Product News

May 2016
Powerbox's latest high-power-density low-profile DC/DC converters empower IoT in automotive applications

PRBX Automotive Line: ENA100 – ENA200

Powerbox, one of Europe’s largest power supply companies and a leading force in optimizing power solutions for demanding applications, announces the launch of a new series of power supplies for automotive applications and on-board Internet of Things (IoT). Based on a highly integrated components platform and lo
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Date:
05/31/2016
TDK's encapsulated medical supplies have Class II input

KMS-A series pcb mount power supplies

TDK announced the introduction of the KMS-A series of single output, medically-certified 15W - 60W encapsulated power supplies. With a Class II input, the products require no earth ground connection, making them ideal for use in a range of medical, dental and home healthcare. They are also suitable for broadcast, te
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Date:
05/31/2016
Intersil claims highest-performance laser driver for automotive heads-up displays

ISL78365 laser diode driver

Intersil, a leading provider of innovative power management and precision analog solutions, announced the ISL78365 laser diode driver for automotive heads-up display (HUD) systems. The highly integrated device pulses four high intensity lasers up to 750mA for projecting full-HD color video onto the windshield at
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Date:
05/31/2016
Maxim claims first stand-alone fuel gauge with SHA-256 authentication

ModelGauge m5

Implementing pack-side battery gauges in portable devices is now easier and more secure with the ModelGauge m5 portfolio of MAX17201/MAX17205 and MAX17211/MAX17215 from Maxim Integrated Products. Fuel gauging can be difficult because battery voltage varies with temperature and load, while coulomb-counting requires soph
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Date:
05/31/2016
Linear's 150V low IQ inverting synchronous DC/DC controller uses a single inductor

LTC3896, a high-voltage inverting switching regulator controller

Linear Technology introduced the LTC3896, a high-voltage inverting switching regulator controller that drives an all N-channel synchronous power MOSFET stage. Most low to medium power inverting DC/DC converters utilize a coupled inductor or transformer. However, the LTC3896 uses only a single inductor and converts a 4
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Date:
05/25/2016
TI's latest SWIFT converter claims industry’s highest power density

TPS54A20 SWIFT synchronous DC/DC converter functional block diagram

Texas Instruments introduced the industry’s first 12-V, 10-A, 10-MHz series-capacitor buck converter that achieves more than 50 A/cm3 in current density, which is four times higher than any other 12 V power management component or solution available today. The unique topology of the TPS54A20 SWIFT synchronous DC/D
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Date:
05/23/2016
At this year's Intersolar exhibition KOSTAL is introducing two new functions for three-phase PIKO string and battery inverters. A new shadow management feature, part of the PIKO smart optimisation concept, ensures maximum yield from partially shaded PV systems, providing better flexibility. Especially advantageo
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05/23/2016
Lattice claims first programmable ASSP (pASSP) interface bridge

Lattice CrossLink programmable bridging device

Lattice Semiconductor, a leading provider of customizable smart connectivity solutions, announced the industry’s first Lattice CrossLink programmable bridging device that supports leading protocols for mobile image sensors and displays. Systems with embedded cameras and displays often do not have the right ty
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05/23/2016
Allegro launches quad DMOS full bridge PWM motor driver IC

A5988 Quad DMOS full-bridge driver IC

Allegro MicroSystems announced a new quad DMOS full-bridge driver IC capable of driving up to two stepper motors or four DC motors. Each full-bridge output is rated up to 1.6 A and 40 V. The A5988 includes fixed off-time pulse-width modulation (PWM) current regulators, along with 2- bit nonlinear DACs (digital-to-analog co
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Date:
05/23/2016
Toshiba’s 2nd-gen SiC Schottky diodes significantly improve current density and surge current ratings

SiC Schottky barrier diode

Toshiba Electronics Europe has unveiled Schottky barrier diodes (SBDs) based on the company’s second-generation silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductor technology. These SBDs deliver current densities up to 50% higher than first generation devices and can handle significantly higher forward surge currents. Use of SiC se
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Date:
05/19/2016
Keysight's new high-current low-noise filter extends power source’s output to 500 mA

High-current ultra low noise filter for the B2961A and B2962A 6.5 Digit Low Noise Power Source

Keysight Technologies introduced a new high current ultra low noise filter for the B2961A and B2962A 6.5 Digit Low Noise Power Source that can supply up to 500 mA while maintaining 10 µVrms and 1nVrms/√Hz (at 10 kHz) noise performance. With a starting price of less than $10K, the B2961A and B2962A are the wor
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Date:
05/18/2016
MicroPower Direct's latest converters target space-constrained apps

MI1000ERU series 10W DC/DC converter

The MI1000ERU series, a family of 10W DC/DC converters, is now available from MicroPower Direct. These high performance power converters are designed to provide the model selection, long field reliability, economy and high performance features required for a wide variety space critical applications. Twenty models ope
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Date:
05/18/2016
Analog Devices' AD7768 8-Channel, 24-Bit, simultaneous sampling ADC now at Mouser

AD7768 8-Channel, 24-Bit, Simultaneous Sampling ADC

Mouser Electronics, is now stocking the AD7768 24-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) from Analog Devices. The 8-channel, simultaneous sampling ADC features a sigma-delta modulator and digital filter per channel, enabling the device to perform synchronized sampling of both AC and DC signals and allowing it to
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Date:
05/18/2016
Ampleon's latest GaN RF transistors empower solutions for mobile broadband

CLF2H27LS-140 single-ended transistor

Ampleon announced its second generation of 50 Volts 0.5 um GaN on SiC RF power transistors, dedicated for mobile broadband applications. Providing a 5 % improvement in power efficiency compared to LDMOS-based devices, and enabling high-power multiband applications, this GaN family also offers a size reduction in
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Date:
05/17/2016
Fairchild, a leading supplier of high-performance semiconductor solutions, is expanding its portfolio of automotive-grade semiconductor solutions for hybrid electric vehicles (HEV), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) and electric vehicles (EV) with its new discrete and bare die IGBTs and diodes. These IGBTs an
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Date:
05/17/2016
High power-factor buck LED driver meets international retrofit lamp requirements

AL1676 universal AC-input LED driver

Designed to meet or exceed worldwide power-factor regulations for non-dimmable retrofit LED bulbs and tube lighting, the AL1676 universal AC-input LED driver introduced by Diodes Incorporated provides a design that also delivers high efficiency and a low BOM cost. Options for the integrated MOSFET allow for 30
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Date:
05/17/2016
Orion's latest programmable EC fans offer savings & performance benefits

EC Series fan

Orion Fans has developed a family of Electronically Commutated (EC) fans that offer a low power, dual speed, energy-efficient cooling solution. Designed for large, power hungry equipment, the EC Series fan speed settings can be pre-programmed at the factory to simplify installation and deliver even more power sa
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Date:
05/17/2016
Toshiba increases current capability of their high-voltage intelligent power devices

TPD4207F HV-IPD

Toshiba Electronics Europe has expanded its HV-IPD (high-voltage intelligent power device) line-up with a 600V, 5.0A part for PWM control of BLDC motors. The TPD4207F will simplify the implementation of high-efficiency BLDC applications ranging from home appliances to industrial pumps and fans. The TPD4207F
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Date:
05/17/2016
UltraSoC announced the latest version of its advanced semiconductor IP and software tools for SoC development, debug, optimization and hardware security. The latest release in UltraSoC’s continuous development program includes extended support for data analytics and visualization, improved performance monitoring an
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Date:
05/16/2016
XP Power's latest encapsulated converters offer chassis or DIN-rail mounting

DTE series fully-encapsulated single-output DC-DC converters

XP Power announced the DTE series of fully-encapsulated single-output DC/DC converters. The series comprises three ultra wide input voltage range models offering 20 (DTE20), 40 (DTE40) and 60 Watts (DTE60) output power. The units are available in either a chassis mount or a DIN rail format, offering flexibility to
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Date:
05/16/2016
Acopian's 288W narrow-profile DC/DC regulated supply series now UL, CE and RoHS compliant

Narrow Profile Series of DC-DC Regulated Power Supplies

Acopian Power Supplies, a leader in the design, manufacturing and distribution of standard, modified-standard and custom power supplies, announced that their Narrow Profile DC-DC Regulated Power Supply Series is certified to UL 60950 (Information Technology Equipment) and UL 508 (Industrial Control Equipment) Sa
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Date:
05/14/2016
Tech Power Electronics extends nanocrystalline current-sense transformer range

Nanocrystalline current-sense transformers

Tech Power Electronics announces the release of three new nanocrystalline current sense transformers SCTN20, SCTN30, SCTN70. They are designed for power electronic applications which require a highly-accurate current measurement.  In comparison with other soft magnetic materials, nanocrystalline alloys is
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Date:
05/09/2016
Stockwell Elastomerics' reinforced conductive silicone rubber gaskets now have new materials

Stockwell Elastomerics announced the availability of new materials SNE-556-R and SNE-540-R, nickel-graphite filled silicone rubber with fabric reinforcement

Stockwell Elastomerics announced the availability of new materials SNE-556-R and SNE-540-R, nickel-graphite filled silicone rubber with fabric reinforcement that can be die cut or water jet cut into EMI shielding gaskets with narrow cross sections. SNE-556-R is a 65 durometer conductive silicone used for EMI a
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Date:
05/09/2016
Astute Electronics, a leading supplier of electronic components and value added services, is taking miniaturisation to a new level with the C&K PTS830 series of SMT top-actuated switches with a high actuation force of up to 450gf. They provide reliable switching for wearable electronics, portable wireless de
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Date:
05/06/2016
IDT’s F197x digital step attenuators now available from Mouser

IDT F1975 and F1977 Digital Step Attenuators

Mouser Electronics is now stocking the F197x 75-Ohm digital step attenuators from Integrated Device Technology (IDT). IDT F197x digital step attenuators (DSAs) are the newest additions to IDT’s Glitch-Free family of radio frequency (RF) silicon solutions. The F197x devices are ideal for applications such as ca
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Date:
05/06/2016
Micropower Direct unveils compact, 8W, isolated MiniDIP DC/DC converters

MG800xRW series

Available immediately from MicroPower Direct, the MG800xRW series provides 8W of output power in a space saving MiniDIP package. They are specifically designed to provide the compact size, high power density, I/O isolation and model selection required by a wide range of space-critical board-level applications. Twenty one models
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Date:
05/06/2016
Electronics distributor Newark element14, together with components manufacturer Eaton, is launching a custom design service for electrical rocker switches. The new Custom Switches program offers the ability to create tailor-made Eaton NGR and SVR Rocker Switches in a variety of colors with custom logos and imaging.
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Date:
05/06/2016
Infineon to launch iMotion modular application design kit at PCIM

iMotion Modular Application Design Kit

At PCIM, Infineon Technologies will launch its iMotion Modular Application Design Kit (MADK). The compact and flexible evaluation system provides a scalable design platform for 3-phase motor drives in the range from 20W to 300W. It includes controller and power boards – sensor-less or optionally with sensors. Using the kit,
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Date:
05/05/2016
Wuerth Elektronik eiSos expands its family of FPC connectors

WR-FPC back-lock dual-contact ZIF plug-in connector

There are many interesting applications for flexible printed circuits and flat-flex cables, but there’s one problem they all have in common: FFCs and FPCs need a reliable connector base. Wuerth Elektronik eiSos has now extended its family of WR-FPC products by a back-lock dual-contact ZIF plug-in connector. The simple-to
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Date:
05/04/2016
TI’s 65-V micro-power buck converters claim industry’s lowest quiescent current

65-V, 150-mA synchronous DC/DC buck converters

Texas Instruments introduced two 65-V, 150-mA synchronous DC/DC buck converters with the industry’s lowest 10.5-uA quiescent current (IQ) for powering factory automation and automotive sensor applications requiring high efficiency. The industrial-grade LM5165 and automotive-grade LM5165-Q1 micro-power step-down reg
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Date:
05/04/2016
FuturoLighting's latest smart LED controller targets smart homes

Catherina CTRL smart LED controller

FuturoLighting introduced a smart LED controller called the Catherina CTRL. This controller has implemented movement, ambient sensors as well as dimming, fading, day/night detection, corridor delay and intensity adjustment. It has compact dimensions of 55x55x14 mm and pass to each new or existing kitchen or roo
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Date:
05/03/2016
RS Components (RS), the trading brand of Electrocomponents and a distributor for engineers, has announced worldwide availability of the new XMC Digital Power Explorer Kit from Infineon. The kit was created for analogue power supply designers and embedded software programmers to help accelerate their learning in
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Date:
05/03/2016
Allegro launches 1MHz bandwidth Hall-based current sensor IC

ACS730 Hall-effect current sensor IC

Allegro MicroSystems Europe announced its first-ever 1MHz bandwidth Hall-effect current sensor IC with a lightning fast 210 ns response time. The ACS730 provides an economical and precise solution for AC or DC current sensing. Allegro’s ACS730 is targeted at industrial, commercial, and communications systems. Ty
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Date:
05/03/2016
Artesyn's cost-effective, long-life DIN Rail supplies suit industrial apps

ADNB DIN rail power supply family

Artesyn Embedded Technologies announced the ADNB series, a cost-effective addition to its DIN rail power supply family, that offers high efficiency, reliability and long life for a wide range of industrial applications. With power ratings of 40, 60 and 96 W, the new ADNB series is ideal for applications such as
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Date:
05/03/2016
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