Linear Technology Corporationannounces the LT8709, a synchronous pwm controller for negative-to-negative or negative-to-positive dc-dc conversion. The LT8709 solves the problem of regulating a negative voltage with respect to system ground, without the need of complicated level shifting circuitry. The device’s synchronous operation means that the output diode is replaced with a high efficiency P-channel MOSFET, thereby increasing efficiency, allowing for
Efficient Power Conversion Corp. (EPC) announces the EPC2102, 60 V and the EPC2103, 80 V enhancement-mode monolithic GaN transistor half bridges. By integrating two eGaN® power FETs into a single device, interconnect inductances and the interstitial space needed on the PCB are eliminated, resulting in a 50% reduction in board area occupied by the transistors. This increases both efficiency (especially
Schneider Electric Solar Businessannounced the launch of Conext™ Insight, a remote monitoring and asset management platform for distributed PV plants. The Conext Insight web portal gives users detailed insight into the performance of distributed PV plants from any Internet connected device—anytime, anywhere. Users now have the convenience and ease to remotely monitor all your distributed PV plants from one central
Packaged in a 1U high by half-rack wide configuration, the Keithley 850W Series 2268 dc power supplies from Tektronix, Inc. combine the highest available maximum power output in the Tektronix-Keithley power supply line with a compact form factor designed for saving space, for example when building high-density automated test systems. Series 2268 supplies also offer a wide choice of ranges
Reliant™ AGM with C-Max Technology™, the industry’s first true deep-cycle AGM battery, is now available from Trojan Battery Co., LLC. Reliant AGM maximizes sustained performance and increases total energy output to meet demanding deep-cycling requirements in Trojan’s wide range of market applications. Applications including aerial work platform, floor cleaning, golf, material handling, recreation, renewable energy, and remote telecom will benefit
IXYS Integrated Circuits Division (ICD), Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of IXYS Corporation announced the immediate availability of the IX4426, IX4427 and IX4428 MOSFET gate drivers in a small 3×3 DFN package. The outputs of the IX4426/7/8M are capable of sourcing and sinking 1.5A, and can switch a 1000pF load in less than 10ns. For higher current requirements, the two
For discontinuous mode, flyback, SMPS designs, a new online tool has been launched by Wurth Electronics Midcom Inc. Entering as little information as input voltage range, switching frequency, output voltages and current, the Smart Transformer Selector, or STS, will return a list of prequalified, off-the-shelf transformers. Recommended: 3.0-A Buck Regulator with Enhanced Idle/Stop/Start Recovery Operation Taking the tedium out of
Efficient Power Conversion Corp. (EPC) announces the EPC2027, a 450-V normally-off (enhancement-mode) power transistor for use in applications requiring high frequency switching in order to achieve higher efficiency and power density. Applications enhanced by high voltage higher switching speeds include ultra-high frequency dc-dc converters, medical diagnostic equipment, solar power inverters, and LED lighting. Recommended: Wireless Charging Scalable to 65W for
Magnitude Lighting Converters, Inc.announced today the availability of its new line of LED drivers. Responding to the rapid expansion of the LED hospitality and residential applications that require phase cut dimmable drivers with high performance dimming range. Magnitude developed the MCC series a true constant current dimmable driver, compatible with any standard TRIAC dimmer. The solid state drivers claim the
Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. (TAEC) today announced the expansion of its lineup of ultra-small photorelays with the addition of four products: the TLP3417, TLP3420, TLP3440 and TLP3475. The new products are suited for system solutions in various applications, including semiconductor testers, measurement equipment, probe cards and medical equipment. The new products are housed in the industry’s smallest package for