The design of an LLC resonant converter illustrates how eGaN FETs can shrink the physical size of modern supply circuitry. Alex Lidow, Efficient … [Read More...] about Power bricks get an efficiency boost with GaN
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The evolution of smart MOSFET technologies
A review of MOSFET advances helps predict where the technology is likely to head. Ashita Mirchandani, Bastian Lang • Infineon Technologies The … [Read More...] about The evolution of smart MOSFET technologies
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PXI, multi-cell battery simulator modules target automotive and aerospace applications
Pickering Interfaces launched a new family of battery simulator modules, ideal for Electric Vehicle (EV) battery stack emulation in Battery Management Systems (BMS) test applications. The 41-752A … [Read More...] about PXI, multi-cell battery simulator modules target automotive and aerospace applications
Bay interface card increases maxim GPS-series power system capacity to more than 20,000 A
To help meet the need for more power from smaller-capacity rectifiers, ABB Power Conversion has developed a new bay interface card, BIC-11. With the upgraded bay interface card, maximum GPS-series … [Read More...] about Bay interface card increases maxim GPS-series power system capacity to more than 20,000 A
Thin-film resistor comes in compact package
Stackpole Electronics’ CSRT2512-UP was developed to provide accurate, high-power current sensing for consumer and industrial electronic devices that exceed the capabilities of most 2512 case sizes … [Read More...] about Thin-film resistor comes in compact package
LED signaling devices increase levels of ambient light
Pfannenberg, Inc. announces the new BR50 Series Stacklight. The BR50 is the brightest stacklight available, which outshines previous Pfannenberg LEDs by 10,000 percent. The new BR50 Series Stacklight … [Read More...] about LED signaling devices increase levels of ambient light
Dual MOSFETs deliver ±40V/±60V withstand voltage required for 24-V input
ROHM Semiconductor announced the QH8Mx5/SH8Mx5 series of dual-MOSFET products (N-channel + P-channel) featuring ±40V/±60V withstand voltages. The devices are ideal for driving motors in base stations … [Read More...] about Dual MOSFETs deliver ±40V/±60V withstand voltage required for 24-V input
Power bricks get an efficiency boost with GaN
The design of an LLC resonant converter illustrates how eGaN FETs can shrink the physical size of modern supply circuitry. Alex Lidow, Efficient Power Conversion Corp. The rapid expansion of … [Read More...] about Power bricks get an efficiency boost with GaN
Power Integrations wins coveted LEAP Award in power electronics
High-frequency, zero-voltage flyback switching (ZVS) ICs built with GaN technology enable a new class of ultra-compact chargers and have won a 2021 Leap Award in power electronics for chip creator … [Read More...] about Power Integrations wins coveted LEAP Award in power electronics
Texas Instruments wins coveted LEAP Award in power electronics
The first 650-V automotive GaN FET with an integrated driver, protection and active power management today earned its inventor, Texas Instruments, a 2021 LEAP Award. More than 100 entries were … [Read More...] about Texas Instruments wins coveted LEAP Award in power electronics
The evolution of smart MOSFET technologies
A review of MOSFET advances helps predict where the technology is likely to head. Ashita Mirchandani, Bastian Lang • Infineon Technologies The past 50 years have seen unprecedented changes enabled … [Read More...] about The evolution of smart MOSFET technologies
How to keep transients from disrupting low-power circuits
It can be challenging to give a highly dynamic load a stable voltage when the power supply sits several feet away from the device under test. Bill Griffith • Keysight Technologies Today’s … [Read More...] about How to keep transients from disrupting low-power circuits
SOIC-16-sized DC/DC converters provide 3 kVdc/1 min isolation
New dc/dc converters in a SOIC-16 package feature 5-V (4.5-5.5 V) inputs and a semi-regulated 5-V output are rated at either 0.5 W (R05C05TE05S) or 1 W (R05CTE05S). Line and load regulation figures … [Read More...] about SOIC-16-sized DC/DC converters provide 3 kVdc/1 min isolation
Improvements in stacked load architectures
Stacked-load schemes have made power conversion more economical in server racks. New developments in this technology promise to provide additional gains in efficiency. Laszlo Lipcsei, Alexandr … [Read More...] about Improvements in stacked load architectures
100-W railway / industrial DC-DC converter sports 12:1 input range
TRACO POWER announces the new TEP 100UIR family of 100 Watt DC/DC converters in a fully encapsulated, compact Quarter brick footprint with an ultra-wide 12:1 input range for harsh environments in … [Read More...] about 100-W railway / industrial DC-DC converter sports 12:1 input range
Compact 300/120-W GaN ac adapters meet DoE efficiency specs
CUI Inc announced the expansion of two GaN desktop ac-dc power supply series to its SDI product family, broadening their product range for the GaN adapter line. The SDI300G-U and SDI300G-UR offer 300 … [Read More...] about Compact 300/120-W GaN ac adapters meet DoE efficiency specs
Clearing up confusion about tracking multiple current levels
Multichannel power monitors help simplify battery-based systems employing multiple current sensors. Mitch Polonsky • Microchip Technology Inc. Designers of power systems can be forgiven for having … [Read More...] about Clearing up confusion about tracking multiple current levels
