Bourns, Inc. announced an addition to its next-generation gas discharge tube (GDT) product line with the introduction of a high-voltage 2-electrode overvoltage protector family. The Bourns Model GDT28H Series is designed to meet the protection requirements of today’s powerline equipment for general industrial use while also addressing the fast-growing need for solutions in the electrification of […]
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SiC Schottky barrier diodes handle 1200 V
Bourns, Inc. announced its first 650 V – 1200 V Silicon Carbide (SiC) Schottky Barrier Diodes (SBDs). The Bourns SiC SBD line consists of six models engineered to provide excellent current carrying and thermal capabilities and high power density for increased performance and reliability. These capabilities make Bourns SiC SBDs optimal high-efficiency power conversion solutions for the growing variety […]
Automotive inductors handle temperatures to 150C
Bourns, Inc. announced a new AEC-Q200 compliant, automotive grade semi-shielded power inductor series that features a high operating temperature range from -40 °C up to 150 °C. The Bourns Model SRN8040HA Series is constructed using the company’s advanced magnetic silicon-based coating technology that offers superior magnetic shielding while also enabling higher operating temperatures. Bourns’ new high-temperature inductors are designed to […]
Planar transformers pump out up to 70 W for DC-DC converters
Bourns, Inc. introduced its Model PLN0xx-ED21 Series Planar Transformers with the advanced features needed to meet today’s high frequency, smaller space power conversion application requirements. These forward converter transformers are designed to deliver outstanding high volumetric power density, low loss, and exceptional efficiency in a compact, low-height profile design. Bourns Model PLN0xx-ED21 Series Planar Transformers also are […]
Gas-discharge tube surge arrestors feature low capacitance, insertion loss
Bourns, Inc. expanded its next-generation Gas Discharge Tube (GDT) line with a 3-electrode surface mount product family. With the introduction of its Model GDT35 Series, Bourns continues to set the standard for breakthrough overvoltage surge arrestor performance by significantly heightening the level of protection against voltage transients caused by lightning or accidental contact with AC power lines, offering […]
Shielded power bead inductors feature high current ratings, low dc resistance
Bourns, Inc. introduced five new shielded power bead inductor series that features high-rated current, ferrite-based shielded construction, and extremely low DC resistance from 72 to 440 nH. Bourns designed the new Model SPB0705, SPB1005, SPB1007, SPB1012, and SPB1308 series to match the enhanced efficiency, low magnetic field radiation, and reduced power loss requirements in a broad variety of multi-phase integration […]
High-power shunt resistors feature metal sensing pins for accurate high-current measurement
Bourns, Inc. announced an extension to its Model CSM2F Series power shunt resistor portfolio with 12 new series. This new series feature riveted through-hole metal sensing pins meeting the growing need for accurate positioning of voltage sense points in high current applications. These latest additions to the Bourns Model CSM2F Series shunt resistor family are engineered using […]
HIgh-power resistors feature low TCR, pulse-load capability
Bourns, Inc. introduced its new high-power resistor series that features a robust metal strip resistive element offering excellent pulse load capability and low-Temperature Coefficient of Resistance (TCR). These capabilities in the Bourns Model CRG2512 Series help increase resistor reliability making them optimal inrush current limiting solutions for capacitors, hot swaps, and snubber circuits in a broad […]
High-power fuses optimized for electric vehicle use
Bourns, Inc. announced a new POWrFuse High-Power Fuse model series. Bourns specifically designed the POWrFuse Model PF-K Series to meet ISO 8820-8 standards for the protection of high-voltage accessory circuits in electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs). These circuits are found in a variety of EV/HEV applications including electrical energy storage (ESS), battery disconnect units (BDUs), and […]
IGBTs feature FRDs and low thermal resistance
Bourns, Inc. entered the insulated-gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) market with the Company’s first high-efficiency 600 V/650 V discrete product line co-packaged with a fast recovery diode (FRD). Designed using advanced trench-gate field-stop technology that provides greater control of dynamic characteristics, the five new Bourns Model BID Series discrete IGBTs deliver lower collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) and lower switching losses compared […]
