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DIN Rail Supplies for Hazardous Locations
December 11, 2007 11:31 am | Product Releases | CommentsPower Sources Unlimited, Inc. announced its Tracopower TSP Series of DIN-rail power supplies that are certified to the IECEx Scheme for explosive atmospheres. Featuring a rugged metal case with shock and vibration proof construction, the series provides reliable power in the most difficult factory conditions. Optimal electrical specifications and high immunity against electrical disturbances makes the series effective
Three-Phase Relays for Harsh Environments
December 11, 2007 11:28 am | Product Releases | CommentsCrouzet introduced its GN3 series of three-phase and motor reversing solid-state relays that have optimal thermal efficiency and noise immunity. The EMC compliant design (level 3) and built-in transient protection provide reliability in harsh industrial environments. These relays are suited for a range of three-phase motor and heating functions, as well as in switching multiple outputs with a single control signal.
Low Profile Power Factor Correction Module
December 11, 2007 11:24 am | Product Releases | CommentsEmerson Network Power launched its model AIT02ZPFC 720W power factor correction module that has a 2.4" × 3.5" footprint and a mounting height of 0.55", making it suitable for space-constrained applications. The module features a universal input that accepts any voltage in the range 85V AC to 264V AC at any frequency from 47 Hz to 63 Hz and from 360 Hz to 800 Hz. It presents a near unity power factor
Wide Input DC/DC Converter Accomodates Wide Range of Inputs
December 11, 2007 11:18 am | Product Releases | CommentsXP Power announced its JTH15 Series of 15W DC/DC converters that fit into a metal-cased compact 2" × 1" (50.8 mm × 25.4 mm) footprint. They are suited to low power, board mounted designs. The series can accommodate a 4:1 range of input voltages from 9V DC to 36V DC or 18V DC to 72V DC. Both single and dual output versions are available. The single output device is available with +3.3V, +5V, +12V or +15V rails
High Voltage Power Supplies with PPM-Level Performance
December 11, 2007 11:03 am | Product Releases | CommentsUltraVolt, Inc. announced its E Series line of precision, enhanced power supplies that operate from 0 to 1 kV through 0 to 15 kV at 4W, 15/20W or 30W. The modules offer a high-resolution, programmable, high-voltage DC output that is optimized for bias or power applications. The line provides ppm-level performance. Each model features 0 to +10V remote programming, 0 to +10V monitors for output voltage and output current
High Density DC/DC Converters with 2:1 and 4:1 Inputs
December 11, 2007 10:58 am | Product Releases | CommentsPower Sources Unlimited announced its Tracopower THN-15 and THN-15WI Series of 15W high performance DC/DC converter modules that feature either a 2:1 input or a 4:1 input with tightly regulated, isolated, adjustable, single outputs of 3.3V DC, 5V DC, 12V DC or 15V DC. The THN-15 Series has a high density, using 1" × 1" of board space in a six-sided metal case with an insulated baseplate.
Power Supplies Available in 10 Output Voltages
December 11, 2007 10:53 am | Product Releases | CommentsLambda introduced its HWS1000 series of 1,000W power supplies. The single-output family is suitable for powering process control, ATE, factory automation and other equipment where extended life under extreme conditions is required. These power supplies meet the mandatory SEMI F47 power line sag specification. The units are available in 10 nominal output voltages including 3.3, 5, 6, 7.5, 12, 15, 24, 36, 48 and 60V.
Through-Panel Terminals have Industrial Power Filtering
December 11, 2007 10:40 am | Product Releases | CommentsWeidmuller introduced its WGK Series of through-panel terminal blocks that provide a universal system for industrial control power filtering and UPS systems such as frequency converters and power supplies. The terminal blocks feature housing halves that interlock and enable an easy-to-mount through-panel termination system. In addition to the standard versions with vertical or horizontal wire entry
ZIF Socket for 0.5 mm Pitch BGA
December 11, 2007 10:34 am | Ironwood Electronics, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsIronwood Electronics introduced its model CG-BGA-5000 high performance BGA ZIF socket for 0.5 mm pitch BGA. It is designed for a 6 mm package size, and it operates at bandwidths up to 10 GHz with less than 1 dB of insertion loss. The sockets dissipate up to several Watts without extra heat sinking, and they can handle up to 100W with a custom heat sink. The contact resistance is typically
Twisted Pair Cables for In-Home Theater Applications
December 11, 2007 10:30 am | Product Releases | CommentsBelden announced its high definition multimedia (HDMI) shielded twisted pair cables that provide an interface between any compatible digital audio/video source and a compatible digital audio and/or video monitor in the home theater set-up, as well as providing support for standard, enhanced or high-definition video and multi-channel digital audio on a single assembly. Typical applications include connecting HDMI sources
Connector Doubles Contact Pin Density
December 11, 2007 10:26 am | Product Releases | CommentsXMultiple Technology, Inc. introduced its UltraJax connector that provides a high-density contact capability with a standard RJ connector. Contact assemblies are housed in both the top and the bottom so that one RJ connector becomes capable of performing the functions of two connectors. According to the company, this connector will double the port count of hubs, switches, routers and adapter cards, using less than half
Flexible Connectivity System with Insulation Displacement Blocks
December 11, 2007 10:22 am | Product Releases | CommentsWoertz announced its flexible connectivity system that uses a combination of insulation displacement technology and pluggable terminal blocks. This system provides rapid connections and expandability for power and data buses in industrial and commercial applications. Proprietary flexible power buses can handle up to 70A in flat cables with two to seven conductors. The data bus cables are available as shielded and unshielded
USB 2.0 Connectors for Automotive Applications
December 11, 2007 10:17 am | Product Releases | CommentsFCI introduced two USB 2.0 connectors that are suitable for use in automotive multimedia systems where connection to removable storage devices or other USB-enabled accessories is desired. The connectors comply with typical automotive application requirements in terms of temperature range and number of mating cycles. Standard USB Type A receptacles are available in both right angle and flag style options.
Expanded Selection Product Supplement
December 11, 2007 10:08 am | Product Releases | CommentsKeystone Electronics Corp. announced its multi-color, eight-page, new product supplement that features an expanded selection of micro-pins and micro-jacks along with an assortment of insulated terminals that are made of PTFE (Teflon) and molded diallyl phthalate materials. The pins and jacks are suitable for use with any printed circuit, front panel, board edge or height-specific application on a PCB. Receptacles are manufactured in press-fit, solder, swage and surface-mount styles in full compliance with
Microminiature Round Cable for Medical Applications
December 11, 2007 9:59 am | Product Releases | CommentsW. L. Gore & Associates launched an enhanced microminiature round cable for medical applications that include electrophysiology products and small diameter flexible endoscopes. Through the use of proprietary high strength toughened fluoropolymer (HSTF) and low dielectric constant expanded PTFE (ePTFE) material, this cable maintains its performance through device flexure, abrasion during routing, or tracking and sterilization
