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Development kit for the evaluation of BLE lighting control for LED light products

This post is sponsored by Texas Instruments. The Texas Instruments (TI) CC2540T Bluetooth low energy (BLE) (Bluetooth Smart) light development kit is intended for users who would like to evaluate BLE lighting control for LED light prod

Texas Instruments | Products | 30-10-2015

Battery charger board for the FRDM-KL25Z development platform

Now available from Farnell element14, Freescale's FRDM-BC3770-EVM battery charger board works with the FRDM-KL25Z development platform (included pre-programmed with mini-USB cables). The FRDM-BC3770-EVM Freedom expansion board offers a

Farnell element14 | Products | 30-10-2015

Easy and cost-effective option to experience PIC32 USB and CAN functionality

Microchip's PIC32MX1/2/5 starter kit is now available from Digi-Key. The kit provides the user with an easy and cost-effective option to experience the USB and CAN functionality of the PIC32 value family. The board comes equipped with a

Digikey | Products | 30-10-2015

USB Type-C device portfolio offers designers convenience and simplicity

Available now from Mouser, Fairchild's USB Type-C device portfolio sets the convenience and simplicity standard for users, designers and manufacturers. It is optimized for lower-cost, footprint and low-power use with a complete portfolio

Mouser Electronics | Products | 30-10-2015

Versatile LCR meter's advanced features include auto-binning capabilities

Saelig now stocks GW Instek's economical LCR-6000 series inductance/capacitance /resistance (LCR) meters, which offer a test frequency range extending from 10Hz up to 300kHz and with 0.05% basic accuracy. The five models in the LCR-6000

Saelig | Test & Measurement | 30-10-2015

New harsh-environment connectors developed for outdoor applications

Foremost Electronics is now stocking the new 696 Series HEC (harsh-environment connector) which has been specifically developed for outdoor applications. High grade materials as well as innovative construction features ensure reliable perfo

Foremost | Connectors, Switches & EMECH | 30-10-2015

New VME single-board computer based on Freescale processor

Artesyn Embedded Technologies has announced a new high-performance VME single-board computer (SBC). The MVME8105 is designed to provide more computing performance, data throughput and long life cycle support for a range of high-end industri

Artesyn Technologies | Subs & Systems | 30-10-2015

New hollow-shaft stepper motors offer machine builders easier design options

Mclennan has further expanded its range of stepper motors with the new competitively-priced HH series hollow-shaft motors from its USA distribution partner Applied Motion Products (AMP). With high-torque NEMA 17 and 23 motor frame option

Mclennan | Subs & Systems | 30-10-2015

Bi-directional zero-drift current-shunt monitor and development module

A voltage-output, current-sensing amplifier integrates an internal shunt resistor, the Texas Instruments (TI) INA250 bi-directional zero-drift current-shunt monitor is now available from Mouser stock. The device enables high-accuracy c

Mouser Electronics | Products | 30-10-2015

Ultra high-efficiency DC-DC buck converter suits comms and industrial equipment

Rohm has unveiled a new 12V to 76V input, 3A variable output voltage, DC-DC buck converter with integrated 76V MOSFET optimized for high-power (high voltage x large current) applications such as motors, factory automation equipment, communi

ROHM Semiconductor | Power | 30-10-2015

Joint enterprise spawns new two-slot MicroTCA system with Integrated eMCH

Smaller MicroTCA systems are used primarily for digital video and image processing, in automation and machine control systems and electronic signal processing. Applications in these areas often require just one or two AdvancedMC modules, bu

Pentair | Subs & Systems | 30-10-2015

Ultra low-profile tactile switches are only 0.58mm high

Mouser now stocks C&K Components' KXT Series ultra low-profile tactile switches with a 3mm x 2mm footprint and 0.58mm height. The KXT Series switches feature a 12VDC maximum voltage, 50mA maximum current DC, and 100V AC (1mn) dielectric

Mouser Electronics | Products | 30-10-2015

Latest IP68-rated connectors remain waterproof - unmated

Rapid Electronics now stocks Intelliconnect's innovative Pisces series of IP68 connectors which remain waterproof even when they are disconnected. There is no shortage of waterproof connectors available on the market, yet most have to be

Rapid Electronics | Connectors, Switches & EMECH | 30-10-2015

New 350W convection-cooled AC/DC power supply certified for both medical and ITE

Latest from TDK-Lambda is the CUS350M series of AC/DC power supplies. Rated at 350W output power, the units have both medical and ITE certification to the IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60950-1 regulatory standards. Requiring no forced air for cooling

TDK Lambda | Power | 30-10-2015