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Dispelling Myths: Don’t believe it when they say you need a bipolar gate drive for eGaN FETs
Use of a negative gate drive can lead to a larger voltage drop during deadtime and severe losses. Andrea Gorgerino, EPC GaN devices have gone from … [Read More...] about Dispelling Myths: Don’t believe it when they say you need a bipolar gate drive for eGaN FETs
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World’s highest-power MEMS switch handles 10 A
The new MM9200 is the world’s first micromechanical power switch capable of handling 10 A in a miniature 5x5-mm surface-mount package. With its ultra-low 0.010-Ω contact resistance, the new … [Read More...] about World’s highest-power MEMS switch handles 10 A
2×4-in 250-W industrial/medical power supplies can be convection or conduction cooled
TDK Corporation announces the introduction of the 250W-rated TDK-Lambda brand CUS250M series of power supplies in the industry standard 2” x 4” footprint. The product’s mechanical configurations … [Read More...] about 2×4-in 250-W industrial/medical power supplies can be convection or conduction cooled
Downsized 3-phase filters meet IEC 60204-1
SCHURTER’s new 3-phase filters series FMBC EP and FMBD EP meet IEC 60204-1 for machine applications. The filters are suitable for 3-phase or 3-phase-with-neutral conductor applications. Downsized for … [Read More...] about Downsized 3-phase filters meet IEC 60204-1
High-density power supplies available in 32mm x 70mm packages
OmniPro Electronics has announced the release of the Altech Ultra-Compact PSC family of power supplies. The series has five models ranging from 75 to 480W of available power, with some of the highest … [Read More...] about High-density power supplies available in 32mm x 70mm packages
Resonant power inductors handle up to 3 kW
ITG Electronics has introduced a new series of resonant inductors. Suitable for DC/DC power conversions of up to 3 kilowatts, the company’s L101374SP Series of Resonant Inductors comprises 13 distinct … [Read More...] about Resonant power inductors handle up to 3 kW
100-W power IC recharges large-battery-capacity smartphones in <30 minutes
ST's new STWLC99 device can recharge high-end smartphones with the largest battery capacity in less than 30 minutes. In addition to enhancing user convenience, high-power wireless charging lets … [Read More...] about 100-W power IC recharges large-battery-capacity smartphones in <30 minutes
Power supply ICs come in rad-hard plastic packages
Texas Instruments announced an expansion in its portfolio of space-grade analog semiconductor products in highly reliable plastic packages for a diverse range of missions. TI developed a new device … [Read More...] about Power supply ICs come in rad-hard plastic packages
AEC-Q102-qualified linear optocoupler feature isolation voltage of 5300 Vrms
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. introduced the industry’s first AEC-Q102 qualified linear optocoupler. Offering industry-high isolation voltage of 5300 Vrms, the Vishay Semiconductors VOA300 provides a … [Read More...] about AEC-Q102-qualified linear optocoupler feature isolation voltage of 5300 Vrms
SMT “auto” blade fuse holders feature low insertion force
A full line of fuse clips and holders now includes low insertion force, reliable and compact automotive blade fuse holders for Maxi style automotive blade fuses. Manufactured to ensure secured … [Read More...] about SMT “auto” blade fuse holders feature low insertion force
Low-acoustic-noise 1U-high modular power supply delivers up to 800 W with BF-ready medical isolation
TDK Corporation announces the introduction of the TDK-Lambda brand MU4 series of 1U high power supplies. Featuring very low acoustic noise and BF-ready medical isolation, the MU4 can provide 600W with … [Read More...] about Low-acoustic-noise 1U-high modular power supply delivers up to 800 W with BF-ready medical isolation
What’s a protective relay and what does it protect?
A protection relay is a smart device that receives inputs like current, voltage, resistance, temperature, or even light, compares them to set points, and provides outputs such as visual feedback in … [Read More...] about What’s a protective relay and what does it protect?
Ferrites feature NiZn core, handle 1 MHz to 1 GHz EMI
Würth Elektronik is launching another line of retrofittable interference suppression solutions with AEC-Q200 qualification, as required for the automotive industry. The WE-CAR-TEC series snap ferrites … [Read More...] about Ferrites feature NiZn core, handle 1 MHz to 1 GHz EMI
APEC 2023 announces first-ever student job fair
The Applied Power Electronics Conference (APEC) will conduct its first-ever Student Job Fair on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. … [Read More...] about APEC 2023 announces first-ever student job fair
Thermal gap filler incorporates carbon fibers to boost conductivity, maintain flexibility
Sarcon CF210A is the newest Fujipoly thermal gap filler and incorporates carbon fibers along with traditional fillers found in thermal gap filler materials. The carbon fibers allow for higher thermal … [Read More...] about Thermal gap filler incorporates carbon fibers to boost conductivity, maintain flexibility
650 V GaN HEMTs now offered with 80mΩ RDS(on)
Innoscience Technology announced a new low RDS(on) 650V E-mode GaN HEMT devices. INN650D080BS power transistors have an on-resistance of 80mΩ (60mΩ typical) in a standard 8x8 DFN package, enabling … [Read More...] about 650 V GaN HEMTs now offered with 80mΩ RDS(on)
