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Test Instrument Combines DSO/DMM and Data Logging
October 2, 2008 7:10 am | Product Releases | CommentsStoring data logging memory to 17,000 points, Protek Test and Measurement’s Model S2505 integrates a battery-operated dual-channel 5 MHz bandwidth DSO providing 50 Ms/s sampling rate and a 10,000-count true rms DMM. The DSO section performs with ±3% vertical accuracy, 512 B record length in single shot/glitch capture mode (256 B in other modes), sweep rate from 1 µs to 5 sec, 16 waveforms and setups memory storage, and
Electric Bike Sports Revolutionary Half-hour Recharge Time
October 2, 2008 6:31 am | by by Jason Lomberg, Technical Editor | Blogs | CommentsBicycling is generally considered one of the most efficient forms of transportation. In many countries (particularly ones where the average income precludes weekly gasoline fill-ups), the bike is the primary mode of transport. Yet for a variety of reasons, the bike has yet to catch on in this country as a viable means of transportation. Schwinn could adjust the paradigm with its new Toshiba-powered Tailwind electric bike. Schwinn, a constant fixture in the bicycling industry since 1895, is no stranger to the E-bike market. Their current lineup, including the Continental, World GSE, and Campus, gets 40-60 miles on a 4 hour charge (decent stats for the E-bike market), and costs anywhere from $1,480 to $2,080.
Rackmount Enclosures Encase MicroTCA Chassis
October 2, 2008 6:10 am | Product Releases | CommentsMeeting MIL-STD-810F, 167, 461D, and 901D standards, Elma Electronic’s 19” rackmount enclosures have the capability of holding the ATR (Air Transport Rack) version of the ruggedized MicroTCA chassis. The device allows for ruggedization techniques, such as
HDDs Hold 120 GB per Platter
October 2, 2008 5:07 am | Product Releases | CommentsIntegrating into portable media players, camcorders, and mobile PCs, Toshiba Storage Device Division’s dual-platter MK2431GAH and single-platter MKxx31GAL Series 1.8” HDDs exhibit 120 GB per platter. The parallel ATA-interfaced components offer an areal density of 344 Gb/in.², media transfer rate of 488 Mbps, rotational speed of 4,200 rpm, average seek time of
Slide Switches Exhibit Right Angle Actuations
October 1, 2008 12:33 pm | Product Releases | CommentsSuiting momentary or momentary and latched operation, C&K Components’ AYZ, JS, JSM, and PCM Series slide switches display right angle actuations. The 1.5 mm high AYZ Series possess 1 or 2 poles, double- and triple-throw action, offset or side actuation, contact resistance of <80 mO, surface mounting, and life cycles to 10,000 operations. The 0.7 mm
Connectors Yield 40 A DC Current
October 1, 2008 11:54 am | Product Releases | CommentsOffering over-molded cut-to-length cable assemblies or field-wired-on-site versions, Wieland’s PST 40i1 pluggable connectors carry 40 A of DC current in a temperature range from -40°C to 85°C. The IP 68-rated interconnects include a rated voltage of 1,000 V, wire size of
Transceivers Cover RS-232 and RS-485/422 Protocols
October 1, 2008 11:06 am | Product Releases | CommentsFunctioning as 1- or 2-channel components, Intersil’s ISL333X family of dual protocol transceivers show switching between RS-232 and RS-485/RS-422 protocols. The 6 mm² devices exhibit 15 kV (HBM) ESD protection, data rates of 20 MBps, and flow-through pinouts while operating on 3.3 V supplies. An on-board charge pump generates compliant
Circuit Breakers Achieve High Voltage Ratings
October 1, 2008 10:11 am | Product Releases | CommentsEnabling service entrance, feeder, or branch circuit protection, Altech’s UL489 DC molded-case circuit breakers possess voltage ratings of 125 V in 1 pole and 250 V from 2 to 4 poles at up to 63 A. The 17.5 mm per pole tools present a disconnect function, DIN rail mounting, green/red positive trip indicator, and short-circuit interrupt capacity of 10 kA. The CE-certified breakers
LEDs Demonstrate High Optical Power
October 1, 2008 9:17 am | Product Releases | CommentsUsing InGaN/TAG on sapphire technology, Vishay Intertechnology’s VLMW63 and VLMW64 white power SMT LEDs operate with an optical power range from 2,240 mcd to 5,600 mcd. The CLCC-6-packaged VLMW63 possesses thermal resistance of 50 k/W, and the CLCC-6 flat ceramic-packaged VLMW64 has thermal resistance of
Transceiver Enables ZigBee in Personal Computers
October 1, 2008 7:20 am | Product Releases | CommentsComing in a USB stick form factor, Telegesis’ ETRX2USB 2.4 GHz ISM band transceiver enables ZigBee into personal computers via the Telegesis AT Style Command line interface. The Ember EM250 SoC-based module comprises of a LED, plug on the side for
AC-DC Supplies Satisfy Low and Medium Applications
October 1, 2008 7:14 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe Mean Well GS series of miniature external 18 w to 90 w AC-DC power supplies from PowerGate is designed for low and medium power applications with 18 w, 25 w, 40 w, 60 w, and 90 w platforms. Consisting of 57 single-output models with outputs ranging from 3.3 Vdc to 48Vdc, the GS Series delivers high power density with sizes ranging from 18 W in 3.66" x 2.1" x 1.42" through 90 W in 5.71" x 2.36" x 1.26"
RF Analyzer Targets Base Station I & M
October 1, 2008 6:42 am | Agilent Technologies | Product Releases | CommentsMaking return-loss and distance-to-fault measurements simultaneously, Agilent Technologies’ FieldFox handheld RF analyzer performs in base station wireless network installation and maintenance (I&M). The instrument measures cable and antenna test from 2 MHz to 4/6 GHz, spectrum analysis from 100 kHz to 4/6 GHz, vector network analysis, and true average power measurements. The analyzer offers integrated QuickCal, calibration with CalReady, a task-driven user interface, and fault location with
OCXOs Suit Microwave Signal Sources
October 1, 2008 6:09 am | Product Releases | CommentsCovering output frequencies from 30 MHz to 130 MHz, Bliley Technologies’ NV26AJ Series oven-controlled crystal oscillators (OCXOs) are appropriate for radar, communications, and test system applications. The components demonstrate output up to 15 dBm, typical power consumption of 1 W at 25°C, and noise performance from -167 dBc/Hz to -130 dBc/Hz at
AMC Card Supplies MIL-STD-1553 and ARINC 429 Channels
September 30, 2008 12:22 pm | Product Releases | CommentsUniting multiple protocols onto 1 card, Data Device Corporation’s BU-65590A multi-I/O AMC card provides up to 4 dual redundant MIL-STD-1553 channels operating in BC,RT, MT or RT/MT modes; 8 ARINC 429 receive channels; and 4 ARINC 429 transmit channels. The component maintains 6 user-programmable digital discrete I/Os, 2 RS-232/422/485 serial I/O
LCD Modules Utilize LED Backlight System
September 30, 2008 11:26 am | Product Releases | CommentsHaving VGA resolution, NEC LCD Technologies’ NL6448BC18-01 and NL6448BC18-01F 5.7” amorphous-silicon TFT LCD modules contain a face-mounted white LED backlight system. The system reduces power consumption to 1.8 W at 400 cd/m² brightness and 3.3 W at 800 cd/m² brightness, respectively. The components exhibit density of
