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30W Medical Wallmount Adaptors Meet CEC Level IV Compliance
Power Sources Unlimited has introduced the Cincon TR30RAM Series of 30W, wallmount, medical grade, AC/DC switching power adaptors that are now compliant to CEC Level IV Standards. The TR30RAM Series accepts a universal 90-264VAC input, with the convenience of interchangeable AC plugs and has fully regulated single outputs ranging from 5VDC to 24VDC. All models feature a compact form factor or 4.28 x 2.44 x 1.44in.
Miniature current monitor saves portable battery life
Diodes Incorporated has announced a miniature current monitor delivering what it says is the world’s smallest solution size for battery current measurement in portable applications. Packaged in the thin 4-pin 1.2mm x 1.8mm DFN package, the ZXCT1023 will support system management functions aimed at extending active run times.
Space-saving digital power management IC features Zilker Labs’ patented technology
Intersil has introduced the ZL2008, a high-performance synchronous step-down DC-DC converter with pin-strap compensation and current sharing. Taking advantage of Zilker’s patented Digital-DC™ technology, the ZL2008 is designed for digital power supply module and system designers who demand easy-to-use board-level power supply configuration to keep ahead of rapidly changing market requirements.
Tiny High Voltage LDO from Linear Technology Has 3uA IQ
Linear Technology has announced the LT3008, the newest member in a family of high voltage, micropower PNP-based LDOs featuring ultralow quiescent current of just 3uA. The LT3008 has high input voltage capability, spanning 2.0V to 45V with an adjustable output voltage ranging from 0.6V to 36V. The IC delivers up to 20mA output current with a corresponding low dropout voltage of only 300mV. Output tolerance is tightly regulated to within ±2% over ...
Photo flash and backlight driver ICs optimise power efficiency in phone designs
AnalogicTech has introduced a set of flash and backlight White LED drivers for the feature phone market. Offering new efficiencies in power usage in highly compact packages, the AAT3176 flash driver and the AAT3351 WLED driver help handset designers extend battery life and reduce product footprint.
6th Generation IGBT Modules from Mitsubishi Electric
Mitsubishi Electric is launching a new IGBT family using the latest 6th generation IGBT chips with advanced CSTBTTM (Carrier Stored Trench Gate Bipolar Transistor) technology and newly developed diode chips for an optimized loss performance.
STM's SMPS converters for Intelligent and More Rugged Energy-Saving Power Supplies
STMicroelectronics has introduced the VIPerPlus family of off-line SMPS (switched-mode power supply) converters. Following the successful introduction of the first device, VIPer17, in 2008, ST has added the VIPer15/16/25/27/28 devices to form a broad family of AC-DC converters that minimize both standby power consumption and the number of external components required, while enabling easy compliance with Blue Angel, Energy Star and other low-power...
Fairchild's Primary Side Regulation PWM Controllers Simplify Design in High Brightness LEDs
Fairchild Semiconductor addresses a critical need in the high brightness light emitting diodes market with its primary side regulation pulse-width modulation controllers that simplify design, reduce board space and provide important performance advantages. The FSEZ1016A is an EZSWITCH that integrates a PSR PWM controller with a power MOSFET and the FAN100 is a PSR PWM controller.
Powerstax at EDS
Powerstax will be attending the EDS (Electronic Distribution Show) in Las Vegas on May 12 -14 2009. Powerstax CEO, Tim Worley will be on booth number 4009 looking to develop and maintain business relationships with existing Powerstax sales channels in the USA and meet potential new Reps and Distributors.
10A highly integrated power module features PWM, drivers, MOSFETs and inductor in a tiny QFN package
Intersil has introduced the ISL8201M, a highly integrated Power Conversion Module that saves space, reduces cost, and simplifies design. The ISL8201M is a high-efficiency, low-noise, highly integrated DC/DC power solution in a thermally enhanced QFN package. Included in the package is a high performance PWM controller capable of switching at 600kHz, power MOSFETs, an inductor, and all the passive components required for a complete DC/DC power sol...