TDK Corporation announces the introduction of the TDK-Lambda brand CUS350MP-1000 AC-DC medical and industrial certified power supplies. Capable of providing 500W with external airflow (1,000W peak), the series is rated at 350W when convection cooled and can deliver peaks of 800W for up to 5s. This makes the CUS350MP-1000 suitable for low audible noise applications […]
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Buck dc-dc converter ICs sport built-in MOSFETs
ROHM Semiconductor announced two new bucks DC/DC converter ICs with built-in MOSFET – the BD9G500EFJ-LA and BD9F500QUZ – ideal for applications supporting high voltages and currents in factory automation equipment (e.g., PLCs / inverters, and 5G base stations that handle high power). Recent years have seen evolving markets of battery-driven applications and advanced industrial equipment, such as 5G […]
650-V IGBTs target PFC apps in A/C, welding
Infineon Technologies AG introduces the new 650 V TRENCHSTOP 5 WR6 family in discrete housing. The family comes in a TO-247-3-HCC package and offers a broad portfolio comprising 20 A, 30 A, 40 A, 50 A, 60 A, and 70 A current ratings. The devices can easily be used for replacing previous technologies like Infineon’s […]
5.0-in TFT LCD module includes capacitive touch panel
Display solutions and Review Display Systems Inc. (RDS) has announced the availability of a new 5.0-inch TFT display module. The custom-modified 5.0-inch TFT LCD has WVGA (800 x 480 pixel) resolution, implements in-plane switching |(IPS) technology, offers an integrated capacitive touch panel, and supports an integrated LVDS display interface. Exceptional optical performance is guaranteed with […]
LVDT signal conditioner improves sensor performance over large temperature swings
NewTek Sensor Solutions introduces a new series of Difference/Sum LVDT Signal Conditioners that improve a sensor’s performance during large temperature variations. By measuring the difference of the output over the sum (S1-S2)/(S1+S2), the NTC-6000-DS Quick-Cal LVDT Signal Conditioner compensates for changes in resistance in copper windings due to temperature fluctuations. As a result, the Ratiometric […]
Bipolar-output SMT dc-dc converters target high-voltage gate driver apps
Murata has announced the availability of its MGJ2 series, a new line of surface mount DC-DC converters. Comprised of six models, the lightweight units each have a 2 W power rating and are supplied in a compact, low-profile form factor modules measuring just 19.49mm x 14.99mm x 4.39mm dimensions. Available in 12 V and 15 […]
Robust stainless-steel switch designed for indoor or outdoor public use
SCHURTER brings optical sensing to conventional switching, with its new TTS Touchless Switch. The TTS is a robust stainless-steel switch, designed for indoor or outdoor public use to prevent the spread of pathogens. The COVID-19 pandemic has greatly raised awareness about the transmission of viruses and bacteria via surfaces, particularly as it relates to man […]
Humidity sensor ICs feature low drift in harsh conditions
Texas Instruments introduced the first devices in a new family of humidity sensors that provide the industry’s highest reliability and accuracy and the lowest power consumption – along with built-in protection of sensing elements. The HDC3020 and HDC3020-Q1 will allow engineers to create more reliable industrial and automotive systems that withstand potential damage caused by moisture, […]
Infrared-based dynamic gesture sensor detects far-away hand gestures
Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. introduced the next generation of its infrared-based dynamic optical sensor, able to sense a broader range of gestures at extended distances. The MAX25405 detects wider proximity of movement and doubles the sensing range to 40cm when compared to earlier generations, all in a quarter of the size and at 10x lower […]
Ruggedized dc/dc converters help keep ocean water clean
Ruggedized power modules now play a role in minimizing the contamination of sea water from the world’s shipping industry. Axel Schütz, TRACO Power There are more than 90,000 ships of various types and sizes on the seven seas: Cargo and container ships, oil, gas and chemical tankers, ferries, tugboats and so forth. One aspect common […]