Click image to enlarge: Avago Technologies specifies the ACPL-M49U, -K49U, -M71U, and -M72U optocouplers over the extended temperature range of -40 to +125°C.
Avago Technologies has announced its ACPL-M49U ACPL-K49U, ACPL-M71U, and ACPL-M72U digital optocouplers, which are new additions to its R2Coupler family. These optocouplers provide a wider
Click image to enlarge: The new C5183 PSS controller enables a new generation of lower cost, high performance USB chargers for rapid charging of smartphones with extended battery lives, media tablets, and other universal-input applications rated above 8 W.
CamSemi has announced the first of a new family of PSS (primary side sensing) fast start flyback controllers to offer the cost, performance, and end-user benefits of integrated start-up.
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Texas Instruments has introduced two 3.5-A step-down DC-DC converters with an integrated MOSFET and industry-leading reference accuracy of 1%. The 60-V TPS54360 and 42-V TPS54340 buck regulators operate
Ironwood Electronics has announced their new wear-resistant HBT sockets for test applications. The HBT socket has etched spring pins with outside springs that provide robust connections for test applications
Click image to enlarge: The SKYPER 42 LJ dual-channel driver reliably controls IGBT modules up to 1,000 A with a maximum switching frequency of 100 kHz.
To increase the efficiency of inverters up to 400 kW, circuit topologies are developed that are optimized for specific applications. However, interleaved, multilevel, and parallel circuits that improve
Click image to enlarge: Tecate Group's UL-recognized and IEC 60384-1 compliant AC safety capacitors for X and Y class applications include MLCC and radial-box form factors.
Tecate Group has announced their extensive offering of AC safety capacitors for X and Y class applications. Tecate's X and Y safety-capacitor portfolio consists of the TYPE CMX MLCC (multi-layer ceramic
Following the announcement of its XTRM product family (?60 to 230 °C) of high-temperature and extreme reliability electronics components, X-REL has announced the availability of new products belonging
Click image to enlarge: The 256-channel ADAS1256 digital X-ray AFE integrates the charge-to-digital conversion signal chain, integrating low-noise charge amplifiers, correlated double samplers, and 16-bit ADCs.
Analog Devices has introduced a highly integrated digital X-ray AFE (analog front end) that combines low-noise performance in multiple power-mode options with high image quality. The 256-channel ADAS1256
Click image to enlarge: Four omnipolar Hall-effect switches from Diodes Incorporated offer sensitivities to match magnetic field strengths in proximity- and position-detection applications and typically consume just 24 μW with a 3-V supply.
Diodes Incorporated has announced four omnipolar Hall-effect switches offering sensitivities to match closely the magnetic field strengths used in proximity- and position-detection duties in a variety
LEM's HLSR series Hall-effect current sensors measure AC, DC, or pulsed currents with nominal values of 10, 20, 32, 40, or 50 A RMS. The devices achieve a response time of only 2.5 μsec and operate over a temperature range of ?40 to 105 °C.
LEM has introduced its new HLSR series of current transducers that provide a cost-effective and technically superior alternative to resistive-shunt/optocoupler configurations for insulated current
Mitsubishi Electric has introduced its 6th generation MPD (mega-power dual) IGBT modules for use in power converters such as large-capacity photovoltaic and wind-power generation systems and other
XP Power has announced the ECP60 series of compact low profile 60 Watt AC-DC power supplies. Highly efficient, these units typically 88% efficiency, measure just 101.6 x 50.8 x 30.4 mm (4 x 2 x 1.20
Click image to enlarge: IGBTs based on Toshiba's new 6th generation process exhibit lower VCE(sat) conduction losses and reduced EON and EOFF switching losses.
TEE (Toshiba Electronics Europe) has announced a sixth generation IGBT technology that offers improved switching- and conduction-loss trade off for increased efficiency and improved performance. The
PEAK electronics has expanded its proven AC-DC power supplies PPM with power ratings of 2 to 20 W with one new powerful 60-W converter module, the PPM60. Depending on the type, the PPM60 module delivers
Microsemi has introduced a new family of 1200 V SiC Schottky diodes. The new diodes are targeted at a wide range of industrial applications including solar inverters, welders, plasma cutters, fast
Click image to enlarge: Atmel has announced the ATA664151 and ATA664251 LIN family for automotive switch-scan applications and in-vehicle ambient-lighting control.
Atmel has announced the availability of a new LIN family for automotive switch-scan applications and in-vehicle ambient-lighting control. The new devices, Atmel's ATA664151 and ATA664251, include
Everlight Electronics has announced their highly efficient white mid-power LED series 62-227B (400-mW) and 62-217B (500-mW). These top view LEDs in 5630 packages, provide high efficacy, high CRI (color-rendering
Click image to enlarge: While the application waits for events, the BL600-series surface-mount module is in very low power mode consuming less than 10 μA. The module features an integrated antenna or option for external antenna, and provides a 95-dB link budget.
Nordic Semiconductor has announces that U.K. ODM, Laird Technologies, has developed a fully-approved programmable Bluetooth low-energy module. The module enables developers to use BASIC language syntax
Click image to enlarge: CUI's NDM2Z-series modules, available in 12-, 25-, and 50-A versions, are pin and function compatible with the 3E POL BMR46X series from Ericsson Power Modules
CUI has announced a new family of digital PoL DC-DC modules that deliver over 95% peak efficiency in applications employing a distributed power architecture. The modules, available in 12-, 25-, and
Atmel Corporation, the microcontroller and touch technology manufacturer has announced the ATmegaRFR2 AVR family of devices, its next-generation ULP (ultra-low power) single-chip wireless solution
International Rectifier, power management technology leader, has introduced a new generation of IGBT (Gate Bipolar Transistor) technology platform. Gen8 (Generation 8) 1200V IGBT platform uses
Click image to enlarge: SD-series Schottky-barrier rectifier diodes are available in a range of voltages, spanning 20 to 200 V with current ratings from 0.1 to 8 A.
AVX has introduced a new series of Schottky-barrier rectifier diodes uniquely packaged as leadless chips. Eliminating the standard lead-frame wire bond provides the chip with top-bottom symmetry,
Click image to enlarge: The MIC4414 and MIC4415 low-side N-channel MOSFET drivers can sink and source peak currents up to 1.5 A and can switch 1000-pF loads in 12 ns.
Micrel has introduced the MIC4414 and MIC4415, two low-side MOSFET drivers designed to switch an N-Channel enhancement-mode MOSFET in low-side applications. The devices are well suited for switch-mode
C&K Components has developed the KLT series of top-actuated pico switches. Employing a small 1.4-mm dome within a patented new type of switch structure that represents a significant reduction in size
Murata has announced the ULS series of Murata Power Solutions 100-W fully regulated DC-DC converters for distributed- or intermediate-bus power architectures. Delivering up to 100 W from an industry
Nextreme Thermal Solutions has announced a new series of thin-film thermoelectric modules that offer higher cooling capacity, robust mechanical design, and source-matched heat-flux density for easier
Click image to enlarge: The LCM300 has a power density of 6.86 W/in3 and will be available with 12-, 15-, 24-, 36-, and 48-V outputs trimmable to ±20%.
Emerson Network Power has launched two new models in the popular LCM series of AC-DC power supplies, known for providing high efficiency and reliability at a competitive cost. With the addition of
Excelsys Technologies have announced the introduction of the XF series of high-reliability, ruggedised AC-DC power supplies intended for harsh environments including Mil-COTS applications.
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Honeywell Sensing and Control has announced that it has launched a wide range of industrial sensors and switches at Electronica 2012. This includes Honeywell HumidIcon sensors, which combine both
Figure 1: Unit shipments ï½ Wireless power transmitters and Receivers. Unit growth profile ï½ 2011 to 2021 (m). Source: IMS Research, August 2012 (Click image to enlarge)
Joshua Israelsohn, Editor-in-Chief, Power Systems Design
Wireless charging is in its nascencyâ€"barely a blip compared to projections of what is to come according to IHS IMS Research (figure 1). Although there are several technical approaches
IAR Systems has launched a complete integration of JTAGjet-Trace into the development tool suite IAR Embedded Workbench for ARM. Thanks to the new full integration, IAR Embedded Workbench users gain
Linear Technology has introduced the LTC2945, a wide range I2C system monitor that monitors the current, voltage, and power of any 0- to 80-V rail. In many cases, prior power monitoring
RF Solutions has unveiled a new family of radio transceivers taking advantage of advanced silicon integration to deliver unprecedented data rates and communication range among board-mount modules
STMicroelectronics is working to help avoid dropped calls and increase battery life with a new range of highly miniaturized adaptive devices that dynamically optimize handset antenna performance.
Silicon Labs' new Si7005 digital relative-humidity and temperature SoC combines a mixed-signal IC manufactured on standard CMOS with a proven technique of measuring humidity using a polymer dielectric
Click image to enlarge: The new AL and AS series RF inductors span an inductance range from 1.65 to 538 nH and provide current handling from 1.6 to 4.4 A.
AVX has expanded its RF product line with the development of two new air-core RF-inductor series. Available in a wide variety of sizes and inductances, the new AL and AS series RF inductors feature
Click image to enlarge: HFE1600-32 AC-DC power supplies can operate individually or up to five units can mount into a dedicated 1U rack delivering 8 kW.
TDK has announced the extension of its TDK-Lambda HFE1600 range of 1.6-kW high-density, front-end power supplies with the addition of a 32-V model. Particularly well-suited for use in broadcast applications,
Click image to enlarge: Ericsson's Digital Power Designer software is free of charge and can reduce time-to-market, total cost of ownership, and energy consumption.
Ericsson has unveiled an advanced toolkit that provides board-power designers with highly advanced software to configure, implement, and monitor power-conversion devicesfrom a single unit to a complete
ITT's Interconnect Solutions has developed a new lightweight VEAM rectangular plastic connector for mass-transit applications. A replacement for the relatively large and heavy metal connectors previously
Konecranes has introduced two speed-control options, Extended Speed Range and Adaptive Speed Range for overhead lifting equipment motors for the power industry, as cost-effective options to achieve
Click image to enlarge: The MVAC250 and the MVAC400 comply with the UL60601-1 3rd-edition medical safety standard, the IEC60950/UL60950 safety specifications, and EN55022 standard for conducted emissions.
Murata has introduced the MVAC series of highly efficient, 3" x 5" open frame AC-DC power supplies from Murata Power Solutions. Suitable for use in a wide variety of industrial factory automation,
Click image to enlarge: Precision, high-voltage multicell battery-stack monitor with high noise immunity, isolated, bidirectional SPI communications up to 100 m
Linear Technology has announced the LTC6804 high-voltage battery monitor for hybrid electric and electric vehicles, and other high-voltage, stacked-battery systems. An LTC6804 can measure up to 12
ULP (Ultra Low Power ) RF specialist Nordic Semiconductor ASA announce that the U.S. medical device company, Hollywog, has launched the world's first remote controlled consumer muscle stimulator
TI's new FRAM-based MSP430FR59xx microcontrollers based on Wolverine technology enable developers to add flexibility, performance and battery life to a variety of applications and anticipated applications
Farnell element14, the multi-channel distributor of electronic components, part of the Premier Farnell group, has launched its latest interactive catalogue, featuring over 190,000 products, designed