Bourns, Inc. introduced its Model PLN0xx-ED21 Series Planar Transformers with the advanced features needed to meet today’s high frequency, smaller space power conversion application requirements. These forward converter transformers are designed to deliver outstanding high volumetric power density, low loss, and exceptional efficiency in a compact, low-height profile design. Bourns Model PLN0xx-ED21 Series Planar Transformers also are […]
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High-side switch suitable for driving 12 V automotive loads
Diodes Incorporated has introduced the DIODES ZXMS81045SPQ, its first protected, automotive-compliant, high-side IntelliFET. This device is capable of delivering high power from a small footprint, while also providing protection and diagnostic capabilities. It is suitable for driving 12V automotive loads, such as LEDs, bulbs, actuators, and motors in automotive body control and lighting systems. The […]
Flyback controller lights LEDs in 250 msec
STMicroelectronics’ HVLED101 90-400V flyback controller for LED-lighting applications up to 180W enhances performance and simplifies design through extensive feature integration, patented control techniques, and support for primary-sensing regulation. Joining ST’s HVLED family of high-power-factor controllers, the HVLED101 contains 800V startup circuitry that cuts the LED turn-on time to less than 250ms. High-voltage input-sensing circuitry and maximum power […]
UV-C LEDs now available in TO-can packages
Silanna UV announces the release of two new products in its SF1 235nm and SN3 255nm series of UV-C LEDs: the SF1-3T9B5L1 and the SN3-5T9B5L1. Silanna UV’s new UV-C LEDs feature the Transistor Outline (TO-can) package format, which consists of a header and a cap that together form a hermetically sealed package. This innovative design […]
Power management IC optimized for OLED screens
Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation announced that the company has launched its first Power Management Integrated Circuit (PMIC) for IT devices equipped with OLED screens. A PMIC is a core component to supply power to electronic devices. It plays an increasingly important role as the battery life of handheld IT devices like laptops and tablets is highly […]
Leaded disk varistors handle up to 680 V rms
TDK Corporation presents the EPCOS B72307S0* (StandarD S07 Compact Series) and B72310S0* (StandarD S10 Compact Series) series of extremely compact, leaded disk varistors. The new varistors cover a wide voltage range from 115 V RMS to 460 V RMS in the StandarD S07 Compact series and from 130 V RMS to 680 V RMS in the StandarD S10 Compact series. The maximum surge […]
LEDs target horticultural applications
Cree LED, an SGH company announced the launch of Photophyll Select LEDs, an advanced horticulture spectrum available now on the XLamp XP-G3 LEDs and J Series 2835 3V G Class LEDs. Photophyll Select LEDs are the industry’s first LEDs entirely characterized in horticulture metrics, allowing luminaire manufacturers to easily control the blue/green/red spectral ratios of their […]
Interface drives up to 3000 LEDs
Melexis launches its next member of the MeLiBu family, the MLX81143 LED driver. It includes 21 LED drivers and improves the power management of the full system. The MLX81143 has an extremely wide dimming range allowing optimal brightness adjustment during night and day. The MeLiBu interface makes it possible to drive up to 3000 LEDs […]
Far UV-C, deep UV-C LEDs sport super-high outputs
Silanna UV has announced new far UV-C and deep UV-C LEDs that take advantage of the company’s patented short-period superlattice (SPSL) technology for industry-leading performance in the difficult-to-obtain 230 – 265 nm UV range – including the highest output power in any mass-produced UV LED at 235 nm. The far UV-C 235 nm SF1 series […]
High-energy cells in CR123A form factor feature 30% more run time
Ultralife Corporation has released the XR123A — a new battery in the CR123A form factor for low to medium-rate applications that require a long service life. This compact and lightweight power source is ideal for use in smoke alarms, LED flashlights, digital cameras, and Internet of Things (IoT) sensors. The XR123A is a primary (non-rechargeable) […]
