Power
Standard battery pack includes prismatic semi-smart
RRC has enhanced its standard battery pack series to include a single-cell prismatic Li-Ion battery. It is characterised by a slim and compact design with high energy density. The special feature of this 1S1P configuration consists of the use of smart technology features in combination with a prismatic Li-ion cell.
Converter is designed for energy storage & recycling
Designed for energy storage systems with rechargeable batteries, the EZA2500-32048 bi-directional converter has been introduced by TDK-Lambda. This 2500W digitally controlled, compact 1U power supply can automatically change conversion direction from high voltage DC sources, powered by solar or wind, to 48VDC batteries and vice versa.
Step-down switching regulator is 95% efficient
A 42V input capable, high efficiency, dual synchronous, monolithic, step-down switching regulator has been introduced by Linear Technology. Featuring a dual channel design, the LT8616 delivers independent 2.5A and 1.5A continuous current to outputs as low as 0.8V.
DSCs are optimised for digital power applications
The 14-member dsPIC33EP “GS” family of DSCs (Digital Signal Controllers), introduced by Microchip, delivers the performance needed to implement more sophisticated non-linear, predictive and adaptive control algorithms at higher switching frequencies.
3000W AC/DC critical power supplies provide 2.04W/cm³
CUI has announced the introduction of a 3000W front-end AC/DC power supply for mission critical (N+1) redundant applications. The PSE-3000-48 delivers a power density of 2.04W/cm3 and achieves Platinum efficiency in a standard 1U package measuring 40.64x101.6x355.6mm. The power supply is preset to output 48VDC with an adjustable output from 42 to 55V for wireless and broadcast applications.
Motor driver delivers smooth motion & accurate positioning
Set to debut at PCIM Europe 2015, the powerSTEP driver from STMicroelectronics delivers the advantages of compact motor-control design for high power applications. The integrated stepper-motor driver system-in-package offers an unprecedented power density of up to 500W/cm2, enabling cost-effective systems that deliver better performance and reliability without sacrificing flexibility or ruggedness.
AC/DC power modules are fully waterproof
A series of fully waterproof AC/DC power modules have been introduced by MTM Power. The PM-IP67A series is comprised of 50, 75, 100 and 200W devices.
ADCs & DVGA combine for high performance & low power
Texas Instruments has announced ADS54J60, the industry’s first 16-bit 1-GS/s ADC, achieving over 70dBFS SNR at 1GS/s, as well as its high density four-channel 14-bit 500MSP/s ADC, the ADS54J54. To optimise the signal chain, TI’s 4.5GHz LMH6401 fully differential DVGA offers the widest bandwidth with DC coupling and allows signal acquisition of low and high frequencies without the limitation of baluns used in AC-coupled syste...
Desk-top mini DC UPS provides a 12VDC output
A desk-top mini UPS, from Powersolve, provides a 12VDC output in the event of an AC mains failure. The PUPS22-12 works from a 12VDC input using an AC-DC adapter such as Powersolve’s ESA36-12 and simply plugs in between the adaptor and the load. According to Powersolve, the UPS is suitable for powering networking devices such as routers and other low power devices.
Compact dual LDO regulator offers high accuracy
A dual 300mA LDO regulator that offers high 1% output accuracy and a low quiescent current of 50μA is currently being offered from Diodes Incorporated. The AP7344 features a small package to suit battery-powered consumer products such as cameras, smart phones and tablets.