Senseeker Engineering announced the availability of the Neon RD0033, an advanced digital readout integrated circuit (DROIC) with low-noise performance, triple-gain modes, and a 10 μm pitch pixel with a capacitive trans-impedance amplifier (CTIA) front-end circuit. The Neon DROIC was developed for low-light applications such as short-wave Infrared (SWIR) and low-current detector technologies such as quantum […]
GaN driver sinks and sources up to 3A gate current to connected transistor
STMicroelectronics’ first galvanically isolated gate driver for gallium-nitride (GaN) transistors, the STGAP2GS, trims dimensions, and bill-of-materials costs in applications that demand superior wide-bandgap efficiency with robust safety and electrical protection. The single-channel driver can be connected to a high-voltage rail up to 1200V, or 1700V with the STGAP2GSN narrow-body version, and provides gate-driving voltage up […]
Op amp designed for current sending and signal detection in automotive applications
Diodes Incorporated releases a high-precision operational amplifier (op amp) featuring input offset (VOS) stabilization for automotive signal conditioning applications. The micro-power AS333Q, a single-channel version of the dual-channel AS2333Q op amp, is designed for current sensing and signal detection in a broad range of in-vehicle functions, including airbags, position sensors, vehicle occupant detection sensors, on-board […]
Copolymer resins enhance durability of components in EVs and battery storage applications
SABIC introduced three new LNP CRX copolymer resins to give customers in the mobility and industrial sectors new material options that can resist both harsh chemicals and challenging environmental conditions. The new specialized polycarbonate (PC) copolymer-based LNP CRX products deliver the chemical resistance expected from this portfolio, in combination with exceptional weather ability (UL74C F1 […]
TVS components targeted at EV and EV-charging circuit protection
ProTek Devices has introduced a couple of TVS components targeted at delivering circuit protection across a variety of electric vehicle (EV) systems including hybrid electric vehicles, charging systems, and automotive electronic control units (ECU). One is a 7,000 Watt TVS component and the other is 11,000 Watts. The 7,000 Watt TVS is the PAM7KSMDJ24CAP […]
Modular blocks with tool-free installation simplify in-field operation
Omni Pro Electronics has announced the EBY Electro new EB4862 Series of Easy-Wiring “Screwless” Terminal Blocks. These modular push-button terminal blocks are ergonomically designed, come in 30 positions, and can be color-coded to prevent improper wiring. The blocks are designed with a finger-friendly lever that requires a fraction of the force of other ‘push-button’ terminal blocks. […]
Safe compact encoders for autonomous vehicles
Safe angle and speed measurement is a key requirement in vehicles, including autonomous industrial trucks. This is possible with functionally safe and certified encoders with a suitable safety interface on rotary axes or drive motors. Autonomous vehicles can quickly approach their target positions with safe position and speed data. Monitoring by compact safety encoders helps […]
Adaptive SoC streamlines complex semiconductor-design verification
AMD announced the AMD Versal Premium VP1902 adaptive system-on-chip (SoC), the world’s largest1 adaptive SoC. The VP1902 adaptive SoC is an emulation-class, chipset-based device designed to streamline the verification of increasingly complex semiconductor designs. Offering 2X2 the capacity over the prior generation, designers can confidently innovate and validate application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs) and SoC designs to help bring […]
Multi-RF board-to-board connector combines digital and RF signals
Hirose has released a multi-RF board-to-board connector that provides a size reduction of up to 71% compared to conventional designs. With the industry’s smallest width of only 2.2 mm, the BM56 Series supports multiple RF and digital signals with one board-to-board connector. By combining digital and RF signals into a single connector, the BM56 Series […]
SiC Schottky barrier diodes handle 1200 V
Bourns, Inc. announced its first 650 V – 1200 V Silicon Carbide (SiC) Schottky Barrier Diodes (SBDs). The Bourns SiC SBD line consists of six models engineered to provide excellent current carrying and thermal capabilities and high power density for increased performance and reliability. These capabilities make Bourns SiC SBDs optimal high-efficiency power conversion solutions for the growing variety […]