Flex Power Modules has added a new part to their popular BMR492 series which now features a wide 36-75 V input range for telecom/PoE applications. The through-hole BMR492 0311/011 provides a regulated 12 V output rated at 504 W / 42 A adjustable from 8-13.2 V and achieves 96% efficiency at half load. Monitoring and […]
Power Management
Surface-mount TVS diodes protect power supplies from transients
Littelfuse, Inc. announced the release of its latest product, the LTKAK2-L Series High Power TVS Diodes. This surface mount solution addresses the market demand for automated PCB assembly process-compatible TVS diodes with a high surge rating. By using one LTKAK2-L in place of either four or eight 15KPA or 30KPA axial-leaded TVS diodes, electronics designers […]
Brick power supplies handle 1600 W continuous output
Flex Power Modules introduces a new device to their range of quarter brick non-isolated DC/DC converters that take power densities to new levels. The BMR351 has a 40-60 V input range and delivers a non-isolated but fully regulated output of 12.2 V nominal. The rated output current is 136 A continuous (1600 W max) and […]
DIN rail dc-dc converters boost control cabinets’ input power
Antaira Technologies launched two DIN Rail mounted DC-DC converters able to boost the 9-36VDC input power typical of control cabinets to a maximum adjustable output of 53VDC and either up to 480 watts (DTD-480-0953-T) or 360 watts (DTD-360-0953-T). Exceptionally rugged and compact, the new DTD power converters are shielded from industrial environments within an IP30 […]
SiC modules feature two high-current MOSFET drivers
Solitron Devices announces the introduction of the SD11911 and SD11912 1200V Silicon Carbide (SiC) Power Modules. Both modules feature two independent, high-current MOSFETs. Solitron power modules maximize the benefits of SiC, with a unique robust, and cost-effective packaging format. The 37mm x 25mm x 9mm outline is a fraction of the size and weight of […]
Inline holder move fuses off the board
Littelfuse, Inc. announced the latest release of the 150520 Series Inline Fuse Holders product line. The latest 150520 Series Inline Fuse Holders are rated 600 VAC/VDC voltage at 20 amps in a 5×20 mm size. These convenient inline fuses are ideal for applications requiring supplemental circuit protection, including data centers, industrial HVAC, and power supplies. […]
Power entry modules with added ingress protection
Schurter continues to demonstrate its commitment to innovation with a product design update to its power entry modules, series DG11 and DG12 with mains filter. The updated product design builds upon the success of the 6080 appliance inlet, which features a first-of-its-kind ingress protection solution between the connector and mating V-Lock power cord. Schurter uses […]
SiC gate driver benefits traction inverters for EVs
Texas Instruments debuted a highly integrated, functional safety-compliant, isolated gate driver that enables engineers to design more efficient traction inverters and maximize electric vehicle (EV) driving range. The new UCC5880-Q1 reinforced isolated gate driver offers features that enable EV powertrain engineers to increase power density and reduce system design complexity and cost while achieving their […]
GaN FETs in e-mode for 100/150 V and 650 V voltage applications
Nexperia released its first Power GaN FETs in e-mode (enhancement mode) configuration for low (100/150 V) and high (650 V) voltage applications. By augmenting its cascode offering with seven new e-mode devices, Nexperia now provides designers with the optimum choice of GaN FETs from a single supplier alongside its substantial portfolio of silicon-based power electronics components. […]
Gate driver includes serial interface for voltage, temperature monitoring
Power Integrations announced a new, single-channel, plug-and-play gate driver for 190 mm x 140 mm IHM and IHV IGBT modules up to 3300 V. The 1SP0635V2A0D combines Power Integrations’ proven SCALE-2 switching performance and protection features with a configurable isolated serial output interface, which augments driver programmability and provides comprehensive telemetry reporting for accurate lifetime estimation. Multiple sensing circuits […]
