date:
    10/22/2024
    Melexis Launches World's First 60W Single-Coil Sensorless BLDC Driver

    Melexis Launches World's First 60W Single-Coil Sensorless BLDC Driver

    ­Melexis announces the MLX90416, a 24V/60W sensorless single-coil BLDC driver specifically designed for motor, fan and pump applications across both consumer electronics and industrial domains. At present, many consumer and industrial devices, including electric fans, air purifiers, vacuum cleaners, water pump
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    Date:
    10/18/2024
    AC/DC Flyback Controllers from Nexperia Enable Higher Power Density GaN-Based Flyback Converters

    AC/DC Flyback Controllers from Nexperia Enable Higher Power Density GaN-Based Flyback Converters

    ­Nexperia introduced a new series of AC/DC flyback controllers as the latest additions to its continuously expanding portfolio of power ICs. The NEX806/8xx and NEX8180x are designed for GaN-based flyback converters in devices such as power delivery (PD) chargers, adapters, wall sockets, strip sockets, industrial powe
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    Date:
    10/18/2024
    Switchgear Market Size Worth $155.28 Billion, Globally, by 2031

    Switchgear Market Size Worth $155.28 Billion, Globally, by 2031

    ­According to a new comprehensive report from The Insight Partners, “Global Switchgear Market Size and Forecast (2021 - 2031), Global and Regional Share, Trend, and Growth Opportunity Analysis Report Coverage: By Insulation (Gas-Insulated Switchgear Market, Air-Insulated Switchgear Market, and Others), Voltage (L
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    Date:
    10/17/2024
    PSDcast – Dealing with Cosmic Radiation

    Dr. Martin Schulz from Littelfuse

    ­Cosmic radiation is a phenomenon of increasing importance. First discovered in 1912 by Victor Hess and with its first true influence on power electronics being observed in 1990, it can cause a plethora of issues. And here to discuss it is our old friend from Littelfuse, Dr. Martin Schulz.
    Date:
    10/16/2024
    Microchip Releases 20 Advanced Wi-Fi Products for Industrial and Commercial Applications

    Microchip Releases 20 Advanced Wi-Fi Products for Industrial and Commercial Applications

    With Industry 4.0, the rapid rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI), digitized manufacturing and the age of IoT everything, the demand for wireless connectivity in commercial and industrial applications is growing at an exceptional pace. These applications typically require reliable connectivity that can withstand ex
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    Date:
    10/15/2024
    Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Announces Application-Specific EZBuck Regulator Designed to Power Intel Arrow Lake Platform

    Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Announces Application-Specific EZBuck Regulator Designed to Power Intel Arrow Lake Platform

    ­Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited (AOS) announced its new application-specific EZBuck™ Regulator. The highly integrated, compact, and high-power-density AOZ23567QI Constant On-Time Buck Converter offers an upgraded solution that is designed to support VCCPRIM_VNNAON rails in the Intel Arrow La
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    Date:
    10/09/2024
    Moxa Launches Rugged MPC-3000 Family Panel Computers for Reliable Operation in Harsh Industrial Environments

    Moxa MPC-3000 panel PCs, powered by Intel Atom® x6000E processors, offer exceptional versatility with six distinct series that feature screen sizes ranging from 7 inches to 15.6 inches

    ­Moxa Inc., a leader in industrial communications and networking, announces the launch of its MPC-3000 Series panel computers. Designed to address the diverse needs of industrial environments, the MPC-3000 panel computers offer a range of screen sizes, a robust feature set, and industry certifications aimed at
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    Date:
    10/09/2024
    USB Type C Connectors Line Adds New Waterproof and Power-Only Models

    USB Type C Connectors Line Adds New Waterproof and Power-Only Models

    ­Same Sky’s Interconnect Group announced the continued expansion of its USB Type C connectors line with a range of new waterproof and power-only models. The UJ family now offers waterproof USB receptacles with IPX5, IPX6, IPX7, or IPX8 ratings, making them ideal for applications wh
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    Date:
    10/08/2024
    TDK Offers CeraLink Chip Capacitors for use in Applications with 800 V Bus Voltage

    TDK Offers CeraLink Chip Capacitors for use in Applications with 800 V Bus Voltage

    ­TDK Corporation has expanded its line of CeraLink capacitor series B58043 in the EIA 2220 footprint by adding two new 900 V types – one with standard termination (B58043I9563M052) and one with soft termination (B58043E9563M052). As electric vehicles with 800 V battery voltage are becoming more po
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    Date:
    10/08/2024
    Bourns Adds Two Very High Current GDT Models to its High Energy GDT Family for AC and DC Power Line Designs

    Bourns® Model GDT225EX and GDT230E High Energy GDT Series

    ­Bourns, Inc., a leading manufacturer and supplier of electronic components for power, protection, and sensing solutions, today announced the addition of two very high current 2-electrode gas discharge tube (GDT) series to its high energy GDT family. The Bourns® Model GDT225EX and GDT230E Series ar
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    Date:
    10/07/2024
    Authorized Distributor Mouser Electronics Stocks Wide Selection of Power, Protection and Connection Solutions from Bel Companies

    Authorized Distributor Mouser Electronics Stocks Wide Selection of Power, Protection and Connection Solutions from Bel Companies

    Mouser Electronics, Inc., the authorized global distributor with the newest electronic components and industrial automation products, is an authorized global distributor of products from Bel, an industry leader in the design and manufacture of products that power, protect, and connect electronic circuits. Since 20
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    Date:
    10/04/2024
    engon has Launched a new, Improved Machine Coupler for Excavators in the Size 20-30 Tons

    engon has Launched a new, Improved Machine Coupler for Excavators in the Size 20-30 Tons

    ­engcon the leading, global manufacturer of tiltrotators, quick couplers and accessories for excavators, is constantly working to improve its products, with the end customer always in focus. As another step forward to enhance the end customer experience, engcon is now launching a new, improved machine coupler si
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    Date:
    10/03/2024
    STMicroelectronics Reveals Page EEPROM Two-in-One Memory to Boost Smart-Edge Performance and Efficiency

    STMicroelectronics Reveals Page EEPROM Two-in-One Memory to Boost Smart-Edge Performance and Efficiency

    ­STMicroelectronics’ Page EEPROM combines the power efficiency and durability of an EEPROM with the capacity and speed of a Flash memory, creating a hybrid memory for applications that face extreme size and power constraints. The new memories address growing demand for storage in embedded applications, needed to
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    Date:
    10/02/2024
    Bourns Introduces Low Profile, High Creepage Isolation Transformer for Gate Drive and High Voltage Battery Management Systems

    Bourns® Model HVMA03F4A-LP8S Series Low Profile, High Creepage Isolation Transformer

    ­Bourns, Inc., a leading manufacturer and supplier of electronic components for power, protection, and sensing solutions introduced a new AEC-Q200 compliant, automotive grade, low profile, high creepage isolation transformer. The Bourns® Model HVMA03F4A-LP8S Series flyback transformer is designed to
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    Date:
    10/02/2024
    Eggtronic Launches Evaluation Board for High-Efficiency, High-Frequency Wireless Power Transfer

    Eggtronic Launches Evaluation Board for High-Efficiency, High-Frequency Wireless Power Transfer

    ­Eggtronic has unveiled a new evaluation board that allows engineers to quickly develop and prototype ultra-efficient, low-component count wireless power transfer designs for low-power applications.  The WaveEgg Low-Power (LP) EVB is built on Eggtronic’s proprietary, high-frequency WaveEgg arc
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    Date:
    10/02/2024
    Accurate, Low Power Remote Sensing Ideas

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    Figure 1: Simple battery voltage sense

    ­The remote sensing examples shown here feature high reliability, easy connectivity, and very low power. These circuits target industrial settings that require robust communications and minimal battery maintenance. The solutions combine recent advances in low power, high precision amplification with comparably lo
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    Date:
    10/01/2024
    150W/200W DC-DC Converters Offer Ultra-Wide 12:1 Input Range for Ultimate Flexibility

    150W/200W DC-DC Converters Offer Ultra-Wide 12:1 Input Range for Ultimate Flexibility

    ­XP Power has just released two new series of baseplate cooled DC-DC brick converters with power ratings of 150W and 200W. The new RDF series modules incorporate an ultra-wide input voltage (nominally 72VDC) that covers 14-160VDC. These new modules are intended for applications that rely on multiple power sources, or
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    Date:
    10/01/2024
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