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Thumb-wheel RF Step Attenuator Provides High Precision to 18 GHz
June 5, 2010 11:22 am | Product Releases | CommentsNarda Microwave introduced the Model 743-60 step attenuator that provides attenuation of 0 dB to 60 dB in 10-dB steps via a thumb-wheel and direct readout, and covers DC to 18 GHz. The Model 743-60 is precise, with attenuation deviation of
AC Motor Switches Provide Built-in Protection
June 5, 2010 10:12 am | Stmicroelectronics | Product Releases | CommentsSTMicroelectronics has unveiled AC switches for controlling appliance motors. These AC switches can be used without many of the additional components normally needed to ensure smooth switching and provide protection.
Custom Thermistor Probe Assemblies Feature Turn-Key Readiness
June 5, 2010 9:55 am | Product Releases | CommentsSelco Products' CP Series and CS Series Thermistor Probe Assemblies can be customized to meet unique demands for specialized application requirements. These negative (NTC) temperature coefficient thermistors can be
Snap-In Ratcheting Strain Relief is Removable
June 5, 2010 9:40 am | Product Releases | CommentsHeyco Products has announced that its Snap-In Ratcheting Strain Relief (PN 1280) is now removable. The newly designed strain relief can be easily removed through insertion of standard snap ring pliers with
Lead Screw Assembly Series Touts Small Size
June 5, 2010 9:21 am | Product Releases | CommentsHaydon Kerk Motion Solutions introduces its Kerk Micro Series Lead screw Assemblies. Standard configurations include 2 mm diameter screws with leads ranging from
Silicone Coating Touts Low Coefficient of Friction
June 5, 2010 9:03 am | Product Releases | CommentsNuSil Technology LLC announced the release of R-2182. This curable coating is designed to alleviate surface tackiness and blocking (sticking to themselves by virtue of chemical affinity) in applications in which
Sensor Touts 250 Pa to 500 Pa FS Low Pressure Measurement Ranges
June 5, 2010 8:46 am | Product Releases | CommentsSensortechnics’ LBA Series offers differential low pressure measurement with ranges of 250 and 500 Pa (1 and 2 inch H2O) Full Scale. The LBA sensors perform fully analog on-chip CMOS signal conditioning to allow for
Embedded Wi-Fi Modules Offer API Interface
June 5, 2010 8:18 am | Microchip Technology Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsMicrochip Technology Inc announced its next-gen agency-certified MRF24WB0MA/MB embedded Wi-Fi transceiver modules. The IEEE 802.11 module firmware has an easy-to-use API driver interface to
Transceiver Modules Tout Low Receive Current
June 5, 2010 8:11 am | Microchip Technology Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsMicrochip Technology introduced its MRF89XA transceiver with a low receive current of 3 mA for longer battery life in 868, 915 and 950 MHz Sub-GHz wireless networks. The 868 MHz MRF89XAM8A and 915 MHz MRF89XAM9A transceiver modules are
Synchronous MOSFET Half Bridge Touts High Performance, Efficiency In Half the Size of Discretes
June 5, 2010 5:24 am | Product Releases | CommentsTexas Instruments’ CSD86350Q5D Power Block consists of two asymmetric NexFET power MOSFETs with advanced packaging technology that delivers high-performance in low voltage synchronous buck half bridge applications including
200 W Medical Power Supply Features a Compact Size
June 4, 2010 3:28 pm | Product Releases | CommentsTumbler Technologies + TRUMPower introduced its medically approved TMC200 Series power supply. It has a compact size of 3” x 5” x 1.5” and is capable of delivering 200 W of continuous DC power. The series is
ScopeCorder Touts High-speed Sampling, Real-time Recording
June 4, 2010 3:03 pm | Product Releases | CommentsYokogawa DL850 combines the features of a high-speed oscilloscope and those of a traditional data acquisition recorder in a single, portable instrument. A dedicated version for the automotive industry – the DL850V Vehicle Edition – includes a module for monitoring the CAN in-vehicle serial bus. Features include the
Pressure Sensor Transmitters Tout Extended Range
June 4, 2010 2:58 pm | Product Releases | CommentsTDK-EPC announced EPCOS MiniCell Series of pressure sensor transmitters, now with an extended range. Said to be the smallest media-separated differential pressure transmitters worldwide, they are available for
Connector Provides EMI Filtering with Hot Shoe Style Mating
June 4, 2010 12:23 pm | Product Releases | CommentsSpectrum Advanced Specialty Products introduced an EMI filtered connector, the Rapid Mate, designed for easy mating to spring loaded, compliant contacts. This connector combines
Precision Temperature Forcing Systems include Thermal Air Ionization Module
June 4, 2010 11:49 am | Product Releases | CommentsThermonics, Inc., announced that it has incorporated a thermal air ionization (T-ION) module as a standard feature on its line of T-2500 Precision Temperature Forcing Systems. This advanced feature enhances the product lines’ ability to safely test semiconductor devices at cold and hot temperatures by eliminating potential electrostatic discharge (ESD) events.
RF Inductors Are QPL Military-Approved
June 4, 2010 11:26 am | Product Releases | CommentsGowanda’s MLRF1010 Series is QPL approved to MIL-PRF-83446/04. The series provides surface mount RF inductors with i nductance from .01 uH to 27 uH, Q Min from 22 to 60, SRF MHz Min from
India’s Rustom UAV up for final approval
June 4, 2010 11:06 am | by Jason Lomberg, Technical Editor | Blogs | CommentsAccording to LiveFist, India’s Rustom UAV has reached the government's apex Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) for final financial approval. The medium altitude long endurance (MALE) drone is being developed for the Indian Army, Air Force, and Navy, and will carry out surveillance up to 250 km (155 miles) away.
Cyborg Nanoscale Transistor Interface Created
June 4, 2010 8:46 am | Blogs | CommentsScientists have embedded a nano-sized transistor inside a cell-like membrane and powered it using the cell's own fuel.
Tablet Computers vs. Netbooks
June 4, 2010 7:28 am | by Peter A. Khairolomour, Technical Marketing Manager, Fairchild Semiconductor | Articles | CommentsIt’s really not a question of whether or not the tablet computer will displace netbooks and laptops. What it comes down to is what functions the tablet computer will take over and what functions netbooks/laptops will retain.
Bench-Top Multimeter Line Includes True RMS and 50,000 Count
June 4, 2010 7:08 am | Product Releases | CommentsB&K Precision’s Model 5491B bench-top multimeter for applications in education, service & repair, and manufacturing offers an accuracy of 0.02 percent, a digital dual display for viewing two measurements simultaneously, a fast measurement rate of up to
Kingbright Presents 3.5 x 3.5mm 0.5W SMD LEDs
June 4, 2010 6:39 am | Product Releases | CommentsKingbright Corporation, a TS 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 certified LED manufacturer presents its cost-efficient 3.5 x 3.5mm 0.5W SMD LEDs (AA3535 series) in industry-standard PLCC4 package. Despite its compact design with a wide 120° viewing angle, the ultra-bright LED achieves high intensity illumination up to 30 lm @ 150mA...
Design Considerations for Pressure Sensing Integration
June 4, 2010 6:35 am | by Tim Shotter and Dan DeFalco, All Sensors Corporation, www.allsensors.com, and Molly Chamberlin, Embassy Global PR | Articles | CommentsA handheld battery operated spirometry device, for example, must be able to be turned on and off quickly and instantly, while continuously recording data over a 20-second period with optimized use of available power, thus requiring a low-voltage pressure sensor which is able to use power only as needed.
Single-gate Logic Products Are Built on an Advanced 5 V CMOS Process
June 4, 2010 5:54 am | Product Releases | CommentsDiodes Incorporated has released its first family of single-gate logic products. Built on an advanced 5 V CMOS process and offering performance enhancements over existing alternatives, the 74LVC1Gxx series provides
IR Introduces Rugged Dual Channel Low-Side Driver IC for Automotive Applications
June 4, 2010 5:48 am | International Rectifier | Product Releases | CommentsInternational Rectifier introduced the AUIRS4426S dual channel low-side driver IC for use in automotive applications including hybrid power train drives, direct fuel injection and DC-DC converter applications.
SiGe mixer targets the 1500MHz market
June 4, 2010 5:41 am | Product Releases | CommentsMaxim Integrated Products introduces the MAX19994A, a fully integrated, 1200MHz to 2000MHz, dual downconverting mixer with an on-chip LO switch, buffer, and splitter. Designed using Maxim's proprietary monolithic SiGe BiCMOS process, this device delivers an unparalleled combination of linearity, noise performance, and component integration.
