Latest News


Heart rate monitor analogue front end evaluation board offers various circuit configurations

The Analog Devices’ AD8233CB-EBZ evaluation board features the AD8233 heart rate monitor front end device. It is available now from RS Components. The board provides easy access to the AD8233 and the required components to test various

RS Components | Distributors | 19-04-2017

MOSFET controller provides a highly efficient power system well-suited for target applications

Extending the capability to support redundancy power systems with rail voltages up to 400V, the Diodes Incorporated’s ZXGD3112N7 active OR’ing MOSFET controller builds on a successful design employed in previous 40V and 200V devices. A low

Diodes Inc | Products | 19-04-2017

Server-on-module brings server-grade functionality and performance to COM Express-based computing designs

Congatec offers the PICMG release of the COM Express 3.0 specification. The revision 3.0 of the specification formally integrates the new Type 7 pinout type which is the basis for the company’s server-on-modules. The official release fires

Congatec | Products | 19-04-2017

Reference platform for Alexa to simplify development of high performance voice-enabled devices

NXP Semiconductors has announced the release of the NXP reference platform for Amazon Alexa, that integrates their far-field voice recognition technology and the Alexa Voice Service (AVS). Designed to simplify the creation of new voic

NXP | 19-04-2017

RF connectors and assemblies help solve many customer challenges

Molex has introduced its new line of radio frequency products, BNC RF connectors and assemblies. Designed for leading 8K HDTV, video equipment and camera manufacturers, these innovative new products yield return loss performance that exceed

Molex | Products | 19-04-2017

New low phase noise amplifiers deliver high-dynamic range performance

Pasternack has released a new line of low phase noise amplifiers that incorporate GaAs HBT MMIC semiconductor technology to deliver ultra-low phase noise performance over a wide dynamic range. These amplifiers can be used to help optimize

Pasternack | Products | 19-04-2017

Synchronous step-down silent switcher 2 delivers very high efficiency and ultralow EMI/EMC emissions

Linear Technology has announced the LT8640S, a 6A, 42V input synchronous step-down switching regulator. Its unique Silent Switcher 2 architecture uses two internal input capacitors as well as internal BST and INTVCC capacitors to minimize t

Linear | Products | 19-04-2017

High-power precision shunt resistors incorporate bulk metal foil technology

The VPG Foil Resistors product group of Vishay Precision Group has announced the global market launch of the Alpha Electronics FNP Series, a family of high-power precision shunt resistors. Design of the series incorporates VPG’s own pro

Vishay | Products | 19-04-2017

New keypad has six customizable keys and designed as alternative to the rocker switch

APEM’s new keypad was designed for aesthetics and functionality with standard connections. The KP6 keypad features a snap-in housing allowing for quick assembly and installation. With a space-saving surface panel mounting, the keys offer a

Apem | Products | 19-04-2017

New deal provides access to wide range of development kits and programming tools

RS Components has signed a global distribution agreement with Digilent. The agreement further augments the extensive portfolio of semiconductors and tools stocked by RS from a wide range of leading semiconductor vendors. The deal provides a

RS Components | Distributors | 18-04-2017

Single port Ethernet transceivers offer low-power and small form-factor

Available now from Mouser, Microsemi’s single port Ethernet transceivers are low-power, small form-factor Cu PHY with IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE). The transceivers are available in a small 6mm x 6mm or 8mm x 8mm single row

Mouser Electronics | Products | 18-04-2017

Single two-input exclusive-OR gate qualified for automotive applications

The Texas Instruments SN74LVC1G86-Q1 is an automotive qualified device that performs the Boolean function Y = AB + AB in positive logic. This single two-input exclusive-OR gate is designed for 1.65V to 5.5V Vcc operation.   If th

Texas Instruments | Products | 18-04-2017

New cap ranges provide extra protection for connectors

Amphenol Socapex has launched four new ranges of protective caps for its circular connectors. They are available now from TTI Europe. These ranges round out the current standard series to provide complete and lasting protection for all MIL-

TTI Europe | Products | 18-04-2017

Leadless bi-directional ESD suppression diodes offer the latest in TVS technology

AVX Corporation has released a new series of bidirectional ESD suppression diodes that combine the latest in TVS technology with miniature, leadless, and low profile 0201 and 0402 packaging designs to deliver cutting-edge ESD protection in

AVX | Products | 18-04-2017