Product News

June 2019
Bear Begins Producing Second-Gen Custom Medical Power Supply
Phelps, NY – Bear Power Supplies has begun production of a second-generation dual-output medical AC-DC converter that it designed for a leading global producer of medical instruments. Bear Power Supplies’ US-based contract electronics design team developed the second-generation power supply to increase e
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06/28/2019
Cross Reference Tool Includes over 20,000 Mersen Crosses
NEWBURYPORT, MA - Mersen Electrical Power is excited to announce that a new enhanced cross reference tool is now available on ep.mersen.com. This robust cross reference was created using reference data from Mersen Technical Services and includes over 20,000 Mersen crosses. This easy-to-use tool can be accessed via the Se
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06/28/2019
10 Watt DC/DC Converter in Ultra-Compact DIP-16 Package
San Jose, Calif. - TRACO POWER has announced the release of their TEL10 series of 10 watt DC/DC converters in the DIP-16 package measuring 0.94 x 0.54 x 0.31", the series sets the new standard for 10 watt power density with 3.83 W/cm3. Approved to UL62368-1 & UL60950, the TEL10 are economical solutions for
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06/28/2019
700V and 600V Super Junction MOSFETs in 300mm Fab
SUNNYVALE, Calif. – Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited (AOS) announced the release of700V and 600V αMOS5 Super Junction MOSFET families in 300mm technologies. αMOS5 is AOS’ latest generation of high voltage MOSFET, designed to meet the high efficiency and high-density needs for Quick Charger, Adapter, P
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06/28/2019
AC-DC Cassette Converters for Rugged Industrial Applications
Santa Clara, CA - Bel Power Solutions announced their Melcher LR Series 300 W AC-DC cassette converters, which are designed for railway and rugged industrial applications. These new LR Series products are an enhancement to Bel Power Solutions’ existing broad range of 19" cassette power supplies, ideal for
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06/27/2019
SMD Bridge Rectifier Helps Save Manufacturing Assembly Costs
Taiwan Semiconductor Co., Ltd. (TSC) has announced the introduction of SMD bridge rectifier – TBS series. SMD bridge rectifier – TBS series (TBS406, TBS408, TBS410, TBS606, TBS608, TBS610) is designed to optimize higher power application and prevents arcing problems through increased creepage distance wi
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06/27/2019
Gate-Driver System for IGBT & SiC Dual Power Modules
San Jose, Calif. – Power Integrations announced the SCALE-iFlex gate-driver system for IGBT, hybrid and silicon-carbide (SiC) MOSFET  power modules with blocking voltages from 1.7 kV to 4.5 kV. The system consists of a central Isolated Master Control (IMC) and one to four Module-Adapted Gate Drivers (MAGs)
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06/27/2019
Digital Power Analyzer Simplifies Power Measurements
Irvine, CA – Adaptive Power Systems Inc. (APS) is introducing a new, single channel digital power analyzer aimed at AC and DC power measurements. These new power analyzer address a wide range of product development and test needs for single phase powered consumer and industrial products as well as DC powered eq
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06/27/2019
Adaptive Power Systems' Screen-Operated Power Analyzer
Irvine, CA – Adaptive Power Systems Inc. (APS) is introducing a new, multi-channel digital power analyzer aimed at single and multi-phase AC or DC power measurements.  These new power analyzers address a wide range of product development and test needs for a wide range of consumer and industrial products as
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06/27/2019
Touchscreen Controllers Increase Signal-to-Noise Ratio
CHANDLER, Ariz. — To address electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) challenges faced by developers of automotive touchscreens, three new maXTouch touchscreen controllers and optimization services are now available from Microchip Technology Inc. . The TD family of
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06/27/2019
LIDAR Offerings to Accelerate Future of Autonomous Driving
NORWOOD, Mass. -- Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI) announced a collaboration with First Sensor AG to develop products aimed at speeding the launch of autonomous sensing technology serving unmanned automotive, aerial and underwater vehicles in transportation, smart agriculture, industrial manufacturing and other industries. As
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06/26/2019
Component Enhances 5G/LTE Smartphone Battery Life
SEOUL, South Korea and SAN JOSE, Calif.-- MagnaChip Semiconductor Corporation announced a new low-Rss(on)* LV (Low Voltage) MOSFET with reduced chip size for smartphone battery PCMs (Protection Circuit Modules). Extended life and increased protection for batteries in high-end LTE and 5G smartphones are bec
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06/26/2019
Varistors Offer Ultra-High Surge Capability to 13 kA
MALVERN, Pa. — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. introduced a new series of VDR metal oxide varistors (MOV) certified for operation up to +125 °C in accordance with UL 1449 edition 4, VDE/IEC 61051-1/2. Designed to provide overvoltage and transient voltage protection in consumer goods and industrial applications, the
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06/26/2019
Molex Adds New Mid-Power MultiCat Power Connector Versions
LISLE, IL – Molex introduces 8- and 20-circuit mid-power versions to the MultiCat Power Connector System with Precision-Machined Contacts. This system provides superior durability and can be mated quickly and ensures proper connection via connector position assurance, making it effective in multiple industry c
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06/26/2019
SiC MOSFET Gate Drivers Feature Advanced Active Clamping
Power Integrations SIC1182K SCALE-iDriver SiC MOSFET Gate Drivers are single channel drivers with advanced active clamping. These MOSFET drivers feature up to ±8A peak gate output current and integrated FluxLink technology that provides up to 1200V reinforced isolation. The SIC1182K drivers are suitable fo
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06/25/2019
Non-Silicone-Based TIM for Burn-in and Test
Indium Corporation has added to its line of thermal interface materials (TIMs) with the introduction of HSMF-OS, a non-silicone based metal/polymer material designed for burn-in and test applications. HSMF-OS is designed for high insertion capability. Its high tensile strength and soft compliant polymer backing al
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06/25/2019
Data Aggregation Platform for Automotive Industry
Fremont, California – Excelfore announces the eDatX platform for big-data-driven AI (Artificial Intelligence) learning in fields of error detection, predictive analytics, and advanced algorithm development. The eDatX platform seamlessly integrate with eSync Compliant automotive OTA and data gathering pip
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06/25/2019
Diode Intended for CAN Bus and Automotive Circuit Protection
ProTek Devices has introduced a new circuit protection diode to shield CAN Bus and other automotive subsystem designs from electrostatic discharge and other electrical fast transient damage. The ESD protection level is rated at > 25 kilovolts. The PESD2402 is designed to protect two signal data lines fro
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06/25/2019
Variable Drive Series for Roughness and Contour Measurements
PROVIDENCE, RI –  Mahr Inc. announced the addition of the variable-drive MarSurf VD series, which enables roughness and contour measurements to be performed on the same machine. The operator can easily and quickly change between a high-precision roughness probe system or a highly dynamic contour probe sy
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06/25/2019
Negative Linear Regulator Features 0.8 µV RMS Noise
Low dropout (LDO) linear regulators have been widely used in noise-sensitive applications for decades. Nevertheless, noise requirements have become tougher to meet as the latest precision sensors, high speed and high resolution data converters (ADCs and DACs), and frequency synthesizers (PLLs/VCOs) challenge conve
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06/25/2019
Boost Converter Powers High Current LEDs

A 32 V, 2 A LT3762 boost LED driver.

    High power LEDs continue to proliferate in modern lighting systems, spanning automotive headlights, industrial/commercial signage, architectural lighting, and a variety of consumer electronics applications. The industry’s transition toward LED technology is driven by the distinct adv
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06/25/2019
μModule Regulator with Programmable Compensation
FPGA boards, as well as prototype, testing, and measurement applications demand versatile and high density power solutions. The LTM4678 is a dual 25 A or single 50 A µModule regulator with digital power system management (PSM) in a small 16 mm × 16 mm footprint. It features: Dual digitally adjustable
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06/25/2019
The First Clock Buffers to Meet DB2000Q/QL Standards
CHANDLER, Ariz. — As data centers migrate to greater bandwidth and faster infrastructure, the need for higher performance timing devices becomes critical. Four new 20-output differential clock buffers that exceed PCIe Gen 5 jitter standards for next-generation data center applications are now available from
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06/25/2019
Ultra-Compact Earthquake Detection Sensor Module
Kyoto and Santa Clara, Calif. –  ROHM announced the availability of an ultra-compact high accuracy seismic detection sensor module, BP3901, which is ideal for applications requiring reliable earthquake detection, such as automatic doors, unmanned transport vehicles, and smart meters. Functions for accur
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06/25/2019
12A Buck Converter Designed for Ultra-Compact PCB Layout
Silanna Semiconductor announced its highly integrated SZPL8216A family of synchronous point-of-load (PoL) buck converters. These DC/DC buck converters integrate the functions of the DC/DC constant-on-time (COT) controller, output gate drivers and output power blocks all in one compact 3mmx4mm QFN package to deli
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06/25/2019
Transphorm Strengthens 900 V GaN Portfolio with Second FET
GOLETA, Calif.— Transphorm Inc. introduced its second 900 V FET, the Gen III TP90H050WS, enhancing the industry’s only 900 V GaN product line. These devices now enable three-phase industrial systems and higher voltage automotive electronics to leverage GaN’s speed, efficiency and power density. Further, t
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06/25/2019
Tantalum Nitride Chips Offer Robust Humidity Withstanding
RALEIGH, NC – The RTAN Series from Stackpole withstands biased humidity testing at 85 degree C, 85% relative humidity, 10% rated power with very little resistance shift. In addition, the RTAN anti-sulfur materials and design is such that it will pass the rigorous ANSI / EIA-977 (method A) standard sulfur test,
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06/24/2019
Laird Thermal Systems Expands SuperCool Series
Laird Thermal Systems has expanded its SuperCool Series product offering with the development of three high performance ultra-compact Peltier Cooler assemblies. The space-saving SuperCool Series is designed for applications that require high cooling capacities in tight space constraints such as chambers in medica
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06/24/2019
DC-AC Inverters Deliver 800VA Pure Sine Wave Output Voltage
ABSOPULSE Electronics’ CTPH 800-F7W series of high input voltage DC-AC inverters deliver up to 800VA 3-phase pure sine wave output voltage. The inverters operate from a 700Vdc nominal input, 500-900Vdc operating range, 1100Vdc peak, with a maximum start-up current of 2A.  The 800VA units deliver a 3-ph
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06/21/2019
Analog-to-Digital Converters with Data Rates of 153.6 kSPS
CHANDLER, Ariz. — The rapidly growing market of high precision applications require Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADCs) with faster programmable data rates, higher accuracy and more integrated features to maximize system performance. To meet these needs, Microchip Technology Inc. introduced a family of compact AD
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06/21/2019
UnitedSiC Adds 4-lead Kelvin Device to UF3C FET Series
Princeton, New Jersey: UnitedSiC has further expanded its UF3C FAST series product offering by introducing an additional 1200V high-performance SiC FET device in a TO-247-4L 4-leaded Kelvin Sense discrete package option. The UF3C120150K4S (https://unitedsic.com/datasheets/DS_UF3C120150K4S.pdf) offers a typical on-resistance (RDS(on)) of 1
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06/20/2019
Power Supply Monitoring IC with Self-Diagnostic Function
Kyoto and Santa Clara, Calif. –  ROHM announced the availability of a power supply monitoring IC, the BD39040MUF-C, with BIST (Built-In Self Test) that supports functional safety. This IC is ideal for automotive application power supply systems requiring fail-safe measures such as electric power st
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06/20/2019
DIN Rail Power Supplies Certified for Hazardous Locations
San Jose, Calif. - TRACO POWER has announced the release of their TIB 480-EX Family of 480 Watt DIN rail power supplies that are designed for harsh environments & hazardous locations with certifications for ATEX II3G and UL HazLoc Class I / Div 2 standards. These products bring a new performance level to i
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06/20/2019
Accelerate Time-to-Market for High-Power Designs w/ new SMU
The demand for more efficient high voltage semiconductors in 5G, automotive, alternative energy and other applications is leading researchers toward new materials including SiC (Silicon Carbide) and GaN (Gallium Nitride). These wide bandgap semiconductors pose increasingly complex test challenges in research an
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06/20/2019
TMR-Based Sensor for High-Current Coreless Applications
TDK Corporation is expanding its Micronas magnetic sensor portfolio with the CUR 423x sensors developed for current measurements in automotive and industrial applications. The new sensors, marketed under the trademark curSENS, are the first Micronas branded products based on the TDK TMR technology. This technology ha
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06/18/2019
Commercial FLA Series Dimming Receptacles
Amphenol Commercial Products FLA Series Dimming Receptacles are designed with power and dimming/signal contacts to provide a connection between dimmable photocell and the luminaire for commercial and utility lighting. The locking type receptacles are compliant with ANSI C136-10 and can be used for lighting applications ins
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06/18/2019
800V Bus Converter Module Features 97% Peak Efficiency
The 800V BCM4414 is a 1.6kW, isolated, 1/16 fixed-ratio, bus converter module (BCM), that can operate from a 500V to 800V input voltage, to deliver SELV output voltages with 97% peak efficiency. The new 800V module complements the existing Vicor 700V BCM4414, to create a family of products with reinforced isolation (4,
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06/18/2019
Augmented Switching Accelerated Development Kits
Philadelphia, PA — AgileSwitch, LLC introduces the ASDAK (Augmented Switching Accelerated Development Kit) for power electronics engineers working with new SiC MOSFET modules.  Applications for the kit including heavy-duty traction vehicles, auxiliary power units in trains, buses and trolleys, EV char
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06/17/2019
Sub-Miniature Tact Switches for Home Automation and IoT
WALTHAM, Mass. – C&K introduces two new sub-miniature tact switches aimed at design engineers developing home automation and Internet of Things (IoT) electronic devices: the PTS636 and PTS526. With printed circuit board (PCB) space at a premium within consumer electronics devices, these ultra-compact C&K sw
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06/17/2019
Constant Intensity Indicator Series for Rugged Applications
Dialight announced the launch of its new 556 Series Constant Intensity Panel Mount Indicators, the company's first constant intensity product designed for rugged, outdoor applications. Combining InGaN and AlInGaP technologies, the 556 Series delivers maximum light output in a highly durable package designed for
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06/17/2019
Expanded High-Voltage, Low-RDSON Power Platform
MIGDAL HAEMEK, Israel – TowerJazz announced the release of its leading edge 140V low Rdson power platform, providing significant high power efficiency at high voltages. This advanced offering expands the Company’s 90V technology platform, spe
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06/17/2019
Single-Layer MOVs Offer Superior Overvoltage Protection
RALEIGH, NC – The RV from Stackpole is a radial-leaded metal oxide varistor available in a wide range of disk sizes and working voltages designed for general-purpose overvoltage protection. The UL 1449 certified RV series offers disk sizes from 5mm to 20mm with peak current ratings up to 18,000 amps and energ
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06/14/2019
Environmental Lights' Tunable White Backlighting Solution
SAN DIEGO -- Environmental Lights announced the launch of LumenMax Tunable White LED Light Sheets. LumenMax Tunable White LED Light Sheets from Environmental Lights are ideal for backlighting shallow light boxes with tunable white lighting. They feature 18 x 9 cut segments that each contain a tunable w
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06/14/2019
High Vibration Acceleration-resistant Power Choke Coil
Thanks to the high vibration resistance no anti-vibration reinforcement is needed and therefore streamlines the production process   In an ever growing market for environmentally friendly and energy efficient cars the electrification of the automotive sector is progressing. More and more electric motors and
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06/13/2019
Mouser Stocking Tiny ams TSL2740 Light and Proximity Sensor
The sensor offers high performance, even at millilux-level intensity, and is ideal for smart home assistants, smartwatches and wearables, display backlight control, tablets, smartphones, and medical diagnostics applications.   The ams TSL2740, available from Mouser Electronics, combines an ambient l
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06/13/2019
300W and 1000W power supplies with extended communications bus
The addition of the 300W PCA300F and 1000W PCA1000F to the existing 600W PCA600F complements and expands the family of power supplies to cover a much larger range of applications. The PCA series have a built-in extended-UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver –Transmitter) interface supporting up to 83 commands
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06/13/2019
Small footprint 10 Watt DC/DC converter
The design purpose of these series was to miniaturized low power DC/DC converters to the maximum without sacrificing high efficiency. They set the new standard for power density with 3,83W/cm3.   The TEL 10 & TEL 10WI series offer wide 2:1 or 4:1 input voltage range and feature a high efficiency of up to 8
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06/13/2019
Renesas and Volkswagen unveil joint automotive laboratory
The SAIC-Volkswagen-Renesas Joint Laboratory will accelerate research and development efforts to support emerging automotive electronics applications, starting with cockpit and vehicle control, for the Chinese automotive market.   The joint laboratory will combine Renesas’ advanced microcontrollers, s
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06/13/2019
2mm MIL-DTL-83513G DMM connectors with 360° EMC backshells
More, the devices are available on a six-to-eight week leadtime, significantly better than the industry standard 16-20 weeks.   Nicomatic’s highly-reliable DMM connectors comply with MIL-DTL-83513G specifications yet save space when compared to other Micro D connectors and enable a wide choice of con
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06/13/2019
USB Type-C Port Switch Supports Legacy Data and Audio Signals
As a result of the adoption of USB Type-C ports in mobile phones and tablets, manufacturers are removing other ports such as USB 2.0 and 3.5mm audio sockets. The PI3A6386 port switch enables legacy data and audio signals to be passed through the USB Type-C port, allowing consumers to continue using existing perip
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06/13/2019
Multi-Channel, Mixed-Signal RF Converter Platform
The MxFE is intendedfor a range of wireless equipment such as 4G LTE and 5G millimeter-wave (mmWave) radios. ADI’s new AD9081/2 MxFE platform allows manufacturers to install multiband radios in the same footprint as single-band radios, which as much as triples call capacity available in today’s 4G LTE base
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06/13/2019
Unleash Micro Speakers’ Potential with DSM Smart Amplifier
The smart amplifier efficiently delivers louder, clearer, richer sound at the lowest quiescent power in the market.   The boosted, digital Class D DSM smart amplifier unleashes a system’s full audio potential by safely driving higher power levels (up to 5.1W) into tiny speakers typically rated f
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06/13/2019
Ultra-small barometric pressure sensor DPS368 from Infineon
It offers an ultra-high precision of ±2 cm and a low current consumption for precise measurement of altitude, air flow and body movements. This makes the DPS368 ideal for mobile applications and wearable devices offering e.g. activity tracking and navigation. Additionally the sensor can be used in home applianc
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06/13/2019
CISSOID announces new High Temperature Automotive IC’s
The components are also in excess of AEC-Q100 Grade 0 qualification standard.   CISSOID is introducing the CXT-STA4919, a new high-temperature, high-reliability, 50mA adjustable linear voltage regulator generating any regulated voltage in the range +3.3V to +28V from an input between +4.5V to +35V. The c
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06/13/2019
Now at Mouser: TE Connectivity’s Intercontec Connectors
TE’s Intercontec connectors deliver a reliable, customized solution for data, power, and signal transmission. The modular, highly versatile connectors are suitable for an extensive range of applications, including robotics, drive systems, medical devices, aerospace, chemical engineering, and transportation.
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06/13/2019
Essentra Components offer guidance in rotary latch selection
Ubiquitous in the car, truck and specialist vehicle industry, rotary latches make easy work of securing and remotely opening vehicle panels. They’re more typically used in applications involving bonnet, boot lid or storage compartments, e.g. on coaches, emergency vehicles or caravans etc. In these everyday s
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06/13/2019
Volkswagen relies on Infineon for its electric future
This program stands for close cooperation in key future fields. As the market leader in semiconductors for electro-mobility, Infineon contributes significantly to the move toward electric drivetrains by the world’s largest car maker. Infineon’s power modules control the electric drive in Volkswagen’s modul
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06/13/2019
Development Kits Unlock Full Potential of SiC MOSFET Modules
Philadelphia, PA — AgileSwitch, LLC, introduces the ASDAK (Augmented Switching Accelerated Development Kit) for power electronics engineers working with new SiC MOSFET modules.  Applications for the kit including heavy-duty traction vehicles, auxiliary power units in trains, buses and trolleys, EV charging an
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06/13/2019
Wire-to-Board Connector Reduces System Size
DOWNERS GROVE, ILLINOIS — Hirose has developed a versatile wire-to-board connector that enables OEMs to reduce the size of end devices. Part of the SignalBee connector family, the 2.0mm pitch DF51 Series connector has a user-friendly positive lock that provides a clear tactile click and secures a reliable co
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06/13/2019
Low-Power Technology for Embedded Flash Memory
TOKYO, Japan – Renesas Electronics Corporation announced the development of new low-power technology for use in embedded flash memory based on a 65 nanometer (nm) SOTB (Silicon On Thin Buried Oxide) process. Available with 1.5 MB capacity, it is the world’s first embedded 2T-MONOS (2 Transistors-Metal Oxide Ni
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06/13/2019
Lighting Packages Intended for Outdoor Horse Arenas
WORCESTER, Mass -- Access Fixtures has introduced three complete horse arena lighting packages intended for outdoor horse arenas of various sizes. To date, Access Fixtures has provided custom packages based on photometric studies that are specific to the dimensions and needs of each arena. These new packages, based on 190' x 135' outdoor arenas and 150' x 75' outdoor arenas, provide customers with three different prepackaged options meant to throw a lot of light in a designated area. The packages make it simple for consumers to select what they need.  These packages can be used for various different types of equestrian sporting including but not limited to dressage, rodeo, and casual riding. All of these packages include steel poles APTA or A
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06/12/2019
Expanded Patent Portfolio for Smart Lighting IoT Solutions
BEDFORD, Mass. -- CIMCON announced the United States Patent and Trademark Office has awarded the company patent No. 10,238,001 for the NearSky smart city platform. The newly issued patent for a configurable data center platform covers CIMCON's design of an edge data processor that affixes to streetlight poles and contains processing systems to communicate with smart city devices and sensors. This innovative design makes it easy to deploy and cost-effectively manage smart city IoT solutions. This new patent extends a string of industry firsts and innovations from CIMCON lighting as the company continues to invest in an aggressive product roadmap that is continually bringing new smart city IoT technologies to market. There is a portfolio of nine patents now protecting CIMCON's smart city and intelligent lighting product lines. The extensive portfolio includes protections for the following essential components of smart city and intelligent streetlight systems: A web-based, wireless streetlight management system, which allows users to configure and control streetlights using a map-based graphical interface Streetlight controllers that can communicate with the streetlight and transmit status and identificat
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06/12/2019
Current Sensor for Server Farm, Telecom, Auto Applications
Andover, Massachusetts - ACEINNA announced that their industry leading MCx1101 family of current sensors now supports 3.3 volt applications. These highly accurate, wide bandwidth AMR-based current sensors are now available for a wide range of ADC and microprocessor-based power systems and applications. Units are now a
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06/12/2019
Rectifiers Increase Power Density, Improve Efficiency
MALVERN, Pa. — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. expanded its offering of FRED Pt Ultrafast recovery rectifiers with eight new 100 V and 200 V devices in the eSMP series SMP (DO-220AA) package, including the industry's first to offer current ratings to 2 A. Measuring 3.85 mm by 2.03 mm with a low 1 mm profile, the
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06/12/2019
Power Supplies Offered with Outputs from 3.3 to 48 VDC
Easton, PA ... Acopian announced the availability of touch-safe linear regulated mini encapsulated power supplies with output voltages from 3.3Vdc to 48Vdc and up to 15 watts of output power with an operating ambient temperature to 71°C. Small in size, these mini-modules offer extremely low ripple (1mV RMS), pre
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06/11/2019
Low-Temp Solder Paste Minimizes Solder Beading Balling
Indium Corporation has released a new low-temperature solder paste specifically developed to minimize solder beading and solder balling. Indium5.7LT-1 is an air reflow, halogen-free, no-clean solder paste designed for low-temperature assembly processes using indium and bismuth alloys. Indium 5.7LT-1 is engine
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06/11/2019
MEMS Oscillators Designed for Battery-Powered Applications
Abracon's AMJM / AMJD / AMPM / AMPD series of power-optimized MEMS (micro electro-mechanical systems) oscillators are designed for compact, portable and battery-powered applications. MEMS devices present a very small footprint while producing an accurate clock that is robust and immune to shock and vibration.
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06/11/2019
Qi-Compliant Wireless Transmitter & Receiver Coils
MALVERN, Pa. — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. expanded its offering of Qi-compliant wireless charging transmitter and receiver coils with the introduction of 14 new products in industry-standard shield sizes. Consisting of eight single-coil transmitters (Tx), three three-coil transmitters (Tx), and three sin
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06/10/2019
Indicators with Improved Prevention of Overheating Damage
CHICAGO — Littelfuse, Inc. announced an expanded  PolySwitch setP series of digital temperature indicators, designed to protect USB Type‑C and USB power delivery charging cables from dangerous overheating. The newest addition to the product family, the SETP0805-100-CC, is optimized for use in cables e
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06/07/2019
Plug Adapter Compliant to DOE VI Efficiency Standards
Fremont, CA — Phihong has announced the launch of its new 10W USB Interchangeable Plug Adapter Series, which is compliant to the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE VI) efficiency regulations for external power supplies, as well as the European Union’s voluntary Code of Conduct Version 5 Tier 2 requirements. Th
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06/07/2019
LED Drivers Feature Efficiencies up to 94.5%
MEAN WELL XLG LED Drivers are economical drivers with a compact size and high efficiency (up to 94.5%). The drivers are available in 3-in-1 dimming (dim-to-off) and adjustable output via potentiometer functionality variants. These LED drivers are manufactured on a metal housing design equipped with a functional gr
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06/07/2019
Power2Power launches in Dresden for efficient power ICs
Power semiconductors are needed in all stages of energy conversion: generation, transmission, and use. More efficient semiconductors make a major contribution towards reducing carbon dioxide emissions in spite of the world's growing energy needs. Universities, research institutes, small and medium-sized companies and
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06/06/2019
Voltage Level Translator Provides Direction-Free Flexibility
The PI4GTL2002 is a 2-bit level shifter designed to translate signals conditioned for one voltage level to signals at a higher or lower voltage, such as gunner transceiver logic (GTL) or GTL+ to LVTTL/TTL. As leading processor manufacturers continue to include GTL+ interfaces in their products, the need for high p
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06/06/2019
Maintenance-free DC UPS modules for DIN rail mounting
The loads can be low-power embedded IPCs, gateways, motors, sensors, actuators or cameras in the field of industrial control, process and automation technology, medical and laboratory applications as well as safety equipment.   For protection against voltage fluctuation, brownout, flicker or power failure, t
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06/06/2019
RS Components introduces power connector series from Amphenol
The series offers connectors that are compact, robust and versatile, along with high levels of flexibility for power and signal connectivity.   Designed to meet a wide selection of application requirements across many industries and market sectors, the Minitek Pwr connectors offer a highly flexible solutio
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06/06/2019
DIN-Rail Power Supply with IO-Link is Industry 4.0 Ready
“A power supply is situated at a central nodal point in any system, “comments Marco van der Linden, UK Country manager for PULS.” There is more than just output current flowing, a power supply can be used to record a significant amount of real-time information that is of particular interest to the end user a
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06/06/2019
Isolated CAN-transceiver reference board adds protection
The reference board has all the necessary circuitry to reduce noise and protect the system against excessive voltages.   To ensure signal integrity and reliability, isolated CAN transceivers need isolated power as well as properly designed bus protection. The R-REF03-CAN1 satisfies these requirements
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06/06/2019
Magna-Power Programmable Power Supplies now at Powerstax
Now offering up to 95% efficiency and carrying a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) safety listing the SL Series is comprised of 99 different models, combining the latest power semiconductor technology with Magna-Power’s signature robust current-fed power processing topology to deliver unmatched 1
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06/06/2019
Impedance & Potentiostat AFE for Biological & Chemical Sensing
The AD5940 analog front end incorporates both potentiostat and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) functionality on a single chip, allowing for sensor measurement in both time and frequency domains. The device features integrated hardware accelerators for advanced sensor diagnostics, best-in-class low n
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06/06/2019
High performance railway DC/DC-converter
The converter modules come in a rugged metal case. These converters are suitable for a wide range of applications, but they are designed particularly for railway and industrial applications where often no PCB mounting is possible but the module has to be mounted on a chassis. Spring clamps additionally support
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06/06/2019
Infineon acquires Cypress Semiconductor
The offer corresponds to an enterprise value of €9.0 billion.   Reinhard Ploss, CEO of Infineon, said: “The planned acquisition of Cypress is a landmark step in Infineon’s strategic development. We will strengthen and accelerate our profitable growth and put our business on a broader basis. Wi
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06/06/2019
RS Components adds new family of Renesas power modules
Manufactured by Renesas Electronics, the new ISL8210M/12M/80M/82M power modules are single-channel synchronous step-down power devices that can deliver 10A or 15A of continuous current at the point-of-load. The family is highly integrated – combining PWM controller, inductor and MOSFETs – to deliver the highest pow
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06/06/2019
HARTING and HIROSE push infrastructure for Single Pair Ethernet
To make the new connection technology for Single Pair Ethernet a success, the technology partnership is pursuing the systematic expansion of SPE to achieve an end-to-end, complete infrastructure. This infrastructure consists of a portfolio of connectors, sockets, cables and cable sets on the component side. In
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06/06/2019
Rad-Hard 16-Channel Current Driver with Integrated Decoder
The ISL72814SEH integrates the decoder, input level shifter, and 16 current driver arrays in a single monolithic IC. The device allows satellite manufacturers to significantly increase system capacity and cut solution footprint by 50 percent for their medium Earth orbit (MEO), geosynchronous Earth orbit (GEO), h
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06/06/2019
Encapsulated sixteenth-brick DC-DC converters
The modules are housed in the industry-standard sixteenth-brick form factor (35.3 x 25 x 10.4mm / 1.39 x 0.984 x 0.41 in), with sealed and encapsulated packaging. This ensures their reliability when exposed to dust, moisture, severe vibration and other harsh environmental conditions. There are two variants: the PKU35
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06/06/2019
Powerbox announces 105 models of DC/DC converters featuring 2xMOPP medical approvals
The PMM15, PMM20 and PMM30 are certified to the 3rd Edition of the IEC/EN/ANSI/AAMI ES 60601-1 medical safety standard and rated for the highest levels of patient protection - 2xMOPP. With a clearance and creepage distance of 8mm, a typical leakage current of 2µA and a 5,000VAC isolation voltage, the modules ensur
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06/06/2019
New angled locking cable for IEC C14 Power Connectors
The newest connector in the IL13 family sets a benchmark in space limited locking situations. Due to its angled construction the connector can be beneficially used with devices standing next to a wall or in table-top applications. The connector comes in four different orientations to cater for any assem
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06/06/2019
Now at Mouser: Maxim’s MAX77860 Switch-Mode Buck Charger
The MAX77860 is ideal for USB Type-C charging for single-cell (1S) lithium-ion or lithium-polymer applications, portable medical equipment, portable industrial equipment, and mobile point-of-sale devices, as well as smartphones and Internet of Things (IoT) applications. The Maxim MAX77860 step-down charger, available from
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06/06/2019
10W reed relay suits high-PCB-density applications
Series 122 relays measure 12.5mm in height and are rated with a switching current of 0.5A at 10W. 3V and 5V coils are available.   Fast operate and release times, typically 150 μs or less, make Series 122 relays ideal for high speed test systems such as A.T.E. switching matrices or multiplexers.
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06/06/2019
DC Motors and Gear Motors Target Security Applications
Syosset, NY - Announced by ISL Products International Ltd. is the ability to deliver value-added brushed (BDC) DC motors and brushless (BLDC) DC motors which may be  supplied with either planetary or spur gearheads. These fully customizable DC motors and DC gear motors are built to OEMs’ exact specifications to
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Date:
06/05/2019
4-Watt Power Amplifier Operates from 27.5 – 30 GHz
Lowell, Massachusetts – MACOM Technology Solutions Inc. announced an addition to its portfolio of high-linearity Ka-Band power amplifiers with the introduction of the MAAP-011250. Ideally suited for next generation commercial VSAT outdoor units, the MAAP-011250 utilizes a balanced design, giving system designers’ a
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Date:
06/05/2019
Tantalum Chip Capacitors With Single-Digit ESR Down to 7 mΩ
MALVERN, Pa. — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. announced that the company has extended its T55 series of vPolyTan surface-mount polymer tantalum molded chip capacitors with new devices in the D case (EIA 7343-31) size featuring single-digit ESR values from 9 mΩ down to 7 mΩ, with values to 6 mΩ in development. Previously reserved
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06/05/2019
High-Voltage Chip Resistors Offer Exceptional Precision
RALEIGH, NC – Stackpole's HVC is a thick-film high-voltage chip resistor capable of handling up to 3KV continuous voltage. The HVC offers tolerances as low as 0.1% and TCR as low as 25 ppm for outstanding precision. In addition, the HVC resistance element provides high resistance values up to 50 Gigohms with
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Date:
06/05/2019
Remote Control Unit Added to eTensifier Electric Pump System
Erie, PA - High Pressure Equipment Company (HiP), a subsidiary of Graco Inc., introduces a remote control unit for its revolutionary eTensifier high pressure electric pump system. The eTensifier is a first-of-its-kind high-pressure electric pump system that simply plugs into a wall outlet without the need for an
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Date:
06/05/2019
Tektronix Launches New 3 Series MDO and 4 Series MSO
BEAVERTON, Ore. -- Tektronix, Inc., introduced two new products to its portfolio with the launch of the 3 Series Mixed Domain Oscilloscope (MDO) and 4 Series Mixed Signal Oscilloscope (MSO), delivering the most powerful, versatile and easy-to-use oscilloscopes in the market.   Built on the award-winning
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Date:
06/04/2019
Product Suite Addresses 5G RF Power Amplification Needs
BOSTON, MA – NXP Semiconductors N.V. unveiled one of the industry’s most integrated portfolio of  RF solutions for 5G cellular infrastructure, industrial and commercial markets.  Building on its strong legacy, disruptive R&D, world class manufacturing and global presence, NXP’s comprehensive suite
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Date:
06/04/2019
Vector Signal Option for Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers
Beaverton, OR - RIGOL Technologies announces another significant addition to its UltraReal family of Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers with the release of a new integrated Vector Signal Analyzer Application Mode for Complex Signal Analysis. RIGOL's VSA Measurement Application allows RF engineers to characterize most of to
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Date:
06/04/2019
Wideband Amplifier for 5G Test and Measurement Applications
Lowell, Massachusetts – MACOM Technology Solutions Inc. (“MACOM”) announced a new wideband distributed amplifier with the introduction of the MAAM-011238, offered in both bare-DIE and Surface Mount packaged formats. Well suited for use in 5G test and measurement (T&M) equipment, the MAAM-011238 gives system designers the agility to leverage a single amplifier for 5G applications spanning sub-6 GHz to mmW frequencies. The MAAM-011238 amplifier supports wideband operation from 100 kHz up to 50 GHz (67.5 GHz for the
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Date:
06/03/2019
GaN Process for High-Power mmWave Applications
Tao Yuan, Taiwan: WIN Semiconductors Corp has expanded its gallium nitride (GaN) portfolio with the commercial release of a 0.15?m-gate technology, NP15-00, that supports emerging mmWave PA applications including radar, satellite communications and 5G massive MIMO infrastructure. The NP15-00 technology supports f
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Date:
06/03/2019
RF Converter Expands Call Capacity and Data Throughput
NORWOOD, Mass. -- Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI) introduced a mixed-signal front-end (MxFE) RF data converter platform that combines high-performance analog and digital signal processing for a range of wireless equipment such as 4G LTE and 5G millimeter-wave (mmWave) radios. ADI’s new AD9081/2 MxFE platform allows man
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Date:
06/03/2019
Battery-Charging Solution with Innovative Power Management

Figure 1: Traditional IC Charger and Boost Converter

The MP2696A from MPS is a single-cell power management IC with flexible configuration, rich functions, and high efficiency. The MP2696A integrates as many analog circuits as possible, and operates with a simple, economical single-chip microcontroller (MCU) to provide an incredibly compact solution for mobile po
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Date:
06/01/2019
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