Phihong has introduced a new 15W USB power adapter that provides convenient and efficient charging solutions for a wide variety of mobile electronic devices and peripherals, including: smartphones, tablets, notebook computers, monitors, and networking devices. The new AQ15 Series 15W USB wall-plug adapters feature USB Type-C DC output connectors, are backwards compatible with devices that […]
Power Supplies
45-W LED power supplies target industrial and commercial lighting
LinkCom Manufacturing has announced its new family of INCORE high-performance constant-current LED power supplies. The first offering in the family is the 45 W DBFN-45 series. The slender, low-profile (372 x 30 x 27 mm; 14.6 x 1.18 x 1.06 in) power supplies are designed with the performance and features required for industrial (low-bay) and […]
GaN power ICs integrate FETs with drive circuits for fast switching
Navitas Semiconductor has announced the world’s first Gallium Nitride (GaN) Power ICs, using its proprietary AllGaN monolithically-integrated 650V platform. Combining GaN power FETs with GaN logic and drive circuits enables 10x-100x higher switching frequency than existing silicon circuits, making power electronics smaller, lighter and lower cost. A new generation of high frequency, energy efficient converters […]
AC to Point-of-Load development kit delivers up to 400 W
Vicor Corporation (NASDAQ: VICR) today announced the launch of its new AC to Point-of-Load Development Kit (“ACPoL DKit”). The development kit enables power system designers to immediately begin operating and evaluating a complete power system solution featuring the industry’s thinnest, highest performance, highest density power components, without the hassles and time penalties associated with designing […]
Air-to-air outdoor cooler protects critical system
Global technology leader Laird has developed an air-to-air outdoor cooler that protects critical telecommunication cabinets, energy storage systems and back-up battery systems by providing greater cooling power and increased reliability versus other units currently on the market. The AA-480 Series thermoelectric assembly delivers long life operation, maximum uptime and lower cost of ownership. Ideal for […]
Diode-OR controller provides seamless handoff between redundant power supplies
Linear Technology Corporation introduces the LTC4371, a rugged ideal diode-OR controller for dual feed high power telecom and datacom boards. The LTC4371 provides seamless handoff between redundant power supplies, replacing power Schottky diodes and associated heat sinks with N-channel MOSFETs, significantly reducing power loss, voltage drop and solution size. The controller is designed to withstand […]
Low profile, high-wattage power supplies
Polytron Devices has launched its new LPA30 series of compact, high wattage 30-watt DC-DC converters for a wide range of applications including wireless networks, tele and data communications, industry control systems, distributed power architectures and semiconductor equipment. The LPA30 power supplies deliver 92 percent power supply efficiency in an extra low profile package of 1.0” […]
Miniature PCB-mount 5-W AC-DC supplies meet medical safety standards
XP Power announced the EME05 series of ultra-compact, single output, 5 Watt AC-DC power supplies. Believed to be one of the smallest 5 Watt supplies on the market and available in either an encapsulated or open frame mechanical format, the EME05 measures just 1.4 x 0.94 x 0.69 inches, taking up minimal space in the […]
Low-profile 18-W desktop adapters hit Level VI efficiency levels
Phihong USA, a global supplier of OEM power solutions, has introduced a new low-cost, low-profile 18W desktop adapter series that delivers higher efficiency performance than previous models. Designated the PSAA18U Series, the adapters are compliant with the US Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) new level VI energy efficiency requirements, featuring input power saving of In addition […]
High-power AC supplies get price reduction
Behlman Electronics Inc. has announced that, effective March 1, 2016, the prices of their fifteen BL(F) High-Power Series AC Power Sources / Frequency Converters with fixed Voltage & Frequency are being reduced by $800 to $2,475, depending on the model. Making the announcement from Behlman’s design and manufacturing facility in Hauppauge, New York, Behlman president, […]