Infineon Technologies AG announced the expansion of its MOTIX family of products for automotive and industrial motor control applications. To further expand the advanced product family, Infineon introduces the 2-channel MOTIX gate driver ICs 2ED2742S01G, 2ED2732S01G, 2ED2748S01G, and 2ED2738S01G. The 160 V Silicon-on-Insulator (SOI) gate drivers are small, powerful, and cost-effective gate drive solutions with excellent latch-up immunity. […]
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10 MBd optocouplers provide low power consumption in industrial applications
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. introduced five new 10 MBd high-speed optocouplers that provide low power consumption to save energy in industrial applications. Featuring a wide voltage supply range of 2.7 V to 5.5 V and an open collector output, the single-channel VOH260A, VOIH060A, and VOWH260A, and dual-channel VOH263A and VOIH063A enable usage with low voltage microcontrollers and I²C and SPI bus systems. Offered […]
Power modules now available with press-fit terminals
Microchip Technology announces its expansive portfolio of SP1F and SP3F power modules are now available with Press-Fit terminals for high-volume applications. Solder-free Press-Fit power module terminals allow for automated or robotic installation, which simplifies and speeds up the assembly process to reduce manufacturing costs. The high accuracy of the terminal locations and the novel Press-Fit pin design […]
SiC half-bridge power module for hi-rel applications
Solitron Devices announced the introduction of the SD11487, the industry’s first hermetically sealed Silicon Carbide (SiC) Power Module for high-reliability applications. With a unique hermetic packaging format, the 51mm x 30mm x 8mm outline is the smallest hermetically sealed high reliability, high voltage, half-bridge on the market. The integrated format maximizes power density while […]
2 and 20 A synchronous buck regulators use COT control scheme to optimize performance
Modern power systems require highly efficient and compact regulators. Infineon Technologies AG addresses this challenge with the TDA388xx family, targeting the server, AI, datacom, telecom, and storage markets. The 12 A and 20 A synchronous buck regulators utilize a fast constant on-time (COT) control scheme to optimize performance. This approach ensures rapid transient response, minimizes […]
Half-bridge HEMT GaN devices simplify power-supply designs
STMicroelectronics’ MasterGaN1L and MasterGaN4L introduce the next generation of integrated gallium-nitride (GaN) bridge devices that simplify power-supply design leveraging wide-bandgap technology to achieve the latest ecodesign targets. ST’s MasterGaN family combines 650V GaN high electron-mobility transistors (HEMT) with optimized gate drivers, system protection, and an integrated bootstrap diode that helps power the device at startup. Integrating these features saves […]
Current-sense resistors feature low TCR
Bourns, Inc. introduced four high-power, ultra-low ohmic current sense resistor series. The latest current measurement devices from Bourns are designed to help save energy while maximizing sensing performance in power electronics designs. The four CSI Model Series feature low-temperature Coefficient of Resistance (TCR) for operating accuracy over a wide temperature range and excellent long-term stability. Their […]
12 V SiC MOSFETs boast RDS(on) values of 40 Ω and 80 Ω
Nexperia announced its first silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFETs with the release of two 1200 V discrete devices in 3-pin TO-247 packaging with RDS(on) values of 40 mΩ and 80 mΩ. NSF040120L3A0 and NSF080120L3A0 are the first in a series of planned releases that will see Nexperia’s SiC MOSFET portfolio quickly expand to include devices with […]
Power entry modules combine multiple functions in one component
SCHURTER series DG11 and DG12 with and without mains filter features a first-of-its-kind ingress protection solution for IEC inlets, consisting of a seal gasket between the connector and mating V-Lock power cord. The blue colored latch of the V-Lock power cord and blue inlay of the appliance inlet indicate that the two have been equipped […]
Capacitors filter AC mains in tough temperature and humidity conditions
Cornell Dubilier recently introduced the new MXT Series Metallized Polypropylene Film Capacitor. Designed to suppress conducted electromagnetic/radio frequency interference (EMI/RFI) at a circuit’s power input the MXT Series is perfect for use in harsh environments having met the demanding 85/85 THB (Temperature, Humidity, Bias) test requirements. Class X2 capacitors, like the MXT, are typically connected […]