Technology Articles

2023-01 Semiconductors Microchip Technology

[Jan 22 2023] Microchip's PIC32CX-BZ2 series is a versatile, low-cost, 32-bit microcontroller (MCU) family of devices that support multi-protocol wireless interfaces (Bluetooth and Zigbee), hardware-based security accelerators, transceivers, and power management units. WBZ45 modules are a series of fully RF-certified wireless modules that contain PIC32CX-BZ2 wireless MCU with PCB antenna and U.F.L connector fo ...

2023-01 Semiconductors Microchip Technology

[Jan 22 2023] The design complexity of smart meters is increasing as different communication solutions are integrated into the design framework and regulatory compliance requirements are specified. In response to the growing demand for developing feature-rich and simple smart meter design solutions, Microchip Technology announced the launch of the PIC32CXMT family of 32-bit microcontroller equipped with a new ...

2023-01 Semiconductors C&K

[Jan 22 2023] C&K has expanded its line of micro KSC Ultra Durable (TE) touch switches by adding a 5.2mm high switch that provides longer travel to the 3.5mm version. The KSC4 TE switch family has a service life of up to 10 million cycles, simplifying the design cycle and outperforming the competition in terms of size and force. The KSC4 TE switch is 6mm x 6mm in size and 5.2mm in height and provides three ope ...

2023-01 Power Weidmuller

[Jan 21 2023] The relay module with forward drive contact is used to ensure the functional safety. Weidmuller's SAFESERIES uses relays that comply with EN 61810-3 Type A forced-guide contacts, especially for signal monitoring in protective personnel and machine applications. The SAFESERIES Contact extension module ensures that security feedback reaches the control level. It consists of four different pluggable ...

2023-01 Power Richtek USA Inc.

[Jan 21 2023] Richtek RT6056 is a high precision current detection monitor with an I²C and SMBus interface that provides complete information to the system by reading load current and power. The device monitors and detects voltage drops in resistance and bus voltage, converting current in amperes and power in watts via an internal analog-to-digital converter (ADC). Programmable calibration, adjustable conversi ...

2023-01 Connectors Pulse Electronics

[Jan 21 2023] Pulse (owned by YAGEO) offers 5G-FR1 and WiFi-6E multi-frequency antenna SKF5G. It is a thin multi-band antenna with an attractive OEM shape, rugged construction, and superior performance across all key bands. The antenna covers a wide frequency range of 617 MHz to 960 MHz/1450 MHz to 7125 MHz via active L1/L2 GNSS and can be used in any 5G-FR1 and WiFi-6E applications. SKF5G provides excellent p ...

2023-01 Power TDK

[Jan 21 2023] TDK Corporation has introduced a new VLS5030EX-D inductor (5.3 x 5.0 x 3.0 mm (L x W x H)) as part of the VLS-EX-D series of wound ferrite power inductors for automotive power circuits. These small components have excellent DC stacking characteristics and guarantee performance at operating temperatures up to 150℃. The inductors are suitable for headlights, airbags, electric power steering systems ...

2023-01 Semiconductors STMicroelectronics

[Jan 20 2023] Today's portable scanners are almost the size of a smartphone, but the image quality is comparable to the large, high-end image scanning systems that were expensive a few years ago. STHVUP64 ultrasonic transmitter drive testing instruments piezoelectric transmitter (sensor), improve imaging flexibility, increase beam numerical control innovation technology, save circuit board space, promote the d ...

2023-01 Semiconductors STMicroelectronics

[Jan 20 2023] STMicroelectronics introduces the L3751 synchronous step-down controller with compact size and input voltage range of 6V to 75V for applications ranging from industrial equipment to pure electric light vehicles. The 3.5mm x 4.5mm controller is also suitable for commonly used 24V and 48V telecom and networking equipment. The L3751's minimum on-off time of 40ns and extremely low duty cycle allows f ...

2023-01 Optoelectronics ams

[Jan 20 2023] Ams's AS7211 is a network-enabled smart lighting manager with built-in Digital Ambient Light Sensor (ALS). This provides a single device, closed loop, that automatically adjusts the brightness of fluorescent and LED lights and fixtures to maintain a constant lux response to available daylight. The AS7211 allows for simplified, single-device integration, provides closed-loop and automatic adjustme ...

2023-01 Semiconductors Microchip Technology

[Jan 20 2023] Microchip's PIC18F "K40" line continues Microchip's long tradition of innovation in 8-bit MCUS by bringing popular core stand-alone peripherals (CIPs) into the PIC18 product line. These cost-optimized MCUS consist of 10 devices ranging in size from 16 KB to 128 KB of flash memory, with package options covering 28 pins to 64 pins. They are well suited to a wide range of applications and market seg ...

2023-01 Sensors Bosch Sensortec

[Jan 19 2023] Despite their small size, MEMS motion sensors have penetrated into every aspect of our lives. They can make consumer products easier to use and improve the way we interact with smartphones and other gadgets. These sensors are accurate, compact and highly energy efficient, but until now their basic applications have been complex. To address this problem, Bosch Sensortec has introduced the BMI323, ...