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AC operating modules offer easy integration into indoor applications

Samsung ACOM modules, available now from Digi-Key, simplify designs, operating directly off 120VAC. The modules provide efficient, compact, and valuable solutions for easy integration into down-lights and other indoor applications. With

Digikey | Products | 01-02-2017

High-efficiency audio power amplifier includes integrated digital output clipper

The TAS5722L device from Texas Instruments, is a high-efficiency mono Class-D audio power amplifier which includes integrated digital output clipper, several gain options, and a wide power supply operating range. It operates with a nominal

Texas Instruments | Products | 01-02-2017

Collaboration on Arduino-based liquid level sensing hardware

To address the vibrant and constantly expanding maker market, SST Sensing Ltd has partnered up with Sparkfun. Together they have developed and simple to implement solution for single point liquid detection using infra-red technology. This h

SST | Products | 01-02-2017

High brightness compact, ESD resistance LED design provides design flexibility

ROHM has announced the availability of an ultra-compact reflector-type LED optimized for consumer devices such as matrix light sources for gaming and wearables that demand increased miniaturization. The MSL0402RGBU reflector-type three-

ROHM Semiconductor | Products | 01-02-2017

Rubidium atomic oscillator module delivers low phase noise

IQD’s latest high performance rubidium oscillator, the IQRB-2, delivers low phase noise of -112dBc/Hz at 1Hz and -158dBc/Hz at 10kHz. It is housed in a 95.5mm x 62.5mm x 44.3mm module so can be used in a 1U rack. The electrical connections

IQD | Products | 01-02-2017

Room temperature curing epoxy has low thermal resistance

Formulated for use in demanding thermal management applications, Master Bond’s EP30TC is a two component epoxy that contains a robust thermally conductive filler with very fine particle sizes. This NASA low outgassing certified system can b

Masterbond | Products | 01-02-2017

Battery monitor measures state of charge parameters with high accuracy

Linear Technology has introduced the LTC2944 multicell battery monitor, which makes direct measurements of 3.6V to 60V battery stacks. Absolutely no level shifting circuitry on the supply and measurement pins is required to interface with m

Linear Technology | Products | 01-02-2017

Sulfur-resistant thick film chip resistors for automotive and industrial applications

Vishay Intertechnology has released a new series of sulfur-resistant long side termination thick film chip resistors optimized for automotive and industrial applications. For high sulfur environments, resistors in the AEC-Q200-qualified

Vishay | Products | 01-02-2017

Rugged I/O connector offers 3Gbps transmission speeds for next-generation industrial modules

Hirose has developed a rugged I/O connector with an innovative space-saving design that enables a size reduction of industrial modules. The IX Series connector provides a space savings of up to 65% compared to RJ45 solutions, and up to 28%

Hirose | Products | 01-02-2017

LED-based capacitive touch sensor displays with fast and intuitive interface

Mouser is now stocking the CTH Series capacitive touch sensor displays from VCC. Combining an integrated touch sensor IC with a high optical LED display, the series of capacitive touch devices provide a fast and intuitive display interface

Mouser Electronics | Products | 31-01-2017

Ultra-small MEMS oscillators offer balance between power and performance

Combining industry-leading low power consumption with exceptional frequency stability and jitter performance over temperature, in the smallest surface-mount packages, Microchip's DSC6000 MEMS oscillators excel as clock references in small,

Microchip Technology | Products | 31-01-2017

Choke inductor features high saturation current and low RDC

Available from Digi-Key, the Wurth Electronics WE-FAMI series is a THT high-current inductor made of coil design material and features high saturation current and low RDC. The wiring pattern not only ensures an additional reduction in the D

Digikey | Products | 31-01-2017

New white tactile switch offers ease of use with audible feedback

The Alcoswitch tactile illuminated switches, from RS Components, are easy to operate. They are provided in various board-mounted applications. The switches are ideal for use with illuminated interfaces via push button style switches. Th

RS Components | Products | 31-01-2017

Widely approved ribbon cable for internal wiring of appliances and electronic equipment

Available now from Farnell element14, the R2651DTSY50SC85 from Pro Power is a 28AWG, 1.27mm pitch, 30.5m grey colour ribbon cable with 50 cores. This PVC insulated hook-up wire is approved by UL758, UL1581 and C22.2 standards. It is con

Farnell element14 | Products | 31-01-2017