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Do-it-yourself (DIY) tools such as cordless drills and saws have to be handy and durable. Therefore, the electronic components used in the applications need to be space-saving and rugged.Infineon Technologies AG has extended its StrongIRFET™ Power MOSFET family and thereby provides a solution that fulfills both requirements. The Logic Level StrongIRFETs™ can be driven directly from a microcontroller, saving space

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Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited (AOS) today announced the release of AO4294, the latest addition to AOS’s family of high-efficiency charging solutions. This new device is offered in an easy-to-use SO-8 package, which helps manufacturers keep the mounting cost low, while still getting the best efficiency and power dissipation possible. The AO4294 is designed for synchronous rectification in high efficiency

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AVX Corporation has released a new series of thin-film chip capacitors specifically designed to meet the demanding performance specifications for implantable medical devices. Delivering extremely tight capacitive tolerances, exceptionally repeatable performance, and low ESR and high Q at high frequencies — including VHF, UHF, and RF bands — AVX’s new Accu-P® MP Series capacitors also exhibit high stability with respect

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STMicroelectronics has extended its popular MDmesh™ M2 series of N-channel power MOSFETs with the introduction of a new family of devices that claim the industry’s highest power efficiencies in power supplies for servers, laptops, telecom, and consumer applications, especially under light-load conditions. With these new devices, designers can create switching power conversion solutions that are lighter and more compact, while

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Advanced Power Solutions (APS) announces the release of the APS56EMG series of 50 Watt External Desktop Switchers compliant with Level VI international efficiency standards going into effect in February of 2016. The APS56EMG Series consists of 5 standard models without outputs ranging from 5- to 48-Vdc (custom voltage settings available upon request while maintaining all safety approvals). All models features

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Minmax Power has released the new AAF-03 series of 3-W switching ac-dc power supplies in an encapsulated PCB-mount package measuring 1 x 1 x 0.64″. The AAF-03 series are a cost-effective solution for space critical applications in consumer appliances, instrumentation and communication equipment. The AAF-03 series consists of 6 models featuring universal ac input (85- to 264-Vac / 47- to

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Murata announces the D1U54-D-1200 series of dc-input front end power supply modules from Murata Power Solutions. This 1000Vrms isolated power supply provides a 12Vdc output at 1200 Watts, with a standby voltage at up to 20 Watts of power. With a power density of 28 Watts per cubic inch, the 54.5mm (2.15″) width and 1U height format minimizes space inside

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Molex Incorporated has developed the MXP120™ Sealed Connector System for powertrain, body and safety electronics applications. The connectors and receptacles for safety applications come in distinctive yellow outer housings, while those for non-safety powertrain and body electronics applications have black outer housings. The 4.00mm pitch, 1.20mm MXP120 Sealed Connector System offers superior mating, sealing and performance for severe applications. It

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Unipower announces its new DPP2U Series (Distribution Panel – Pluggable), designed to allow our customers the flexibility to configure panels onsite, with no tools required. The DPP2U Series offers the ability to deliver 900A of distribution capacity in a 19″- 2RU space. These panels may be configured as single bus or dual bus with 450A bus capacity. “With this new

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TDK Corporation announces the introduction of the TDK-Lambda PXC-M series of dc-dc converters. Operating over a 4:1 input range, the 3W, 6W and 10W products are enclosed in the industry standard 1.25 x 0.8 x 0.4 inch DIP-24 package. Applications include a wide variety of medical applications and battery powered equipment. Recommended: Wireless Charging now as Fast as Charging by

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