Subs & Systems


I/O and backplane assemblies dramatically reduce signal to noise ratios and simplify installation

Molex is rolling out its new BiPass I/O and backplane cable assemblies, combining QSFP+, Impel or near-ASIC connectors with thin twinax cables. The BiPass I/O and Backplane Assemblies provide a low-insertion-loss alternative to PCB traces c

Molex | 23-02-2017

Pogo pins for individual contacts or irregular layouts

Available now from Farnell element14, the P70-5000045R from Harwin is a surface mount single spring loaded contact. They are also referred to as pogo pins and is used for individual contacts or irregular layout requirements. This spring

Farnell element14 | 22-02-2017

New terminal fully integrates fingerprint identification

The ANVIZ OA1000 Mercury Fingerprint and RFID Terminal, available from RS Components, fully integrates fingerprint identification, RFID, camera, wireless, multimedia and embedded system technology. Utilising 3.5in industrial TFT true colour

RS Components | 22-02-2017

TFT LCD display modules offer compact and easy to integrate solution

Available from RS Components, the gen4 series from 4D Systems are TFT LCD display modules that offer a compact and easy to integrate display solution. This seven-inch 800 x 480 pixel variant features four-wire resistive touch for applic

RS Components | 21-02-2017

Another suite of custom enclosures installed at the iconic BT Tower

Continued expansion by BT, at the iconic BT Tower in London, has required Verotec to supply a further 11 special IMRAKS, to extend an existing installation. Each rack in the bayed suite is 47U high and 600mm wide, with a special non-standar

Verotec | 21-02-2017

Axial fan features internal and external temperature sensors

Available now from Farnell element14, the EBM PAPST 8414NH is a 24VDC axial fan with ball bearing, speed signal, Go/No-go alarm, alarm with limit speed, external temperature sensor, internal temperature sensor, PWM control input, analogue c

Farnell element14 | 20-02-2017

3D force touch remote control solution enables next generation HMI experience

Peratech and Humax have co-developed a 3D force touch remote control that utilises Peratech’s unique Quantum Tunnelling Composite (QTC) sensor technology. Their multi-touch sensor module, including driver and embedded software, demonstrates

Peratech | 17-02-2017

High-performance, long-range radio module for oil, gas and industrial applications

Available now from Digi-Key, Digi International has taken their XLR PRO industrial radio and reduced the footprint to a small module. This high-performance, industrial grade, long-range 900MHz embedded module offers reliable wireless commun

Digikey | 16-02-2017

Easy IoT connectivity with cellular LTE Cat 1 embedded modems

Mouser now stocks the Digi XBee Cellular LTE Cat 1 embedded modems, one of the industry’s smallest embedded cellular modems. Designed to help OEMs avoid time-consuming and expensive FCC and carrier end-device certifications, these embedded

Mouser Electronics | 15-02-2017

IR receivers in pin-in-paste side-view holder lower assembly costs and increase reliability

Vishay Intertechnology has broadened its optoelectronics portfolio with the introduction of a new side-view metal holder for the company's TSOP33xxx and TSOP53xxx series of miniature Minimold IR receiver modules for IR remote control applic

Vishay | 15-02-2017

Latest board has high-performance CPU for machine vision applications

The EPIC-KBS7 Board from AAEON, available from RDS, is ideally suited for image based applications. The highly integrated board is based on the 6th/7th Generation Intel Core i-Series processor and is equipped with four USB 3.0 and two USB 2

Review Display | 15-02-2017

Chlorine-free cleaning fluid enables faster, better and less expensive cleaning

MicroCare Europe has introduced a unique and innovative chemistry, Tergo Chlorine-Free Cleaning Fluid to Europe. It is a totally new formulation which enables faster, better and less expensive cleaning while meeting stringent EU environment

MicroCare | 14-02-2017

BLE and NFC combination RF module designed for highly secure connections

Now available from Digi-Key, Panasonic have introduced their embedded BLE and NFC combination RF module, the PAN1761 series. It supports both BLE 4.1 and NFC (NFC Forum Type 3 Tag) based on leading edge Toshiba SOC. The unique configuration

Digikey | 10-02-2017

Speaker drivers tested to rigorous performance standards

Peerless by Tymphany’s high-end, quality audio profile offering is available globally from Digi-Key, as a result of a new distribution agreement. “We are thrilled to be partnering with Digi-Key to distribute our Peerless by Tymphany spe

Digikey | 09-02-2017

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