High energy density DC link caps target larger inverter systems
April 17, 2012 10:45 am | Product Releases | CommentsCornell Dubilier announced the availability of its Type 947D high energy density DC link capacitors for larger inverter systems. The capacitor is suitable for DC link applications where high bus voltage, high capacitance, and high ripple current are required for
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18-Bit, 2.5Msps no latency SAR ADC achieves 99.8dB SNR with flexible analog input ranges
April 12, 2012 1:42 pm | Product Releases | CommentsLinear Technology Corporation introduces the LTC2389-18, the industry’s fastest 18-bit no cycle latency SAR ADC (analog-to-digital converter). The LTC2389-18 achieves unrivaled 99.8dB SNR and -116dB THD at sample rates up to 2.5Msps. Operating from a single 5V supply...
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VCO operates from 2558 MHz to 2575 MHz
April 10, 2012 10:58 am | Product Releases | CommentsCrystek's CVCO55CC-2558-2575 VCO (Voltage Controlled Oscillator) operates from 2558 MHz to 2575 MHz with a control voltage range of 0.3 V to 4.7 V. This VCO features a typical phase noise of -120 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset and has
LISTED UNDER: Passive & Discrete Devices | RF & Microwave/Communications32-bit audio DSP enables ultra-low power SILK codec implementation
April 3, 2012 5:06 am | Product Releases | CommentsCEVA announced the availability of the industry’s first implementation of the popular Skype SILK super wideband speech codec on a DSP core. Optimized for the 32-bit CEVA-TeakLite-III family of audio DSPs...
LISTED UNDER: Passive & Discrete DevicesEM Microelectronic Announces New UHF Battery-Assisted Passive
March 28, 2012 6:31 am | by Posted : Ron M. Seidel, Editorial Intern | Product Releases | CommentsEM Microelectronic has announced the EM4325, a versatile and multipurpose, battery-assisted passive (BAP) RFID chip with integrated temperature sensor. This facilitates the expansion of established UHF RFID applications by offering longer read range, increased communication robustness and more configuration options and interface capabilities for auxiliary functions.
LISTED UNDER: Passive & Discrete DevicesHyperabrupt Varactor Diodes Suit VCO, Phase Noise and Voltage Tuned Filter Applications
March 26, 2012 5:59 am | Product Releases | CommentsSkyworks introduced three miniature 0402 hyperabrupt varactor diodes for VCO, phase noise and voltage-tuned filter applications. These discrete, small form factor devices are offered in a low profile plastic surface mount technology package where
LISTED UNDER: Passive & Discrete Devices | RF & Microwave/CommunicationsSwitching regulator includes minimum quiescent current of 6mA
March 19, 2012 7:40 am | Product Releases | CommentsGAPTEC Electronic presents the most inexpensive, non-isolated and surface mount produced SIP3 switching regulator with a minimum quiescent current of only 6mA. The LC78 is a so-called "drop-in" switching regulator which is pin-compatible with the classical LM78 linear regulator...
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Passive dual-output midspan serves harsh environments
March 14, 2012 11:17 am | Phihong | Product Releases | CommentsPhihong USA has designed a passive dual-output midspan for remote locations to be employed outdoors and in harsh environments. Designated the POE33U-560DO, the power injector has a total output of 33.6W for two outdoor IEEE802.3af-compliant applications.
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Oscillator Features High-Speed Current Steering Logic
March 14, 2012 7:41 am | Product Releases | CommentsTellurian Technologies, Inc. introduced its newest crystal oscillator product, the T4000HCSL. This crystal oscillator touts a small package size of 5.0 mm x 3.2 mm x 1.3 mm and provides a high-speed, current steering logic output (HCSL). It is designed to
LISTED UNDER: Passive & Discrete DevicesAluminum Electrolytic Capacitors Come in a Variety of Configurations
March 12, 2012 6:56 am | Product Releases | CommentsKEMET has introduced its new line of surface mount and miniature radial aluminium electrolytic capacitors. These capacitors are available in a variety of configurations, and are well-suited for common applications in the
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Integrated Relay Driver Optimizes Inductive Load Control
March 12, 2012 6:31 am | Product Releases | CommentsBy integrating a complete solid-state relay driver into a single, surface-mount package, DRDC3105 from Diodes Incorporated is said to minimize the PCB footprint, reduce the component count and improve the reliability of inductive load control circuits. Providing
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SMT Clock Oscillator Offers Tight Stability Over Entire Frequency Output
March 12, 2012 6:17 am | Product Releases | CommentsRuby Quartz announced the first free running non temperature compensated clock oscillators at stability of down to ±10 ppm over an all-inclusive room plus temperature stability of from -40°C to+85°C in a frequency range of
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Miniature High-Speed Switching Diodes Offer PCB Size Reduction
March 6, 2012 5:28 am | Product Releases | CommentsDiodes Incorporated has introduced a family of high-speed switching diodes in a choice of small footprint, low-profile packages, enabling significant reductions in component count and PCB area, according to the company. Featuring breakdown voltage ratings of
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Real-time clocks based on a 32.768 kHz quartz crystal
February 29, 2012 4:14 am | Product Releases | CommentsCardinal Components is introducing a four-part series of Real Time Clocks (RTC’s) numbered CS-1302, 1307, and CT-1380, along with series C-8563, all based on a Cardinal 32.768 kHz quartz crystal.
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SMD Fuse is Quick-Acting
February 28, 2012 7:05 am | Product Releases | CommentsSchurter expanded its line of surface-mount fuses with the introduction of the Universal Modular Fuse, UMF 250. Its quick-acting characteristic according to IEC 60127-4 complements the UMT Series, according to the company, in providing
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