Littelfuse, Inc. announced the latest release of four versatile circuit protection devices in the eFuse Protection ICs product line. The latest eFuse Protection ICs utilize an innovative design ideal for a wide range of power inputs (3.3V to 28V) with highly integrated protection. These semiconductor-based electronic fuses provide robust overvoltage, overcurrent, short circuit, and inrush […]
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High-voltage fuses target EV, hybrid, eMobility apps
Bel Power announced the availability of a new line of automotive fuses, most suitable for eMobility applications seen in electric vehicles (EVs), hybrid vehicles, and electrical energy storage (EES). The release of this line makes Bel the only supplier in the industry showing a complete 500V and 1000V offering on their website, building upon their […]
SMT “auto” blade fuse holders feature low insertion force
A full line of fuse clips and holders now includes low insertion force, reliable and compact automotive blade fuse holders for Maxi style automotive blade fuses. Manufactured to ensure secured positioning during soldering, these holders support Voltage up to 500 Vac and 40 A of current, as well as fully insulated clips to protect fuses and reduce […]
SMD fuses optimized for battery over-current interruption
SCHURTER officially announces the launch of its newest addition to the SCHURTER Fuse portfolio: The fast-acting UHP High Current SMD Fuse, designed to safely interrupt high-energy overcurrent in battery systems. Specially designed for Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV) applications, the UHP meets the high-breaking capacity requirements and fast trip time of an overcurrent situation by […]
Electronic fuse ICs provide protection, sensing, and control features
Littelfuse, Inc. announced the new eFuse Protection ICs product line, a series of four versatile circuit protection devices. The eFuse Protection ICs utilize an innovative design that provides a wide range of power inputs (3.3V to 28V) and integrated protection. In addition to overvoltage protection, these electronic fuses protect against overcurrent, short circuit, inrush current, […]
Protect cellular base stations from electrical hazards
The next generation of cellular communications, the 5G network, will help the IoT reach its full potential. IoT includes many devices and physical objects such as home appliances, vehicles, and “smart” cities. IoT connectivity depends on the advancements of the 5G network compared to the current 4G LTE networks. The download speed of up to […]
High-voltage cartridge fuse features AEC-Q200-compliant overcurrent protection
The new 828 Series High-Voltage Cartridge Fuses are designed and tested to meet the circuit protection needs of compact automotive electronics, specifically Electric Vehicle (EV) applications. These robust fuses are Littelfuse internal AEC-Q200 compliant, providing a high interrupting rating (10 kA @ 1,000 Vdc), which is ideal for the On-Board Chargers (OBCs) and Power Distribution […]
High-power fuses optimized for electric vehicle use
Bourns, Inc. announced a new POWrFuse High-Power Fuse model series. Bourns specifically designed the POWrFuse Model PF-K Series to meet ISO 8820-8 standards for the protection of high-voltage accessory circuits in electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs). These circuits are found in a variety of EV/HEV applications including electrical energy storage (ESS), battery disconnect units (BDUs), and […]
Open fuse holders compatible with through-hole reflow soldering
SCHURTER is known for its compact high-performance fuse holders, and the OGN series open fuse holder for 5×20 mm fuses is no exception. The series now offers a version that is compatible with Through-Hole Reflow (THR) solder processes, in addition to the existing THT and SMT versions. SMT components are used for PCB assemblies. Ideally, […]
Design tips for high-voltage protection in EVs and hybrids
The primary goal of EV protective circuits: Keep vehicle occupants safe day-to-day and first-responders protected if the worst happens. Michael Zimmermann, Littelfuse, Inc. The 12-V automotive battery may become a relic of the past as electric vehicles (EV) and hybrid cars gain market share. EVs and hybrid vehicles use battery packs of at least 500-V […]