Technology Articles

2023-03 Power E-Switch

[Mar 22 2023] E-Switch's TD1250 series detector switches offer contact ratings from 1 mA/5 VDC to 50 mA/16 VDC with an electrical life expectancy of 300,000 cycles (5 VDC, 1 mA), 200,000 cycles (12 VDC, 50 mA) and 150,000 cycles (16 VDC, 50 mA). Mechanical life of at least 500,000 times, operating temperature range of -40°C to +85°C, providing IP67 class moisture and dust protection. The TD1250 series detector ...

2023-03 Power KEMET

[Mar 21 2023] KEMET's A770 series solid-state polymer aluminum capacitors feature a low leakage current of 0.03 x CV, making them ideal for on-board applications where electronics are often in off mode. Low leakage current prevents rapid battery discharge. Highly conductive solid polymer electrolytes give the A770 series high ripple current capability, longer life and stability over a wider temperature range. ...

2023-03 Semiconductors STMicroelectronics

[Mar 21 2023] The VL53L8CX from stmicroelectronics is an 8 x 8 multi-zone time-of-flight (ToF) ranging sensor that improves performance in ambient light and reduces power consumption. Based on stmicroelectronics' FlightSense technology, the sensor provides accurate ranging up to 400 cm and a 65° diagonal field of view (FoV). The VL53L8CX integrates a powerful new generation VCSEL and two advanced metasurface l ...

2023-03 Semiconductors Analog Devices

[Mar 21 2023] Analog Devices LT8645 and LT8646 are 65 V, 8 A synchronous step-down boost/step-down regulators. These regulators feature a Silent Switcher architecture designed to minimize EMI/EMC radiation while achieving high energy efficiency at high switching frequencies. This architecture incorporates bypass capacitors to optimize all of the internal fast current loops and achieve target EMI performance mo ...

2023-03 Semiconductors Analog Devices

[Mar 21 2023] The ADGM1144 is a wideband, single-pole four-throw (SP4T) switch using ADI Microelectromechanical System (MEMS) switching technology. The technology enables small size, wide RF bandwidth, high linearity, and low plug loss switches that can operate at frequencies as low as 0 Hz/DC, making it an ideal solution to meet the switching needs of a variety of RF and precision equipment. Multiple ADGM1144 ...

2023-03 Power Molex

[Mar 21 2023] Molex's LA75 FFC/FPC 0.30mm pitch connectors are easy to assemble, ensure cable retention, and withstand high temperatures up to +125°C, making them suitable for harsh environment applications. In addition, the dual contact design and terminal locking version provide superior cable retention to prevent solder entry, and the actuator retention feature can be used to simplify assembly. The ultra-co ...

2023-03 Semiconductors NXP

[Mar 20 2023] NXP's S32G3 in-car network processor combines Automotive Security Integrity Level (ASIL) D security, hardware security, high-performance real-time and application processing, and network acceleration. The S32G3 family supports the needs of the new vehicle architecture: service-oriented gateway, on-board computer, domain controller, partition processor, security processor, etc. In addition to supp ...

2023-03 Sensors Broadcom

[Mar 20 2023] Broadcom's thin-film pyroelectric infrared (IR) flame detectors offer unusually high response rates, a wide field of view (typically 100°, limited by filter bandpass specifications), and fast recovery from thermal shock and electrical hit (typically 1-second shutdown). This current mode sensor has an excellent signal-to-noise ratio over the 8 Hz to 10 Hz flicker range of the flame. It can identif ...

2023-03 Connectors CEL

[Mar 20 2023] CEL's CMP9377 series multi-protocol connection modules are based on Qualcomm's QCA9377 and are designed for use in hosted architectures when performance issues occur. They offer dual-band 2.4GHz / 5GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0 capabilities, perfect for iot devices and infrastructure. These modules support multiple operating systems, including Linux, Android, and Windows, and come with pre-built dr ...

2023-03 Sensors TDK

[Mar 20 2023] TDK's MPZ series aec-q200 compatible chip beads are a noise reduction solution specifically designed for automotive powerline applications. Compared to the MMZ series signal line chip beads, the MPZ series provides low DC resistance, making it compatible with high currents and optimal low power consumption. MPZ chip microbeads are available in a variety of housing sizes and materials, ranging in ...

2023-03 Semiconductors STMicroelectronics

[Mar 20 2023] STMicroelectronics' STM32WBA52 product family is certified through the Bluetooth Low Energy 5.3 protocol, allowing non-professional developers to easily add wireless communication to their devices at a reasonable cost. Based on the Arm ® Cortex ®m33 core, featuring TrustZone® technology, the STM32WBA family provides a high level of security that protects data,IP, and prevents hacking or device cl ...

2023-03 Power Molex

[Mar 19 2023] Strong mechanical connections require a safe and reliable fit in a continuous shock and vibration environment. Molex has a range of compact cable assemblies with a patented mechanical locking system for MHF 4L LK and MHF I LK plugs that are ideal for these applications. Molex offers standard components for 1.13mm, 1.32mm and 1.37mm cable types. Molex's MHF 4L LK and MHF I LK cable assemblies come ...