Evaluation module demonstrates the receiver portion of the bqTESLA wireless power system
September 19, 2012 3:55 pm | Product Releases | CommentsThe bq51013AEVM-764 evaluation module (EVM) demonstrates the receiver portion of the bqTESLA wireless power system. This receiver EVM is a complete receiver-side solution that produces 5 V out at up to 1 A when coupled with the bqTESLA transmitter. The bq51013AEVM-764 device shown on this EVM...
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Wireless sensing triple axis reference design (ZSTAR)
September 19, 2012 3:46 pm | Product Releases | CommentsThe ZSTAR demo board was designed to demonstrate Freescale's latest innovations in sensors, wireless connectivity and embedded flash microcontrollers. This reference design will enable you to see how Freescale's accelerometers can add additional functionality to applications in various industries.
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SPI/digital or I²C µModule isolator provides three isolated power rails
September 18, 2012 9:33 am | Product Releases | CommentsLinear Technology Corporation introduces the LTM2883, a 6-channel SPI/Digital or I²C digital µModule isolator with triple rail regulated power for 3.3V and 5V systems. In industrial systems applications, ground potentials can vary widely, often exceeding the tolerable range, which can interrupt communications or even destroy components.
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Board is designed to reduce energy consumption when systems are not in use
September 13, 2012 10:22 am | Product Releases | CommentsIBASE Technology releases its latest IB895, a 3.5” disk-size SBC integrated with the Intel Atom D2550/N2600 processor and Intel NM10 chipset. Like many new board offerings from IBASE, this board comes with a new green technology called iSMART, which is designed to reduce energy consumption when systems are not in use.
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Single gate logic devices designed to save power, space
September 13, 2012 10:09 am | Product Releases | CommentsDiodes Incorporated has introduced a family of single gate logic devices designed to save power and space in a broad range of portable consumer electronic products, including cell phones, e-readers and tablet computers.
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PLC and counter modules support all base units, discrete, analog I/O modules
September 12, 2012 10:05 am | Product Releases | CommentsAutomationDirect has released the latest addition to its PLC offerings, the Do-more H2 Series PLC. This new PLC line offers features and performance of high-end PLCs for an economical price. Using the proven DirectLOGIC DL205 hardware as a platform
LISTED UNDER: Boards & ModulesCompact Linear LED Driver Suits Low-Current Lighting Systems
September 12, 2012 9:57 am | News | CommentsDelivering a constant current of up to 150mA, the AL5812 60V linear LED driver from Diodes Incorporated provides designers of low-current illumination and signage applications with a simplified circuit solution for accurately controlling 1/2W LEDs.
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Data acquisition module extending Precision Measurements up to ±600V with ± 1000V Isolation
September 11, 2012 12:53 pm | Product Releases | CommentsData Translation today announced the release of the DT8824-HV Ethernet module, extending ultra-accurate, high-stability measurements to high voltage ranges. The DT8824-HV features a standard full scale range of ±600V, with input gains of 1, 8, 16, and 32 to provide effective ranges of: ±600V, ±75V, ±37.5V, and ±18.75V.
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Oscillator operates from 2610 MHz to 2625 MHz
September 7, 2012 2:25 pm | Product Releases | CommentsCrystek's CVCO55CC-2610-2625 VCO (Voltage Controlled Oscillator) operates from 2610 MHz to 2625 MHz with a control voltage range of 0.5V~4.5 V. This VCO features a typical phase noise of -120 dBc/Hz @ 10 KHz offset and has excellent linearity. Output power is typically +7 dBm.
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Ultra-variable optical attenuator module available in a pluggable small form package
September 7, 2012 10:46 am | Product Releases | CommentsExpanding the application space for silicon photonics, silicon photonics innovator Kotura today announced a new Ultra Variable Optical Attenuator Module in a pluggable Small Form Package (SFP-VOA). The new product integrates an optical power monitor function to provide feedback to the Ultra VOA in a control loop design.
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AC-LVDT signal conditioner offers fast setup plus digital communications
September 6, 2012 2:40 pm | Product Releases | CommentsAlliance Sensors Group introduced the S1A AC-LVDT Signal Conditioner that offers smart and fast LVDT setup with built-in null indication and simple front panel pushbuttons to set zero and full scale. Engineered to work with a wide range of AC-LVDTs, RVDTs and inductive half-bridge sensors including
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Phase-locked crystal oscillator operates at 100 MHz
September 5, 2012 4:11 pm | Product Releases | CommentsThe PLXO-100-XA from EM Research is a phase-locked crystal oscillator operating at 100 MHz and features an internal reference-detect switch. When no reference is connected to the device, the reference detect switch automatically engages a 10 MHz internal TCXO, providing uninterrupted use of the PLXO-100.
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1020 MHz SMT phase-locked oscillator features exceptionally low phase noise
September 5, 2012 4:06 pm | Product Releases | CommentsThe CLX-1020-XA Phase-Locked Oscillator from EM Research operates at 1020 MHz and features exceptionally-low phase noise (<-109 dBc/Hz @ 10 KHz). The unit is locked to an internal reference and offers +7 dBm output power with low power consumption (+5 VDC @ <65 mA) and low spurs (<-80 dBc).
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Integrated light engine modules produce up to 104 lumens per watt
September 4, 2012 2:14 pm | Product Releases | CommentsThomas Research Products is pleased to announce that their LED Core series of integrated light engine modules have exceeded 100 lumens per watt. The TR-SS1 series LED Core Garage Modules feature Type V DLC Compliant optics.
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Compact GPS module achieves 22 mA current consumption
September 4, 2012 1:46 pm | Product Releases | CommentsMSC now offers the L70, a particularly high-performance and at the same time ultra low power consumption GPS module, from Quectel. The L70 module comes in a compact 10.1 mm x 9.7 mm x 2.5 mm form factor. The L70 module is based on the MTK MT3339 chipset and has 66 acquisition channels and 22 tracking channels that, in combination with advanced AGPS technology called EASY (Embedded Assist System), provide the highest performance.
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