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SBC Based on Core2 Duo Processor
February 6, 2009 4:02 am | Product Releases | CommentsOffering BGA-based components, Dynatem’s CRD 6U single-slot CompactPCI/PICMG SBC integrates an Intel Pentium Core2 Duo L7400 or T7400 processor at 1.50 GHz or 2.16 GHz. The conduction-cooled module comes with wedge locks and a full-board heat sink for shock/vibration environments and temperature extremes. The platform
Power Splitters Intended for Broadcast Applications
February 5, 2009 10:36 am | Product Releases | CommentsWith wraparound or single- sided terminals, 1-W two-way resistive power splitters from International Manufacturing Services (IMS) are intended for broadcast applications. These resistive power splitters have 6-dB evenly split attenuation and operate from DC to 20 GHz. The devices have an attenuation accuracy of ±0.5 dB and a VSWR of 1.3:1
Antenna Allows Functionality of Four Frequency Bands
February 5, 2009 10:30 am | Product Releases | CommentsA modular antenna assembly from Laird offers SDARS, GPS, AMPS, and PCS antenna coverage in one package. With a design of 16 mm, the base module is designed to fit multiple vehicle platforms with various roof curvatures. The base antenna is installed on the car in the factory, and houses both
Low-Profile Copper Cable Fits Tight Situations
February 5, 2009 9:07 am | Product Releases | CommentsAddressing the needs of dense, higher-port-count switch installations using 10 GbE, FCoE, or 8 Gigabit Fiber Channel, a low-profile SFP+ direct-attach copper cable assembly from W.L. Gore and Associates is half the cross-sectional area of OM3 fiber optic cable and one-third the size of 62.5/125 optical cable, with a significantly reduced bend radius.
Datalogger Software Addresses CP Remote Monitoring
February 5, 2009 8:22 am | Product Releases | CommentsWorking in conjunction with FreeWave's line of FGRCP radios, FreeWave Technologies’ new PC-based DataLogger software targets Cathodic Protection (CP) remote monitoring. The product assists in remotely monitoring and reporting CP operational values for pipelines, tanks, structures, and other underground facilities that are
Gearmotors Exhibit High Continuous Torque Rating
February 5, 2009 7:54 am | Product Releases | CommentsDemonstrating corresponding fixed output speeds from 120 to 6 rpm, Bison Gear & Engineering’s VWDIR20 parallel shaft AC gearmotors demonstrate a continuous torque rating from 100 in./lb to 600 in./lb (11.3 N/m to 68.8 N/m). The devices utilize ¼-hp (186-W) 115-V, 60-Hz split-phase electric motors, and act as Von Weise
LED Driver Supports Green Lighting Designs
February 5, 2009 7:14 am | Product Releases | CommentsSuiting boost, buck-boost, SEPIC, and high-side buck topologies, Maxim Integrated Products’ MAX16834 current-mode LED driver (SSLD) operates in solid-state lighting (SSL) designs, such as MR16 spotlights, for LED automotive exterior lighting, LCD backlighting, and architectural lighting. The 4-mm × 4-mm, 20-pin
Digital RTD Thermometers Boast High Accuracy
February 5, 2009 5:36 am | Product Releases | CommentsOperating over a temperature range from -328°F to 1,472°F (-200°C to 800°C), Wahl Instruments’ DST500 temperature indicator, and DSX500 transmitter thermometers present total system accuracy of ±0.3°F (±0.2°C) over a 1-year period. The devices offer a 1"-high LCD display and standard and custom-built probe configurations, including MIG standard tapered bulb for drop-in direct MIG replacement. The "Unique
Demodulator Accommodates High Data Rates
February 5, 2009 5:17 am | Product Releases | CommentsTargeting the space communications market, Escape Communications’ EGM-2 multi-Gigabit demodulator supports arbitrary data rates between 1 Mbps and 3 Gbps. The device uses a multi-mode, multi-rate architecture to enable programmable symbol rates from
High-Torque Actuators Withstand High Axial Loads
February 5, 2009 5:09 am | Product Releases | CommentsDelivering up to 484 in-lbs of torque at 100 psi, VRX rotary vane actuators from Tolomatic can withstand high axial loads of up to 23 lbs. The pneumatically-operated devices come in bore sizes of 1”, 1.75”, and 2.5”. Each model is available in single-vane models that rotate to 280° and produce up to 242 in/lbs of torque or double-vane models that rotate to 100° with up to 484 in/lbs of torque.
Switching Power Supplies Serve Industrial/Medical Applications
February 5, 2009 4:35 am | Product Releases | CommentsDelivering 450 W with active PFC, Astrodyne’s PMK450 and PMMK450 Series switching AC/DC power supplies are designed to perform in I.T.E systems, pumps, motors, and instrumentation applications, as well as medically-approved AC/DC power supply applications (PMMK450). The UL/EN 60950-approved
Brainstorm: Technology Obsolescence
February 5, 2009 3:28 am | by Edited by Jason Lomberg | Articles | CommentsWhat technology will become obsolete in the near future?
Signal Analyzer Includes Temperature and Voltage Input Channels
February 4, 2009 12:18 pm | Product Releases | CommentsThe USB-based 655u, a Dynamic Signal Analyzer from IOtech, offers both temperature and voltage input channels. The Analyzer features five temperature inputs, along with ten voltage or direct integrated electronic piezoelectric (IEPE) input channels. Other features include
Z-Foil Resistors Achieve Thermal Stabilization in <1 Second
February 4, 2009 11:56 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe SMR1DZ and SMR3DZ Z-Foil molded surface-mount resistors from Vishay include thermal stabilization time of less than one second. The devices provide a low typical TCR of ±0.05 ppm/°C from 0°C to 60°C, 25°C Ref, and ±0.2 ppm/°C from -55°C to 125°C, 25°C Ref., tolerances to ±0.01%, load-life stability of 0.005%
Crimp Connectors Provide Secure Positive Locking
February 4, 2009 11:53 am | Product Releases | CommentsProviding stable contact performance under unexpected external forces, the PUD Series of disconnectable 2.0-mm pitch, double-row crimp-style connectors from JST have a leaf-spring structure and offer secure positive locking.
