Littelfuse, Inc. announced the extension of its ITV2718 surface-mountable Li-ion battery protector series. These fuses safeguard Li-ion battery packs against overcurrent and overcharging (overvoltage) conditions—even when fast charging. The latest addition, the ITV2718, provides a five-amp, three-terminal fuse in a 2.7 x 1.8 mm footprint. The innovative design utilizes an embedded fuse and heater element combination…
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IC protects battery backup systems from too much voltage and current
Littelfuse, Inc.has revealed the newest member of its eFuse Protection IC lineup, the LS0502SCD33S. This novel development introduces the Single Cell Super Capacitor Protection IC, tailored explicitly for charging backup power sources under extreme conditions, setting a new benchmark in the sector. Backup power is essential in numerous settings, but lithium-ion batteries’ limited temperature tolerance […]
Trigger alerts when Li-ion batteries get too hot
TTape from Littelfuse, set of temperature-triggered switches, raises a bit that indicate hot batteries. Li-ion batteries can get hot, which can cause failures or worse in the products they power. Thus, it’s important to monitor their temperature and act before damage occurs. You can monitor temperature with a set of thermocouples, scan them, and write…
TTape: A simple way to monitor Li-ion battery-pack temperature
A set of temperature-triggered switches alerts you to hot batteries. Li-ion batteries can get hot, which can cause failures or worse in the products they power. Thus, it’s important to monitor their temperature and act before damage occurs. You can monitor temperature with a set of thermocouples, scan them, and write software to produce an […]
TMR sensors improve sensitivity and power efficiency
Littelfuse, Inc. announced the release of its highly anticipated 54100 and 54140 miniature Tunnel Magneto-Resistance (TMR) effect sensors. These sensors offer unmatched sensitivity and power efficiency, revolutionizing the magnetic sensing industry. The key differentiator of the 54100/54140 sensors is their remarkable sensitivity and 100x improvement in power efficiency compared to Hall Effect sensors. These sensors offer […]
Driver uses floating voltage source to control discrete standard power MOSFETs and IGBTs
Littelfuse, Inc. announced the launch of the FDA117 Optically Isolated Photovoltaic Driver. This innovative product generates a floating power source, making it an exceptional choice for isolated switching applications in a wide range of industries. The FDA117 is specifically designed to control discrete standard power MOSFETs and IGBTs using a floating voltage source, ensuring isolation […]
Circuit Protection Basics: What’s best for your overcurrent protection needs?
Understanding the differences between fuses, PTC devices, and eFuse protection ICs By Pete Pytlik, FAE Manager, Littelfuse, Inc. Virtually every piece of electrical and electronic equipment requires various circuit protection devices to comply with safety and performance standards. Properly selected protection devices will help improve end-product uptime, sustainability, and reliability, reduce the risk of shock […]
Reed sensors fit into small spaces
Littelfuse, Inc. announced the release of its latest innovative product, the 59001 Reed Sensor. This miniature D-shaped cylindrical reed sensor offers a compact size, high performance, and customization options, making it an ideal choice for various industrial, appliances, and IoT proximity sensing applications. The key differentiator of the 59001 Reed Sensor lies in its compact […]
eFuse protects supercapacitors from excessive voltage and current
Littelfuse, Inc. announced the latest addition to the eFuse Protection ICs product line of versatile circuit protection devices, the LS0502SCD33. This pioneering innovation marks a significant milestone in the industry, providing the eFuse Super Capacitor Protection IC, a cutting-edge solution designed specifically for backup power charging applications in harsh environments. In many applications where backup […]
Power MOSFET meets AEC-Q101 automotive stress test
Littelfuse, Inc. announced the release of IXTY2P50PA, the first automotive-grade PolarP P-Channel Power MOSFET. This innovative product design meets the demanding requirements of automotive applications, providing exceptional performance and reliability. The key differentiator of the –500 V, –2 A IXTY2P50PA is its AEC-Q101 qualification, making it ideal for automotive applications. This qualification ensures that the […]
