Hard disk drives and solid state drives are known first and foremost as storage media for PCs and other computer systems, for portable media players and navigation systems. But they are also finding increased use in industrial applications, because these technologies allow for unheard-of flexibility and new opportunities for service and production management. Which one to choose though – HDD or SSD? By Waldemar Batke, Senior Marketing Manag...

Chilin Solutions has launched two ruggedized high-brightness outdoor LED displays in 55” (ODX55LBHa) and 46” (ODX46LBHa). The innovative enclosure design and optical treatment enable high-quality image performance in demanding outdoor environments. The displays are available at distributor Rutronik as of now.

KOA has launched the new wire-wound, unshielded power inductor of the LPC4545 series. The small-sized 4mm inductor (4.1x4.6mm) allows a higher rated DC current and has a lower DC resistance than 6mm inductors. The product is available at distributor Rutronik as of now.

Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente is exhibiting at embedded world (stand 1-318) under the motto ‘Meet tomorrow now!’. The focus is on the technological and logistical developments of tomorrow. Visitors to the trade fair can call up applications on touch-screens and view suitable components with their technical data.

Under the motto Meet tomorrow now!, Rutronik will be demonstrating its prowess as a global supplier of innovative electronic components and complete solutions at the electronica fair (hall A5, stands159 & 260). The broadliner will be focusing on technological and logistical developments of tomorrow, showing product trends and new releases for a wide variety of market segments based on example applications.

With the Oslon Signal, Osram Opto Semiconductors launches a new LED that currently boasts the world's brightest blue light. Made using a special thin-film chip technology, the Oslon Signal can be operated even at a high current while providing a sustained, powerful, bright blue light. This is crucial for the signal lights of the police and emergency services. The Oslon Signal is now available at distributor Rutronik.

Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente GmbH invited its most important suppliers to the Top 50 Supplier Conference. 215 participants from around the world were given an overview of the company, its supplier strategy as well as the medium and long-term business development. The focus was on the global positioning of Rutronik, concentrating on Asia and the alignment to vertical markets.

Rutronik has upgraded its portfolio with the new R0.25S series from RECOM in open frame SMD design with improved efficiency and extended ambient temperature. The compact 0.25W single output converters can be used in many industrial low power applications and are also approved for medical applications.

Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente GmbH will now be distributing the entire Redpine Signals product range throughout Europe. With 802.11n chipsets, modules and systems, Redpine offers integrated wireless solutions. The ultra low-power and high-performance products are ideal for applications in the medical, industrial, automotive, smart energy, building automation and high-end consumer markets. The US company also offers firmware, drivers, referen...

OSRAM Opto Semiconductors has added three colors to its TopLED Black Series 60° beam angle portfolio. The small powerful LEDs in black packages are now available not only in red and yellow but also in blue, green and orange. All five colors are available also with a 30° beam angle at distributor Rutronik now.

OSRAM Opto Semiconductors has added three colors to its TopLED Black Series 60° beam angle portfolio. The small powerful LEDs in black packages are now available not only in red and yellow but also in blue, green and orange. All five colors are available also with a 30° beam angle at distributor Rutronik now.

Omron Electronic Components has presented Rutronikwith a special European distributor award for the 2010/2011 year. The award has been given to Rutronik for unprecedented business growth during the last 12 months. 2010 was the first full year that Rutronik have held the Omron franchise in all European regions. During this time Rutronik sales of Omron switches, connectors, sensors and relays have grown faster than any other distributor in Omron&rs...

The innovative Brad® Micro-Change M12 Circular Hybrid Technology connector from Molex combines Cat 5e data speed and power supply for high signal integrity and excellent performance. By combining both the power and data lines in one M12 connector, the Micro-Change CHT reduces footprint in addition to both installation and cabling costs in Process and Automation Control and Industrial applications as well as in HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and A...

The Fastrax UC430 is a combination of a complete high-performance GPS receiver and an integrated chip antenna packed in a miniature form factor. At a size of only 9.6mm x 14.0mm x 1.95mm, the UC430 module also includes an antenna which is classifies it, according to Fastrax, as the world's smallest GPS antenna module.

The Fastrax UC430 is a combination of a complete high-performance GPS receiver and an integrated chip antenna packed in a miniature form factor. At a size of only 9.6mm x 14.0mm x 1.95mm, the UC430 module also includes an antenna which is classifies it, according to Fastrax, as the world’s smallest GPS antenna module. The product is designed for handheld computers, digital cameras, mobile phones, asset tracking devices, and other applicatio...

Telit Wireless Solutions has presented Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente GmbH with its 'Sales Excellence Award'. By doing so, one of the world's leading manufacturers of M2M communication is honouring Rutronik as the distributor that has recorded the greatest growth in Telit products and enjoyed outstanding success in its acquisition of new customers in the DACH region (Germany/Austria/Switzerland) during the past year

Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente GmbH will now be distributing the entire Renesas product range throughout Europe. Both companies are working together with particular intensity in the automotive sector: Renesas Electronics has selected Rutronik as its strategic automotive distributor for all of Europe. This means that Rutronik can now also supply automotive customers not previously directly served by Renesas. Other focus markets include Industr...

Rutronik has expanded its product range with XCede vertical backplane headers and right-angle daughter card receptacles designed for 25Gb/s performance. The XCede® connector platform provides a clear long-term migration path for customers who are designing equipment platforms that will need to evolve to enable higher speed signaling and higher levels of performance in future years.

Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente GmbH is adding to its service portfolio by offering customer advice and support strictly geared to their respective markets. To this end, the broadliner has established six “vertical market teams”. Each team pools the knowledge of all Rutronik Product Divisions in respect of a vertical market. Currently, customers have access to vertical market teams for lighting, medical, renewable energy, industrial, autom...

Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente GmbH will now be distributing the entire Renesas product range throughout Europe. Both companies are working together with particular intensity in the automotive sector: Renesas Electronics has selected Rutronik as its strategic automotive distributor for all of Europe. This means that Rutronik can now also supply automotive customers not previously directly served by Renesas. Other focus markets include Industr...