What energy stored at a high-density gets released quickly, interesting visual effects can happen. Here are a few examples. Here’s what happens when a battery meets a hydraulic press. …and here’s what happens when batteries meet a heavy duty metal shredder. Ever wonder what happens if you pour liquid nitrogen on a battery? You can […]
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Larson Electronics Releases a Series of Portable Solar Power Battery Packs
Larson Electronics has released a new series of portable battery packs powered with lithium-ion batteries that offer multiple charging capabilities. These battery packs are powered by lithium ion batteries with a Samsung ICR18650-3.7V-2600mAh cell. These units are designed for off-grid use in remote locations with solar panel compatibility (Escape 30, Boulder 15, Nomad 27, and […]
Nano-porous films could bring more energy dense Li-ion batteries
A company in Finland that makes thin-film coating equipment says it is developing lithium-ion battery technology based on Pulsed Laser Deposition (PLD) as a way of improving battery energy and power density while reducing charge times and boosting safety. Picodeon, based in Ii, Finland says it will work with Oulu University in Finland to deliver […]
300W External Power Supplies Have Class I or II Inputs and Level VI Efficiency
TDK Corporation announces the introduction of the TDK-Lambda medical and ITE certified DTM300-D external power supplies. This series offers a choice of class I or class II (no ground connection) inputs and meets the stringent Level VI DoE standards for efficiency and off-load power. The DTM300-D is certified to both the medical IEC 60601-1 and […]
Class I, Div. 2 circuit breakers
Phoenix Contact introduces the HMC series of circuit breakers, the company’s first 120 V AC hydraulic-magnetic circuit breakers for use in Class I, Division 2 applications. The UL-approved products utilize a fully sealed hydraulic-magnetic design that allows for accurate power switching and reliable overcurrent protection. Each breaker is rated for 50 V DC, and breakers […]
Top power electronics threads on EDAboard.com – December
(editor’s note: Intrigued by these power electronics problems? Have a question or another solution? Then click the “Read more” link and follow the conversation on EDAboard.com or log in to EDAboard and participate in the power electronics forum thread.) Designing adjustable voltage SMPS – I am planning to make an adjustable voltage SMPS. How do I […]
Encapsulated 80-W ac-dc modules come in ultra-compact footprint
XP Power announced the ECE80 series of 80W single output AC-DC encapsulated power supply modules with high efficiency and a low no load input power. The modules are perfect for customers requiring an encapsulated AC-DC power solution in an ultra-compact format for either PCB, chassis, or DIN rail mounting. The ECE80 series has the smallest […]
Compact 480W DIN Rail Power Supply is 93% Efficient
TDK Corporation announces the introduction of the TDK-Lambda brand DRB480-24-1 AC-DC DIN Rail mount power supply. With an efficiency of up to 93%, waste heat has been reduced, allowing the use of a compact enclosure size featuring a power density of 6 Watts per inch3. The power supply is suitable for a wide range of […]
Rechargeable pin-type and flexible lithium ion batteries a form fit for wearables
Panasonic Corporation will showcase its rechargeable Pin-type Lithium-ion battery (CG-320A, CG-425 and CG-435) as well as its Flexible Lithium-ion battery (CG-062939, CG-063555, and CG-064065) at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) January 5-8th, 2017, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Panasonic Corporation will exhibit these two products in Panasonic booth #12908 in the Central Hall of the Las […]
Single-IC intelligent motor control device is the right stuff for BLDC motor-based power tools
Small and large companies alike wisely have their eye on the new and emerging markets that are ripe for their technology. But existing markets can also benefit from the rapid changes in technology. Multi-phase motors such as brushless DC and AC induction motors or dedicated motor controllers for anything from home appliances to power lawn and […]