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New thermistor probe assembly provides accurate temperature sensing

Ametherm has a new NTC thermistor probe assembly for high-accuracy temperature sensing and measurement in Li-ion battery power applications. The device unites a specially designed ring lug for battery mounting with a high dielectric voltage

Ametherm | 22-06-2018

Ultra-low ESR polymer capacitors offer improved frequency performance

Vishay has extended its line of Polymer Tantalum Capacitors with ESR levels of less than 10mOhms. These devices are available now from TTI Europe. These advanced capacitors provide reduced circuit losses, improved frequency performance, and

TTI Europe | 20-06-2018

New direct water-cooled wirewound resistors save space and increase reliability

Vishay Intertechnology has a new series of direct water-cooled wirewound resistors that provide ultra-high power dissipation to 9000W with almost no external radiation. Available in six compact sizes ranging from 38mm x 178mm to 38mm x 410m

Vishay | 20-06-2018

Automotive polymer capacitor reliability levels exceed lifetime use of vehicle

KEMET T599 Series Automotive Polymer Capacitors, available now from Mouser, provide fully qualified AEC-Q200 components with maximum operational temperature up to 150C in polymer technology. The solid-state polymer cathode system gives

Mouser Electronics | 18-06-2018

Extended DC link capacitors ideal for harsh environments

The range of EPCOS film capacitors for DC link applications has been extended. The range is available now from TTI Europe. The B3277*H series provides types for especially severe environmental conditions. The robustness has been verified in

TTI Europe | 13-06-2018

New wet electrolytic tantalum capacitor for defence, aerospace, industrial and more

AVX has released a new high-temperature wet electrolytic tantalum capacitor series. Created for use at 230C, the new TWA-X Series offers a high-capacitance cathode system that delivers high CV performance in standard case sizes and a hermet

AVX | 13-06-2018

AC filter capacitors offered in a compact and robust form

TDK Corporation has a new series of EPCOS MKP AC capacitors for filter applications. The elements of the B33331V* series are intended for a rated voltage of 460VRMS, corresponding to a peak voltage of 650V, and include a capacitance range f

TDK | 12-06-2018

Choke inductor delivers same performance as wirewounds in fraction of space

Vishay Intertechnology now offers a new high current planar choke inductor offering the same performance as wirewound devices in a fraction of the space. The new IPLA 32 measures only 31mm x 43mm x 22.2mm but is rated for currents up to 110

Vishay | 08-06-2018

High resolution USB programmable digital attenuator offers affordability and reliability

Vaunix Technology Corporation has released their new Digital Attenuator, the LDA-906V. The Lab Brick LDA series of Digital Attenuators offer affordability, functionality, reliability and simplicity to the microwave test bench. Capable o

Vaunix | 31-05-2018

New film capacitors excel in pulse DC and AC circuits

New Yorker Electronics has released the Cornell Dubilier Electronics 225P Orange Drop Film Capacitors created for a broad range of demanding environments and applications. The reliability of the Type 225P makes it an excellent option for co

New Yorker Electronics | 30-05-2018

Potentiometers have had rigorous environmental testing

Bourns offers one of the industry’s broadest lines of Trimpot products. The Trimpot Trimming Potentiometer is a variable resistor that is used in a circuit to correct for variations in other circuit components or to adjust to customer exact

TTI Europe | 29-05-2018

MLCCs ideal for applications where high capacitance value is required

These RoHS Compliant, High Capacitance value BME MLC chip capacitors, from Knowles Precision Devices, are manufactured in stable Class II dielectrics X7R and X5R. The range is provided with a spread of capacitance values starting at 6.8nF

Knowles | 29-05-2018

Low capacitance TVS diodes protect high-speed interfaces in automotive applications

Bourns offers a new TVS diodes series featuring low capacitance of 3pF (picofarads) making them ideal protection devices for the high-speed interfaces located in today's automotive, communication line and industrial applications. The Bourns

Bourns | 25-05-2018

New global distribution means competitive pricing on MLCCs

New Yorker Electronics has has entered an agreement with Holy Stone International to distribute its MLCC’s, designed for automotive, aerospace, telecommunications, lighting and other applications. “We’re happy to have this opportunity w

New Yorker Electronics | 23-05-2018

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