Microchip Technology Inc., a provider of microcontroller, mixed-signal, analog and Flash-IP solutions, expanded its 36V digital potentiometer (digipot) portfolio with two new volatile, I2C devicestheMCP45HV31 and MCP45HV51 (MCP45HV31-51). These are the industrys first digipots to offer a 5 kohm resistance with a specified operating voltage of 36V. Additionally, they provide 10V to 36V analog operation […]
Power Supplies
Create a power supply board layout in minutes
Texas Instruments today unveiled WEBENCH PCB Export, a new feature in TI’s online WEBENCH Power Designer tool that engineers can use to quickly create a power supply printed circuit board (PCB) layout and export it to industry-leading computer-aided design (CAD) development platforms. A significant challenge in power supply design is creation of the PCB layout. […]
MAXPOS 50/5 Positioning Controller
maxon motor launches the MAXPOS 50/5. This compact EtherCAT Slave unveils unprecedented possibilities as far as precision, dynamics, and synchronization are concerned. It also ensures reliability and durability even under harsh conditions. More than 20 years of experience in motion control have been incorporated into this latest technology in positioning controller. By their design, the […]
100W to 600W Power Supply Series Has Five Year Warranty
TDK Corporation announces the introduction of the five year warranty TDK-Lambda RWS-B series of AC-DC power supplies, designed to provide solid performance at an economical price. The product line up has four power levels and compact case sizes, rated at 100, 150, 300 and 600W. Operating from a universal input of 47-63Hz, 85-265Vac (300Vac for […]
CARLO GAVAZZI’s Sponsorship of Sauber Formula One Affiliate Driver Simona De Silvestro
CARLO GAVAZZI Inc., the wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of CARLO GAVAZZI HOLDING AG, the international electronics Group with activities in the design, manufacture and marketing of electronic equipment, announced their partnership with Sauber F1 Affiliate Driver Simona De Silvestro. CARLO GAVAZZI, known worldwide for their high quality automation sensors, monitoring controls and switching devices, with […]
Digi-Key Debuts Innovative Mobile App for Freescale
Global electronic components distributor Digi-Key Corporation has collaborated with Freescale® Semiconductor to create the electronic component industry’s first distributor/supplier collaborative mobile application. In response to the ever-increasing adoption of mobile devices, Digi-Key designed this new app to enhance the user experience for Freescale customers by giving them access to all relevant product information and online […]
Low Voltage Models Added to ZWS300BAF Series
TDK Corporation introduces the addition of 12V and 15V models to its TDK-Lambda ZWS300BAF series of high reliability power supplies. Operating from a universal input of 85 to 265Vac, the ZWS300BAF features a 10-year electrolytic capacitor lifetime demanded by manufacturers of industrial, test & measurement, broadcast and communications equipment. The ZWS300BAF series now comprises of […]
1500W and 3000W Programmable Single Output Power Supply
Cotek AE-1500 & AE-3000 Series Power Sources Unlimited, Inc. continues to expand upon our line of ultra-high efficient, single output ac-dc power supplies with the introduction of the AE-1500 Series (1500W) and the AE-3000 Series (3000W) from Cotek Electronics. Available models include 12V, 15V, 24V, 30V, 36V, 48V and 60VDC output voltages. Key applications include […]
Power-One Expands Open Frame AC/DC Portfolio
Power-One, a member of the ABB group and global manufacturer of renewable energy and energy-efficient power conversion and management solutions, proudly announces the ABC/MBC450 family of high efficiency power supplies that expand the broad offering of AC-DC open frame products up to 450W. These products offer high power density in a rugged and reliable package […]
AutomationDirect adds WEG miniature contactors
AutomationDirect’s CWC series miniature contactors are a complete solution for switching and controlling motors. The compact dimensions for its IEC current rating, up to 22A, AC-3 utilization category, allows it to take up less space inside electrical enclosures while still offering up to a powerful 15 hp @460V. Dimensions of the 7A to 16A contactors […]