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Low-cost Frequency Counter from TTi operates to 3GHz

Low-cost Frequency Counter from TTi operates to 3GHz

The new PFM3000 from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) is a UK built hand-held frequency counter which can measure signals from below 3 Hz to above 3 GHz. Its low cost of £115 puts it into a similar price category as hand-held multimeters.

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Fast Bus-Powered Multifunction DAQ Devices for USB from National Instruments

Fast Bus-Powered Multifunction DAQ Devices for USB from National Instruments

National Instruments has announced the release of two new bus-powered M Series data acquisition (DAQ) devices for USB that deliver faster sampling rates and more digital I/O features than previously released bus-powered M Series devices for USB. The NI USB-6212 and USB-6216 are available with 68-pin SCSI mass termination, screw terminals or 50-pin IDC connectivity to provide multiple connectivity options.

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Cables for Gigabit Ethernet applications from Harting

Cables for Gigabit Ethernet applications from Harting

HARTING has introduced a new generation of 8-wire cables and cords suitable for Gigabit Ethernet applications. The new cables have been introduced to address industry requirements for higher bandwidths in 'future proofed' commercial and industrial networks, while meeting the growing demands to use materials – such as PUR (polyurethane) and FRNC (flame-retardant non-corrosive) – which comply with 'green' and fire-protection requirements.

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1.5 to 3.8 GHz Active Upconverting Mixer from Linear Technology

1.5 to 3.8 GHz Active Upconverting Mixer from Linear Technology

A high dynamic range active upconverting mixer from Linear Technology replaces the best of today's passive mixers. The LT5579's wide frequency range of 1.5GHz to 3.8GHz covers the 1.9GHz cellular bands as well as the 2.6GHz and 3.5GHz WiMAX frequency bands. At 2.14GHz, the device offers 27.3dBm Output IP3 linearity and 9.9dB Noise Figure to deliver outstanding transmitter dynamic range. Moreover, the mixer has 2.6dB of conversion gain, the highest in its class. The device integrates Local Oscillator (LO) buffers, requiring only -1dBm to drive the LO port, while offering low -35dBm LO-to-RF leakage.

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High-Brightness Yellow and Red SMD LEDs in Reverse Gullwing Package with 1.9-mm Profile from Vishay

High-Brightness Yellow and Red SMD LEDs in Reverse Gullwing Package with 1.9-mm Profile from Vishay

Vishay Intertechnology has released two series of yellow and red SMD LEDs in the reverse gullwing package that offer exceptional brightness and low power consumption. Featuring an ultra-low profile of 1.9mm, Vishay's new VLRE31.. and VLRK31.. SMD LEDs offer top-down mounting and emit light through the PCB. The devices feature a non-diffused lens that is excellent for coupling to light pipes and backlighting.

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