u-blox has announced the SARA-R500E, its first cellular module with an embedded SIM chip (eSIM). Offering LTE-M connectivity, SARA-R500E is designed for size-constrained applications with high requirements in terms of robustness and security, such as connected healthcare and asset trackers. The first variant of the module will offer out-of-the-box connectivity on a North American LTE-M cellular […]
Hi-rel connector extends connection height to 17.15mm
To support the complete breadth of customer applications, Harwin adds another option to its popular Datamate series of high-reliability (Hi-Rel) connectors. Complementing the existing Datamate J-Tek connector range (fitted with jackscrews for secure mounting) with a 7.3mm board-to-board height when mated, the new female connector gives a significantly larger 17.15mm connection height. Providing more space […]
eFPGAs get military-grade security IP
Flex Logix Technologies, Inc. announced that it has partnered with Intrinsic ID to ensure that any device using its eFPGA remains secure and can’t be modified maliciously, whether through physical attacks or remote hacking. The integration of Intrinsic ID SRAM Physical Unclonable Function (PUF) military-grade security IP with Flex Logix’s EFLX eFPGA provides a device […]
Non-contact sensors provide reliable verification of thread presence or absence
The Measuring Division of Kaman Precision Products, Inc. precision non-contact position measuring systems, announces the availability of its improved ThreadChecker. This line of non-contact application-specific sensors provides rugged, reliable verification of thread presence or absence in nearly any electrically conductive material. The ThreadChecker is a teachable eddy current inspection tool, widely used for thread detection, […]
New 24-V MOSFETs target wireless earphone battery apps
Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation announced that the company has unveiled a new 24V Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor Field-Effect Transistor (MOSFET) for wireless earphone batteries. The new 24V MOSFET addresses the goal of battery designers for long battery life after a quick charge by reducing conduction loss. The core cell density of this new product has been increased by 30% […]
Protocol analyzers support TDM, IP and wireless networks, capture actual traffic
GL Communications Inc. addressed the press regarding their Protocol Analyzers which offer centralized monitoring and testing technologies for TDM, IP, and Wireless networks. Key Features include: Build Call Detail Records (CDR) and calculate statistics on captured calls such as Failed Calls, Successful Calls, Call Drops, etc; Save calls to disk for troubleshooting purposes; Capture traffic…
Rugged router features Junos vSRX Virtual Firewall
AMETEK Abaco Systems introduced the VSR8000, a fully rugged secure router featuring Juniper Networks Junos vSRX Virtual Firewall. This provides a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) line replaceable unit (LRU) version of the recently launched 3U VPX VSR347D. This fully ruggedized secure router is a clear indicator of Abaco’s commitment to offering a full networking solution. The […]
Leaded disk varistors boast smaller package size
TDK Corporation presents the new EPCOS B72314S2 series (AdvanceD S14 Compact) of leaded disk varistors. The series covers a wide operating voltage ranging from 175 VRMS to 625 VRMS. The maximum surge current capability of a single pulse current (8/20 µs) is up to 6000 A. Furthermore, they offer a multiple surge current capability of 3000 […]
SMD TCXOs offer ±2.5ppm frequency stability
Saelig Company, Inc. has launched a new range of surface-mount temperature-compensated crystal oscillators (TCXO) offering frequency stability as low as ±2.5ppm. The new EM211T series is available with CMOS outputs in frequencies from 10 to 60MHz. The standard output frequencies available are 12, 20, 24, 25, 26, 40, 50, and 60MHz. The components are housed […]
Waterproof USB connector with two new versions
Hirose has expanded its rugged, waterproof USB 2.0 Type-C connector offering to include two new variants. The new IP8X-rated CX90MW6 mid-mount and IPX4-rated CX90BW top mount connectors deliver rugged performance in a wide range of consumer, industrial, and automotive applications. Rated to IPX8 and IPX4 respectively, the waterproof connectors include a front sealing gasket that […]