Many of these lines are already high-selling commodity products that are highly desirable to existing customers. RS is also working closely with Panasonic to further expand the product range.
Some of the key introductions include: an extended range of ERA Precision thin-film resistors that are stable at high temperature and humidity and feature AEC-Q200 qualification with excellent linearity and low current noise; FKS-V aluminium electrolytic capacitors that feature small size, surface-mount capability and high temperature to endure 105° for 2000 hours; and new ECWFE flame-retardant plastic film capacitors, which have a small size, low inductive construction, and a flame retardant case.
Other important lines are: an extended range of high-power ERJP anti-surge resistors that are suitable for both flow and reflow soldering and are AEC-Q200 qualified; an extended range of ERJ thick-film resistors, which are AEC-Q200 qualified and suitable for both flow and reflow soldering; and AEC-Q200-qualified ETQP automotive power-choke coils with high heat resistance of up to 150°.
RS is also able to provide components in larger quantities; packaged in tubes, trays or reels to be fed directly into automatic pick-and-place machines to meet the needs of OEM and CEM customers.