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Murata Power Solutions announced today the addition of the OKD series of non-isolated point-of-load (PoL) dc-dc converters. Available in three different package formats, through-hole, single-in-line, and surface mount, the OKDx-T/40 is a 40-Amp, 132-Watt digital dc-dc converter. These 97.2% efficient (typical), fully-regulated converters offer a high power density and measure just 30.85 x 20.0 x 8.2 mm. The PMBus™ interface

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Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. today introduced 15 new 200 V Gen-2 TMBS® Trench MOS Barrier Schottky rectifiers featuring a wide range of current ratings from 5 A to 30 A in four power package options. With low forward voltage drops down to 0.65 V typical at 15 A, the rectifiers offer high-efficiency operation for telecom power supplies and LED lighting applications.

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For TV and monitor manufacturers needing a cost-effective solution for driving LED backlights, Diodes Incorporated has introduced a constant-frequency, voltage-mode, external-compensation boost controller. The highly-integrated AL3022 is supplied in the small footprint SO-8 package and significantly reduces the number of external components required for system design. Operating at a fixed switching frequency of 140kHz, the controller handles up to 60W

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KEMET Corporation today introduced its new high-temperature radial molded multilayer-ceramic capacitors which offer industry-leading performance in extreme environments and high temperature up to 200 degrees Celsius. These capacitors are designed specifically to withstand the severe shock and vibration conditions associated with deep-well and horizontal drilling activities, and are also well-suited for use in geophysical probes, hybrid and electric motor drives,

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TDK Corporation announces the introduction of the dc-input TDK-Lambda RDEN-048050 EMC filter to complement the existing R series of ac-input EMC filters. The RDEN-048050 filter can accept an input voltage of up to 76Vdc, and is rated for currents up to 50A. Enclosed in a metal case, connections are made via rugged M5 studs for easy termination and the filter

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Saelig Company, Inc. announces the availability of the CLIPPER CLP1500V15A1 – a new, high technology oscilloscope adapter that allows small voltages to be measured in the presence of very high voltages, such as those present on switching MOSFETs or IGBTs (Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistors). Making accurate measurements in the presence of very high voltages has previously been extremely challenging, but

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The new 40 W DRA-40 and 60 W DRA-60 DIN rail power supply series with output current adjustment are the latest in Sunpower’s response to a growing market trend: Designers are building entire systems, including power supplies and other accessories, into single DIN rail mounted units to simplify and streamline system management. These two new series’ current adjustment function allows

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DongAh Elecomm today introduced its new 288W LOPU-A4L rectifier from the Cheshire™ Series designed to support expansive growth in small cell 4G/LTE wireless/telecom base stations and network equipment. The LOPU-A4L rectifier module provides high efficiency network power at competitive pricing, with quick and easy installation, a small footprint and inconspicuous IP65-rated enclosure for outdoor applications. The unit utilizes free-air convection

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Toshiba Mitsubishi-Electric Industrial Systems Corporation (TMEIC) has formed a new manufacturing subsidiary in North America, TMEIC Power Electronics Products Corporation, to manufacture photovoltaic (PV) inverters and medium-voltage (MV) variable-frequency drives in North America. Fabrication of PV inverters will commence in the Fall of 2014, followed by MV drives in the Spring of 2015 at the Houston, Texas based facility. The

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A new research platform was inaugurated on today in Ulm at a ceremony attended by Federal Minister of Education and Research Johanna Wanka. Leading German industrial companies will be able to develop methods of manufacturing large, vehicle-grade lithium-ion batteries at this facility. A fourth building with 3,600 m² of floor space was added to the ZSW Laboratory for Battery Technology

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