TDK presents the new B2568 series of EPCOS MKP DC link power capacitors, which offer outstanding robustness under harsh environmental conditions. The new capacitors are designed for voltages of between 900 and 3000 V DC and cover a capacitance range from 50 to 4000 µF. Depending on type, the capacitors are dimensioned for currents of […]
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Piezo actuators for haptic feedback now in miniature packages
TDK Corporation announced that it has extended its portfolio of PowerHap piezo actuators for haptic feedback with the new miniature rectangular 0904H014V060 and 1204H018V060 actuators. These new actuators have smaller dimensions of 9 x 3.75 x 1.4 mm and 12 x 4 x 1.8 mm, respectively. At the maximum operating voltage of 60 V, they […]
Vehicle electrical systems: Zero-to-sixty in 48 volts
Versatile automotive 48-V electrical systems will reduce CO2 emissions and make practical super-efficient electrical subsystems. Joseph Pulomena, EPCOS, a TDK Group Co. NEARLY five years ago, the U.S. government issued rules requiring automakers to hit a fleet average of 54.5 mpg for new cars and trucks – nearly doubling average fuel economy. Electric vehicles and […]
AC capacitors for filter applications range from 2 µF to 50 µF
TDK Corporation presents a new series of EPCOS MKP AC capacitors for filter applications. The components of the B33331V series are designed for a rated voltage of 460 VRMS, corresponding to a peak voltage of 650 V, and cover a capacitance range from 2 µF to 50 µF. Both the cans and the tops are constructed of aluminum, making […]
Three-line EMC filters handle up to 280 A
TDK Corporation is expanding the B84243 series of EPCOS 3-line EMC filters to include 10 new types for currents of up to 280 A. All 18 types in the series are designed for a rated voltage of 530 V AC. The performance of this series of filters has been optimized for adherence to limit values in accordance with […]
Film capacitors for DC links handle high temperature and humidity
TDK Corporation today announced that it has extended its range of EPCOS film capacitors for DC link applications. The B3277*H series now provides types for particularly harsh environmental conditions. The robustness has been verified in a temperature, humidity, bias (THB) test at 60 °C, 95 percent relative humidity, and the rated voltage for 1000 hours. […]
Better environmental specs for dc link capacitors
TDK Corporation (TSE:6762) has extended its range of EPCOS film capacitors for DC link applications. The B3277*H series now provides types for particularly harsh environmental conditions. The robustness has been verified in a temperature, humidity, bias (THB) test at 60 °C, 95 percent relative humidity, and the rated voltage for 1000 hours. Special types are also […]
Data book covers metal oxide varistors
TDK Corporation presents the fully revised data book for EPCOS SIOV metal oxide varistors for overvoltage protection. In addition to the extended portfolio of leaded disk varistors, the data book contains the new SNF types with an extended temperature range of between -40 °C and +125 °C. AEC-Q200-qualified automotive types of these varistors are now also available. […]
Transformers handle PoE++ power levels
A new series of EPCOS transformers is designed for an output of up to 60 W, which are therefore suitable for PoE++ according to IEEE 802.3bt. The new B82806D0060A** series comprises four types with different turns ratios for output voltages of 3.3, 5, 12, and 24 V. The SMD components have dimensions of 30x22x11.4 mm […]
Techargeable battery in SMD technology provides 100 µAh at 1.4 V
TDK Corporation presents CeraCharge – the first solid-state rechargeable battery in SMD technology. Depending on requirements, the number of charge/discharge cycles this battery is able to perform ranges from several dozens to up to 1000. With its compact EIA 1812 package (4.5 x 3.2 x 1.1 mm) it offers a capacity of 100 µAh at […]
