Flex Power Modules introduces its first generation of DC products to address the growing need for higher energy efficiency levels in data center and cloud computing infrastructure. The new BMR481 DC-DC converter has an input range of 40-60V targeting 48-54V nominal supplies, and a programmable 0.5-1.35V output. The 12 x 27.7mm footprint ‘main’ module provides […]
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electronica 2018: Get smart, Get small, Get integrated
I thought I heard about 100 different languages spoken as I crisscrossed 17 halls over four days in Munich at electronica 2018 with an average of eight miles a day of walking. I was wrong. It was closer to 180 languages. Tens of thousands of attendees were laser-focused on simplifying design and integrating devices and […]
Nanopower PMIC maximizes battery life, minimizes board area
Dialog Semiconductor plc announced its first fully-integrated nanopower PMICs for IoT applications, the DA9070 and DA9073. The new, more powerful PMICs build on the success of Dialog’s first nanopower offerings, further highlighting how Dialog has pushed the boundaries of its PMIC technology to improve low-power IoT applications. Today’s ‘always-on’ IoT devices such as fitness trackers, […]
98.5%-efficient high voltage BLDC motor driver eliminates heat sinks, doubles life of board
The move away from AC-DC motors to brushless DC (BLDC) motors reflects a disruptive change and Power Integrations has seized the opportunity to enter the highly integrated, highly efficient billion dollar motor drive market with their BridgeSwitch integrated half-bridge (IHB) motor driver IC family. “We saw the increasing adoption of BLDC motors worldwide in industrial […]
New Anglissimo connector for outdoor applications
LEMO is showcasing a new Anglissimo connector for outdoor applications at Electronica 2018 in Hall B3 Booth 141. This new connector design of the T series is available in size 0T, 1T and 2T is watertight with an IP68 protection class. The Anglissimo is an elbow plug connector that prevents cable clutter by easily adjusting the cable output […]
USB Type-C/PD controller IC enables 3-A current delivery
FTDI Chip has introduced the USB power delivery technology necessary to go beyond the powering of consumer electronics products and support the elevated current levels required by larger items of electronic equipment. The FT4233H is an advanced bridge IC with USB Type-C connectivity and USB power delivery (PD) Rev. 3.0 controller capabilities – supporting applications […]
Bluetooth 5.0 long range-compliant RF module comes in miniature SIP package
Insight SiP is launching the ISP1807-LR module, which it believes to be the first fully Bluetooth 5.0 Long Range compliant RF module in a miniature SIP package. It measures only 8x8x1 mm, making it the smallest of its type available. This miniature BLE module is based on the nRF52840 chip from Nordic Semiconductor and represents the […]
Fanless 1-kW modular power supply billed as a first
Excelsys Technologies announced the launch of the CoolX1000 fanless 1000W modular power supply. Packaged in a compact 6.5 x 10 x 1U U-channel design, the CoolX1000 provides up to 1000W without any requirement for fan or base plate cooling, eliminating acoustic noise detrimental to scientific and medical applications, as well as applications sensitive to vibration or where […]
TE Connectivity to present ‘Tech Talks’ on the trends shaping the connected home market
TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, invites visitors to their stand (Hall B2, Stand #225) at electronica to sit in on TE’s “Tech Talks” series focused on the latest trends in connected home technology. On site, TE’s experts will be presenting two talks on trends in the connected home, including the […]
GaN Systems to demonstrate size, weight, power, and system cost benefits of GaN at electronica 2018
GaN Systems will show visitors how customers are achieving higher levels of performance in power electronics at electronica 2018 taking place in Munich on November 13-16. The company will share key observations and insights on the automotive sector and showcase its latest solutions and design tools at the GaN Systems booth located in Hall B5, Booth 430. […]