Littelfuse, Inc. announced the SMFA Asymmetrical Series Surface-Mount TVS Diode, the first-to-market asymmetrical TVS solution specifically designed to protect Silicon Carbide (SiC) MOSFET gates from overvoltage events. As SiC MOSFETs become increasingly popular due to their faster switching speeds and superior efficiency compared to traditional Silicon MOSFETs and IGBTs, the need for robust gate protection […]
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Fuse series in 150A an d200 A ratings designed to address space constraints in PCB layout
Littelfuse, Inc. has introduced the 871 Series Ultra-High Amperage SMD Fuse, complementing the existing 881 Series. The new 871 Series offers 150A and 200A fuse ratings, expanding upon the 881 Series’ 125A maximum rating. This surface-mounted solution aims to eliminate the need for parallel fusing configurations in electronic designs. The 871 Series features a small-sized […]
Solid-state relays address industrial switching needs
Littelfuse, Inc. has announced the release of the SRP1 Solid-State Relays (SSRs) family. These relays are designed to address reliability and durability issues in industrial and commercial machinery applications. The SRP1 SSRs aim to overcome the limitations of conventional relays by eliminating mechanical components prone to failure under constant use. The SRP1 SSRs feature a […]
5 A MOSFET gate drivers spin motors and drive power supplies
Littelfuse, Inc. announces the launch of the IX4341 and IX4342 dual 5 ampere low-side MOSFET gate drivers. These gate drivers are specifically designed for driving MOSFETs and complete the existing IX434x driver series by adding the remaining two logic input versions. The IX434x series now consists of dual non-inverting, dual inverting, and non-inverting and inverting input […]
Low-capacitance TVS diodes protect avionics circuits
Littelfuse, Inc. announces the release of the new SMBLCE-HR/HRA, SMCLCE-HR/HRA, and SMDLCE-HR/HRA High-Reliability Low Capacitance TVS Diode Series. This groundbreaking series of TVS diodes is designed to safeguard avionics equipment from lightning and other overvoltage threats, setting a new standard in high-reliability protection for the aviation industry. The SMBLCE-HR/HRA (600 W), SMCLCE-HR/HRA (1500 W), and […]
IC protects battery backup systems from too much voltage and current
Littelfuse, Inc.has revealed the newest member of its eFuse Protection IC lineup, the LS0502SCD33S. This novel development introduces the Single Cell Super Capacitor Protection IC, tailored explicitly for charging backup power sources under extreme conditions, setting a new benchmark in the sector. Backup power is essential in numerous settings, but lithium-ion batteries’ limited temperature tolerance […]
TTape: A simple way to monitor Li-ion battery-pack temperature
A set of temperature-triggered switches alerts you to hot batteries. Li-ion batteries can get hot, which can cause failures or worse in the products they power. Thus, it’s important to monitor their temperature and act before damage occurs. You can monitor temperature with a set of thermocouples, scan them, and write software to produce an […]
Driver uses floating voltage source to control discrete standard power MOSFETs and IGBTs
Littelfuse, Inc. announced the launch of the FDA117 Optically Isolated Photovoltaic Driver. This innovative product generates a floating power source, making it an exceptional choice for isolated switching applications in a wide range of industries. The FDA117 is specifically designed to control discrete standard power MOSFETs and IGBTs using a floating voltage source, ensuring isolation […]
eFuse protects supercapacitors from excessive voltage and current
Littelfuse, Inc. announced the latest addition to the eFuse Protection ICs product line of versatile circuit protection devices, the LS0502SCD33. This pioneering innovation marks a significant milestone in the industry, providing the eFuse Super Capacitor Protection IC, a cutting-edge solution designed specifically for backup power charging applications in harsh environments. In many applications where backup […]
Power MOSFET meets AEC-Q101 automotive stress test
Littelfuse, Inc. announced the release of IXTY2P50PA, the first automotive-grade PolarP P-Channel Power MOSFET. This innovative product design meets the demanding requirements of automotive applications, providing exceptional performance and reliability. The key differentiator of the –500 V, –2 A IXTY2P50PA is its AEC-Q101 qualification, making it ideal for automotive applications. This qualification ensures that the […]
