Microchip Technology announces the SA15-28 off-the-shelf radiation-hardened DC-DC 15W power converter with a companion SF100-28 EMI filter that is designed to meet MIL-STD-461 specifications. This space-grade power device is a standard, non-hybrid DC-DC isolated power converter with a companion electromagnetic interference (EMI) filter that operates from a 28V satellite bus in harsh environments. The SA15-28 is available with […]
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Programmable AC power sources complement existing 2 kVA and 3 kVA models
TDK Corporation announces the expansion of the TDK-Lambda GENESYS AC (GAC) and GENESYS AC PRO (GAC-PRO) series with 6kVA and 9kVA rated programmable AC power sources. These complement the recently introduced 2kVA and 3kVA models, enhancing test and measurement capabilities for the current GENESYS series of 750W to 90kW programmable DC power supplies. With a 3U […]
PoL converter features out-of-phase current sharing and 12 V input capability
STMicroelectronics’ LEOPOL1 point-of-load step-down converter for Low Earth Orbit (LEO) deployments meets the needs of equipment developers targeting the New Space market, now expanding throughout North America, Asia, and Europe. The emerging New Space industry, driven by private-sector companies, is enabling new services such as communication and earth observation, delivered from satellites built and launched […]
GaN HEMT transistors target space applications with hermetically sealed packaging
Infineon Technologies AG announced the first of a new family of radiation-hardened Gallium Nitride (GaN) transistors, fabricated at Infineon’s own foundry, based on its proven CoolGan technology. Designed to operate in harsh space environments, the company’s new product is the first in-house manufactured GaN transistor to earn the highest quality certification of reliability assigned by the […]
25A power relays meet MIL-PRF-83536 specification
Microchip Technology announces the release of its BR235 and BR235D series of 25A QPL hermetically sealed electromechanical power relays that meet the requirements of MIL-PRF-83536 specification and ISO-9001 certification. This new series is engineered for commercial aviation, defense and space applications, providing supply certainty and global technical support for aerospace and defense customers. The relays […]
Military-grade capacitors meet MIL-PRF-39001 standards
Exxelia presents four series of mica capacitors, tailored to meet the stringent demands of RF, military, and aerospace applications. Mica capacitors are valued for their stability and reliable performance across a wide range of applications. They maintain consistent electrical characteristics over time and across temperature variations, making them suitable for use in critical environments. Exxelia’s […]
Band-pass filters handle 8 W power in 3 mm package
KYOCERA AVX released two new series of compact, thin-film band-pass filters engineered to deliver excellent RF performance in a wide range of high-power applications with crowded PCBs. Designed to satisfy cross-market customer demand for small, high-power band-pass filters, the new BP1206 and BP2816 Series band-pass filters leverage the company’s proven, multilayer integrated thin-film (ITF) technology to […]
Lithium-ion capacitors operable from -25°C to 85°C
Tecate Group has introduced new additions to its lithium-ion capacitor (LIC) product offerings. The new TPLCE product series features increased volumetric energy densities compared to the current TPLC series. TPLCE cells are rated at 3.8V and are available in capacitances from 3F to 1,400F. The cells are UL recognized, RoHS and REACH compliant, and operate from -25°C […]
90kW GSPS cabinets enhance power supply line
TDK Corporation announces the introduction of 90kW rated GSPS 20U 19-inch racking cabinets to the TDK-Lambda GENESYS+ series of programmable DC power supplies. The GSPS systems seamlessly transition across constant voltage, constant current and constant power limit operating modes. The cabinets are mounted on lockable castors (wheels) to enable them to be easily repositioned around […]
Military-grade transistors meet rigorous standards for radiation exposure
Microchip Technology has announced that its portfolio of JAN transistors is now tested and qualified to Military-Standard Enhanced Low Dose Radiation Sensitivity (ELDRS) requirements, including MIL-STD-750, Test Method 1019, and specifications such as MIL-PRF-19500/255, /291, /355, /376, and /391. These military-grade transistors are designed to withstand varying levels of radiation exposure and are part of the […]