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Module Allows Two Parallel-Running Operating Systems
November 26, 2008 8:26 am | Product Releases | CommentsIncluding Hypervisor Software 2.0 from Real-Time Systems, congatec AG’s conga-QA Qseven embedded PC module lets any two operating systems to be run in parallel independently from one another and with real-time capability. The component supports Intel hyper-threading and virtualization since it is based on the Intel Atom Z530 processor and the Intel System Controller Hub US15W. The individual CPUs, devices, memory, and I/O ports are directly
Designer Kit Contains ESD Protection Diodes
November 26, 2008 7:50 am | Product Releases | CommentsWorking in high-speed I/O ports and systems requiring 30-kV contact discharge protection when tested to IEC61000 specifications, OnChip Devices’ OC-ESD-DK1 ESD protection diode designer kit comes with 12 different ESD protection diode products. The box consists of TVS devices, I/O port-specific products, 30-kV contact ESD protection diodes, and
Rotary Position Sensors Endure 10M Cycles
November 26, 2008 7:21 am | Murata Power Solutions Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsEnhancing the company’s SV01 Series, Murata Electronics’ SV3H Series SMT rotary position sensors achieve a rotational life of 10 million cycles. The component is appropriate for automotive applications, such as angular detection (steering wheel, seat position, gear-shift, and pedal positioning, as well as adaptive front lighting systems), selector switches
Switches Operate in Heavy-Duty Apps
November 26, 2008 6:31 am | Product Releases | CommentsFunctioning in severe operating conditions, C&K Components’ DTC family of switches suit industrial controls, farm machinery, and off-road vehicles. The ESM and DSM single- and double-switch modules are protected from dust, water, oil, and solvents via silicon rubber caps and sealing to IP65 when mounted. The RS bi-directional and QS quadrant switches offer tactile feedback and positive snap-point action in front panels and
Plug-in Features CERT C Coding Standard
November 26, 2008 5:57 am | Product Releases | CommentsPlugging into TBvision, a module within the LDRA tool suite, the TBsecure plug-in from LDRA includes the Carnegie Mellon Software Engineering Institute (SEI) CERT C secure coding standard. Enabling developers to see how the source code performs against security vulnerabilities, fault-detection, and adherence
LCD Controller Works With DisplayMark Technology
November 26, 2008 5:52 am | Product Releases | CommentsCertified to work in conjunction with the DisplayMark technology for Digital Signage Systems, the SVH-1920 LCD Controller from Digital View supports high-resolution LCDs up to 1920 x 1200. The validation information is sent via an RS-232 protocol. The controller provides full screen buffering, and multi-panel support
500-W Converter Tackles Tough Environments
November 26, 2008 5:39 am | Product Releases | CommentsDesigned for operation in extreme environments, Absopulse Electronics’ RWY 65 fully encapsulated 500-W DC/DC converter meets EN50155, EN55022 Class B, and EN50121-3-2 as well as IEC 61373 Cat 1 A & B and Cat 2 shock and vibration standards. The converter delivers standard outputs of 12, 24, 36, 48 or 110 VDC and can be operated from 48, 72, 96 or 110 Vdc supply voltages.
Adhesive Resists Wide Temperature Range
November 26, 2008 5:14 am | Product Releases | CommentsCuring at temperatures from 300°F to 350°F for 60 to 90 minutes, Master Bond’s EP13 epoxy adhesive offers a service operating temperature range from -60°F to 450°F. The compound requires no mixing, doesn’t contain solvents or diluents, is 100% reactive, and is said to have an unlimited working life at room temperature. The product readily obtains tensile shear
Switching Power Supplies Offer High Output Voltages
November 25, 2008 11:32 am | Product Releases | CommentsExhibiting a output power rating of 720 W, Acopian’s WL9 Series programmable switching power supplies includes models with outputs to 135 VDC, “slot” output voltage ranges ±1 VDC from the nominal, and adjustment ranges from 0 VDC to 5 VDC to 0 VDC to 135 VDC. The devices provide a constant voltage or a constant current, can be adjusted down to
LED Lamps Integrate Dimmable Driver
November 25, 2008 11:01 am | Product Releases | CommentsBuilding around the Cree XLamp, Infinilux’s MR16 Series 2-W LED lamps incorporate a dimmable driver accepting variable inputs from 8 VAC or 8 VDC to 16 VAC or 16 VDC. The units utilize the Infinilux thermal management system (ITMS) with an engineered heatsink and a convection scheme, and offer 3,300 K CCT warm white, 4,500 K CCT neutral white, and
SSXOs Require Less than 10 mA
November 25, 2008 10:31 am | Product Releases | CommentsComplying with EMI requirements, Pericom Semiconductor’s M-Series spread spectrum crystal oscillators (SSXOs) present a power supply requirement of <10 mA from a 2.500-V or 3.300-V power supply. The ceramic-packaged components offer package sizes of 7 mm × 5 mm (MK), 5 mm × 3.200 mm (MD), and 3.200 mm × 2.500 mm (MN), and operating frequencies
Transformers Demonstrate Wide Current Ratio Range
November 25, 2008 10:00 am | Product Releases | CommentsMeeting UL, CE, and CSA requirements, CR Magnetics’ CR2, CR5, CR5A, and CR6A Series 5-A current transformers exhibit current ratios from 50:5 to 300:5 (CR2), 50:5 to 1,200:5 (CR5 and CR5A), and 100:5 to 1,500:5 (CR6A). The Ansi Metering Class devices suit power monitoring applications, including energy management, ammeters, W/VAR/Wh transducers, and current sensing relays. The RoHS-compliant units offer window openings of 1.130”, 1.560”, and
Digital Clamp Meter Measures to 600 KW
November 25, 2008 9:32 am | Product Releases | CommentsOperating in 3-phase 3-wire, 3-phase 4-wire, and single phase circuits to 600 V at 1,000 A, Protek Test and Measurement’s Model 667C digital clamp meter performs power measurements to 600 KW. The instrument displays selected power measurements and stores up to 28 measurements in memory on a 10,000 count, 4-digit dual LCD. The auto-ranging device incorporates a RS232 interface with power monitoring software, reads out the total
Pressure Sensors Exhibit High Accuracy
November 25, 2008 9:01 am | Product Releases | CommentsUsing an internal ASIC, Sensortechnics’ HDI Series digital pressure sensors compensates sensor offset, temperature effects, and non-linearity to allow for a total error band of better than ±0.5% FSS. The SMT components offer digital interfaces with the I²C bus protocol, analog output signals from 0.5 V to 4.5 V, and absolute, differential, and gage pressure
Remote Control Development Kit Lasts Over 500 Days
November 25, 2008 8:30 am | Product Releases | CommentsPerforming in automotive navigation systems, multimedia devices, and mp3 players, CSR’s BlueCore TouchLite Bluetooth remote control development kit supports Bluetooth v2.1 to allow 2 single batteries to last >500 days. The product offers multiple button presses, range up to 30 meters, support for several target devices, and no line of sight requirement. The kit exhibits
