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1W DC/DC converter modules available in compact packages
Power supply company, TRACO POWER, has announced the release of its TRN 1 family of isolated, high performance DC/DC converter modules that cover a range of low power applications where space is limited. The TRN 1 series feature wide 2:1 input ranges, a full load -40 to 90°C operating temperature range and are available in a compact SIP or SMD package (suffix SM).
LAN transformer now available as a Gigabit version
Manufacturer of electronic and electromechanical components, Würth Elektronik eiSos, has extended its WE-LAN AQ series manufactured by full automation. The company claims that the new gigabit package excels with its outstanding electrical properties and compact design. With WE-LAN AQ, the previous wound toroid cores are replaced with SMD-solderable transformers and common-mode choke elements.
TVS protects USB 3.1/3.2 and Thunderbolt 3 interfaces
An advanced dataline transient voltage suppressor (TVS) has been introduced by Diodes Incorporated, the DESD3V3Z1BCSF-7. Designed to provide what the company claims to be exceptional TVS/ESD protection to the high-speed input/output ports of advanced systems-on-chips (SoCs) featuring differential signal line running at 5GHz and beyond, the DESD3V3Z1BCSF-7 is useful for high-speed interfaces like USB 3.1/3.2, Thunderbolt 3, PCI Express 3.0/4.0, HD...
Dynamic cable clamp suitable for rail power connectors
Mechatronics company, Stäubli Electrical Connectors, has announced that its MPC Modular Power Connector range is used in rail power applications. Where the cables are regularly moved, such as when connecting and disconnecting rolling stock, the cables need to be clamped where they enter the MPC to prevent damage from repeated flexing.
Ultra-low power transceiver suitable for Bluetooth 5
A low-voltage (0.8V) ultra-low-power Bluetooth 5 transceiver for IoT applications has been announced by imec and Renesas Electronics at the 2018 International Solid-State Circuits Conference in San Francisco (US). The low supply voltage enables a longer battery life, with up to 50% improvement.
Synchronous controller features integrated switching bias supply
Analog Devices has announced a 150V high efficiency (up to 99%) 4-switch synchronous buck-boost DC/DC controller, the Power by Linear LTC3777, which operates from input voltages above, below or equal to the regulated output voltage. Its 4.5-150V input voltage range operates from a high input voltage source or from an input that has high voltage surges, eliminating the need for external surge suppression devices, suitable for transp...
Low power GNSS module designed for fitness devices
Alpha Micro Components has announced the availability of the u-blox ZOE-M8B, a GNSS System-in-Package (SiP) that looks set to revolutionise small battery powered consumer devices, including portables and wearables. The ZOE-M8B SiP offers the best possible balance of power consumption and positional accuracy in its class.
DC-DC converters meet harsh railway applications
DC-DC converters designed specifically for use in railway applications from Murata are now available in Europe through TTI. With encapsulated circuitry for optimal thermal and vibration performance, the IR Series delivers power efficiency in an industry-standard half or quarter brick pinout, enabling designers to choose the most effective solution for cooling and power delivery.
DC/DC buck regulators simplify process of achieving EMI compliance
Two families of wide-VIN synchronous DC/DC buck regulators with ElectroMagnetic Interference (EMI) and thermal performance have been announced by Texas Instruments. The highly integrated 5A and 6A LM73605/6 and 2.5A and 3.5A LM76002/3 step-down voltage converters feature an optimised pinout and thermal co-efficient to simplify the process of achieving EMI compliance and higher reliability for rugged industrial and automotive power suppl...
Power supplies offer 20V output with slim connector
A 20V 60W power supply with Lenovo Slim connector for Thinkpad and other products is now available at GlobTek. The RR9LZ3000LENOVCIMR6B power supply is a IEC60601-1 medically certified power supply. In addition it has 60950-1 with LPS, UL1310, 62368, and 60335 certifications for a variety of applications. Alternate power ratings and configurations are available for Lenovo or other products.