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Low-loss CATV transformer supports DOCSIS3.1 requirements

A 1:1 impedance ratio, transmission line transformer covering frequencies from of 45 to 1200MHz, the MiniRF MRFXF0024, is now available from RFMW. Capable of supporting DOCSIS3.1 requirements, the MRFXF0024 is designed for applications

RFMW | Products | 09-05-2016

Compact case enclosure in a modern look with multiple application options

New Age Enclosures Medium HUB enclosure, available from Mouser, is a compact case with a modern look that measures 3.5” x 3.5” x 1.5" and accommodates a PCB measuring 3.158" x 3.158" x .062". The HUB delivers durable market-ready design pos

Mouser Electronics | Products | 09-05-2016

Top-actuated SMT switches suit wearables and keyless entry systems

Taking miniaturisation to a new level, C&K's PTS830 series of SMT top-actuated switches, which offer a high actuation force of up to 450gf, are now available from Astute Electronics. The switches provide reliable switching for wearable

Astute Electronics | Products | 09-05-2016

High-performance silicon micromachined linear accelerometers and inclinometers

Stocked by Mouser, these high-performance silicon micromachined linear accelerometers and inclinometers consist of a sensor element and an ASIC packaged in a 5mm x 5mm x 1.2mm dual flat no-lead. The sensor element is fabricated from single-

Mouser Electronics | Products | 06-05-2016

Advanced ERM and LRA haptics driver with smart loop and embedded effects library

This post is sponsored by Texas Instruments. The DRV2625 device is a haptic driver that relies on a proprietary closed-loop architecture to deliver sharp, strong, and consistent haptic effects while optimizing power consumption. The inte

Texas Instruments | Products | 06-05-2016

Versatile sensors can detect a broad range of magnet movements

Exploiting the magnetoresistive effect, Murata AMR sensors, available from TTI Europe, have an IC to detect changes in the magnetic resistance of a magnetoresistive element affected by an external magnetic field. Many magnetic switches are

TTI Europe | Products | 06-05-2016

Miniature flange-mount reed sensors suitable for security system switches, linear actuators and door switches

Available from Digi-Key, Littelfuse 59140 series are miniature flange mounting reed sensors occupying only 3.22cm2 board space. They offer a choice of normally open, normally open high voltage, normally closed or changeover contacts. The ca

Digikey | Products | 06-05-2016

Multi-function instrument provides students and enthusiasts the freedom to work with analog and digital circuits in many environments

In stock at Farnell element14, the Digilent Analog Discover 2 is a multi-function instrument that provides students, hobbyists and electronics enthusiasts the freedom to work with analog and digital circuits in virtually any environment, bo

Farnell element14 | Products | 06-05-2016

Modular connection solution designed to be quick and easy to install

Available from RS Components, TE Connectivity’s Nector M unsealed lighting connecting system is a modular connection solution that is designed to be quick and easy to install. With a small circular design, this connector is compact and mana

RS Components | Products | 06-05-2016

FPC connector range expands with back-lock dual-contact ZIF plug-in newcomer

There are many interesting applications for flexible printed circuits and flat-flex cables, however there is one problem they all have in common: FFCs and FPCs need a reliable connector base. In response, Würth has extended its family of W

Wurth | Products | 06-05-2016

Low jitter differential oscillators pthat generates commonly used reference clocks

Texas Instruments LMK61PD0A2 ultra low-jitter differential oscillators, available from Mouser, are a PLLatinum pin selectable device that generates commonly used reference clocks. The oscillator is pre-programmed in factory to support seven

Mouser Electronics | Products | 06-05-2016

BLE 4.2 module and evaluation boards with NFC pairing speeds IoT

Alpha Micro has added the Bluetooth low energy wireless standard to its portfolio of IoT (Internet of Things) enabling technologies. The company now stocks the U-blox NINA-B111 and B112 modules and EVK-NINA-B1 evaluation kit which are compl

Alpha Micro Components | Development Boards | 06-05-2016

USB to UART/I2C converter communicates with a target MCU

Stocked by Mouser, the MikroElektronika USB I2C Click uses an MCP2221 USB-to-UART/I²C converter to communicate with a target MCU through the mikroBUS UART (RX, TX) or I2C (SCL, SDA) interfaces. The USB I2C Click supports full speed USB, I2C

Mouser Electronics | Products | 06-05-2016

Compact new handheld network tester offers comprehensive features

Conrad Business Supplies has begun stocking Ideal Networks' new NaviTEK NT range of handheld network testers. Designed to help network professionals quickly pinpoint and solve issues with both copper and fibre optic cabling, the compact

Conrad Business Supplies | Products | 06-05-2016