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Don’t rush to choose rechargeable batteries…at least, not yet
Using energy harvesting and a rechargeable battery to power a remote wireless IoT node seems like an obvious and straightforward solution, but there are some unique aspects to consider. Don’t get … [Read More...] about Don’t rush to choose rechargeable batteries…at least, not yet
Linear DC motor-driven stages feature 1.20” of travel, 29.95μm and 25.4μm resolution
The Moticont’s HCDS-051-064 Series of Open Aperture Voice Coil Stages are linear DC motor (also called voice coil) driven stages. Designed for closed-loop servo operation, an integral quadrature … [Read More...] about Linear DC motor-driven stages feature 1.20” of travel, 29.95μm and 25.4μm resolution
Power inductors feature semi-shielded wirewound construction
Bourns, Inc. released its Model SRN2012T semi-shielded power inductor series. The new inductors employ wire-wound construction on a ferrite core to offer high inductance and Q values. They also offer … [Read More...] about Power inductors feature semi-shielded wirewound construction
MLCCs offer high capacitance stability over temperature and voltage, low parasitic losses
Knowles Precision Devices recently introduced a new range of multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) for power electronics applications. Hiteca MLCCs offer customers high capacitance stability over … [Read More...] about MLCCs offer high capacitance stability over temperature and voltage, low parasitic losses
Battery management system enables battery hot swapping in low-voltage EVs
Sensata Technologies announced the availability of its new i-BMS battery management system (BMS) for electrified applications up to 60V. The new i-BMS Battery Management System from Sensata’s Lithium … [Read More...] about Battery management system enables battery hot swapping in low-voltage EVs
LDO voltage regulator optimized for noise-sensitive automotive apps
Diodes Incorporated has introduced the AP7347DQ low dropout (LDO) voltage regulator, which is highly optimized for demanding noise-sensitive power-related automotive applications. This … [Read More...] about LDO voltage regulator optimized for noise-sensitive automotive apps
5-W ac/dc converters come in 3-W footprint
Two new 5-W, board-mount ac/dc product ranges come in a choice of industry standard sizes and pin-outs, at competitive prices. The RAC05E-K series is compatible with existing 3-W part footprints and … [Read More...] about 5-W ac/dc converters come in 3-W footprint
Registration now open for APEC 2022 in Houston, March 20-24
Registration for the 37th Annual Applied Power Electronics Conference – APEC 2022 – is now open. The conference and exhibition, running March 20-24 at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, … [Read More...] about Registration now open for APEC 2022 in Houston, March 20-24
AEC-Q200 compliant shielded power inductors feature high current ratings
Bourns, Inc. announced the company's Model SRP7020TA and SRP8540A High Current Shielded Power Inductor Series. These automotive-grade, AEC-Q200 compliant inductors feature shielded construction, a … [Read More...] about AEC-Q200 compliant shielded power inductors feature high current ratings
80-V Power MOSFETs optimized for high switching frequencies, low voltage overshoot
Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited announced the release of our latest 80V Power MOSFET using patented Shield Gate Technology which is optimized for higher switching frequencies used in telecom and … [Read More...] about 80-V Power MOSFETs optimized for high switching frequencies, low voltage overshoot
Compact 700-W medical grade supply packs more power per cubic inch
TT Electronics announced the launch of its new 700-watt medical-grade enclosed power supply, the TAAM700. With a small 6.7-inch x 3.66 inch footprint, the TAAM700 provides 17.8W per cubic inch and a … [Read More...] about Compact 700-W medical grade supply packs more power per cubic inch
Battery management IC improves charge and fuel gauge accuracy
Analog Devices, Inc. announced the MAX17330 battery management integrated circuit (IC) with integrated fuel gauge and advanced battery protection for one-cell lithium-ion/polymer batteries that … [Read More...] about Battery management IC improves charge and fuel gauge accuracy
AC-DC power supplies boast 330% peak current
COSEL Co, Ltd announced the introduction of 1,000W free-air convection cooling power supplies, the AEA1000F series. With demanding applications in mind, the AEA1000F is able to deliver 330% peak power … [Read More...] about AC-DC power supplies boast 330% peak current
Battery charger IC handles low-voltage charging of wearables, compact IoT devices
The BD71631QWZ battery charger IC from Rohm Semiconductor is designed to provide low-voltage charging of wearables (e.g., wireless ear buds) and thin, compact IoT devices (e.g., smart displays) … [Read More...] about Battery charger IC handles low-voltage charging of wearables, compact IoT devices
Power factor correction topologies
With the rise of green energy and transportation technologies, power factor correction (PFC) is growing in importance. PFC is an integral aspect of green energy designs since it can improve energy … [Read More...] about Power factor correction topologies
