Passives
New small size power relay for use in photovoltaic inverters
An innovative, small size power relay for use in photovoltaic inverters is the latest product development from Tyco Electronics for modern photovoltaic systems. The PCFN power relays enable the smooth supply of solar power to the network. In case of an emergency the devices cut the feed between the photovoltaic system and the national grid, as demanded by today’s security regulations.
Lorlin Sub-Miniature Rotary Switch
Lorlin Electronics, has announced the introduction of its new MT sub-miniature rotary switch, coded the MT series. Suitable for though panel or on-PCB switching applications the MT series offers up to 8 switching positions in a 9.5mm diameter x 6.4mm high TO5 style moulded package.
Liquid Level Control Relays
Sensing and instrumentation specialist Vydas International has announced a wide range of liquid level control relays designed to detect and control the level of electrically conductive liquids in tanks, wells and containers. Manufactured by Lovato Electric, this is a simple and cost effective solution to level detection and start-up priority change control.
Avago's Optocouplers Target Industrial Applications
Avago Technologies has announced a new family of multi-channel phototransistor optocouplers to complement its existing single-channel product line. The company is a leading supplier of innovative semiconductor solutions for advanced communications, industrial and commercial applications.
High-reliability switches tested to more than 110 million operations
Cherry Electrical Products will display its brand new DS switch at the Southern Manufacturing show in February. Fitting the mounting dimensions of popular V3 snap-action switches, devices offers increased reliability and a solid state sinking output using hall-effect technology.
Tiny AVX Inductor offers tolerance as tight as 0.05nH
AVX has released a tight tolerance L0402 LGA inductor based on thin-film technology, providing excellent high frequency performance and rugged construction for reliable automatic assembly. Thin film technology allows for the deposition of low ESR line width structures to the micron and below level. These small structures yield extremely tight tolerance inductors in virtually any value, and as tight as 0.05nH in low value 0402 devices.
Limit switch range provides thousands of options
Carlo Gavazzi has introduced a comprehensive range of over 8000 limit switches to complement its existing portfolio of position and level sensors. Developed in response to customer demand, the switches are offered in thousands of body, head and contact-block options, both standard limit switches and safety types. There are models with plastic and metal bodies in six different sizes, 10 contact-block variants and over 50 alternative heads in plast...
Avago Expands Dual-Supply Voltage Optocoupler Family
Avago Technologies has announced the latest addition to its line of high-speed digital CMOS optocouplers. At 25 Megabaud (MBd), the new ACPL-772L is the industry's fastest, dual-supply voltage (3.3 V and 5 V) optocoupler in a DIP-8 package. With its unprecedented speed and the ability to support up to 5 kV in isolation voltage protection, the ACPL-772L is ideal for not only high-speed data-line transmission applications, but also those operating ...
2- and 4-pole power relays from Finder
Finder has announced an update to its 56 series relays, which now provide enhanced functionality during installation and test. The updated series of 2-pole and 4-pole power relays feature as standard on all models a test button and mechanical indicator for manual operation during test and commissioning.
Ultra-slim Scrollwheel Input Device for Portables from Avago
Avago Technologies has introduced an easy to use ultra-slim scrollwheel input device for use in mobile phones, portable audio and video players, and entertainment consoles. The company is a leading supplier of innovative semiconductor solutions for advanced communications, industrial and commercial applications.