New power modules offer one of the highest power densities in a DOSA footprint on the market with a profile of only 3.75 mm. They provide either 1, 2, 3, or even 6 A in the same-sized package for scalability. The 6-A module has at least 50% higher power density than its peers on the […]
Converters
Chassis-mount DC-DC converters for railway applications get pluggable connectors
Bel Power Solutions announces an extension to the RCM Series, 150 W to 1000 W chassis-mount DC-DC converters, with an optional pluggable connector version. The pluggable connectors are an alternative to the standard cage clamp terminals, that lowers the risk of reverse polarity connection and supports the integration of ready-made cable harnesses during installation, as well […]
Synchronous secondary buck converters target assisted driving sensor use
ROHM announced the availability of the BD9S series (BD9S400MUF-C, BD9S300MUF-C, BD9S200MUF-C, BD9S100NUX-C, BD9S000NUX-C). This series of automotive synchronous secondary buck DC/DC converters have a high reliability and low power consumption in a compact form factor with a temperature range of -40 to +125 degree. The products are offered in a leadless package with wettable flanks. This makes them […]
AC/DC modules provide 5 W for Industry 4.0, IoT and smart home apps
The RAC05-K/277 series includes 5 W ac/dc converters that support peak power needs and are specially designed for extended input lines and reliable operation at extreme temperatures from -40°C up to an impressive +90°C. The RAC05-K/277 series are built to operate from extended input lines with mains voltages from 85 Vac up to 305 Vac, […]
Low-cost 2-W dc/dc converters offer high isolation
The RKZE series is a cost-effective 2-W dc/dc converter in an industry standard SIP7 case. The extended operating temperature range runs from -40° to +95°C, making these converters suitable for demanding environments in industrial, test and measurement applications as well as high-volume manufacturing. They are pin-compatible with the RK and RH converter series, offering a […]
Multi-output ac/dc converters cover 5 to 20-W range
The MORNSUN LHE series ac/dc converters cover the 5-20-W range. The LHE new series includes dual output LHExx-20Axx series, triple output LHExx-20Cxx series and isolated dual output LHExx-20Dxx series. The converters are economical thanks to material normalization, production automation, higher product consistency and reliability. They also feature an operating temperature expanded to -40 to 70℃ […]
Power Electronics Top Talks in August on EDABoard.com forums
Peer-to-peer, engineer-to-engineer questions and answers from the EDABoard.com engineering community around power electronics. Click the “Read more” link and follow the entire conversation and maybe add your two cents by logging in to EDAboard.com SPWM converter MOSFET failure – I am currently working in this circuit of an SPWM inverter and I keep having my MOSFETsburningg […]
Single-output 600-to-1,200-W supplies provide MoPPs isolation, low acoustic noise, PMBus communication
The QS series of single output medical and industrial power supplies have full MoPPs (Means of Patient Protection) isolation, low acoustic noise and a range of options including a PMBus communication with a high current standby voltage. With medical and industrial safety certifications, the power supplies are suitable for use in medical, test and measurement, […]
How to design a functionally safe vehicle display
It pays to know about the ASIL B compliance measures needed for automotive subsystems. Szukang Hsien, Automotive Business Unit, Maxim Integrated TAKE the wheel of a new car today and you’ll be greeted with the bright glow of screens filled with useful data: how fast you’re going, what’s playing on the radio, a playlist of […]
Galvanic isolation for electric vehicle systems
High voltages and high currents circulating in EVs make the fundamentals of electrical isolation techniques an important topic. Ross Sabolcik, Silicon Labs AS automotive designs move toward electrification, high-wattage power electronics become critical to new electronic drivetrain and battery systems. In these applications, digital controllers safely interface with the high-voltage systems of modern electric vehicles […]
