Product Releases
32-Channel, 16-bit Analog Output Board
October 17, 2007 10:17 am | CommentsUnited Electronic Industries (UEI) released their DNA-AO-332 high density analog output board. The board provides 32 channels of 16-bit resolution analog output with a ±10V output range. It is capable of driving ±10 mA while per-channel digital offset and gain calibration limits gain/offset errors to ±450 µV and ±305 µV respectively.
High-Voltage ICs Integrate Protection Features
October 17, 2007 5:11 am | International Rectifier | CommentsInternational Rectifier introduced a set of next-generation 600V high-voltage integrated circuits (HVIC). This IRS212x family of 600V single-channel gate drivers is suitable for motor control applications at low-, mid- and high-voltage levels and in a variety of circuit topologies including three-phase inverter, H-bridge, and other topologies utilizing MOS-gated power devices.
Edgecard Connector Series Features Parts with Temperature Ratings of From 125°C to 175°C
October 16, 2007 5:18 am | CommentsSullins Electronics, Corp. expanded its portfolio of edgecard connectors to include a cantilever edgecard connector series engineered to provide high performance, low cost connections on 0.100” (2.54 mm) or 0.156” (3.96 mm) centerline boards. Designed to mate with the plated fingers of a 0.062” ± 0.008” daughterboard, parts may be ordered rated to withstand +125°C, +150°C, or +175°C continual heat. These double-row connectors are available with either 0.370” or 0.400” wide insulators
Programmable Multiple Output Power Supplies Meet Medical / ITE Applications
October 15, 2007 11:11 am | CommentsGlobTek's UF-400AX series of power supplies delivers up to 111W of continuous output power and has 5 regulated outputs of +5V DC at 10A, +5V DC at 1.5A, -5V DC at .75A, 130V DC at .15A (externally programmable) and +12V DC at 2.5A. This efficient series features an optional aluminum U-channel chassis with optional top cover, remote voltage sensing, and active PFC. The device accepts universal input of 90V AC to 264V AC.
Entirely Modularized LED Modules
October 15, 2007 4:58 am | CommentsAmerican Bright Optoelectronics Corporation announced its Brite-XLED modules that boast an efficient low power approach to SSL design. The system is entirely modularized, allowing system designers the ability to choose the appropriate number of LEDs per module or the total aggregate number of modules and their geometric layout to achieve desired luminaire output. The modules can be specified to include one to eight LEDs
ESD Protection Technology for High-speed Data Lines in Portable Applications
October 12, 2007 5:42 am | On Semiconductor | CommentsON Semiconductor introduced the first member of its ultra-low capacitance, Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) protection family of devices. The ESD9L is a single line ESD protection device that offers 0.5 pF capacitance and low clamping voltage. Available in the industry’s smallest package for ESD protection, this part is suitable for safeguarding high speed data lines in portable applications such as cell phones, MP3 players, PDAs and digital cameras.
Serial Control Switch Relay Features Serial Communications
October 11, 2007 12:43 pm | CommentsThe Series 24 Serial Control Switch Relay (SCSR) from Electroswitch facilitates remote control and monitoring of circuit breakers, while retaining local control through a manual trip/close handle. An addressable network device with certified DNP 3.0, the SCSR combines the functions of various other devices and provides remote trip-coil monitoring (single or dual), sequence-of-events reporting, system battery monitoring, and self-diagnostic reporting.
Contact-free DC-Operated Rotary Position Sensors Features 0.1 Percent Linearity Over 120° Measurement Range
October 11, 2007 5:55 am | CommentsMacro Sensors introduces its RS 1500-120 series of fractional-turn contactless rotary position sensors for measuring the angular displacement of rotating elements such as quarter-turn ball and butterfly valves, air flow dampers, and diverter gates used in packaging and postal sorting machinery. Available as the RSE 1500-120 with a 24V DC input and a 0-to-10V DC output, or as the RSI 1500-120 with a 2-wire 4-20 mA loop-powered transmitter I/O
High Dielectric Relays
October 9, 2007 10:17 am | CommentsCIT Relay & Switch announced its J115 Series relay. This relay is offered in three versions: PC termination, combination PC and QC for contacts, and panel mount style QC for both coil and contacts. It exceeds industry UL standards – incorporating as standard 40A contacts, 240V AC, 30A @ 277V AC, and Class F insulation. All versions are available with contact arrangements of SPST N.O, SPST N.C., or SPDT. Options include standard 0.9W or reduced power consumption 0.6W coil and meet UL873 and UL508 spacing requirements
Integrated C-V Module
October 9, 2007 5:05 am | Keithley Instruments | CommentsKeithley Instruments, Inc. announces a C-V measurement instrument for its Model 4200-SCS Semiconductor Characterization System. The Model 4200-CVU instrument comes as a module that plugs into any available instrument slot of the Model 4200-SCS, allowing fast and easy capacitance measurements from femtoFarads (fF) to nanoFarads (nF), at frequencies from 10 kHz to 10 MHz.
Controller ICs Aid in Development of Energy Efficient Products
October 8, 2007 12:41 pm | CommentsCamSemi announced a family of performance controller ICs that will enable the development of low-cost, energy-efficient products. The C2470 family utilizes advances in intelligent digital/analogue control, coupled with a neat and simple resonant single-switch topology for off-line AC to DC power conversion. This approach provides secure operating efficiencies of 80% and 100 mW standby
4U Wide MicroTCA Portable Tower
October 8, 2007 10:53 am | CommentsElma Electronic Inc. announced a 4U wide MicroTCA Portable Tower which features a Star backplane with up to 6 AMCs. The unit also features 1 MicroTCA carrier hub (MCH) slot and a power module slot. The backplane has a JSM (J-Tag Switch Module) slot, used for diagnostics. The unit facilitates either single or double width format modules in the same backplane. Additional features include
Miniature Accelerometer for Vibration Screening of Circuit Boards and Mobile Phones
October 8, 2007 5:11 am | CommentsPCB Piezotronics introduced the Model 357A19, a miniature charge output accelerometer, designed for performing shock and vibration studies in space-restricted locations and on small, lightweight structures. The unit occupies a 0.11" × 0.16" × 0.27" envelope, and weighs 0.007 ounces (0.20 grams), for minimal mass loading of a test article. The unit connects to laboratory-style charge amplifiers or in-line charge converters, which
10 GHz Socket Technology for 0.4 mm Pitch BGA
October 5, 2007 6:32 am | Ironwood Electronics, Inc. | CommentsIronwood Electronics introduced their high performance BGA ZIF socket for 0.4 mm pitch BGA. The SG-BGA-7096 socket is designed for a Shinko 12 mm package size; operate at bandwidths up to 10 GHz with less than 1dB of insertion loss. The sockets are designed to dissipate up to several watts without extra heat sinking and can handle up to 100W with custom heat sink. The contact resistance is typically 23 m? per pin.
Accelerometer Alarm Transmitter for Monitoring Unbalance and Misalignment on Rotating Equipment
October 4, 2007 10:00 am | CommentsThe Model 682A08 Vibration Transmitter from the IMI Sensors division of PCB Piezotronics (PCB) is an ICP accelerometer signal conditioner, complete with dual semiconductor relay alarms and 4 mA to 20 mA signal transmission, for continuous monitoring of critical machinery. The device is suitable for monitoring unbalance and misalignment on motors, pump sets and other rotating equipment. This module provides excitation power for industry standard accelerometers
