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New Z-axis piezo nano-positioners for extreme precision applications

The new QNP-Z series piezo nano-positioning stages from Aerotech provide the resolution, linearity, repeatability, and high dynamics required for the most demanding applications from microscopy to optics alignment. With resolution to 0

Aerotech | Products | 04-06-2015

DIN-rail supply offers 24V output at 30W and requires less installation space

Delta Electronics' Power Sync DIN-rail power supply is now available from Mouser stock. The unit offers 24V output at 30W power rating and requires less installation space with its ultra-compact body measuring only 75mm high. The rugged

Mouser Electronics | Products | 04-06-2015

In-vehicle electronics protected in rugged IP65-rated box PC

MEN Micro now offers the rugged BC50R, a new IP65-rated, maintenance-free box computer ideal for data acquisition in extreme environments throughout a number of in-vehicle applications, such as trains, commercial vehicles, mobile machine

MEN Micro Ltd | Subs & Systems | 04-06-2015

Compact new high-current single-circuit storage battery connector

New from Hirose is a high-power, single-circuit (position) cable connector supporting 150A for storage battery applications. The PS3C Series is designed with a highly-reliable blade contact that features a clip-like structure and bellows co

Hirose | Connectors, Switches & EMECH | 04-06-2015

Complete system solution for wearables highlighted by smart badge concept

Atmel has announced its first wearable solution integrating its broad portfolio. The company has designed a 7cm x 9cm demonstrator around a smart badge concept, combining low-power embedded processing, wireless, touch and sensor technolo

Atmel | Design Applications | 04-06-2015

New SuperSpeed IC and development solutions boost USB3.0 portfolio

RS Components has announced it is now shipping FTDI's latest USB3.0-to-FIFO solutions, including ICs and development boards, for projects that demand SuperSpeed data transfer. The FT600Q bridge ICs enable USB3.0 SuperSpeed and USB2.0

RS Components | Products | 04-06-2015

Single-chip device can drive both high-voltage and low-voltage piezoelectric loads

This post is sponsored by Texas Instruments Latest from Texas Instruments, the DRV2700 is a single-chip piezo driver with an integrated 105V boost switch, integrated power diode, and integrated fully-differential amplifier. The versati

Texas Instruments | Products | 04-06-2015

Isolated AC/DC LED driver with integrated 650V power MOSFET

Now stocked by Digi-Key, the Fremont Micro Devices FT8260 family of primary-side drivers targets LED designs. The high-precision isolated devices with integrated PFC simplify LED lighting design by eliminating the secondary-side feedback

Digikey | Products | 04-06-2015

New LDO for small form factor consumer applications such as wearables

A new dual-output low dropout (LDO) regulator in a tiny 1.6mm x 1.2mm, 8-pin MLPD package, the SC563 has been introduced by Semtech. The SC563 LDO provides two regulated outputs for up to 300mA for each output channel. It accepts an in

Semtech | Products | 04-06-2015

Micro switches for precise and reliable position indication of critical applications

Available from TTI stock, Honeywell SE and XE miniature sealed basic switches are designed for precise and reliable position indication of critical applications such as aerospace, defence and commercial and industrial applications where

TTI Europe | Products | 04-06-2015

Isolated DC-DC converters offer lower profile for compact applications

Farnell element14 is stocking Murata’s new NXE1 series of cost-effective 1W Isolated DC-DC converters with a profile 30% lower than the 7mm height industry norm, making them ideal for designs where space constraint is an issue. The NX

Farnell element14 | Products | 04-06-2015

Precision sensor modules designed for altimeters and variometers

Measurement Specialties' MS5607-02BA barometric pressure sensors are now stocked by Mouser. The precision sensor modules are designed for altimeters and variometers with an altitude resolution of 20cm. A high-resolution temperature fu

Mouser Electronics | Products | 04-06-2015

Compact industrial computer delivers high performance and durability

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) has introduced the SEL-3360S compact industrial computer. Designed for extreme environments and small spaces, the SEL-3360S features powerful Intel Core i7 dual- and quad-core processors. To ensure

Schweitzer | Products | 04-06-2015

Waterproof 36W power supplies for low-voltage outdoor applications

Specifically designed for low-voltage outdoor applications including security and CCTV installations, Powersolve has announced availability of the PS36MK series of encapsulated power supplies. The PS36MK Series provide up to 36W from an

Powersolve | Products | 04-06-2015