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April 2020
IMU Sensor Includes 3-axis MEMS Accelerometers, Gyroscopes
IMU Sensor Includes 3-axis MEMS Accelerometers, Gyroscopes
ACEINNA announced high volume availability of the new ACEINNA IMU383ZA, which integrates triple-redundant, 3-axis MEMS accelerometer and gyroscope sensors. This miniature module is factory-calibrated over the -40C to +85C industrial temperature range, to provide consistent performance through extreme operating en
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04/29/2020
Integrated Active Clamp Flyback Controller range expanded
Integrated Active Clamp Flyback Controller range expanded
Silanna Semiconductor focuses on the ultimate Power Management challenges with best in class power density and efficiency that delight customers with unprecedented BoM savings. First announced at APEC 2019, Silanna Semiconductor has delivered on the customer expectations and market penetration of Active Clamp F
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04/29/2020
Compact, low ESR Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors
Compact, low ESR Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors
Available from a rated voltage of 6.3VDC to 100VDC, the FN series offers wide capacitance values (10µF up to 1800µF), which are between 20% and 80% higher than the long-running FK series. With 2.000 hours lifetime at a rated temperature range from -55°C to +105°C and low ESR feature, the FN series is the so
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04/29/2020
ecosine max series of passive harmonic filters
ecosine max series of passive harmonic filters
The new ecosine max filter series FN3470/71, FN3480/81, FN3472/73 and FN3482/83 are based on Schaffner's award-winning ecosine platform and are available with versions for 400 VAC and 480 VAC, and 50 Hz and 60 Hz networks.  They are a key passive power quality product for the higher power ranges (250KW-5
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04/29/2020
IQD launches a new GNSS disciplined OCXO
IQD launches a new GNSS disciplined OCXO
This new design incorporates an internal GNSS receiver with a 1PPS output which is compatible with an external GPS, GLONASS, BEIDOU and GALILEO source and is housed in a 14-pin 60mm square package. When coupled to an external aerial via the incorporated SMA connector, in the event of the loss of the GNSS signa
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04/29/2020
Mouser adds Excelsys Low Voltage Power Supplies
Mouser adds Excelsys Low Voltage Power Supplies
Through the agreement, Mouser Electronics is now stocking Excelsys low-voltage power supplies. The Xsolo ultra-compact, single-output power supplies provide 500 W in a convection-cooled chassis or up to 1008 W in an enclosed, fan-cooled chassis. Offering an output current range of 10.5 A to 42 A a
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04/29/2020
Rugged dual channel power supply for marine engine control
Rugged dual channel power supply for marine engine control
Based on a ruggedized platform for use in harsh environments, the ENMA500D24/2x27-CC provides two 27V/20A isolated outputs and a total power of 540W. The power supply is housed in a robust IP56 case, it is mechanically designed for efficient conduction cooling, and it complies with DNV/GL standards. From loca
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04/29/2020
Linear Mux/DeMux ReDriver with Integrated USB-C Detector
Linear Mux/DeMux ReDriver with Integrated USB-C Detector
Offering 1:2/2:1 mux/demux functionality, the ReDrivers can be used to extend the reach of USB signals running across rigid or flexible PCBs in gaming consoles, laptops, desktop computers, tablets, and other consumer applications. As the speed of serial buses, such as USB, continues to increase, overcoming sign
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04/29/2020
Toshiba launches two new 80V N-channel power MOSFETs
Toshiba launches two new 80V N-channel power MOSFETs
Both devices are suited to a wide range of power applications where low-loss operation is important, including highly efficient AC-DC and DC-DC conversion in data centres and communication base stations as well as a broad range of motor drive equipment. Both the TPH2R408QM and TPN19008QM are 80V U-MOSX-H prod
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04/29/2020
Lower TCR - Higher Precision Resistors
Lower TCR - Higher Precision Resistors
The series also features a lower temperature coefficient of resistance than the entire existing product line up.   Industrial relevance   The metal glaze thick film resistive element and three layers of electrodes are an essential characteristic for this group of resistors - and guarantee a state-o
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04/28/2020
Small, Accurate and Very Versatile Temperature Sensor
Its accuracy in the measuring range -40 to 125°C is ±0.5°C, while in the range -10 to 60°C it goes down to ±0.25°C. Applications extend from PCB temperature monitoring and system monitoring for power supplies, heating, ventilation, air conditioning and cold chain monitoring, to sensor technology in indus
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04/28/2020
Automotive-compliant CMOS Clock Buffers
Automotive-compliant CMOS Clock Buffers
The buffers are designed for low power operation in ambient temperatures of up to 105°C, as found in advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), infotainment applications, and automotive gateways. Increasing sophistication of automotive electronics has led to more complex system clock trees. The increased number of cl
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04/28/2020
Rugged flat flex cable to PCB connection system
Rugged flat flex cable to PCB connection system
CrimpFlex complies with the most rigorous electrical and mechanical requirements. CrimpFlex contacts ensure excellent mechanical retention and electrical contact by piercing the flat-flex cable conductor in 6 points; this is the basis for the Nicomatic patent, and the contacts can pierce cable materials including polyester,
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04/28/2020
Ultrasmall gate-driver IC with TDI for high power density
Ultrasmall gate-driver IC with TDI for high power density
The new device (1EDN7550U) is housed in an ultrasmall (1.5 mm x 1.1 mm x 0.39 mm) 6-pin leadless TSNP package. Infineon's gate-driver ICs with TDIs are key to high-power-density and high-efficiency designs at a lower system cost compared to alternative solutions. The TSNP package (1EDN7550U) occupies a PCB-area fi
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04/28/2020
PSDcast - The All-GaN Vehicle and GaN in the Auto

Jim Witham, the CEO of GaN Systems

PSDcast - The All-GaN Vehicle and GaN in the Auto
The All-GaN Vehicle was developed by Nagoya University, with tech from GaN Systems, and it demonstrates the viability of GaN in the automotive space and any applications calling for higher voltages, frequencies, temperatures, and efficiencies. On this edition of the PSDcast, we've got our old friend Jim Witham, the
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04/28/2020
SIMO Power Management IC Cuts Solution Size by Half
SIMO Power Management IC Cuts Solution Size by Half
This next-generation SIMO PMIC delivers 3 outputs with just one inductor at 91 percent efficiency, which is 16 percent greater than traditional 4-chip systems. With significantly reduced solution size, system designers can pack more functionality in their applications such as wearables, hearables and other compa
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04/28/2020
Rear Lamp 4ch Linear LED Drivers designed for Motorcycles
Rear Lamp 4ch Linear LED Drivers designed for Motorcycles
The adoption of automotive-grade LED lamps is advancing in terms of power savings and design flexibility, while the number of lamps and brightness levels are increasing significantly. Vehicle manufacturers demand simpler circuits for rear and license plate lamps in order to reduce costs and shorten development time.
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04/28/2020
Flex Power Modules adds to miniature DC-DC converter range
Available in single or dual output options, the PUC-2B series delivers an output power of up to 2W, with no minimum load required. The new family of isolated, unregulated DC/DC converter modules incorporates features such as output short-circuit protection and reinforced insulation. Housed in a compact SIP7 pack
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04/28/2020
Compliance with OPEN Alliance TC9 test specifications
The link uses Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) cables and TE's MATEnet data connector system. Automotive Ethernet is becoming the preferred solution for in-vehicle communications, offering to date speeds up to 10Gbps. For data speeds up to 1Gbps (1000BASE-T1), the communication link can run on unshielded twisted pair
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04/28/2020
PCIM Europe 2020 to take place digitally
PCIM Europe 2020 to take place digitally
The event had already been postponed from May to 28 – 30 July 2020, and will now take place again next year. The virtual format will offer a digital alternative for knowledge transfer in early July 2020.   According to the Federal government's guidelines dated 15 April 2020, all major events are prohibited in G
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04/22/2020
High-Power Speaker Amp ICs for Advanced Instrument Clusters
High-Power Speaker Amp ICs for Advanced Instrument Clusters
ROHM recently announced the AEC-Q100 qualified 2.8W output Class AB monaural speaker amplifiers the BD783xxEFJ-M series (BD78306EFJ-M, BD78310EFJ-M and BD78326EFJ-M) ideal for instrument clusters - used in vehicles equipped with autonomous driving and ADAS. In recent years, technolog
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04/22/2020
Sectigo and Infineon Partner to Protect IoT Devices
Sectigo and Infineon Partner to Protect IoT Devices
Sectigo announced a partnership with Infineon Technologies AG to provide automated certificate provisioning for Infineon’s OPTIGA Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 using Sectigo IoT Identity Manager.  The integration provides manufacturers with a complete certificate management solution, including issuance
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04/17/2020
PSDcast - The Load Dump TVS in the Auto Space

Kevin Parmenter, the FAE Director at Taiwan Semiconductor North America and author of PSD’s MarketWatch column.

PSDcast - The Load Dump TVS in the Auto Space
On today's PSDcast, we're doing things a little differently - we're going to give you a primer on the transient voltage suppressor (TVS) in what's become one of the most important application areas in our industry ... 
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04/15/2020
Automotive-Compliant CMOS Clock Buffers Deliver Low Jitter
Automotive-Compliant CMOS Clock Buffers Deliver Low Jitter
Diodes Incorporated announced the introduction of its new family of automotive-compliant clock buffers, designed for low power operation in ambient temperatures of up to 105°C, as found in advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), infotainment applications, and automotive gateways. Increasing sophisticat
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04/09/2020
PSDcast - HIL Simulation for Electric Cars, Renewable Energy

Tony Lennon, Market Manager, Power Electronics Control Design, at MathWorks

PSDcast - HIL Simulation for Electric Cars, Renewable Energy
A crucial step in the engineering workflow is real-time testing with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulation. It comes after system-level simulation but before a final hardware design is decided, and it's become especially important with the increased demand for renewable energy and electric and hybrid vehicles. On
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04/07/2020
42 V, 2 A/3 A Peak Synchronous Step-Down Regulators with 2.5 µA Quiescent Current and Ultralow EMI Emission

Figure 1. Ultralow EMI emission LT8609S 12 V to 5 V synchronous step-down converter

42 V, 2 A/3 A Peak Synchronous Step-Down Regulators with 2.5 µA Quiescent Current and Ultralow EMI Emission
Dong Wang, Analog Devices

The LT8609, LT8609A, LT8609B, and LT8609S are synchronous monolithic step-down regulators that feature a wide 3 V to 42 V input range. This device family is optimized for applications requiring low EMI, high efficiency, and a small solution size—suitable for demanding automotive, industrial, computing, an
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04/05/2020
Find Vishay Automotive Grade IHDM Inductors at TTI
Find Vishay Automotive Grade IHDM Inductors at TTI
TTI, Inc., is now offering the IHDM Automotive Grade Inductors from Vishay.  The Vishay IHDM inductor family, available from TTI, Inc., enables current ratings up to 150 Amps with a powdered iron alloy core technology. This trough-hole inductor family provides stable inductance and saturation over a de
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04/03/2020
Industrial Applications – Automotive Applications without Wheels

Kevin Parmenter, FAE Director, Taiwan Semiconductor NA

Industrial Applications – Automotive Applications without Wheels
Kevin Parmenter, FAE Director, Taiwan Semiconductor NA

Our industry typically classifies power applications that we can’t partition into any other segment as “industrial electronics.” This includes everything from energy-harvesting sensors to monitoring industrial machinery or a pipeline along its complete route, to the power levels needed to weld steel in ro
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Date:
04/02/2020
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