IDEC Corporation has released a free firmware upgrade enabling new and existing MicroSmart FC6A Plus PLC CPUs to support the industry-standard MQTT protocol. The upgrade can be downloaded to the FC6A CPU, so it is easy for users to connect all types of field data to on-site and cloud-based brokers, and make the information readily […]
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Half-bridge PCBs help evaluate GaN drivers, transistors
GaN Systems announced the release of two 650V half-bridge daughter cards (30A and 60A), which provide an ultra-versatile platform to evaluate GaN drivers and transistors. The evaluation cards are available in two power levels, up to 3kW (GS-EVB-HB-66508B-RN) and up to 6kW (GS-EVB-HB-66516T-RN), and include the Renesas RAA226110 low-side GaN FET driver. These cards are the industry’s […]
Single IC integrates power, voltage, and current monitoring, reinforced isolation
Allegro MicroSystems announced the launch of the ACS37800, a Hall-effect power monitoring IC for single-phase AC and DC solutions in a small PCB footprint. Another industry-first innovation, Allegro’s ACS37800 is an integrated power monitoring chip that allows simultaneous measurement of power, voltage, and current for AC and DC signals with an isolation rating of up […]
Connectors now support Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat6a performance levels
Stewart Connector expands the SealJack Cable Applied Connector series to support Cat 6a applications. The SealJack Cable Applied Connector series now supports Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat6a performance levels through IP67 plug kits, cable assemblies, and cable applied jacks. The SealJack Cable Applied Connector series is a unique IP67 rated connector system that offers versatility and reliable […]
Miniature FPC connector for portable electronic applications
Hirose has developed a space saving flexible printed circuit (FPC) connector with a single-action lock for portable electronic applications. With a height of only 0.9 mm and a 0.3 mm pitch, the FH72 Series is suited for applications like consumer devices, gaming, industrial, medical, wearables and more. The FH72 series has a rugged design with […]
eGaN FETs target USB-C chargers, PoL conveters
Efficient Power Conversion Corporation advances the performance capability of low voltage, off-the-shelf gallium nitride transistors with the introduction of the EPC2055 (3 mΩ, 40 V) eGaN FET. This device is ideal for applications with demanding requirements for performance in space-constrained form factors including USB-C battery chargers and ultra-thin point-of-load (POL) converters. Other low-voltage applications benefiting from […]
M8 12-pin high-density male connectors for sensor and automation applications
Binder USA LP has expanded its M8 product portfolio with 12-pin M8 male panel-mount connectors with dip-soldered contacts. The new connectors are part of binder’s Series 768/718, which is designed for signal and data transmission applications, including: Industry 4.0 automation, sensor arrangements, and industrial cameras, as well as measurement and control technology. The male and […]
Air quality sensor platform carries waterproof rating
Renesas Electronics Corporation expanded its popular ZMOD4410 Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) sensor platform with the industry’s first software-configurable IP67-qualified waterproof option for IAQ applications operating in wet or dirty environments such as kitchens, bathrooms, and hospital rooms, where they are frequently exposed to water, oils, and dust. The firmware-configurable waterproof ZMOD4410 sensor features a unique hermetically sealed package […]
AC-DC open-frame 600-W supplies feature high peak power, high start-up currents
The ABC601 Series of open-frame power supplies are candidates for both industrial and medical applications and are available in a variety of single output voltages. The ABC601 Series provides a steady 600 W of regulated dc power through the full 85 to 305 Vac input range with 800 W, 10 sec peak capability. The series […]
Kit speeds speeds design of high-current toroidal choke circuits
Signal Transformer announces their High Current Toroidal Choke (HCTC) and High Current Toroidal (HCTI) Design Kit Combination. Featuring 16 of their most popular HCTC and HCTI Series components in a convenient compartmented case, the wide assortment supports power conversion engineers with a high degree of flexibility during their design and selection process. The HCTC and […]