Power
Desktop switchers range from 5-48VDC
Advanced Power Solutions (APS) announces the release of the APS56EMG series of 50W external desktop switchers, which are compliant with Level VI international efficiency standards going into effect in February of 2016.
Power management solutions for Altera's Arria 10 FPGAs
Linear Technology Corporation announces power management solutions for the Altera Arria 10 FPGA Development Kit. Linear’s solutions address key power requirements of the Arria 10 FPGA Development Kit and its supporting system blocks. For example, the LTC3877 VID Controller plus LTC3874 Phase Extender DC/DC Regulator provide 105A at 0.95V for the core rail from a 12V input.
600V power MOSFETs "approach perfect switching performance"
STMicroelectronics has extended its popular MDmesh M2 series of N-channel power MOSFETs with a family of devices that offer the industry’s highest power efficiencies for servers, laptops, telecomms and consumer applications, especially under light-load conditions. With these devices, designers can create switching power conversion solutions that are lighter and more compact, while more easily meeting increasingly stringe...
First mid-voltage MOSFET in an 8x8 dual cool package
Fairchild has introduced what the company claims to be the industry's first mid-voltage MOSFET technology in a Dual Cool 8x8mm package. The Dual Cool 88 MOSFET gives power conversion engineers a first-of-its-kind alternative to bulky D2-PAK packages at half the size with higher power density, superior efficiency and better cooling via air flow above and beneath the package.
The world’s first kinetic energy recovery system for freight
Skeleton Technologies and Adgero SARL have developed the world’s first kinetic energy recovery system for road freight vehicles. The unique hybrid system is designed to reduce fuel consumption and associated emissions by up to 25%, and is optimised for intermodal road transport solutions.
AC-DC power supplies designed to cope with low temperatures
Now available from Dengrove Electronic Components is RECOM’s latest AC-DC power supplies featuring an extended operating temperature range allowing for use in areas where temperatures drop as low as -40°C. The RAC02-SE/277 and RAC03-SE/277 low-power modules have rated outputs of 2 or 3W respectively, with the 2W module now being offered with cables.
MOSFETs feature on resistance as low as 24mΩ
Featuring current ratings ranging from 2 to 120A, and on resistance as low as 24mΩ, the 650V X2-Class power MOSFETs have been introduced by IXYS. The devices are particularly suitable for high-efficiency, high-speed power switching applications.
Compact, rugged MOSFETs can be driven directly from MCU
DIY tools such as cordless drills and saws have to be handy and durable. Therefore, the electronic components used in the applications need to be space-saving and rugged. Infineon has extended its StrongIRFET Power MOSFET family, providing a solution that fulfills both requirements. The Logic Level StrongIRFETs can be driven directly from a MCU, saving space and cutting costs.
Turnkey kits bring power to the people, wirelessly
Integrated Device Technology has introduced groundbreaking turnkey wireless power kits that make integrating wireless charging easy, affordable and practical for a broad range of consumer electronics. The Qi-compliant transmitter and receiver reference kits deliver plug-and-play ease of integration, enabling engineers to incorporate wireless charging capabilities into their designs in a matter of hours.
TIA targets GPON optical network unit equipment
Designed for GPON Optical Network Unit (ONU) equipment, the M02027 TIA has been introduced by M/A-COM Technology Solutions (MACOM). The device enables GPON receivers to utilise lower cost PIN photodiodes while offering performance margin in the stringent GPON BOSA-on-Board environment. Offering outstanding power dissipation, the TIA delivers high sensitivity with PIN photodiodes and wide dynamic operating range.