Resistors and Capacitors
AVX expands stacked MLCC family to include high capacitance, low ESR versions for applications requiring board stress relief
AVX Corporation, a leading manufacturer of advanced passive components and interconnect solutions, has expanded its stacked, surface mount multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) product offering to include the highest capacitance for a given MLCC package. Designated the RH Series, the range extension features 50V and 100V devices with maximum capacitance values of 33uF and 22uF respectively. The advanced capacitor series provides excellent over voltage protection, improves ripple current capability and VC performance compared to other high capacitance MLCCs, while offering low ESR.
Discrete wire-to-board ‘poke-home’ connectors from AVX are ‘termination-friendly’
AVX Corporation, a leading manufacturer of passive components and interconnect solutions, has introduced its new 9276 series discrete wire-to-board 'poke-home' connector, simplifying installation and providing a quick and reliable termination in a sleek 2.5mm pitch SMT package. Suitable for a broad range of industrial and commercial markets, users simply strip the wires and insert them into the connector. AVX provides a small insertion / extraction tool which will allow the wires to easily be replaced up to five times.
AVX launches new FFLI film capacitor designed for DC filtering
AVX Corporation, a leading manufacturer of passive components and interconnect solutions, has launched its FFLI power film capacitor series, specifically targeting DC filtering. One major advantage of the technology is that unlike aluminium electrolytic devices where there is a high risk of the case exploding at the end of the capacitor's life, the FFLI Series devices simply experience a reduction in capacitance of about 5% upon reaching end-of-life.
Vishay's Power Metal Strip Resistors in 3921 and 5931 Case Sizes Feature High Power Ratings From 5 W to 10 W and Extremely Low Resistance Values Down to 0.0003 Ω
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced two new surface-mount Power Metal Strip® resistors in the 3921 and 5931 case sizes that combine high power ratings from 5 W to 10 W with extremely low resistance values.
VPG Releases New Ultra-High-Precision Z-Foil Power Current Sensing Resistor With Low TCR to ±0.05ppm/°C, Tolerances to ±0.02%, ESD Immunity to at Least 25 kV, and High Power Rating of 2 W
Vishay Precision Group, Inc today announced that its Vishay Foil Resistors division has released a new ultra-high-precision Z-Foil power current sensing resistor with low TCR of ±0.05 ppm/°C from 0°C to +60°C and ±0.2ppm/°C from -55°C to +125°C, +25°C ref., power TCR (PCR) of 4 ppm/W typical at rated power, tolerances to ±0.02%, and load life stability to ±0.005% (50 ppm) at +25°C for 2,000 hours at rated power. For high-power applications, the VCS232Z offers a power rating of 2 W (free air) at +25°C.
Toshiba introduces high-performance blade-type SSD modules with capacities up to 256GB
Toshiba Corp and Toshiba Electronics Europe have announced the "Blade X-gale™" SSD series, an innovative new form factor in high capacity solid-state storage.
VLx – New product range featuring long side termination for high performance on small surface areas
Isabellenhütte is launching the VLx resistor series, resistors with unmatched performance. Reversing the length to width ratio resulted in expanding the resistance range to extremely low values (i. e. 1mOhm in size 0612) and enabled other remarkable improvements. The larger soldering and contact pads are increasing the mechanical stability of the solder joints during temperature and power cycling and guaranty at the same time a much better heat flow into the PC board. A new mechanical construction significantly increases the mechanical stability and the internal heat resistance (Rthi as low as 15K/W) with the consequence that the heat produced within the components is conducted very efficiently to the terminations and out of the resistors. Despite their small size, the power rating of the resistors is very high in comparison to similar components.
DC “Link” Capacitors for Electric Drive-Train Inverters
Electronic Concepts is a manufacturer of Film Capacitors with its European Headquarters located in Galway, Ireland. They have just launched a new series of DC "Link" High Current Film Capacitors specifically targeting the ever expanding Electric and Hybrid Electric Vehicle Market.
VPG's Yuval Hernik to Present 'Selecting Resistors to Avoid Unforeseen Stress Factors' Tutorial at CARTS Europe 2010
Vishay announced that Yuval Hernik, director of application engineering for Vishay Foil Resistors, will present a tutorial entitled Selecting Resistors to Avoid Unforeseen Stress Factors at CARTS Europe 2010. Taking place on Nov. 10 and 11 at the International Congress Centre in Munich, CARTS Europe 2010 is held in conjunction with electronica 2010.
New Hybrid Lithium Ion Capacitors from Taiyo Yuden
Taiyo Yuden's new Cylindrical Lithium Ion Capacitor (LIC) offers extremely large energy capacitance and high reliability. Combining the strength of lithium-ion secondary batteries with conventional Electric Dual Layer Capacitors (EDLC)s, this next-generation energy device offers an energy density 4 to 10 times greater than EDLCs.
VPG Releases Improved Bulk Metal Power Current Sensing Resistors With 3 A and 15 A Maximum Current, TCR to ±15 ppm/°C, Resistive Tolerance to ±0.1%, and Four Leads for a Kelvin Connection
Vishay announced that its Vishay Foil Resistors division has released three improved Bulk Metal power current sensing resistors with TCR of ±20 ppm/°C (available to ±15 ppm/°C), resistive tolerance to ± 0.1%, load life stability of ± 0.5% at +25°C for 2000 hours at rated power, and four leads for a Kelvin connection. Available in two configurations, the VCS101 and VCS103 serve as medium-power current sensing resistors, while the VCS401 is optimized as a low-ohm, high-power resistive shunt.
AVX expands MLCC product portfolio to include low profile, fine copper termination versions
AVX Corporation has expanded its multilayer ceramic capacitor family to include low profile, fine copper termination (FCT) versions. Designated the UT Series, the utilization of FCTs ensure repeatable and flat performance.
Murata announces world's smallest 22µF 25V-rated MLCC
Murata has announced a 2012-size (2.0 x 1.25mm) monolithic ceramic capacitor with a capacitance of 22µF and voltage rating of 25V, the smallest of its kind in the world.
Vishay's WSLP0603 0.4-W Surface-Mount Power Metal Strip Resistor is first in 0603 Package Size
Vishay announced a new surface-mount Power Metal Strip resistor that is the industry's first 0.4-W current sensing resistor in the compact 0603 package size. The WSLP0603 resistor features a very low 10-mΩ to 100-mΩ resistance value range and high-temperature performance up to + 170 °C.
VPG's Z-Foil Hybrid Chip Resistors Offer Low Typical TCR of 0.05ppm/°C from 0°C to +60°C, Tolerance to 0.005%, and Load-Life Stability of ±0.01% for 10,000 Hours
Vishay today announced that its Vishay Foil Resistors division has released a new family of ultra-high-precision Bulk Metal Z-Foil hybrid chip resistors. Offering an order of magnitude improvement over other chip resistors for hybrid applications, the new V5X5Z, V15X5Z, and V15X10Z are the industry's first to offer low typical TCR of 0.05ppm/°C from 0°C to +60°C and 0.2ppm/°C from -55°C to +125°C, +25°C ref., TCR tracking to 0.5ppm/°C, factory supplied resistance tolerances to ±0.01% (user trimmable to ±0.005%), and load-life stability of ±0.01% at +70°C for 10,000 hours at rated power.
Vishay's MIL-PRF-55342-Qualified Thin Film SMD Resistor Chips Now Offer 'T' Reliability Level for Space Applications
Vishay announced that it has extended its E/H MIL-PRF-55342-qualified Thin Film surface-mount resistor chips in the 0505, 1005, 1505, 0705, 1206, and 1010 case sizes to offer a T reliability level for space applications. Qualification on larger cases sizes is pending.
Stackpole - High Voltage Resistor Series
Stackpole Electronics ASR / SPR Series metal film resistors are designed to withstand high voltage pulses. The pulse voltage capability ranges from 1KV for low resistance values in the ¼ watt size up to 10KV for higher resistance values in the mini ½ watt and 1 watt sizes. In addition, these resistors can withstand thousands of pulses of this type even up to several seconds in duration without significant resistance shift.
Vishay - Solid Tantalum Chip Capacitors Features Very Low DCL Down to 200 nA in Seven Compact Case Sizes
Vishay today introduced the new TM8 series of high-reliability, surface-mount tantalum capacitors with very low DC leakage current (DCL) down to 200 nA. DC leakage levels in early medical device platforms were at tolerable levels; however, lower levels are now required. By utilizing Vishay's proprietary multi-array packaging (MAP), the new TM8 devices realize significant reduction in DC leakage and better stability. Leveraging the patented MAP assembly technology, the TM8 capacitors offer a robust design for the highest possible reliability and efficiency in these applications. In addition, the devices go through rigorous processing and testing patterned after MIL-PRF-55365.
VPG Adds New Ultra-High-Precision Bulk Metal Z-Foil Resistors With Low Typical TCR of ±0.05ppm/°C (0°C to +60°C), Tolerance and Load-Life Stability of ±0.005% (50ppm)
Vishay announced that its Vishay Foil Resistors division has extended the Z Series of ultra-high-precision Bulk Metal® Z-Foil resistors with three new devices that provide very low TCR of ±0.05 ppm/°C from 0°C to +60°C and ±0.2ppm/°C from -55°C to +125°C, +25°C ref., tight tolerances of ±0.005% (50ppm), and a load life stability of ±0.005% at 70°C for 2,000 hours or to ±0.015% at 70°C for 10,000 hours. Qualified in accordance with EEE-INST002 and MIL-PRF 55182, the new Z204, Z205, and Z206 join the previously released Z201 for military/aerospace applications.
Vishay's 0.5-W SMT Power Metal Strip Resistor Is Industry's First in 0805 Package Size
Vishay today announced a new surface-mount Power Metal Strip resistor that is the industry's first 0.5-W current sensing resistor in the compact 0805 package size. The WSLP0805 resistor features a very low 10-mΩ to 50-mΩ resistance value range and high-temperature performance up to +170 °C.
Panasonic’s new low ESR FR series aluminium electrolytics now available from TTI, Inc.
TTI, Inc., the global distributor of passive, interconnect, relay & switch and discrete components, is now stocking Panasonic's new FR series ultra-low ESR, long life aluminium electrolytic capacitors. By improving material technology, Panasonic has been able to increase lifetime by up to 100% - to 10,000 hours at 105degC – over previous generation products and also improve capacitance by up to 30%
KEMET announces CECC qualified parts for European military and aerospace applications
KEMET a leading manufacturer of tantalum, ceramic, aluminium, film, paper and electrolytic capacitors, has announced that its T110, T140 and T493 tantalum capacitor products lines are CECC Qualified for European military and aerospace applications.
Wet electrolytic tantalum modules save board space, provide high capacitance and high voltage ratings
AVX Corporation has developed a wet electrolytic tantalum module that provides high capacitance values of up to 6,600uf at 25 volts, and up to 450uf at 125 rated volts, while saving board space. Developed using several of AVX's patented high capacitance cathode system that enables high CV designs beyond the values specified in the Mil-PRF-39006 drawing, the TWM Series wet electrolytic tantalum module is manufactured and tested to the 93026 specification, and withstands the harsh shock and vibration requirements of M39006.
AVX launches lowest ESR, polymer multi-anode capacitor at 35V
AVX Corporation, a leading manufacturer of passive components and interconnect solutions, has released its TCM series of SMD tantalum polymer multi-anode capacitors with ultra-low ESR. More, the first-on-the-market, 22µF/35V high-voltage polymer multi-anode part features industry's lowest ESR of just 25mΩ.
Vishay Releases Surface-Mount Aluminum Capacitors Combining Low Impedance Down With High Ripple Current
Vishay today released the industry's first surface-mount aluminum capacitors to combine an ultra-low impedance down to 0.035 Ω for better filtering with high ripple current to 1.75 A for higher reliability while offering more process flexibility by meeting the rigorous IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020 soldering standard for severe reflow conditions.
KEMET Enhances High Voltage Product Portfolio with Flexible Termination System
KEMET, a leading manufacturer of tantalum, ceramic, aluminum, film, paper and electrolytic capacitors, today announced the addition of high voltage to its Flexible Termination product lines. KEMET High Voltage Flexible Termination Capacitors (HV FT-CAP) in X7R dielectric reduce ceramic chip failures in high voltage applications. Flexible Termination technology was developed to address flex cracks, the primary failure mode of surface mount multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs). This technology directs circuit board stress away from the ceramic body and into the termination area, therefore reducing the risk of mechanical damage to the component that can result in low IR or short circuit failures.
Vishay's New Long Side Termination Thick Film Chip Resistors Feature Power Dissipation to 1.0 W and High Temperature Cycle Withstand Ability
Vishay released a new series of long side termination thick film chip resistors with high power ratings to 1.0 W and high temperature cycle withstand ability in 0612 and 1218 case sizes. Qualified to AEC-Q200 Rev. C, the RCL0612 e3 and RCL1218 e3 feature wide terminals that enable high power dissipation. Their small case sizes save space on densely packed PCBs and allow a higher number of temperature cycles, thus improving solder-joint reliability for automotive electronic circuits and general purpose applications.
5W surface mount resistor from Ohmite
A 5 watt version of its already popular FCSL metal foil current sense resistor range has been launched by Ohmite. The use of foil construction gives the FCSL the effective combination of very low and stable TCRs. It is available in a wide selection of very low ohmic values.
Stackpole develops 1% tolerance chip resistors
Stackpole Electronics, Inc. announced the addition of 1% tolerance to the popular RPC Series of thick film high pulse withstanding chip resistors. Previously this series was only available down to 5% tolerance due to the elimination of the calibration laser trim. Through proprietary materials and processing, Stackpole is now able to offer 1% accuracy with only minor sacrifices to the pulse power handling of the product.
AVX Expands MLCC family
AVX Corporation has expanded its extensive family of multilayer ceramic chips (MLCCs) to include gold plated terminations. Designated the Au Series, the RoHS compliant MLCC eliminates the use of tin and lead and subsequent tin whiskering events on the PCB. Available for most standard MLCC values, AVX offers a range of gold thicknesses for flash terminations (soldering applications) from 1.9μin to 7.87μin, while the gold Std termination thicknesses start at 100μin minimum (epoxy / wire bonding applications).
Stackpole’s HVC Series High Voltage Resistors Offer ESD Withstanding Up To 40KV
The HVC Series thick film high voltage chip resistors from Stackpole are designed to operate and withstand extremely high voltages which would destroy other standard and medium voltage resistors. The high resistance values in the HVC Series in standard chip sizes of 1206 and larger are rated for voltage handling above 15KV, and the 3512 size chip can withstand up to 40KV transients. This means that even repetitive ESD surges of 15KV will not significantly affect the performance of these resistors. Standard and medium voltage chip resistors can have ESD perfomance that ranges from good to completely unacceptable at 3KV and 10KV levels. This is due to the wide range of laser calibration trimming necessary to achieve the required tolerances for these series. However the HVC Series utilizes a unique direct deposition onto the substrate, which allows for the highest resistance values and highest voltage handling with typically very little laser trim calibration needed.
Stackpole’s Customizable SWT and EWT Series Tubular Wirewounds
Stackpole's SWT and EWT Series are high power tubular wirewounds that can be customized to fit many different applications. Along with the standard sizes, these two series can be provided with non-standard core sizes, adjustable center taps, non-inductive windings, different size mounting brackets, and different tab connectors. Many high power resistor applications require a resistor to fit into a fixed enclosure, housing, or space within another piece of equipment.
Vishay Extends 140 CRH and 150 CRZ Series Surface-Mount Aluminum Capacitors
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc today announced that its high-temperature 140 CRH and low-impedance 150 CRZ series of surface-mount aluminum capacitors have been extended with new devices that meet the rigorous IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020 soldering guidelines for severe reflow conditions.
KEMET’s KPS Series Combines High Capacitance and Improved Performance in an Environmentally Friendly Package
KEMET a leading manufacturer of tantalum, multilayer ceramic, solid aluminum, film, paper and electrolytic capacitors, has announced the release of its KPS Series (KEMET Power Solution) X7R multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC).
Murata expands its extensive product offering with high capacitance conductive polymer capacitors
Murata has launched its first non-ceramic based capacitor product, the ECAS series of polymer aluminium electrolytic capacitors. The introduction of polymer aluminium electrolytic capacitor technology is the result of Murata's purchase of Showa Denko K.K.'s (SDK) conductive polymer capacitor business. Polymer capacitors exhibit strong equivalent series resistance (ESR) performance compared to traditional electrolytic capacitors and provide similar characteristics to multi-layer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs). The ECAS series allows Murata to greatly expand its high capacitance offerings, giving customers a full range of capacitor solutions. Markets for the ECAS series capacitor include computer, digital audio visual and telecom for overall power management.
Stackpole Announces Release Of The MHL Series Aluminum Clad Wirewounds Rated Up To 1000 Watts
Stackpole announces the release of its aluminum housed low profile wirewounds, the MHL Series. Available in power ratings from 60 watts up to 1000 watts, this series offers a high power wirewound solution that is typically less than half the height of traditional aluminum housed wirewounds. This product has standard lead wire terminations coming out of one end, and can also be provided with leads coming out of opposite ends or with quick connect tabs. The element is cemented into the aluminum case which provides a flameproof part with outstanding stability that is resistant to moisture and other harsh environmental conditions.
Syfer Technology extends range of high voltage radial capacitors.
The demand for high voltage components, particularly for high reliability applications, is increasing. In many industries, high voltage power supplies are essential, especially in the medical, telecoms, communications, military and aerospace sectors. To meet this expanding demand, Syfer Technology has extended its range of high voltage radial capacitors.
Vishay's New SMD Wraparound Thin-Film Chip Resistors Feature 215 °C Maximum Operating Temperature, 25 ppm/°C TCR, and Tolerances Down To 0.05 %
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) is adding to its passive component portfolio for extreme high-temperature environments with a new series of SMD wraparound thin-film chip resistors optimized for use in multichip modules for down-hole drilling and aerospace applications.
Vishay Releases New 4-Terminal, Snap-In Power Aluminum Capacitors With 10,000-Hours Useful Life
Vishay introduced a new series of 4-terminal, snap-in power aluminum capacitors with voltage ratings from 350 V to 450 V and a long useful life of 10,000 h at + 85 °C in 17 large case sizes. The new 095 PLL-4TSI capacitors feature a cylindrical aluminum case insulated with a blue sleeve and pressure relief, while a four-terminal design provides increased mechanical stability and keyed polarity. The devices are available in case sizes ranging from 35 mm by 50 mm to 45 mm by 100 mm.
Yageo announces new anti-sulfurated resistors capable of satisfying the most stringent of product applications
Yageo Corporation recently released its new "anti-sulfurated resistors" AF series. These are designed mainly for use in environments exposed to high levels of contamination, which could include industrial control systems, sensors, electric instrumentation, and communication base stations among others. This series is also suited for electronic appliances used in high concentrations of sulfur gases areas such as hot springs and mines. Anti-Sulfurated Resistor
