TDK Corporation announces the introduction of the 300W-rated TDK-Lambda RGC series of ruggedized non-isolated DC-DC converters. Operating from an input voltage of 9 to 53V, the step-up/step-down converters deliver output voltages that can be adjustable from 9.6 to 48V or 5 to 28V with output currents of up to 12.5A. The series is designed to […]
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Power electronics technology efficiently converts AC to DC without PFC inductor
Saelig Company, Inc. has announced Pulsiv OSMIUM, a novel patented power electronics technology for efficiently converting AC to DC that involves charging/discharging a small storage capacitor without the need for a PFC inductor. The OSMIUM microcontroller family and supporting components can be combined with commodity flyback DC-DC converters to displace higher-cost LLC solutions, achieving an […]
Conduction cooled, fanless, 3-phase power supply delivers 3.5 kW
COSEL Co, Ltd announced the launch of the HCA3500TF, a fanless 3-phase / 3-wire 3500W AC/DC enclosed power supply, designed and optimized for industrial equipment such as high-frequency amplifiers, laser processing machines, and robotics. Addressing worldwide applications and 3-Phase Delta or 3-Phase Star networks, the HCA3500TF input voltage covers a wide operating range of 180VAC […]
The crucial role of thermal interface materials
As electrical engineers, we are always searching for new and innovative ways to optimize the performance of our devices. However, one often overlooked aspect of electronic design is the management of heat. Excessive heat can have disastrous effects on the performance, reliability, and longevity of electronic components. This is where Thermal Interface Materials (TIMs) come […]
February 2023 Special Edition: Power Electronic Handbook
In this issue: Extended Power Range GaN-based USB-C adapters and chargers deliver increased performance An innovative, highly integrated combo controller for the joint control of the PFC and the hybrid flyback stage. How to control dc microgrids Microgrids are a great way to power locations where grid connections are unreliable, though it can be tricky […]
AC-DC front-end power supply converts up to 277 V AC into 42 – 58 V DC
Bel Fuse Inc announces the expansion of its portfolio to include the TET3600-48-104RA, a 3.6 kW Titanium efficient AC-DC front-end power supply that can convert up to 277 VAC into a main adjustable (42-58 VDC) output for powering high-performance Datacenter, Network, Industrial and Broadcast applications. The TET3600 delivers a power density of 56 W/in3 and […]
SMD current shunt resistors offer resistance values as low as 0.2 mΩ
Stackpole’s popular HCS series raised element SMD current shunt resistors to offer resistance values as low as 0.2 milliohm and power ratings up to 10W, which allows the HCS to sense currents up to 224 amps. In addition, TCR for the HCS is ±50 ppm for a wide range of values which ensures accurate sensing […]
650 V SiC diodes operate at 650 and 1200 V
Nexperia introduced a 650 V Silicon Carbide (SiC) Schottky diode designed for power applications that require ultra-high performance, low loss, and high efficiency. The 10 A, 650 V SiC Schottky diode is an industrial-grade part that addresses the challenges of demanding high voltage and high current applications. These include switched-mode power supplies, AC-DC and DC-DC […]
Synchronous buck converters provide offer output current ratings of 5A and 8A
Diodes Incorporated has announced new additions to its synchronous buck converter portfolio. With continuous output current ratings of 5A and 8A respectively, the AP62500 and AP62800 offer the flexibility engineers need to develop point-of-load (POL) solutions that are optimized for either efficiency or size. Enabling compact implementations with a minimal component count, these devices are targeted at […]
Transformers address aerospace applications
Vanguard Electronics is launching a new line of space-saving power converters, the Auto Transformer Rectifier Unit, or ATRU series. The line ranges from units with 2 kW to 10 kW power ratings and includes the TRU-12-2, TRU-12-5, TRU-18-5, TRU-18-10, TRU-30-5, and TRU-30-10 models. Ideal for military applications and avionics where space and weight are at […]
