by Kishor Kanada, Allied Market Research Researchers from Somark Innovations launched biocompatible RFID ink that can be used for tattooing laboratory rats and cattle. The ink can be colored or invisible and uses RFID technology with no metals or chips. The usage of chipless RFID in the creation of ink would eliminate the issue of […]
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94-GHz clamshell BGA sockets handle Micron 1113FBGA packages
A new BGA socket design uses high-performance elastomer capable of 94mGHz for applications requiring a low inductance and wide temperature range. The GT-BGA-2154 socket is designed for the 29×29-mm package size and operates at bandwidths up to 94 GHz with less than 1 dB of insertion loss. The socket is designed with a clamshell lid, […]
Automotive-grade polymer chip caps exhibit low DCL, benign failure mode
AVX Corporation released the new TCO Series high-temperature, automotive-grade polymer chip capacitors, which are rated for operating temperatures up to 150°C at category voltage and meet AEC-Q200 Stress Test Qualification for Passive Components requirements, which ensure stable performance at 85°C, 85% relative humidity, and rated voltage for up to 1,000 hours. Based on AVX’s field-proven TCQ Series automotive […]
Non-magnetic RF inductors reach values up to 18 µH
A new non-magnetic RF thru-hole (leaded) inductor series, 28MG, was designed to address the market need for non-magnetic inductors that could achieve inductance values of up to 18 µH. This series is a candidate for use in medical imaging equipment and other applications where magnetic materials must be avoided, including use in telecommunications, security systems, […]
MLCCs feature low-resistance soft termination
TDK Corporation has expanded its CN series of multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) that are the first of their kind. The new products, 10 μF capacitance in 3216 size (3.2 x 1.6 x 1.6 mm) and 22 μF capacitance in 3225 size (3.2 x 2.5 x 2.5 mm), offer low-resistance soft termination with low terminal resistance […]
Sockets handle radiation-tolerant DDR4 memory multi-chip packages
The GRYPPER/G80 Socket handles the DDR4T04G72AZ, TELEDYNE’s – 4/8 GB radiation-tolerant DDR4 Memory Multi-Chip Package (MCP) Device. The Ironwood part number is GR1140-XXXX. Pricing for this socket is $811.00 each for (4-10) sockets with SAC305 solder balls, P/N: GR1140-0002, or Eutectic (Tin/Lead) – GR1140-0001 for attachment. Ironwood Electronics offers high performance test sockets and adapters […]
Small nichrome chip resistors handle 0.05 W
As design engineers continue to push the miniaturization of electronic devices while maintaining or increasing functionality, there is a corresponding need for smaller and more precise electronic components, such as chip resistors. If a precision application requires both small size and high-power handling, finding suitable precision resistors may be challenging. Stackpole recently increased the power […]
The practical magical first-order analog filter: Part 1
Finding the right analog filter to build a sensor circuit doesn’t have to be complicated. Understandably, the plethora of filter options can be overwhelming. Also, selecting a less-than-ideal filter may result in compromises, potentially increasing system cost, or affecting performance. To help simplify filter selection, this series of blogs explore key considerations when assessing your […]
An overview of filters and their parameters, Part 4: Time and phase issues
Understanding how filters are characterized is the first step in choosing an appropriate topology with suitable specifications. Thus far, we have focused on filters primarily in terms of their frequency response. However, it is equally legitimate to look at their time-domain and phase-related performance, and in many cases, just as or even more important. Q: […]
An overview of filters and their parameters, Part 3: Key parameters
Understanding how filters are characterized is the first step in choosing an appropriate topology with suitable specifications. This part looks at the basics of filter characterization and parameters. Q: What is an example of a very basic filter? A: The most common analog filter is the single-stage low-pass RC filter (Figure 1). It is often […]