Bourns, Inc., a leading manufacturer and supplier of electronic components, today announced the industry’s first surface mount Miniature Resettable Thermal Cutoff (TCO) devices. Bourns’ new Model SA Series TCO battery protection solutions are compatible with surface mount reflow soldering methods, which eliminate supply chain steps and streamline the manufacturing process. By controlling abnormal, excessive current virtually […]
Fuses
Solid-body fuses make EPPL list for aero applications
AEM, Inc., announces that its FM12 line of solid-body fuses have been selected by the European Space Components Coordination (ESCC) body for inclusion in the European Preferred Parts List (EPPL). The FM12 Series fuses, also included on the Defense Logistics Agency Qualified Products List (QPL), are intended for use in a wide variety of aerospace […]
Thyristors safeguard SLIC interfaces from lightning-induced surges, power fault events
Littelfuse, Inc.,today introduced two series of SIDACtor Protection Thyristors designed to protect SLIC (Subscriber Line Interface Circuit) interfaces against lightning-induced surges and power fault events. The surface-mount B61089QDR and B9110DF Series Thyristors for Programmable Tracking Protection contain fast-switching crowbarring structures that are compatible with the Basic levels outlined in the ITU K.20, K.21 and K.45 recommendations […]
Unidirectional TVS diode arrays come in space-saving 01005 flip-chip packages
Littelfuse, Inc. today introduced an industry first: a new series of three unidirectional TVS diode arrays in space-saving 01005 flip chip packages(0.230mm x 0.430mm). Unidirectional protection is typically preferable to bidirectional protection, particularly on logic and data lines, which typically do not transit zero volts during standard operation. The new SP3145 Series TVS Diode Arrays (SPA® […]
Automotive-grade surface-mount fuses operate over wide range of temperature and vibration
AEM Components announces the availability of its new line of AEC-Q200 qualified surface-mount fuses designed specifically for reliable operation in high-stress automotive applications. The new wire-in-air AirMatrix (QA Series) and solid body SolidMatrix (QF Series) fuses are manufactured in AEM’s TS16949-certified facility. The two product series together offer automotive design engineers with products that assure […]
Surface mount TVS diodes safeguard sensitive automotive electronics
Littelfuse, Inc., the global leader in circuit protection, today introduced a series of AEC-Q101 qualified TVS Diodes designed specifically to protect sensitive electronic equipment from voltage transients induced by load dump and other transient voltage events. SLD8S Series Automotive SMT Transient Voltage Suppression (TVS) Diodes offer a choice of 7000W (10/1000μs) or 2200W (load dump) […]
From the circuit vault on Electro-Tech-Online: Power Supplies
Forum members at EEWorld’s online engineering community Electro-Tech-Online have been sharing their electronic circuit ideas with other members for years. Now we’re featuring some of those circuits and projects you can build on EEWorldonline. Look for future posts featuring power, robotics, high voltage and audio circuits, as well as many others — all created by our […]
Thermally Protected SPD 10 kV/5 kA Surge Protection Module Certified to IEC/EN 61643-11
Littelfuse, Inc. introduced a new series of thermally protected surge protective devices that provide robust transient overvoltage protection for outdoor and commercial LED lighting fixtures. The LSP05GI Series LED Lighting Surge Protection Module is capable of providing 10kV/5kA surge protection and is certified to IEC/EN 61643-11. Its surge handling capability enhances an LED lighting fixture’s […]
Littelfuse to Acquire TVS diode/IGBT/thyristor Portfolio From ON Semiconductor
Littelfuse, Inc., today announced it has entered into definitive agreements to acquire the product portfolio of transient voltage suppression (“TVS”) diodes, switching thyristors and insulated gate bipolar transistors (“IGBT”) for automotive ignition applications from ON Semiconductor Corporation for a combined purchase price of $104 million. This portfolio has annualized sales of approximately $55 million. The […]
Surface-mount fuses get up to 30-A ratings
SCHURTER’s UMT-H offers a 1500 A breaking capacity at rated voltages of 277 VAC/250 VDC. The compact, high-performance fuse now has VDE approval in addition to UL approval. This time-lag fuse provides overcurrent and short circuit protection in various industrial control applications, such as intrinsically safe applications. The “intrinsic safety” method is one of the most […]