Product Releases
Flat Panel Touchscreen Computer
July 31, 2007 6:37 am | CommentsSealevel Systems, Inc. announces the SeaPAC-LXTM flat panel touchscreen computer that combines an AMD Geode processor with a selection of touchscreen LCDs and I/O expansion modules. Its modular design offers virtually unlimited configuration options, making field maintenance and upgrades easy. These systems are suitable for a variety of operator interface and machine control applications that require small size and versatile I/O connectivity.
Ethernet Switch with Extensive Configuration Options Via USB
July 31, 2007 6:28 am | CommentsHarting introduced its sCon Ethernet switch, which provides the user with more than 100 different configurable options via a USB port. It is plug-and-play capable as standard or configurable to meet custom requirements. The sCon manager configuration software allows simple operation via its graphical user interface.
Optical-fiber Signal Conditioner Modules
July 31, 2007 6:13 am | CommentsFISO Technologies introduced a new generation of optical-fiber signal conditioner modules, combined with a new Evolution table-top platform. The FPI-HR signal conditioners are suitable for laboratory and OEM applications. Each optical module is integrated inside a housing shell providing system protection and ease of integration. In addition, each module includes a RS-232 and RS-485 communication port as well as analog outputs (0V to 5V or 4 mA to 20 mA).
Crosspoint Switches Provide Low Power and Flexibility for High-Speed Applications
July 31, 2007 4:56 am | CommentsTexas Instruments Incorporated introduced two crosspoint switches supporting data rates up to 4.25Gbps. The 4 × 4 and 2 × 2 switches provide a desirable combination of high speed, low power and low jitter performance for applications such as XAUI signal buffering/muxing, backplane redundancy and high-speed network routing in end equipment such as wireless base stations and IP network routers.
Intelligent Power Modules for Energy Efficiency, Reliability in Home Appliance Motors
July 30, 2007 12:45 pm | CommentsInfineon Technologies AG introduced a family of integrated intelligent power modules that contain nearly all of the semiconductor components required to drive electronically controlled variable-speed electric motors. The CiPoS (Control Integrated Power System) modules are designed to enable energy-efficient operation of consumer appliances such as washing machines and air conditioners, offering efficiencies of up to 94 percent.
Energy Harvesting Wireless Strain Sensing Modules
July 30, 2007 11:59 am | CommentsMicroStrain announced that its energy harvesting wireless strain sensing modules have been released for sale. The company asserts its sensing systems will operate indefinitely -- without the need for batteries -- by converting the component’s cyclic strains into DC power using piezoelectric materials. The miniaturized energy harvesting sensing nodes, called ESG-LINK, feature a precision time keeper, non-volatile memory for on-board data logging and frequency agile IEEE 802.15.4 transceiver.
Wire-to-Board 0.6 mm Pitch Insulation Displacement Connector Said to be World’s Smallest
July 30, 2007 11:51 am | CommentsThe XSR Series Wire-to-Board connector from JST Corp. is said to be the world’s smallest 0.6 mm pitch insulation displacement (ID) connector for discrete wires. This connector has a mounting height of 1.45 mm and a depth of 3 mm. The twin U-slot along with a new design approach for wire strain relief ensures a reliable contact/connector system. It features a secure locking design between the socket housing and PCB assembly
Development Platform and Production-ready Module Enable Key Deterministic Industrial Standards in COM Express
July 30, 2007 11:43 am | CommentsFreescale is introducing an all-in-one networking platform for industrial markets featuring Power Architecture technology and delivered in the COM Express form factor. The platform’s MPC8360E PowerQUICC II Pro processor is said to meet or exceed the performance of ASICs and FPGAs and support control and communications processing tasks on a single device. It also integrates QUICC Engine communications controller technology for desirable programmability and the ability to support evolving
IP Gateway Products Fuse ZigBee, Wi-Fi and Cellular for Drop-in Networking
July 30, 2007 11:36 am | CommentsDigi International introduced the ConnectPort X line of gateways that provide seamless connectivity of ZigBee, Wi-Fi, cellular and Ethernet traffic to centralized applications and databases. They also support GPS and 1 GB of local storage. The product family is augmented by new families of XBee adapters and wall routers that provide end-device connectivity and network extension. “Drop-in Networking” devices provide end-to-end wireless connectivity to commercial grade electronic devices in locations where wired infrastructure doesn’t exist or satisfy customer needs.
Dual-Purpose 8 Gb/s Fibre Channel SAN Tester and Protocol Analyzer
July 30, 2007 11:20 am | Agilent Technologies | CommentsAgilent Technologies Inc. introduced what is said to be the industry's only dual-purpose SAN tester and protocol analyzer for 8 Gb/s Fibre Channel (FC). Combining realistic network stimulus of the SAN tester application with sophisticated protocol analysis and troubleshooting capabilities allows engineers to speed up the design and development of next-generation storage devices. The module helps storage equipment manufactures conduct realistic tests on their device under test (DUT) early in the development and qualification cycle
High Power Wirewound Resistors
July 30, 2007 7:11 am | CommentsNTE Electronics, Inc. announced additions to its line of resistors. Round Silicone wirewound ceramic resistors in 1W, 3W, 5W, and 10W Versions feature a high temperature silicone coating with complete welded construction, and provide stability in operation and exhibit a high power to size ratio. Fixed vitreous wirewound types in
Programmable Gain Amplifier
July 30, 2007 4:55 am | CommentsNational Semiconductor Corporation introduced what is said to be the industry’s highest-precision programmable gain amplifier (PGA). The LMP8100A delivers guaranteed 0.03 percent gain accuracy using a software adjustable gain (in 1V/V increments) from 1V/V to 16V/V over the full industrial temperature range of -40°C to 125°C. The company also offers the LMP8100 semi-precision grade PGA, which provides guaranteed 0.075 percent gain accuracy over the -40°C to
AdvancedTCA Chassis for Cost-Sensitive Applications
July 26, 2007 12:27 pm | CommentsAsis North America announced its Effective Series AdvancedTCA chassis, available in AC or DC versions and two-, five- and 14-slot configurations. Effective Series 2 and 5-slot versions are available with removable top cover making them an ideal development platform. Its cooling system implements a pressurized-only cooling method and uses the latest fan and airflow technologies. The system has been verified to meet more than the 200W per slot requirement, while
High Efficiency, 7W Buck LED Driver
July 26, 2007 12:02 pm | CommentsCatalyst Semiconductor introduced a buck converter in a TSOT-23 package for driving high-brightness, 350 mA LEDs at up 94 percent efficiency. The CAT4201 incorporates the company's patent-pending switching control algorithm. This new architecture is said to reduce system complexity, improve efficiency and allow an external RSET control resistor to preset a regulated LED current up to 350 mA from supplies as high as 24V for inductor control and to eliminate the need for a dedicated heat sink.
Encapsulated 10A DC/DC Switching DC/DC Regulator System for Military Applications
July 26, 2007 11:35 am | CommentsLinear Technology's LTM4600HVMPV is a complete and encapsulated 10A switching DC/DC regulator system and the first device in a new family of uModule (micromodule) DC/DC regulators for rugged military and avionics applications. The device is fully tested over the temperature range of -55°C to 125°C, and it is offered in a 15 mm x 15 mm x 2.8 mm Military Plastic LGA (Land Grid Array) package. Comprised entirely of Linear Technology silicon and supported by the company's in-house testing, the LTM4600HVMPV is
