Nexperia introduced a new series of USB Type-C and USB power delivery (USB PD) controller ICs to support up to 18-140 W charging designs for the consumer USB charger market. The release of these controllers positions Nexperia as the sole semiconductor manufacturer to offer all of the components required to implement an efficient 18-140 W […]
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Anti-disconnect power connector targets mobile equipment safety
The 4799 rewireable IEC connector from SCHURTER is the first of its kind: it combines a rewireable C19 connector with the proven V-Lock cord retention system. Fast reaction time is an important factor in opening a new market for a device. Rewireable connectors are particularly flexible and especially suitable for small series of main cables […]
Co-polymer resin meets strict requirements for 1.6Kv solar systems
SABIC launched a breakthrough polycarbonate (PC)-based copolymer resin, well-suited for photovoltaic (PV) connector bodies, that meets stricter performance and regulatory requirements for emerging 1.5Kv solar systems. The new LNP EXL9334P copolymer resin achieves the highest comparative tracking index (CTI) level (UL PLC0) and IEC as Material Group 1 (IEC MG 1). It also delivers low-temperature […]
Multi-use, snap-on connector straps come in 9-V style
New, Insulated, Snap-On Connector Straps, pre-wired for simplified connectivity applications, are now available from Keystone Electronics Corp. Keystone’s new male and female Snap-On connector straps (9-V style) can be used as traditional male and female connections for 9 Volt battery design applications. In addition to 9-V battery use, these contact straps can be used for snap […]
High-current connector certified to UL 1977
Amphenol Industrial Operations announces that its SurLok Plus line is now certified to UL 1977 in all sizes, including 5.7mm, 8.0mm and 10.3mm. SurLok Plus is a high current connector designed to meet the needs of energy storage for commercial and residential battery storage systems, as well as electric and hybrid electric vehicles. This quick […]
Hot topic: Electric vehicle components get more sophisticated thermal models
The high electrical currents of fast charging are forcing designers to invent standard techniques for predictably modeling heat and cooling. Dr. Michael Ludwig, T&C Core Technologies, TE Connectivity The only way electric vehicles (EVs) will ever catch on is if consumers can charge them up quickly. Consequently, manufacturers are developing high-power charging (HPC) schemes which […]
APEC 2019: When you really, really need a rugged power connector
We recently spoke with Jessica Engel from Harwin talked to us a bit about some new developments in power connector technology. One such development was the Datamate Mix-Tek series of power connectors. She says they’re lightweight, compact, offer or 20 and 40-A options, and provide a lot of design flexibility. You have the option to […]
