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In-line DSL Filter from Focus EDL is Compatible with VDSL2 to 30 MHzLeading electronic components distributor, Focus EDL, introduces the Z-301LS in-line xDSL filter. Produced by Pulse and available under its Excelsus brand, the new filter is small, economical and is designed to be compatible with VDSL2. Capable of filtering frequencies up to 30 MHz, it improves the performance of digital subscriber line (DSL) services by filtering all telephone sets, fax machines, answering machines, and other services through a single line while providing optimal voice band performance. It is specifically suited for telephone networks in Europe, Asia and South America. 
TTI has tiny resettable thermistors from BournsTTI, Inc is introducing Bourns' new 2010mm (0805) MF-PSMF series resettable PTC thermistors, claimed to be the smallest devices of their type available on the market. The new MF-PSMF series compliments Bourns' 4532mm (1812) sized series of PTCs, MF-MSMF devices, which have long been the standard PTC of choice among USB port designers for industrial I/O devices. 
Wire-Wound Power Inductors are 70% smaller than previous devices says Taiyo YudenTAIYO YUDEN (U.S.A.) INC. has announced the immediate availability of its BRC1608 series of high-current, wire-wound power inductors in EIA 0603 case size. Touted as the smallest power inductors available, BRC1608 devices measure just 1.6 mm L x 0.8 mm W x 0.8 mm H (all dimensions ± 0.2 mm). In addition to small size, the eight models offer an excellent combination of low DC resistance (0.06 to 0.55 Ohms), high inductance (0.2 to 2.2 µH) and high current ratings (0.98 to 0.28 A). 
APT announces high gain silicon detector/preamplifierAP Technologies is pleased to announce the international release of Opto Diode Corporation's ODA-6W-500M which combines a high responsivity 6 mm˛ active area silicon photodiode with a 500 MOhm preamplifier. 
Ultra Small, Wide Frequency Range, Custom and Standard RF FiltersThe µFILTER RF Filters are offered in both standard (SF) and custom (CF) frequency models covering a wide frequency range and occupying a small ruggedized aluminum housing which measures only 1.0 L x 0.75 W x 0.5in H. 
Inductive components for use in a wide range of power and EMC filtering applicationsMurata Power Solutions has added ten new families of inductive components to its existing portfolio. The new introductions amount to well over 100 new part numbers and enable Murata Power Solutions to further enhance their comprehensive offering of wound ferrite magnetics for use in a wide range of power and EMC filtering applications. ETSI frequency error compliant SAW from MurataTTI, Inc has announced the availability of a new family of SAW resonators from Murata to support Short Range Devices operating in the ISM300 and ISM400 bands. New technology developed by Murata has enabled further performance improvements in all three of the SARCC***M**K(T)X*0 resonator's main parameters: thermal coefficient has been reduced by almost 50%; resonant loss has improved by approximately 1dB; and the standard initial tolerance is now ±50kHz compared to the previous ±75kHz. 
Mouser Electronics and CTS Corporation Enter Global Distribution AgreementMouser Electronics has announced it has signed a global distribution agreement with CTS Corporation to distribute a variety of electronic component products including crystals, crystal oscillators, switches, resistor arrays, resistor networks, and heat sinks. CTS is a leading supplier of electronic components and sensors for the automotive, computer, communications, defense and aerospace, medical and industrial markets. 
Miniature photocoupler combines high switching speed with 3.3V low power operationToshiba Electronics Europe (TEE) has expanded its family of miniature photocouplers with a new device that combines very high switching speeds with very low power operation. The TLP2066 photocoupler is ideal for applications requiring a combination of isolation, high speed data transfer and low power operation. Target applications will include logic systems in plasma panel displays (PDPs) and other digital home appliances, and high speed interfaces in modern factory automation systems. 
Ceramic resonators reduce component count and save space in USB 2.0 applicationsMurata has developed a series of ceramic resonators with built-in load capacitors to reduce component count and save space in USB 2.0 controller IC driver circuits. The new CSTCE-XT series in Murata's Ceralock family of ceramic resonators measures just 3.2 by 1.3 by 1.0mm and is therefore extremely low profile. This series has been specially developed for USB circuitry, and is suitable for mobile phones, digital cameras, printers, keyboards and other consumer electronics and audio equipment applications. 
Peregrine Expands PLL Frequency Synthesizer PortfolioPeregrine Semiconductor has announced its UltraCMOS PE97022 and PE97042 phase locked loop (PLL) frequency synthesizers for satellite payload designs. The new pair of 3.5 GHz Integer-N PLLs boast an ultra-low normalized phase noise of -216 dBc/Hz, which is the lowest phase noise of any rad-hard PLL on the market today. Additionally, the two PLLs feature programmable counters, a phase comparator and +10/11 Dual Modulus Prescaler, allowing for backward compatibility to previous generation PLLs. New inductor products included in Finder's special offersThroughout March customers of Rapid Electronics will have the chance to take advantage of special offers and discount pricing on the company's extensive range of electronic components. Leading the promotion as featured products are nine new ranges of surface mount chip inductors from Fastron. Rapid recently became Fastron's first UK distributor, and after strong sales of the brand's leaded inductors and suppression coils Rapid are delighted to expand their Fastron portfolio. 
Omron adds 1x64 splitter to planar waveguide rangeOmron Components Business - Europe has extended its range of compact bi-directional PLC splitter modules for Passive Optical Networks with a new 1x64 version. Varistors from AVX specifically designed to protect USB data lines deliver under sub-nanosecond response timeAVX Corporation has developed the USB Series varistors specifically to protect the high speed data lines that make up the Universal Serial Bus (USB) against ESD transients. Key criteria that make the varistors ideally suited to protecting high speed serial data lines is their fast turn on times and very low capacitance. Response time is less than 1 ns, while a special design ensures the devices meet the rigorous testing criteria of the IEC 61000-4-2 15-kV (air) and 8-kV (contact) standards. 
Components for manufacture and maintenance of refrigeration unitsAerco offers companies involved in the manufacture and maintenance of refrigeration units a fast, reliable source of components including fans, connectors, switches and LEDs that withstand high levels of shock and humidity and are corrosion proof and are therefore ideally suited for this industry. 
Radial-Leaded Inductors For Challenging EMI EnvironmentsThe new DR371-1 and DR371-2 Series Radial Leaded, Molded Inductors from Datatronic Distribution, Inc., combine high performance over a wide inductance range in challenging EMI operating environments with rugged packaging, ROHS compliant lead material, long-life and economy. 
RFI filters for three-phase applications from Tyco ElectronicsThe new range of BCF filters extends Tyco Electronics' range of Corcom RFI filters to include a very compact book-format filter for the widest range of three-phase applications. This series of filters is distinguished by its very low weight, its cost-optimised design and high-quality components. Other features include the high-quality safety clamps used on both the input and output. 
Murata claims to shrink DC power filtering by 60%Murata has released its BLM15P series of chip ferrite bead inductors in 0402 packages. These tiny parts measure 1.0 by 0.5 by 0.5mm, achieving a footprint that is over 60% smaller than the 0603 types offered previously, without degradation in performance. The devices are suitable for EMI reduction on DC power lines and low speed signal lines where the smaller packaging reduces board space. 
Multilayer chip coils could save 44% board space compared to wirewound partsA monolithic chip coil series of power inductors from Murata, the LQM2HP series, features a package size of just 2.5 by 2.0 by 1.1mm (1008 size). These multilayer power inductors use Murata's proprietary ceramic materials and innovative inner electrode design. They enable board space savings of up to 44% without performance degradation when compared to wirewound parts. 
Power Inductors Offer Higher Current & Lower Resistance for DC-DC Converter Choke CoilsTAIYO YUDEN's new CKP2520 multilayer chip power inductors achieve better performance compared to the company's previous industry-leading CKP series parts. The -2R2 part, for example, offers DC resistance and rated current improvements of 35% and 44%, respectively. With an EIA 1008 case size footprint of 2.5 x 2.0mm and a maximum height of only 1.0mm, CKP2520 devices facilitate the design of thinner, higher-performance, multifunction cell phones, digital cameras and other battery-powered ultra-portable electronic equipment. 
World’s toughest range of M8 inductive sensors now available with M12 connectorsThe Contrinex Series 700, the world's toughest range of stainless-steel, inductive sensors, now includes versions with an M8 sensor plus M12 connector allowing system designers to use compact high performance sensors while standardising on M12 connector format. 
Compact chokes for AC and DC applications up to line voltage and frequencyLive Electronics is now releasing Common Mode (MC) and Differential Mode (MD) chokes from DICEP EMC which are cost effective, compact, and suitable for AC and DC applications up to line voltage and frequency. 
Ceramic Filters for telecommunications and test equipmentJust available in the UK, exclusively from Aspen Electronics, is a comprehensive range of highly cost-effective ceramic filters designed for use in telecommunications and test equipment applications. The devices are manufactured by Lorch Commercial & Wireless (LCW), a division of the US-based, Lorch Microwave, a renowned vendor of high quality RF and Microwave products for 40 years. Bourns Power Inductors from TTITTI, Inc., has recently introduced Bourns SRP and SRU Power Inductors. SRP high current, low Direct Current Resistance (DCR) Power Inductors range in size from 7 to 13mm. The standard inductance range is from 0.1µH up to 10µH and can handle current as high as 50A and DCR well below 1mΩ - model dependent. An increased temperature range from -55degC to +155degC, resolves an area which has been an issue for some time. 
Ferrite Chip Beads from NICThe NCB series provides current ratings up to 6 amps in standard EIA case sizes from 0402 to 1812. The NCB-H series is rated for currents up to 5 amps in case sizes from 0603 to 1812. Both series provide high impedance over a wide frequency range and operate in temperatures from minus 40 to +125 degrees Centigrade. They are compatible with automated pick-and-place equipment and can be soldered with either flow or reflow techniques. 
Voltage Reference Family from TI comes in a tiny SC70-3 packageTexas Instruments has introduced a family of low-power, series voltage references featuring high accuracy (+/-0.15 percent max) and low temperature drift (30ppm/°C max) in a SC70-3 package – 40 percent smaller than a SOT23. The combination of micro-size packaging and low current consumption make the REF33xx family suitable for portable and battery-powered consumer applications, and its high accuracy and low temperature drift make it a good choice for medical equipment, handheld instrumentation, test equipment and data acquisition systems. 
Small signal line EMI suppressorsNow available through TTI is Murata's new family of BLM02 signal line EMI suppressors featuring nominal dimensions of only 0.4x0.2x0.2mm, matching size reductions of other passive components. The industry's smallest EMI suppresser design has been enabled by Murata's advanced technology reducing the footprint of its smallest chip ferrite beads by about 40% and the volume by 30%. 
IC output Optocouplers are suitable for Industrial Communications and Motor ControlNEC Electronics introduces a new family of High Speed Optocouplers coming in a new white DIP package that provides enhanced isolation and shielding characteristics: 5000 Vrms isolation voltage; >0.4mm internal isolation distance; >8mm outer creepage distance; Minimum CMR of 15KV/µs. 
The lowest price SMD crystal in a ceramic packageThe SMD crystal in the SMD0603 series from PETERMANN-TECHNIK is the lowest priced ceramic packaged crystal. It is available, with 2 or 4 solder pads, in the frequency range of 10.0 to 121.0MHz and with an extended temperature range of up to –40°C +125°C. A frequency tolerance of +-5ppm at 25°C and a frequency stability +-3ppm over -10°C to +55°C are possible. Ageing is at a maximum after the first year and then it reduces successively (Exponential Function). The standard ageing is +-2ppm maximum after the first year. 
AC current sensor features low loss and high accuracySilicon Laboratories has announced what it says is the world's smallest low-loss high-accuracy AC current sensors for a wide range of power applications. The Si8500 family measures up to 20 amps of current for control and protection in power systems and is ideal for a broad range of applications including ac-dc switching power supplies, isolated dc-dc supplies, motor control and electronic ballasts for lighting. 
Through-hole Power Bead Inductors for Desktop Architectures Provide Improved EfficiencyFocus EDL announces what it says is the industry's first series of through-hole power bead inductors for desktop architectures. Produced by Pulse, the PA1894NL and PA2080NL series use a single-turn conductor with a ferrite core instead of a multi-turn conductor wound on a powdered iron toroid core. 
Crystal solutions for all applicationsThe very wide product spectrum of PETERMANN-TECHNIK crystals (both THT with leads and SMD) offers a solution for any application in the frequency range 1.8432 MHz – 200 MHz with frequency tolerances down to +-5 ppm. Watch crystals are available in different miniaturised packages. 
NIC expands Quick Kit service to include capacitors, resistors, magnetic parts and circuit protection devicesNIC Components has significantly broadened the types and range of devices available via its popular Quick Kit service. Accessed via NIC's website homepage, it is now possible for design engineers to specify and order kits containing current sensing resistors, thermistors, MLCCs, hybrid and solid chip electrolytic capacitors and thin-film chip inductors. Kits targeted at specific applications - for example LED driver circuits - can also be requested. 
Programmable Miniature Spread Spectrum Clock ICsThe new programmable subminiature Spread Spectrum Timing (SST) ICs of the PL671 series offered by PETERMANN TECHNIK are revolutionary in price, performance and variability . The customer is able to build up very easily extremely cheap high performance Spread Spectrum Clocks up to 200MHz with high resolution Spread Steps including 4 independent programmable configurations. Take a crystal or a referency input signal together with IC and the low cost high performance SST-Clock is complete 
Low cost/high performance Zero Delay BuffersThe Zero Delay Buffer ICs of PETERMANN TECHNIK use a specially developed PLL that ensure the Zero Delay between input and output signals and that effectively prevent a further jittering of the output signal. The low cost / high performance Zero Delay Buffer ICs are available in lead-free 6pad SOT23 and 8SOP packages, even in the extended temperature ranges, with supply voltages from 2.5 or 3.3 VDC. 
High-current rectifier featuring sophisticated heat distributionThe European distributor ECOMAL is now offering the new Shindengen US-KB family of products, which sets new standards in rated and peak current performance. 10, 15 and 30 amp versions have been added to the familiar range of 4, 6 and 8 amp versions. Due to low AC line impedance, rectifiers which are connected to the AC input often have to be protected against excessive inrush current which flows when large are uncharged. An external protective resistor is connected in series with the rectifier, and the maximum current rating is an important criterion for bridge rectifiers. 
High-current contactor is the smallest, lightest and lowest-cost in its classACAL Radiatron announces the immediate availability of the industry's smallest and lowest-cost high-current, sealed contactor rated for operation up to 500 amps. Weighing just 0.43kg, the Kilovac EV200 is also the lightest product in its class. 
SM-31 smallest sealed 5 turns SMD trimmerInternational distributor ECOMAL based in Berkshire, UK announced a further variation of a smallest SMD multi-turns trimmer to its program of Nidec Copal Electronics. The latest model SM-31, is 5 turns smallest SMD trimmer in addition to the existing SM-3, 11 turns and is RoHS compliant and lead-free soldering compatible. Measuring only at 3.9 x 3.9 x 3.2 mm, SM-31 is ideal for applications that have space constraint but requires precise adjustment. 
High performance power shunts for precise measurements of high currentsThe new PSI and PSB series power shunts from KOA are particularly suited for the precise measurement of high currents. The rated power of the metal plate design resistors ranges from 3 to 6 watts at 105 °C termination temperature, and some models offer reliability benefits in high temperature and power load cycling environments by a specially designed shape of the landing pads. Typical applications comprise ECUs, inverters, and industrial automation equipment. Expanded PowerStrip series from Samtec now available through TTI, Inc.Recently introduced by Samtec and now available through TTI, Inc., the world's leading authorized specialist distributor of passive, connector and electromechanical components, the expanded range of PowerStrip high power-to-board interconnect systems combines high current carrying capacity with signal routing options for rugged applications. 
Designed for applications requiring a small SMD CrystalThe SMD crystals of the SMD03025 series are available in frequencies from 13.0 – 40.0 MHz and in an extended temperature range of up to –40 to +125°C. A frequency tolerance of +-5 ppm at 25°C and a frequency stability +-3 ppm over -10°C to +55°C are possible. Ageing is at a maximum after the first year and then it reduces successively (Exponential Function). The standard ageing is +-2 ppm maximum after the first year. 
Ceramic resonators target contactless payment technologyTo meet the fast growing and high potential demand in the converging consumer/communications/IT sector, Murata has announced a number of innovative extensions to its CSTCE range of Ceralock ceramic resonators. Designed to operate as clock oscillators or timing control circuits for microprocessor based equipment, ceramic oscillators are increasingly replacing quartz crystal devices due to their smaller size and built in load capacitance. Operating over a wide frequency range, the devices offer improved frequency stability and frequency tolerance, with the additional advantage of lower cost. 
Ring type current transformers feature easy installationA range of ring type Crompton Instruments Current Transformers with one metre flying leads, suitable for primary currents from 60 up to 2500A with 5A secondaries, has recently been released by Tyco Electronics. 
Coupler Provides Ultra Tight Tolerance in an 0402 Case SizeThe CP0402P Series is an ultra tight tolerance, high directivity coupler and is now available from passives specialist AVX to improve power amplifier gain control in various wireless systems including cellualar and WIMAX system transmitters. This new series provides directivity as high as 20-27 dB and a ±0.5 dB coupling factor tolerance in a miniature 0402 case size. This is more than double the directivity and half the coupling factor tolerance of competing devices in the market. This superior level of device performance has been made possible thanks to new patented RFAP technology and design which enables improved design and production accuracy. 
Low-Profile High-Current InductorsNow available from TTI Europe, the world's leading authorized specialist distributor of passive, connector and electromechanical components, is a new series of four low-profile, high-current inductors from Vishay, delivering high maximum frequencies and low inductance values. Continued innovation leads to groundbreaking productsGroundbreaking patented technology and intelligent design have allowed passives specialist AVX to develop a number of exciting new electronic component devices in 2006 such as FLEXISAFE Ultra Safe capacitors for high protection against mechanical cracking issues; 2-terminal Land Grid Array capacitors that offer Equivalent Series Inductance similar to 8-terminal IDCs; and CoreCap capacitors that deliver Equivalent Series Resistance down to 3mΩ at 300kHz. 
NEW CLIP MOUNTING METHOD DESIGNED FOR OHMITE’S TK/TN RESISTORS IS THERMALLY SUPERIORA new method of heatsinking has been developed by Ohmite which is proving popular with design engineers because it solves the problem creating a gap if the screw is overtightened when installing conventional TO-220 resistors and creates optimal thermal transfer between the resistor (or semiconductor) and the heatsink. 
Multi-stage protection for DC power ports and sensitive ElectronicsNow available from TTI Europe, the world's leading authorized specialist distributor of passive, connector and electromechanical components, Raychem Circuit Protection's PolyZen™, a polymer-enhanced, precision Zener diode micro-assembly, is designed to meet the growing need for over-current and over-voltage protection on portable equipment that uses barrel jacks for DC power input. PolyZen helps protect sensitive electronics from damage caused by inductive voltage spikes, voltage transients, incorrect power supplies and reverse bias. 
Kemet moves into inductorsKemet has announced its entry into the surface-mount inductor market. The company plans to offer a comprehensive range of devices including ferrites, surface-mount multilayer, and wire-wound inductors. The announcement will enable Kemet to offer electronics designers and manufacturers more complete passive component solutions. 
SCHURTER Spotlights the Smallest SMD-Fuse for Space ApplicationsSCHURTER released today the new SMD-fuse type MGA-S meeting the standard of ESA/SCC Generic Specification No 4008 for space applications. As the sole European space fuse supplier, Schurter shows its expert competence in fuse manufacturing and the capability of handling complex fuse manufacturing technologies. 
Small Chokes in Production VolumesMurata announces production volumr of its LQM18F series of multilayer devices. 
New Filter Makes Monitored Alarm Systems Broadband ReadyA new electronic filter, designed specifically to allow monitored intruder alarm systems to connect to a DSL activated line such as Broadband, is announced by security components specialist Focus EDL. 
Tiny RoHS Compliant Coils for EMI SuppressionSpecifically designed for EMI suppression of high frequency circuits, the latest range of air core chip coils from Murata is fully compliant with RoHS legislation and available immediately in full production volumes. 
Bluetooth Benefits From Chip InductorsThe latest family of multilayer chip inductors from Murata features exceptionally low DC resistance, making these miniature devices ideal for use in a wide range of high frequency applications where minimising power consumption is a critical factor. 
Low Cost Chip InductorsMurata has made available a range of low cost chip inductors. The parts are all offered in the space saving 0603 case size and are supplied on 10K reels for high volume pick and place manufacturing environments. 
SAW filters and ResonatorsResponding to the increased demand for the compact integration of RF and allied circuitry with high speed digital devices, Murata is offering a wide range of compact SAW resonators and filters for use at higher frequencies. 
Noise Suppression without DistortionFor designers seeking to suppress common mode noise on high speed differential signal lines, without distortion, Murata has announced the DLP0NS Series of compact, low profile, film-type common mode choke coils. |
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