Power
Insulated-gate bipolar transistors optimized for uninterruptible power supplies, solar, induction heating, industrial motor, and welding applications
February 11, 2013 3:00 pm | International Rectifier | Product Releases | CommentsInternational Rectifier (IR) announced the expansion of its family of 600V insulated-gate bipolar transistors (IGBTs) with the introduction of the IRGP4640D, IRGP4650D and IRGP4660D. The new rugged, reliable devices are optimized for uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), solar, induction heating, industrial motor and welding applications.
Down-hole power supply provides two ranges of high-voltage AC at 60 Hz
February 11, 2013 9:50 am | Behlman Electronics | Product Releases | CommentsThe Behlman BL1500 unit is powered from 115 VAC, 47-63 Hz and provides two ranges of high-voltage AC at 60 Hz. Units can be stacked for increased power. Protective circuits include input, short circuit, constant current and thermal protection. BL1500 power supplies have an RS 485 interface....
Low-cost, single-output, 20W switching power supplies feature compact packaging
February 8, 2013 11:41 am | MicroPower Direct, LLC | Product Releases | CommentsAvailable now from MicroPower Direct, the MPM-20EPB series is a family of low-cost, single-output, 20W switching power supplies. These modules include a universal AC input, full safety approvals, robust filtering and compact packaging.
Beer: The next great alternative energy source
February 8, 2013 10:10 am | by Kasey Panetta, Associate Editor | Blogs | CommentsForget solar power. The future of energy is beer power. I’m not talking about beer goggles that make you feel like you can invent the perfect form of alternative energy ... but actually using beer to power a brewery. The Alaskan Brewing Co, is located in Juneau, Alaska...
Power: Less is more for 2013
February 7, 2013 3:10 pm | by Bryon Moyer, Mouser Electronics | Mouser Electronics | Blogs | CommentsPower has come of age as a defining parameter in electronic systems. Whether maximizing battery life, keeping an enclosure cool, or passing large currents more efficiently, projects now start with power in mind. In 2013, we will see the continued migration of power technologies from research to commercial availability.
Single-output AC-DC supplies operate from a universal input of 85-264Vac, 47-63Hz, with PFC
February 7, 2013 2:55 pm | TDK-Lambda Americas, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsTDK Corporation announces the release of TDK-Lambda’s latest addition to its ZWS line of compact AC-DC power supplies. The new single-output ZWS300BAF series provides 300-watts with convection cooling (no fans required). This design eliminates the need for fan maintenance and reduces acoustic noise and vibrations.
Power supplies designed to charge secondary batteries
February 5, 2013 2:57 pm | Product Releases | CommentsTDK Corporation announces the new TDK-Lambda HWS-L/BAT series of industrial grade 600W and 1000W power supplies. These supplies are designed to charge secondary batteries (e.g., Lithium Ion, Lead Acid, etc.) that are employed in emergency power backup systems. They can also be used in applications
Development board features 200-V peak voltage and 2-A maximum output current
February 5, 2013 10:33 am | Efficient Power Conversion | Product Releases | CommentsEfficient Power Conversion Corporation (EPC) today announced the availability of the EPC9004 development board, featuring EPC’s enhancement-mode gallium nitride (eGaN) field effect transistors (FETs). This board demonstrates how recently introduced IC gate drivers, optimized for GaN FETs...
Miniature DC/DC LED drivers designed to power/control high brightness LEDs
January 31, 2013 2:49 pm | MicroPower Direct, LLC | Product Releases | CommentsThe LD48 series, now available now from MicroPower Direct, is a family of miniature, DC/DC LED drivers. Specifically designed to power/control high brightness LEDs, these units feature a constant current output up to 1A, PWM & analog dimming, and efficiency to 97 percent.
Programmable AC-DC power supplies feature current capabilities up to 70A
January 30, 2013 2:40 pm | Acopian | Product Releases | CommentsAcopian announced the availability of a new family of programmable AC-DC power supplies. Featuring wide-adjust output voltages from 0V-5V to 0-135V and current capabilities up to 70A, the 1U format single output voltage power supplies offer 750W of output power. These rack and benchtop modules notably provide high power density, low ripple and a user-friendly front panel.
Power supply features high efficiency and small form factor
January 30, 2013 2:18 pm | SL Power Electronics Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsSL Power Electronics announces the latest offering in its power dense product line, the CINT3110 AC/DC power solution. As with SL Power’s other high-density open frame AC/DC Industrial/ITE power supplies, the CINT3110 is approved to the highest safety standards, including EN/IEC/UL60950-1, 2nd edition.
Three-phase transformers ideal for instrumentation and industrial controls power applications
January 30, 2013 10:43 am | Product Releases | CommentsWith their advanced performance, rugged construction and superior reliability, the modular IPI Three-Phase Transformer Series from Innovative Power, Inc., delivers superior power management in a wide range of instruments and controls designed for heavy-duty industrial use.
Motion control provide over 1 Kilowatt of power
January 30, 2013 10:13 am | Performance Motion Devices | Product Releases | CommentsPerformance Motion Devices, Inc. (PMD) announces ATLAS®, a new family of single-axis amplifiers that provide high performance torque control of DC Brush, brushless DC, and step motors. ATLAS amplifiers are packaged in a compact solderable format and utilize standard through-hole pins for all connections.
High-tech airship under construction in California hangar could provide cargo solutions
January 30, 2013 8:55 am | by RAQUEL MARIA DILLON Associated Press | News | CommentsThe massive blimp-like aircraft flies but just barely, hovering only a dozen feet off a military hangar floor during flight testing south of Los Angeles. Still, the fact that the hulking Aeroscraft could fly for just a few minutes represents a step forward in aviation, according to the engineers who developed it.
Amplifier module delivers 100W of output power
January 29, 2013 11:37 am | Empower Rf Systems | Product Releases | CommentsEmpower model BBM5K8CKT (SKU 1191) is a 2500 to 6000 MHz amplifier which is guaranteed to deliver 100W output power and related RF performance under all specified temperature and environmental conditions. The amplifier module is 8.0” x 6.5” x 1.0”.
Are you interested in becoming a Brainstorm expert?
January 29, 2013 10:02 am | by Kasey Panetta, Associate Editor | Blogs | CommentsWe here at ECN love to hear what you have to say, so for our April issue we’re opening up the Brainstorm discussion to our faithful readers. We want to hear your thoughts about home energy and the future of technology. Typically, the Brainstorm is an editorial section consisting of short commentary by five or six experts in a particular vertical market.
Power factor correction product line enables efficient and cost-effective power conversion solutions
January 28, 2013 1:18 pm | Alpha And Omega Semiconductor | Product Releases | CommentsAlpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited introduced the first of a new product line of Power Factor Correction (PFC) devices; the AOZ7111 is an active power factor correction controller which integrates a number of safety features and functions for the design of robust, efficient and cost-effective off-line power conversion solutions.
DC/DC converters with an internal driver capable of 18V operation
January 28, 2013 1:06 pm | Product Releases | CommentsThe XC9248 series are bootstrap-type Nch-Nch drive step-down synchronous DC/DC converters with an internal driver Tr that is capable of 18V operation. The input voltage range is 4.5V to 18V and the maximum output current is 2.2A. A 0.8V reference voltage supply is incorporated, and the output voltage can be set using an external resistor ladder.
TVS components protect power, AC/DC and telecom devices
January 28, 2013 11:37 am | ProTek Devices | Product Releases | CommentsProTek Devices made available three new transient voltage suppressor (TVS) components to provide voltage surge circuit protection in power supplies, AC/DC devices and telecommunications equipment. The SMAJ5.0CA and SMAJ36A are 400 Watt TVS diodes. The SMBJ5.0A and SMBJ33CA are 600 Watt TVS diodes.
Low-power, low-voltage comparators intended for power-sensitive applications
January 25, 2013 3:39 pm | Product Releases | CommentsTouchstone Semiconductor announced the TS9002 dual and the TS9004 quad low power analog comparators plus 1.182-V reference integrated circuits. As an improved, pin-for-pin functional equivalent to the MAX923, the TS9002’s 3.2-µA supply current is 16% lower and its ±0.75% initial accuracy voltage reference is 25% lower....
Power MOSFETs feature low on-state resistance
January 24, 2013 2:41 pm | Renesas Technology America, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsRenesas Electronics Corporation announced three new low on-state resistance MOSFET products, including the μPA2766T1A, optimized for use as ORing FETs in power supply units for network servers and storage systems. Featuring the industry’s lowest on-state resistance of 0.72 mΩ (typical value) for 30 V...
ORNL research paves way for larger, safer lithium ion batteries
January 24, 2013 9:40 am | by Eurekalert! | News | CommentsLooking toward improved batteries for charging electric cars and storing energy from renewable but intermittent solar and wind, scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have developed the first high-performance, nanostructured solid electrolyte for more energy-dense lithium ion batteries.
Modular, rackmount mix-and-match surge protector offers 12-module capacity
January 23, 2013 4:00 pm | Product Releases | CommentsITW Linx announced the launch of its SurgeGate Modular Rackmount surge protector. The mix and match 12-module technology is asserted to offer the fastest protection time in the industry with a response time of 1-5 ns. This surge protector offers
What holds energy tech back? The infernal battery
January 23, 2013 9:00 am | by SETH BORENSTEIN AP Science Writer | News | CommentsAs 21st century technology strains to become ever faster, cleaner and cheaper, an invention from more than 200 years ago keeps holding it back. It's why electric cars aren't clogging the roads and why Boeing's new ultra-efficient 787 Dreamliners aren't flying high.
DC-DC converter modules feature 4200 VAC isolation with supplementary, reinforced insulation
January 22, 2013 12:19 pm | Product Releases | CommentsPower Sources Unlimited, Inc. announces the new THB-10 Series of high-isolation DC-DC converter modules in an industry standard 2″ x 1″ package. The THB-10 series is a family of high performance 10 watt DC-DC converter modules that feature 4200 VAC isolation with supplementary, reinforced insulatio
