Power Sources Unlimited, Inc., a distributor of power supplies and related products, is pleased to announce that they have been appointed the sole North American distributor for Powerstax plc. With this partnership Power Sources has expanded our portfolio of highly reliable, configurable and cost-effective solutions to our DC-DC and AC-DC product lines. Powerstax plc., is […]
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Stewart Connector’s new RJ45 plugs for large diameter CAT6a horizontal cables
Stewart Connector, a division of Bel Fuse Inc., announced the release of large diameter Category 6a 8P8C modular plug (SS-39200-027). The new RJ45 plugs are the latest addition to Stewart Connector’s extensive portfolio of connectors designed to support Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T) and 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GBase-T) transfer rates, along with PoE (Power over Ethernet). They […]
Quick turnaround service supports PCB fabricators
Isola Group has enhanced its Quick Turnaround (QTA) Service in the US to support its customers’ just-in-time (JIT) inventory strategies and QTA programs. Expediting production to reduce the time-to-market presents a big challenge for PCB fabricators. They consider the variety of base materials and configuration options involved in the production of complex. Many fabricators rely […]
Trojan Battery Hosts a Series of Webinars on Deep-Cycle Batteries for Renewable Energy
Trojan Battery Co. continues its mission to expand knowledge and understanding of deep-cycle batteries by hosting a series of webinars designed to provide in-depth information focusing on a variety of battery topics for renewable energy and backup power applications. Deep-cycle batteries are an essential component of battery-based renewable energy and backup power systems, so careful […]
How to Read Your DC Power Supply’s Data Sheet
by Kevin Cavell, Product Manager for Power Products, Agilent Technologies, Inc. Before powering up your device for the first time, read your power supply’s data sheet! Going through the top specifications, knowing as much as you can about your device, will help you choose the right power supply. When it comes time to power up […]
Podcast: Platform to design and build custom embedded computers
Designed for customers who want a device tailored to their specifications, without the cost of conventional electrical engineering, layout and manufacturing, Geppetto is a complete system for building and ordering custom embedded computers without the need for extensive knowledge of electrical engineering. Combining powerful web applications with Gumstix’ own manufacturing capabilities, reduces the process of […]
Engineering and Concussion Reduction Therapy (CRT)
There has been a lot of discussion about aggressive sports and head injuries. These conversations are pertaining to the rising concerns of traumatic brain injuries resulting from forceful hits in contact sports. For males, football (US) is the most common sport causing concussions; while for females, soccer (US) is the most common sport. Over the […]
Keithley’s E-Guide on Making Ultra-Fast I-V Measurements
Keithley Instruments, Inc. has published an e-guide titled, “Ultra-Fast I‑V Applications for the Model 4225-PMU Ultra-Fast I-V Module.” The 24-page e-guide provides an overview of why ultra-fast I-V sourcing and measurement have become increasingly important capabilities for many technologies, including compound semiconductors, non-volatile memory (NVM), MEMs devices, nanodevices, solar cells, and CMOS devices. Using pulsed […]
TDK-Lambda iPhone and Android Apps Provide Access to Power Supply Tech Terms
Whether a student, engineer or hobbyist, this new Power Supply Glossary App provides quick and easy mobile access to a wealth of information applicable to power supply technologies. The App is available at http://us.tdk-lambda.com/lp/about/phone-apps.htm; alternatively search in iTunes for ‘TDK-Lambda Glossary.’ The Android App is available to download at http://goo.gl/3eNpl This is TDK-Lambda’s second mobile […]
SureStart compact magnum low voltage disconnect
The SureStart Compact Magnum 250 amp low voltage disconnect (LVD), is an electronically sensing battery level and conserving starting power. The LVD prolongs battery life by preventing damage and eliminating dead battery service calls and lost time. The module is ideal for protecting onboard electronics and other equipment used by truck fleets, recreational vehicles, utility […]