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High-voltage LDO regulator is ideal for powering MCUs and CAN/LIN transceivers

In automotive battery-connected applications, low quiescent current (IQ) is important to save power and extend battery lifetime. It is especially necessary to have ultralow IQ for always-on systems. The Texas Instruments TPS7B82-Q1 is a

Texas Instruments | 08-03-2018

Expanded GaN power portfolio features smallest and fastest GaN drivers

Expanding on its industry-leading GaN power portfolio, Texas Instruments has two new high-speed GaN FET drivers to create more efficient, higher-performing designs in speed-critical applications such as LIDAR and 5G RF envelope tracking. Th

Texas Instruments | 07-03-2018

Silicon carbide FETs offer simple silicon substitution to cut losses in power systems

UnitedSiC has released the UJ3C series of 650 V SiC FETs as drop-in replacements for silicon Superjunction MOSFETs. They are offered in standard TO-220, TO-247 and D2PAK-3L packages, operating with standard Si-MOSFET gate drive, which elim

UnitedSiC | 07-03-2018

Dual synchronous step-down DC-DC controller eliminates external surge protection devices

Analog Devices has released the Power by Linear LTC7810, a high voltage non-isolated dual output synchronous step-down DC-DC controller that drives all N-channel MOSFET power stages. Its 4.5V to 140V (150V abs max) input voltage range is de

Analog Devices | 06-03-2018

Synchronous buck converter with ultra-low EMI for rugged industrial applications

The Texas Instruments LMR33620 SIMPLE SWITCHER regulator is a simple-to-use, synchronous, step-down DC-DC converter that produces best-in-class efficiency for rugged industrial applications. The device can drive up to 2A of load current

Texas Instruments | 05-03-2018

New DC-DC converter offers excellent low current consumption

ROHM is offering a new DC-DC converter with integrated MOSFET that delivers what is claimed to be the lowest current consumption in the industry. This makes it perfect for compact battery-driven devices in applications such as wearables, Io

ROHM Semiconductor | 05-03-2018

SiC diodes offer higher efficiency, power density and lower system costs

ON Semiconductor has extended its SiC diode portfolio by launching its newest family of 650V SiC Schottky diodes. The diodes’ cutting edge, silicon carbide technology offers higher switching abilities with lower power losses and effortless

ON Semiconductor | 05-03-2018

Active clamp flyback chipset and buck battery charger cut power supply size and charge time

Texas Instruments has introduced several new power management chips that allow designers to boost efficiency and shrink power-supply and charger solution sizes for personal electronics and handheld industrial equipment. Operating at up

Texas Instruments | 02-03-2018

Synchronous rectifier controller delivers higher efficiency and saves board space

Diodes Incorporated has introduced the ZXGD3113 synchronous rectifier controller. When joined with a MOSFET, the pairing can replace lossy Schottky rectifiers in power supplies based on a flyback or resonant converter topology. The device c

Diodes Inc | 02-03-2018

Switch current boost converter offers a power-supply solution for alkaline and rechargeable batteries

The Texas Instruments TPS61322xx is a synchronous boost converter with only 6.5µA quiescent current. The device offers a power-supply solution for products powered by NiMH rechargeable battery, alkaline battery, or one-cell Li-ion battery.

Texas Instruments | 27-02-2018

Ruggedized power blocks for difficult environments

Powersolve now offers the TEQ 300WIR family of ruggedized DC-DC converters from Traco, designed to offer the highest performance in harsh environments. The power blocks are approved to safety standards IEC/UL 60950-1 and UL 508 as well

Powersolve | 27-02-2018

42V quad output, triple monolithic synchronous buck converter and boost controller operates from 3V to 42V inputs

Analog Devices has launched the Power by Linear LT8603, a 42V input capable, high-efficiency quad output monolithic switching regulator. Its flexible design combines a boost controller with two high voltage 2.5A and 1.5A synchronous step-do

Analog Devices | 27-02-2018

Step-up converter provides space-efficient high-voltage power supply solution for battery powered applications

Microchip MCP1665 PFM/PWM step-up converter is designed to provide a space-efficient high-voltage step-up power supply solution for applications powered by batteries. The device is available now from Mouser. This converter features 36V, 100

Mouser Electronics | 26-02-2018

New module features tiny MicroSiP packaging and achieve up to 92% efficiency

Texas Instruments has introduced two new 4V to 36V power modules that measure just 3mm x 3.8mm and require only two external components for operation. The 0.5A LMZM23600 and 1A LMZM23601 DC-DC step-down converters achieve up to 92% efficien

Texas Instruments | 26-02-2018

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