EAC certification, formerly known as the Russian GOST-R certification, implements a new logo (EAC mark), the implementation of the Customs Union (Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan) new certification system. From February 15, 2013, the new Customs Union (Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan) EAC certification system began, a total of three basic technical regulations: TR 004/2011: Low Voltage Products Regulations […]
Industrial
FPGA maker board available through Digi-Key
Microsemi has teamed up with Digi-Key Electronics, a global electronic components distributor, to provide the SmartFusion 2 system-on-chip (SoC) field programmable gate array (FPGA) maker board exclusively to Digi-Key’s global customer base. This low-cost evaluation platform lowers the barrier for hardware and firmware engineers to develop embedded applications for the ARM Cortex-M3 and 12K logic elements (LE) FPGA fabric […]
Bluetooth 5.0-compliant ICs address long-range communications applications
Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. (TAEC) announced that it has added two new devices to its lineup of ICs that are compliant with the Bluetooth low energy standard. The new TC35680FSG (featuring built-in flash memory) and TC35681FSG are well-suited to applications requiring long-range communication, including beacon tags, IoT devices and industrial equipment. Sample shipments will begin later […]
Electronic enclosures now in 10 sizes
ROLEC’s technoBOX ABS electronic enclosures are now available in 10 sizes, many of which are compatible with other standard products. Tough modern technoBOX is a cost-effective range of enclosures suitable for a wide range of industrial electronic and electrical applications. Separate screw channels outside the enclosure’s interior maximise the space available for components. The ergonomic and […]
Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) delivers high accuracy in high-vibration drone and robotics applications
At the 2018 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, USA, Bosch Sensortec launches the MEMS sensor BMI088, a high-performance Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) with outstanding vibration robustness, specifically designed for drone and robotics applications. BMI088 features an extremely stable gyroscope derived from Bosch’s proven automotive technology. The IMU delivers low noise and low drift […]
Wire-to-board connector system features compact size and retention security
The Micro-Lock Plus Wire-to-Board Connector System targets applications seeking high performance, compact size and retention security. Featuring a 1.5-A current rating, small footprint and positive latch, Molex has developed this comprehensive terminal solution for OEMs working in space-constrained environments. Designed for industries such as automotive, consumer, and industrial automation, the Micro-Lock Plus Connector System is […]
Single-chip balun for sub-1 GHz radio
STMicroelectronics has introduced a matched balun for its S2-LP 868-927MHz low-power radio transceiver to help engineers save board space and minimize RF-circuit design challenges in size- and cost-conscious products like IoT sensors, smart meters, alarms, remotes, building automation, and industrial controls. The 3.26mm2 BALF-SPI2-01D3 integrates all the impedance-matching and filtering components needed to connect an antenna […]
Isolated dc/dc converter modules target industrial uses with -40°C to +93°C operating range
TRACO POWER has announced the release of their TEQ 20WIR family of isolated, high performance DC/DC converter modules with ultra-wide 4:1 input ranges covering 9-160 VDC input requirements, an extended ambient operating temperature range from -40°C to +93°C and I/O isolation of 3000 VDC and come in a rugged metal case. These converters are designed […]
Connectors get a new outer shell design
The outer shell for the widely used Lemo S Series connector has been redesigned with an iconic “chocolate block” look. The S Series uses the half-moon insert configuration and is fully compatible with the existing S Series connectors that have been commercially available since the early 1960s. Both the straight plug and free receptacle now […]
Basics of AC, DC, and EC electric motors, Part 1— AC and DC
Electric motors – from tiny ones which advance a sheet of paper, to huge ones which power industrial machinery — are so common that we may not give them adequate consideration. Motors have a complex history and genealogy, which can be confusing to newcomers, Figure 1. Each motor subtype has unique characteristics which make it […]