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Compact synchronous dual step-down regulator reduces conducted and radiated emissions

Linear Technology has announced the LTC3636 and LTC3636-1 which are high efficiency, 4MHz synchronous dual output buck regulators that incorporate a unique constant frequency/controlled on-time, current mode control scheme with phase lockab

Linear Technology | Products | 28-06-2017

Thick film chip resistors deliver increased accuracy while saving space and reducing component counts

Vishay Intertechnology has introduced a new series of thick film surface-mount chip resistors featuring four-terminal Kelvin connections and high power ratings of 0.33W in the compact 0306 case size. Offering a power density over 3.3x highe

Vishay | Products | 28-06-2017

New infrared temperature sensor ideal for cleanliness and hygiene applications

Calex PyroCAN series infrared temperature sensors, available now from RS Components, measure the temperature of a surface and transmit via CAN Bus using the Raw CAN protocol. The sensor can be connected to a network with more PyroCAN se

RS Components | Products | 27-06-2017

Automotive surface mount load dump TVS helps to overcome transient surges

Now available through TTI Europe are SLD8S Series Automotive SMT Transient Voltage Suppression (TVS) Diodes from Littelfuse offering a choice of 7000W (10/1000µs) or 2200W (load dump) peak pulse power dissipation ratings in a surface mount

TTI Europe | Distributors | 27-06-2017

Deadline nearing to enter Create the Future Design Contest

Time is running out to enter the Create the Future Design Contest, an exciting challenge — sponsored by Mouser Electronics — to engineers and students worldwide to create the next great thing. Mouser, the industry’s new product introduction

Mouser Electronics | Distributors | 27-06-2017

Gyro sensors ideal for applications that require precise measurement

Tronics’ highly advanced MEMS Gyro sensors and GYPRO evaluation boards now are available worldwide from Digi-Key as the result of a new distribution agreement between the two companies. “We are pleased to announce the expansion of our d

Digikey | 27-06-2017

Highly integrated battery gas gauge and protection solution for Li-Ion battery packs

The Texas Instruments bq27750 Impedance Track Gas Gauge and Protection Solution is a highly integrated, accurate 1-series cell gas gauge and protection solution. The device provides a fully integrated pack-based solution with a flash pr

Texas Instruments | Products | 27-06-2017

Rack and panel connectors mix power and signal contacts to increase applications

Lane Electronics has announced a rack and panel connector system which can be configured for use as a power or signal connector, or as a combination of the two in an almost endless variety of power/signal contact configurations. In a single

Lane Electronics | Products | 27-06-2017

New triaxial case isolated accelerometers are easy to install

PCB’s two new triaxial ICP accelerometer models 354A04 and 354A05 are case isolated to help ensure measurement accuracy in the presence of electrical noise sources such as EMI and ground loops. These accelerometers are rugged, with durable,

PCB | Products | 27-06-2017

Low cost DC-AC inverters with battery charger and UPS function

Powersolve has announced the new EPS series of DC/AC inverters which are a low cost DC and AC input sine wave inverter featuring an integral battery charger for UPS function. DC input options available are 12V, 24V and 48V. AC input is 175V

Powersolve | Products | 27-06-2017

Series of Schottky rectifier diodes suitable for commercial and automotive applications

Available now from Littelfuse, these ultra Low VF Schottky barrier rectifier are designed to meet the general requirements of commercial, automotive and industry applications by providing high temperature, low leakage and lower VF products.

Littelfuse | Products | 27-06-2017

Powerstax – Company awarded ISO 9001 on recently combined manufacturing facility

Powerstax has been awarded ISO 9001 on its recently combined manufacturing facility in Wickford, Essex. The long-term home to the ‘Drake’ brand of power conversion products now also houses production of the Powerstax range of ultra-high

Powerstax | Products | 27-06-2017

Pocket-sized logic analyzer and pattern generator in a single instrument

Mouser is now stocking the Digital Discovery module from Digilent. This pocket-sized, high-performance device combines a logic analyzer and built-in pattern generator in a single instrument. The Digital Discovery provides designers a suite

Mouser Electronics | Products | 26-06-2017

Contactor series delivers reduced energy consumption in industrial machine applications

RS Components has introduced a new series of AC/DC coil compatible contactors from Schneider Electric. Schneider has upgraded its TeSys D range with the TeSys D Green range that features lower energy consumption and AC/DC coils, meaning eve

RS Components | Products | 26-06-2017