Power supply features maximum output voltage up to 280VDC
April 15, 2013 3:06 pm | CommentsThe series of constant current (CC) models of the high-voltage output (maximum output voltage up to 280VDC) with IP65/67 design for customers’ choices and with the efficiency up to 91%. This series are built-in two-stage PFC circuit to achieve the EU harmonic interference limited of lighting products requirements EN61000-3-2 Class C (load> 50 to 55%)....
Compact IRED ideal for gesture detection
April 15, 2013 2:37 pm | Osram Opto Semiconductors | CommentsThe new infrared (IRED) Oslon black SFH 4716S from Osram Opto Semiconductors is one of the most powerful IREDs on the market, with an optical output of 1030 milliwatts (mW) and a beam angle of 150 degrees. It offers perfect illumination at a range of a few yards/meters and is ideal for gesture detection systems....
LED roof-mount light includes manual controls
April 15, 2013 2:16 pm | Larson Electronics Llc | CommentsLarson Electronics Magnalight released the RFM-LED-7 roof mounted, pan and tilt LED light. Equipped with a handle and shaft suited for most standard vehicles, this roof mounted LED light can be positioned quickly and easily by operators from inside their vehicle.
PXI multiplexer solutions rated up to 2A
April 15, 2013 2:03 pm | CommentsPickering Interfaces is expanding its range of low cost PXI multiplexers with the introduction of the 40-635, a single slot 3U PXI module providing a range of cost effective multiplexer (MUX) configurations for general purpose test applications.
Two-Watt UV LED promises energy and space savings
April 15, 2013 10:13 am | by Lumex, TitanBrite, UV, LED, solid state lighting | Lumex Inc. | CommentsLumex announced the launch of its TitanBrite 2W UV LED. Available in a standard 405nm wavelength (purple), it is asserted to provide twice the power output of standard high power LEDs for a wide range of applications. The TitanBrite 2W UV LED (SML-LXL8047UVC Series) is said to
Connectors allow 10,000 mating cycles
April 15, 2013 9:53 am | CommentsGlobal Connector Technology expands its industry leading range of vertical Micro USB2.0 connectors with the launch of two new B type products. An SMT type with cap allows fully automatic pick and place and a thru hole version with extended leads for use with .062” thick printed circuit boards.
Potentiometer switch offers dual-control options in single-unit space
April 12, 2013 4:03 pm | Electro-Mech Components | CommentsElectro-Mech’s new SW44884 potentiometer switch assembly offers both rotary and push-on functionality for maximum operation control, and features a clear light pipe shaft for front-panel illumination. The compact all-in-one unit saves valuable panel space in applications where there are tight design limitations.
Wireless non-contact switch increases flexibility, reduces maintenance costs
April 12, 2013 3:44 pm | Honeywell | CommentsHoneywell announced it has expanded its Limitless Wireless Solutions portfolio with the introduction of its new Limitless Non-Contact Switch WLS Series. The new WLS Series switch uses non-contact technology, enabling the device to actuate based on the presence or absence of magnets installed on a customer’s device – making it suitable for harsh operating environments.
ADC offers excellent AC and DC performance with true bipolar input range
April 12, 2013 2:40 pm | Mouser Electronics, Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. | CommentsMouser Electronics is now stocking the industry's smallest true bipolar +/-5V, 18-bit analog-to-digital converter from Maxim Integrated. MAX11156 SAR ADC offers excellent AC and DC performance with true bipolar input range.
Low-profile, surface-mount power inductors suit high-frequency switching applications
April 12, 2013 12:47 pm | Murata Power Solutions Inc. | CommentsMurata announced the Murata Power Solutions 3000A and 3000B series of low-profile power inductors for use in noise reduction circuits of high-frequency and high-current switching power supplies, DC-DC converters, and voltage regulator modules.
Development kit includes connectors for Arduino-compatible shields and Digilent PMOD daughter cards
April 12, 2013 12:12 pm | Cypress | CommentsPremier Farnell and Cypress Semiconductor announced today that customers can now pre-order the new PSoC 4 Pioneer Development Kit from element14. The powerful new kit costs only $25, and lets designers discover the capabilities of the new PSoC 4 programmable system-on-chip architecture....
Ionizing gun designed for safe, effective contaminant removal for industrial applications
April 12, 2013 10:04 am | CommentsNRD is pleased to announce the launch of the new Clean Room Ionizing Gun, model P-2021-5942. Designed, assembled and packaged for use in a wide variety of clean room applications, the Clean Room Ionizing Gun utilizes NRD’s proprietary Alpha Ionizing technology, providing safe, durable and highly effective static and contaminant removal.
Power analyzer enables precise current measurements on real-world signals
April 10, 2013 5:01 pm | CommentsTektronix announced its new precision multi-phase Power Analyzer. Featuring the industry’s first Spiral Shunt design (patent application submitted), the Tektronix PA4000 Power Analyzer gives power electronics engineers stable, precise current measurements even on highly distorted power waveforms common in many applications.
Ultrasonic sensors designed for gasflow measurement
April 10, 2013 4:38 pm | Morgan Electro Ceramics | CommentsMorgan Technical Ceramics (MTC) announces its new line of ultrasonic sensors for gasflow measurement, ideal for integrating into acoustic anemometry systems and SMART metering systems for measuring natural gas usage, as well as air-coupled level measurement of liquids and solids.
Processor blade delivers telecom-grade performance with optimum cost efficiency
April 10, 2013 3:17 pm | Adlink Technology | CommentsADLINK Technology rolls out the newest member of its AdvancedTCA blade family, the aTCA-9300. The aTCA-9300 delivers high performance, high-throughput connectivity, versatile and rich I/O, reliability at a cost-effective price, and is suitable for high-end applications such as network monitoring or media streaming.


