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15
May

Ultra-Low Current Probes Target Energy Harvesting

CMicrotek LLC is expanding their µCurrent Probe™ line of ultra-low current probes, optimized for the low current levels of small energy harvesting power sources. The newest member of the µCurrent Probe line is the µCP120™, extending the current range of the µCP100™ (5nA up to 100mA) for higher power applications. The µCP120 has a measurement range from 50nA up to

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15
May

Lineup of Clamp AC Current Sensors Expanded

TDK Corporation has expanded its CCT series of clamp ac current sensors with two new types that are rated for 300A and 80A. The new sensors are designed for use in the power distribution panels in a variety of energy management systems. With a current transformation ratio of 3000:1 the 300-A and 80-A types offer maximum output currents of 100

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15
May

1kVA Sine Wave Inverter with IP66-Rated Protection

Absopluse Electronics has released a 1kVA version of its IP66-rated line of inverters, effectively doubling the level of sine wave ac power available on these heavy-duty designs. The CSI 1K-24/230-3XD3, a microprocessor-controlled high frequency pwm inverter, delivers 230Vac continuous at 50Hz and accepts a 24Vdc nominal input voltage (21-30Vdc range). Input and output are via sealed circular connectors, cable glands

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14
May

LCD Display with Transparent PV Layer Inside

Truly Semiconductors Limited (Truly) andSunpartner Technologies signed a partnership to develop the first turnkey display modules integrating Wysips® Crystal technology, for the smartwatch market and other mobile electronics. Wysips® Crystal solar recharging technologies transform any surface into a source of electricity using natural or artificial light without impacting aesthetics-like a perpetual power reserve. Installed under the touchscreen panel during the

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14
May

High-Power-Density Motor Driver for Industrial Automation

To be premiered next week at PCIM Europe 2015, STMicroelectronics‘ powerSTEP driver delivers the advantages of compact motor-control design for applications at high power ratings. The fully-integrated stepper-motor driver system-in-package offers an unprecedented power density of up to 500W/cm², enabling cost-effective systems that deliver better performance and reliability without sacrificing flexibility or ruggedness. Recommended: 5A Charger IC Cuts Charge Time

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14
May

1206- and 1210-size MLCCs in the over-100µF range

Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. has expanded its lineup of 1206-size (3.2mm x 1.6mm) and 1210-size (3.2mm x 2.5mm) monolithic ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) (GRM series) in the range exceeding 100µF with the addition of new products rated at 150µF, 220µF, and 330µF. Compared with the polymer capacitors typically used in the range above 100µF, Murata MLCCs deliver better ESR characteristics and

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14
May

MCU with High-Efficiency Class-D Amplifier

LAPIS Semiconductor, a ROHM Group Company, has recently announced the development of a low-power microcontroller (MCU) that integrates an 8-bit core, speech synthesis circuit, high-efficiency Class-D speaker amp, non-volatile memory, and oscillator circuit on a single chip, making audio playback possible by simply connecting to a speaker. The ML610Q304 also provides hardware-based audio playback operation that minimizes the load placed

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14
May

Integrated Analog Front-end Simplifies Sensor Interfaces

Analog Devices, Inc. today introduced a FET input AFE with an integrated ADC driver designed to interface directly with current mode sensors such as photo diodes and high output impedance voltage sensors. The ADA4350 integrates a FET input amplifier, switching network and ADC driver into a single package, which simplifies design and lowers power and PCB footprint by more than

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14
May

Digital Controller Looks toward Software-Defined Power

Microchip Technology Inc. today announced the 14-member dsPIC33EP “GS” family of Digital Signal Controllers (DSCs). The dsPIC33EP “GS” family delivers the performance needed to implement more sophisticated non-linear, predictive and adaptive control algorithms at higher switching frequencies. These advanced algorithms enable power supply designs that are more energy efficient and have better power supply specifications. Higher switching frequencies enable the

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14
May

Eight-Channel Digital Switch targets Industrial Automation

Maxim Integrated Products, Inc.addresses the need for higher throughput, smaller footprint, and lower power in industrial automation with the MAX14900E digital output switch. This eight-channel integrated circuit (IC) provides up to 70x faster speed, uses over 20% less power, and occupies 40% less space than existing solutions—all factors required in today’s faster, more localized, smaller end products. It is controlled

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