Power
AXSEM RF IC Chip offers solution for narrow-band multi-channel operation in licensed/unlicensed bands
May 22, 2012 1:41 pm | Products | CommentsThe AX5043 is a true single chip narrow-band RF transceiver for the 70 MHz to 1050 MHz frequency bands. It offers the unique receiver combination of highest sensitivity, high selectivity and ultra-low power.
MSGWI06 Series of 6 Watt DC/DC Power Modules
May 22, 2012 8:55 am | Products | CommentsThe Minmax MSGWI06 Series is a compact 6 watt DC/DC converter in an SMD package with a footprint of .87” x .80” x .40”
Power modules meet increased power and energy monitoring demands
May 21, 2012 2:10 pm | Products | CommentsEricsson has announced a new series of Power Interface Modules that save board space for core processing functions and enable system architects to design equipment with energy monitoring features, enabling the use of optimization algorithms to
48-W AC/DC constant current or constant voltage dimmable LED driver suits dry and damp locations
May 21, 2012 11:54 am | Products | CommentsPower Sources Unlimited, Inc. announces the LF1048 Series AC/DC constant current or constant voltage dimmable LED driver power supply. Units are fully potted and suitable for dry and damp locations. They are UL1012, cUL, FCC B, CE, REACH , IP66 and RoHS compliant.
Metallization materials tout desirable adhesion
May 19, 2012 12:31 pm | Products | CommentsDuPont Microcircuit Materials has launched its next-generation back side silver material for high-efficiency solar cells. DuPon™ Solamet PV51x series photovoltaic metallization paste products are tabbing conductors made with
Silicon solar cables perform in harsh weather conditions
May 19, 2012 11:24 am | Products | CommentsRated for voltages up to 42,000 VDC, Cicoil’s Silicone Jacketed Solar Power Cables have been designed to provide absolute reliability in solar panel interconnection and photovoltaic applications. These halogen-free cables are flame retardant, flexible and are said to
Current-sense transformers designed for high-frequency power applications up to 200A
May 18, 2012 9:58 am | Products | CommentsICE Components announces two new current sense transformers. ICE’s CT07 and CT08 current sense transformers use a nanocrystalline core to increase the current rating and frequency range over similarly sized CT’s. ICE’s CT07 and CT08 offers many advantages over CT’s presently used in AC/DC converters, motor drives, power supplies for telecom applications and power supplies for high power.
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
Power source meets needs of automated utility substations
May 11, 2012 1:16 pm | Products | CommentsBehlman Electronics has announced a major breakthrough in the quality and reliability of the electrical power available to support the operation of Automated Utility Substations, with its new INV-2500 Inverter.
High current power inductors target DC/DC converters, VRMs and other PoL apps
May 11, 2012 9:56 am | Products | CommentsICE Components, Inc. introduced the I03 Series of high current power inductors. The inductors feature a small footprint and high power density, and they come in an economical package that is
Capacitors maintain 20% recommended voltage derating
May 10, 2012 12:22 pm | Products | CommentsAVX Corporation has developed the industry’s first 63V and 75V single-anode tantalum polymer capacitors. Part of the TCJ Series polymer tantalum capacitors, these new surface mount devices (SMDs) deliver high capacitance, high voltage and low ESR values in a small case size.
NPD Solarbuzz Announces Inaugural China PV Conference in Shanghai, July 19-20
May 10, 2012 10:08 am | News | CommentsSolarbuzz announced it will host its inaugural Solarbuzz China PV Conference in Shanghai, China. This two-day event will take place July 19-20, 2012 at the Renaissance Shanghai Yangtze Hotel, and will provide valuable insight and critical market data to help the PV supply chain effectively develop business strategies.
Power modules deliver up to 60% smaller footprint
May 9, 2012 9:38 am | Products | CommentsInternational Rectifier today introduced a family of highly integrated, ultra-compact, patent pending µIPM power modules for high efficiency appliance and light industrial applications including compressor drives for refrigeration, pumps for heating and water circulation, air-conditioning fans, dishwashers, and automation systems.
Step-down regulator consumes only 5µA quiescent current
May 8, 2012 11:32 am | Products | CommentsLinear Technology Corporation introduces the LTM8029, a 5µA quiescent current DC/DC step-down µModule regulator with very low dropout voltage and a wide input and output voltage range of operation. Capable of delivering up to 600mA, the LTM8029 prolongs battery run time one to two key features...
Backplanes feature various power options
May 8, 2012 11:25 am | Products | CommentsPixus Technologies now offers VME64x backplanes in high-power, pluggable, and standard versions. VME64x (VME64 extensions) backplanes typically come in a 6U height. Pixus offers 6U VME64x backplanes in various slot sizes with power bugs above and below the slots.
Voltage regulator ICs tout low dropout voltage
May 7, 2012 4:59 pm | Products | CommentsBased on CMOS technology, Seiko Instruments’ S-13A1 Series is a positive voltage regulator with a low dropout voltage, high output voltage accuracy and low current consumption. Developed with a 2.2-uF small ceramic capacitor, the regulator
Heat-sinkable power resistor handles 2000 Watts
May 7, 2012 4:31 pm | Products | CommentsOffering a high power density in a 3 x 3 inch footprint and a height of 1.548 in, Ohmite’s TA2K0 Series of heat-sinkable power resistors is available in 14 stocked resistance values, ranging from 0.50 to 1000 Ohms and provides power ratings up to 2000 Watts. Stocked in
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
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
Higher solar cell efficiencies taking benefits of IC technology experience
May 4, 2012 9:36 am | by Philip Pieters, business development director Energy at imec, www.imec.be | Blogs | CommentsBy bringing expertise of the semiconductor industry to the PV industry, we can significantly increase the efficiency of crystalline silicon solar cells. Of course, the semiconductor processes cannot simply be copied into the PV lines. They must be adapted towards higher throughput and lower cost. This is a challenge but also an opportunity for
Constant-current LED drivers available in outputs up to 1400mA
May 3, 2012 11:19 am | Products | CommentsPhihong USA has developed a new constant-current external LED driver for high power applications, including street and parking area lighting. Designated the PDA125 series, the 125W drivers are available in outputs of 700mA, 1050mA and 1400mA. This versatility, combined with a wide range of operating temperatures...
Hot-swap power modules include 12V output in a 1U horizontal / 2U vertical package
May 3, 2012 10:56 am | Products | CommentsTectrol introduces the TFE-850 Series of 850 Watt Hot-Swap Power Modules with 12V Output in a 1U Horizontal / 2U Vertical package and 11” depth ideal for Networking and Storage applications. The TFE-850 front end power supply delivers 850 watts of 12V power with 3.3VSB @ 1A in a high-density hot-swap / redundant package measuring 11 x 3.3 x 1.6”.
Fully differential amplifier drives 18-bit ADCs & consumes only 5mW
May 2, 2012 12:18 pm | Products | CommentsLinear Technology announces the LTC6362, a low-power fully differential amplifier that can drive high precision 16- and 18-bit SAR ADCs at only 1mA supply current. With 200µV max input offset voltage and 3.9nV/√Hz input-referred noise, it is well suited for precision industrial and data acquisition applications.
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
500-Watt AC-DC supplies feature high efficiency, low weight for use in harsh environments
May 2, 2012 10:40 am | Products | CommentsIn order to meet customer demand for higher power output and greater reliability in a compact, lightweight design able to handle harsh environmental conditions, Abbott Technologies has added a new 500-Watt AC-DC model to its highly successful power supply product line.
