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Light Sources Illuminate Daylight-Appearing Light
January 8, 2009 4:27 am | Product Releases | CommentsOffering a ballast configurable to a 14-W or a 9.5-W setting, Welch Allyn’s Solarc NGX metal halide light sources produce daylight-appearing light in industrial, medical, and analytical applications. The 14-W devices exhibit 1,000-lm output, 6,900K color temperature, and a median lamp life of 350 hours. The 9.5-W unit demonstrates 500-lm
Watchdog Timer IC Prevents Automatic Reset Generation
January 7, 2009 8:04 am | Stmicroelectronics | Product Releases | CommentsOperating over a temperature range from -40°C to 125°C, STMicroelectronics’ STWD100 watchdog timer IC is designed to prevent automatic reset generation during in-system programming or boot-up. The device offers timeout periods of 3.4 ms, 6.3 ms, 102 ms, or 1.6 s, push-pull or open-drain active-low output configurations, and 2-mm × 2.1-mm 5-pin SC70-5 or 2.8-mm × 2.8-mm SOT23-5 packaging. The component operates in
In-Circuit Programmer Serves Renesas Devices
January 7, 2009 6:51 am | Renesas | Product Releases | CommentsOffering Ethernet, USB, and Serial ports, P&E Microcomputer Systems’ Cyclone for Renesas standalone in-circuit programmer communicates with a device using the control protocol of the target processor. The product completes programming operations in one touch, once configured, and allows for a transition to the production environments via
Fan Heaters Utilize Built-in Temperature Limiter
January 7, 2009 6:23 am | Product Releases | CommentsComing in a DIN rail, panel, or foot mountable formats, Omega Engineering’s CR030/130 Series fan heaters uses a built-in temperature limiter. The CE-compliant product offers an integrated adjustable thermostat or fixed hygrostat, as well as double insulated plastic housing. The component maintains minimum operating temperatures in
Power Supply Design Software Supports Switcher ICs
January 7, 2009 6:04 am | Power Integrations | Product Releases | CommentsIncluding design functionality for offline SSLDs, Power Integrations’ PI Expert Suite v7.1 power supply design software provides support for the LinkSwitch-CV and LinkSwitch-II families of primary-side-control switcher ICs. The PI Expert program takes a designer’s power supply specifications and automatically generates the
R-C Protection Devices Target 3G Handset LCD Interfaces
January 7, 2009 5:37 am | Product Releases | CommentsOperating in frequencies from 1.8 GHz to 2.5 GHz, Semtech’s EClamp237xK family resistor-capacitor (R-C) protection devices serve high-resolution color LCD interfaces in GSM- and CDMA-based 3G handsets. The RoHS- and WEEE-compliant units exhibit a C(in) value of 20 pF, series resistance of 100 Ohm, and min. attenuation of
Clamp Connectors Offer Configuration Options
January 7, 2009 5:15 am | 3M Electronics Solutions Division | Product Releases | CommentsAdding to the Mini-Clamp connector line, 3M’s Right Angle Surfacemount Socket connectors come in 3-pin and 4-pin wiremount configurations in socket, panelmount socket, and plug versions. The units offer boardmount socket configurations, including a 3- and 4-pin single row-socket connector; a 6- and 8-pin dual-row socket connector; and
Pulse Pattern Generator Exhibits Low Jitter
January 7, 2009 4:57 am | Product Releases | CommentsPerforming in a frequency range from 2 MHz to 1.5 GHz, Simptronik Technologies’ SK-1500ULJ pulse pattern generator creates digital clock and data signals with rms jitter of <0.5 ps. The instrument demonstrates 5-digit frequency resolution, a rise/fall time of 180 ps, an amplitude range from 100 mV to 3 V, and a touch-screen control interface. Built-in PRBS or customer data patterns are available. The 1.6" × 3.8" × 7.3" device is
Pulse Airflow Sensors Perform in Embedded Apps
January 7, 2009 4:40 am | Product Releases | CommentsDesigned for in-situ airflow sensing, Degree Controls' AccuSense F600 Series pulse airflow sensors function in board-mounted, embedded, and electronics cooling applications, such as telecom, HVAC and environmental monitoring system equipment. The RoHS Level 6-compliant devices provide response to fan failure or airflow blockage prior to component temperature rise and subsequent failure. The NEBS-compliant products are
Rugged Rocker Switch Handles Industrial Apps
January 7, 2009 3:36 am | Product Releases | CommentsAvailable in both single-pole and double-pole configurations, the e-series rocker switch from Phaseda has an IP54 rating for protection against dust and moisture. The RoHS-compliant switch offers single- and double-throw operation as well as momentary actuation, and can handle up to 20 A at 125 VAC. The switch is constructed of
Breadboard Contains Complete Linux PC
January 6, 2009 6:52 am | Product Releases | CommentsConsisting of a Quad-band GRPS module and a SiRF3 GPS module, Round Solutions’ AarLogic C10/3 breadboard presents a complete Linux PC on a surface of 104 mm × 63 mm. The component includes interfaces for USB, RS232, and Ethernet components, as well as an SD-card reader to enable the expansion of the standard
Low-Side MOSFET Incorporates Self-Protection
January 6, 2009 6:32 am | Product Releases | CommentsComing in a 2.3-mm × 2.8-mm “flat” SOT23F package, Diodes Incorporated’s ZXMS6004FF IntelliFET low-side MOSFET integrates ESD, overvoltage, overcurrent, and overtemperature protection. The unit exhibits on-state resistance of 500 mOhm, continuous current rating of 1 A, load dump transient tolerance of 60 V, and a logic level
Coaxial Isolator Handles 50 W
January 6, 2009 6:20 am | Product Releases | CommentsIncluding SMA female connectors, Raditek’s RADI-3.6-4.2-S3-30WR-c 3.60-GHz to 4.20-GHz coaxial isolator is capable of handling 50 W of forward and reverse power. The device demonstrates insertion loss of 0.40 dB, isolation of 20 dB, and VSWR of 1.25:1 in a temperature range from 0°C to 60°C. The coaxial isolator measures
SPDT Relays Receive Class 1 Division 2 Approval
January 6, 2009 6:01 am | Product Releases | CommentsComing with screw clamp termination, Weidmuller’s five new MICROSERIES single-pole double-throw (SPDT) relays achieve Class 1 Division 2 approval for use in hazardous locations. The five new options include the following versions: 12 VDC, 24 VDC, 24 VUC, 120 VUC, and 230 VUC. The VUC versions accept AC and DC input signals. The RC version demonstrates inductive kickback protection through an integrated RC circuit at
DIN Rail Power Supplies Exhibit Wide Power Ratings
January 6, 2009 5:26 am | Product Releases | CommentsServing flat control panels typically found in building automation applications, Power Sources Unlimited’s Tracopower TBL Series DIN Rail power supplies demonstrate power ratings from 15 W to 150 W. The EN55022 Class B-compliant devices offer single output voltages of 5 VDC, 12 VDC, or 24 VDC, which are adjustable to
