TT Electronics launched two new ranges of SMD thick film chip resistors designed to optimize performance under pulse and surge conditions. With a value range of 1R0 to 1M0, the resistors provide surge protection in compact circuits where a small footprint size is critical to the design. TT Electronics’ PWC0603 and DSC0603 series are designed […]
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Thin-film resistors sense currents in the sub-3-A range
TT Electronics, a global provider of engineered electronics for performance critical applications, today launched the LCS series of thin film resistors. For sensing and measurement of DC and AC currents in the sub-3A range, the resistors bring precision thin film resistor performance into the field of low ohmic values for use in very accurate current […]
Top power electronics threads on EDAboard.com – September
(editor’s note: Intrigued by these power electronics problems? Have a question or optional solution? Then click the “Read more” link and follow the conversation on EDAboard.com or log in to EDAboard and participate in the forum thread.) Small vs. larger SMT ceramic capacitors and internal inductance? – We are doing a 65A, 1V5 SMPS using […]
Custom TPE Thermistors target harsh environments
Designed with an over-molding process to ensure zero possibility of moisture intrusion in the probe assembly, Selco Products Custom TPE Thermistors are well suited in applications with overall operating temperature range of -40°C to 135°C. Manufactured with robust, UL certified TPE material, these custom assemblies are ideal for harsh moisture environments. The TPE housing material […]
0603 X 4 chip arrays Now AEC-Q200 qualified
Stackpole has completed AEC-Q200 testing for the RACF and RAVF Series thick film chip resistor arrays in its most popular size, the 0603 by 4 resistors. Per AEC-Q200, these chip resistor arrays must have an operating temperature range of -55 degree C to +150 degree C and survive a wide range of electrical and mechanical […]
1.5-W Metal Plate Current Sense Resistor comes in 1206 Size
KOA Speer Electronics introduces the new TLR2BP Current Sense Resistor, featuring a 1.5 Watt power rating in a 1206 package. The TLR2BP is a metal plate resistor that provides excellent dimension accuracy and low height with a thickness as low as 0.6mm. In addition, it offers superior corrosion and heat resistance with an operating temperature […]
Current sense resistors now available in 0.5 to 1 W
KOA Speer Electronics expands the resistance values of the 1206 size TLR2B/2BW metal plate chip current sense resistors, available now in 1mΩ and 1.5mΩ. The power rating for the 1206 chip size TLR2B is 0.5Watt and TLR2BW is 1Watt. These resistors feature a metal alloy to provide superior corrosion and heat resistance, with a small […]
Top power electronics threads on EDAboard.com – August
(editor’s note: Intrigued by these power electronics problems? Have a question or optional solution? Then click the “Read more” link and follow the conversation on EDAboard.com or log in to EDAboard and participate in the forum thread.) IGBT circuit problems – I have some doubts on a result I’ve obtained. I’m using a circuit, as […]
Low resistance resistor jumper operates at -55°C to +170°C
KOA Speer Electronics introduces the TLRZ series metal plate zero ohm jumper, available in 0603, 0805, and 1206 package sizes with current ratings of 26A, 31.6A, and 40A respectively. The TLRZ is a low resistance resistor jumper with an operating temperature of -55°C to +170°C. The TLRZ’s metal plate construction provides excellent dimension accuracy and […]
Non-magnetic thin film chip resistors deliver ratings to 6 W in 1206 and 2512 cases
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. introduced a new series of high-power, surface-mount, precision non-magnetic thin film chip resistors. Built on aluminum nitride substrates, the Vishay Dale Thin Film PCNM series offers power ratings of 2 W and 6 W in compact 1206 and 2512 case sizes, respectively. The aluminum nitride substrates of the resistors released today feature […]