Industrial
42V, 2.5A(IOUT), 2.2MHz Synchronous Step-Down DC/DC Converter Delivers
May 21, 2012 3:21 pm | Products | CommentsLinear Technology Corporation announces the LT8610, a 2.5A, 42V input capable synchronous step-down switching regulator.
PC/104-Plus dual channel Gigabit Ethernet module connects to embedded networks
May 21, 2012 9:22 am | Products | CommentsWinSystems announced a two channel, Gigabit Ethernet LAN module designed to offer flexible, high-performance networking connectivity for industrial embedded applications. Named the PPM-GIGE-2, it offers self-stacking I/O expansion on PC/104, EPIC, and EBX SBCs based on the industry-standard
Two-component silicone presents flexibility and high temperature resistance
May 19, 2012 11:54 am | Products | CommentsOffering a blend of desirable performance properties, Master Bond MasterSil 153 is often used in a variety of bonding and sealing applications involving optical, electrical, aerospace and medical devices. As an addition cured system, it does not require air for complete cross-linking. It can
Haptic platform for control panels targets home appliances
May 19, 2012 11:41 am | Products | CommentsHiWave Technologies launched a touch feedback platform for control panels for everyday household appliances. The platform will enable manufacturers to simplify the production process by replacing button controls with flat control panels that maintain the feel of a mechanical key press, when touched.
Sensors monitor vibration for a variety of commercial applications
May 19, 2012 11:06 am | Products | CommentsSeries 961/960-TX sensors from Columbia Research Labs are designed specifically to monitor vibration generated by military and commercial helicopter engines, transmissions, and airframes. The model 961, single axis, and each sensor in the Model 960-TX, triaxial, feature
Liquid-level reed sensors ideal for industrial and home applications
May 17, 2012 8:52 am | Products | CommentsMEDER electronic offers a complete line of liquid level reed sensors, ideal for use in laboratory fluid systems, automotive fluid sensing, aerospace and marine fuel level sensors, as well as a myriad of industrial uses, electrical equipment, and home appliances. MEDER recently launched a product training module on Digikey.com to help users make the best use of liquid level sensors.
Industrial pressure sensors offered in common psi from 5 to 10,000
May 15, 2012 2:46 pm | Products | CommentsHoneywell has expanded its industrial pressure sensor portfolio with the new Honeywell IP Series of industrial pressure sensors. This new product line includes two new models, designed to offer reliable, repeatable pressure measurements in a variety of industrial manufacturing environments and applications.
Wireless transceiver promises double operation lifetime in smart meters
May 14, 2012 10:05 am | Products | CommentsSTMicroelectronics introduced a high-performance, ultra-low-power wireless transceiver for Automatic Meter Infrastructure and other wireless sensor node applications, such as alarm and security systems, home and building automation, and industrial monitoring and control. ST’s SPIRIT1 transceiver combines...
150 watt explosion-proof LED light tower provides 10,000 lumens
May 14, 2012 9:57 am | Products | CommentsMagnalight.com has announced the release of the EPL-TP-1X150LED-100 adjustable quad-pod tower mounted explosion proof light for hazardous location use. These units are designed for easy deployment and high stability with a 150 watt LED light head producing 10,000 lumens mounted atop an adjustable aluminum tower with four legs.
Tester targets photovoltaic modules and strings
May 14, 2012 9:32 am | Products | CommentsMC Technologies’ PROFITEST-PV allows the measurement of I-U-parameters as well as photovoltaic-modules and strings. A new patented procedure enables the test unit to read peak power, serial resistance, parallel resistance at the same time. All information can
Humidity and temperature sensor targets high production volumes
May 11, 2012 3:40 pm | Products | CommentsSensirion announced the SHT20, a low-cost member of the SHT2x family of sensors. With a typical accuracy of 3 percent RH, the new sensor is appropriate for price-sensitive applications. The SHT20 humidity and temperature sensor offers
Smaller and smaller: Connectors shrink to meet the demands of miniature electronics
May 10, 2012 10:56 am | by Lukas Muth, Combicon Compact Product Marketing, Phoenix Contact GmbH & Co. KG, Blomberg, Germany & Andrew Bogaczyk, Lead Product Marketing Specialist – Device Connectors, Phoenix Contact USA, Middletown, PA. | Articles | CommentsTo meet the needs of today’s ever-smaller electronics, the individual electromechanical elements on printed circuit boards (PCBs) have become miniaturized. While this creates higher density, the small size can present challenges when manufacturing. Plug connectors with centerlines of 2.5 mm or smaller can be especially challenging.
Remote-controlled stanchion-mount LED boat light produces over 2,500 lumens
May 9, 2012 1:46 pm | Products | CommentsLarson Electronics’ Magnalight.com has announced the release of a stanchion mounted LED Golight that includes standard red and green navigation lights. The GL-9110 LED Golight produces a powerful spotlight beam and is ideal for smaller boats where power conservation is an issue.
Laser bar series tout high efficiency at 200 Watts continuous optical output power
May 9, 2012 10:04 am | Products | CommentsOsram Opto Semiconductors’ new laser bars offer extremely high efficiency of up to 65 percent at 200 Watts optical output power and can simplify the design of laser systems and reduce their cost, according to the company. The SPL BKxx-40WFT produces
Insulated gate bipolar transistors targeted at industrial motor control and consumer products
May 8, 2012 4:19 pm | Products | CommentsON Semiconductor today introduced a new series of Field Stop Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistors (IGBTs) targeted at industrial motor control and consumer products. The NGTB15N120, NGTB20N120 and NGTB25N120 enable high performance power conversion solutions for a wide range of demanding applications...
Scaffold-mount LED work light provides low-voltage operation
May 8, 2012 8:45 am | Products | CommentsMagnalight.com announced today the release of the Epljh-70led-1224I-100 low voltage scaffold mount LED work light to its inventory of explosion proof lighting equipment. This explosion proof LED light is designed to provide low-voltage operation and versatile mounting capabilities for workers in hazardous locations...
SIA applauds House and Senate Appropriations Committees for supporting increased funding for scientific research
May 7, 2012 2:36 pm | News | CommentsThe Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA), representing U.S. leadership in semiconductor manufacturing and design, today applauded the House of Representatives and the Senate Appropriations Committees’ support for increased funding levels for both the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Through highly effective
Pushbutton female connectors streamline assembly
May 7, 2012 12:12 pm | Products | CommentsWAGO Corporation’s MCS-MIDI 2721 and 2231 MIDI Classic Push-Button Female Connectors are said to streamline assembly via push-button and PUSH WIRE terminations. Accommodating all conductors AWG 28–12, MCS-MIDI Female Connectors carry
FPC connector series features dual contact points
May 7, 2012 11:30 am | Products | CommentsHirose has developed a series of FPC connectors that can be mated by using either its top or bottom contact points, thus providing engineers with product design flexibility. Designated the FH39 Series, the FPC connectors feature
Comparison of Semiconductor Particle Counting Technologies
May 7, 2012 11:02 am | News | CommentsReducing or eliminating the presence of particle contaminants is an important step in tool qualification.
Pushbutton switch targets high power applications
May 4, 2012 5:09 pm | Products | CommentsPhaseda LLC has introduced its RL5 full size pushbutton switch. This high power rated push switch has both single pole and double pole versions, function includes on-off and momentary. It has UL rating at 16A 125 VAC and 3/4HP 250 VAC for high power and motor applications. It is
Electronic pressure switch touts easy to program on-off set point
May 4, 2012 4:51 pm | Products | CommentsOmega introduced its PSW14 Series of electronic pressure switches which can feature either a single switch with adjustable hysteresis or a dual switch with fixed hysteresis. This CE compliant product has an easy to program on/off set point and its
D-Sub connector interface modules are DIN rail mountable
May 4, 2012 4:02 pm | Products | CommentsAutomation Systems Interconnect released a DIN rail mountable pluggable D-SUB connector interface module for use in industrial control and automation applications. The transition from a D-Subminiature to individual wires is asserted to
Magnetic pedestal-mount LED work light produces 14,790 lumen light output
May 2, 2012 11:31 am | Products | CommentsLarson Electronics’ Magnalight.com announced today the addition of a portable pedestal mounted LED light that offers high power and the versatility and stability of magnetic mounting. Designed to provide a powerful and highly versatile lighting option for operators requiring effective portable area lighting, the BML-150LED magnetic pedestal work area light provides as much illumination as 400 watt metal halide units...
50-A SiC MOSFET family with 1700-V device touts improved efficiency for high-power apps
May 2, 2012 11:06 am | Products | CommentsCree, Inc. announced a new family of 50-A Silicon Carbide (SiC) devices, including a 1700-V Z-FET SiC MOSFET. These new 50-A SiC devices, which also include a 1200V Z-FET SiC MOSFET and three Z-Rec SiC Schottky diodes, are asserted to enable
