Test & Measurement


Test solution for mixed-signal image sensor designs

Cadence has announced that AltaSens has adopted the Cadence Modus Test Solution for its mixed-signal next-generation image sensors. By using the solution in conjunction with other Cadence digital and verification tools on a 90nm process tec

Cadence | 13-01-2017

Robust Hall-effect sensors used for Mars Rover robotic arm

TT Electronics has announced that its sensors will be used in the NASA mission to the planet Mars in 2020. The robustness of the company’s Hall-effect sensors enables them to withstand the harsh environments found on Mars. The sensors

TT Electronics | 13-01-2017

Advanced all-in-one digital multimeter and thermal imager for electrical maintenance applications

RS Components has announced availability of the DM284 imaging multimeter from FLIR. The device is a high-quality professional all-in-one true-RMS digital multimeter and thermal imager targeting maintenance engineers, panel builders and elec

RS Components | 12-01-2017

Custom sensor incorporates widely used thermistor for development kit

The Temperature Sensor Personality Card, created by Motorola and available from Farnell element14, provides an example of a Moto Mods with a custom sensor. It incorporates a widely used thermistor. This plugs into the 80 pin connector that

Farnell element14 | 12-01-2017

New distribution partnership delivers sensors and controls

PEI-Genesis has become an authorized distributor of Trafag sensors and controls in North America. “This new partnership is a win-win for our two companies,” said Stephen Fisher, chairman and CEO, PEI-Genesis. “In today’s world, at the

PEI-Genesis | 12-01-2017

Function generator features intuitive front-panel user interface

The Keysight Technologies 33500B Series waveform generators offer the common signals and features you expect, such as modulation, sweep, and burst. They are available from Farnell element14. The 33500B Series offers many more features t

Farnell element14 | 10-01-2017

Latest algorithm enables low power consumption and high-speed processing

Socionext has introduced the new SC2000, an image processing IC designed for drones and action cameras. The device is a new product from the M10V series, an eighth-generation version of their Milbeaut Image Processors. It features the lates

Socionext | 09-01-2017

Dual-die linear Hall sensor IC for safety-critical applications

The new A1346 from Allegro MicroSystems Europe is a dual-die, highly programmable linear Hall sensor IC that is an ideal solution for safety-critical applications. The sensor incorporates full die redundancy with the added benefits of f

Allegro | 04-01-2017

Affordable 5.5 digit high performance bench/portable multimeter

Available from Farnell element14, the 1908P from AIM-TTI Instruments is a dual measurement bench multimeter with optional RS232, LXI/LAN and GPIB interfaces. The device has both a main display and a secondary display. The two displays c

Farnell element14 | 03-01-2017

Oscilloscope features high waveform update rate and high vertical sensitivity

The Rhode and Schwarz HMO1102 is a 50/70/100MHz digital oscilloscope, available from Farnell element14, features a high waveform update rate and high vertical sensitivity. It offers time domain, logic, protocol and frequency analysis in

Farnell element14 | 20-12-2016

New white light monochrome digital vision sensor in easy to use package

Sick Inspector I40 Vision Sensor kit, available now from RS Components, provides an intelligent vision solution in an easy to use sensor package. The vision sensor has features to solve inspection at high speed, incorporating locating and p

RS Components | 20-12-2016

RS Components – High accuracy, easy-to-use multifunction calibration system for hazardous areas

Druck DPI 620 GENII IS, available from RS Components, is an easy-to-use and high accuracy multifunction test and calibration system for hazardous areas. It is the IS version of the DPI 620 GENII and replaces the DPI620 IS calibrator, delive

RS Components | 19-12-2016

Power supply saves space on a bench or in a rack

The E36100 Series is the latest addition to Keysight's industry standard family of bench power supplies, backed with their standard three-year warranty. It is available now from Farnell element14. Power your DUT with excellent voltage and c

Farnell element14 | 19-12-2016

Conrad Business Supplies – Feature-packed basic oscilloscope quick-and-easy to learn and use

Conrad Business Supplies has added the new TBS2000 series of basic oscilloscopes from Tektronix to its broad and diverse test equipment offering. The new scope family, heralded as the ‘next generation’ basic oscilloscope, combines the longe

Conrad Business Supplies | 19-12-2016

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