ABLIC has released the S-19560B Series, a power management IC for automotive camera modules that supports 4.0 V to 16 V input and provides three regulated outputs. The device integrates two step-down DC-DC converters and one LDO regulator in an HSNT-8(2030) package measuring 2.0 × 3.0 × 0.5 mm. When combined with ABLIC’s S-19255 high-PSRR […]
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Dual-voltage Flash offers faster program and erase performance
GigaDevice has introduced the GD25NX family of dual-voltage xSPI NOR Flash devices, designed with a 1.8 V core and 1.2 V I/O interface. The series connects directly to 1.2 V system-on-chip designs without requiring an external booster, reducing overall power consumption and component count. The GD25NX line builds on earlier 1.2 V I/O products and […]
Automotive-grade 1 solid-state relay targets EV and ESS designs
Vishay Intertechnology has introduced the VORA1150, a 1500 V, Automotive Grade 1, 1-Form-A solid-state relay in a 4-pin SMD-8 package. The device is intended for 800 V battery monitoring systems used in automotive, energy storage, and industrial equipment. It provides a repetitive isolation voltage of 1414 Vpeak and a maximum leakage current of 1 µA. […]
What is a solid-state transformer?
A solid-state transformer (SST) is an AC-AC converter, sometimes called a power electronics transformer (PET), that replaces a conventional magnetic transformer in applications like green energy systems, cloud data centers, EV fast chargers, and smart grid infrastructure. They are smaller and lighter than conventional transformers and can support better power quality, higher energy efficiency, and […]
Boost controller powers LEDs for automotive display panels
Diodes Incorporated introduces the AL3069Q, an automotive-compliant* high-efficiency 60V boost controller for backlight applications. The device includes four 80V high-precision current sink channels to accommodate larger LED display panels, and extensive diagnostic functions for optimum system safety and reliability. Applications include infotainment panels, instrument clusters, and heads-up displays. With built-in adaptive boost voltage control, the […]
MCU integrates edge processing for advanced EV battery systems
Infineon Technologies AG introduces the PSOC 4 HVPA-SPM 1.0, an advanced microcontroller designed for high-voltage Li-ion battery management in electric vehicles (xEVs). The microcontroller combines precision, safety, and programmability, while supporting zonal architectures and the transition to Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs). To maximize its impact, Infineon is partnering with Munich Electrification, a leading provider of innovative […]
24-V snapback TVS offers lower clamping voltage and higher current
Taiwan Semiconductor has introduced new 24-volt automotive-grade SUPER CLAMP transient voltage suppression (TVS) devices designed to protect sensitive electronic circuits from voltage transients. The devices feature low clamping voltage, high peak pulse current capability, and compact surface-mount packaging to support space-constrained automotive designs. The SUPER CLAMP family offers snapback operation that enables lower clamping voltage […]
Automotive e-fuse controller reacts within 100 microseconds to faults
STMicroelectronics has introduced the VNF1248F automotive e-fuse MOSFET controller, the newest device in its STi2Fuse family. The controller provides rapid fault response, flexible configuration options, and low-power operation for use in vehicle power distribution and safety-critical systems. The VNF1248F reacts to faults within 100 microseconds—faster than a traditional wire fuse—to help prevent fault propagation within […]
All-metal jumpers handle over 10 A current
Stackpole has introduced the MCJ Series of zero-ohm jumpers, designed to optimize circuit routing and simplify manufacturing in electronic assemblies. Unlike conventional thick-film jumpers, the MCJ Series uses an all-metal construction that significantly increases current-carrying capability, supporting continuous currents exceeding 10 amps. This design allows engineers to use compact components without compromising electrical performance or […]
LIN 2.x-compliant driver integrates FOC and diagnostics
Melexis has released its fourth-generation automotive LIN motor driver, the MLX81350, designed to support up to 5 W (0.5 A) per motor. The device is developed for applications such as air conditioning flaps and automated air vents used in electric vehicles, where precise control of airflow and thermal systems contributes to comfort and energy efficiency. […]
