The optocoupler — also called an optoisolator — is among the most useful, versatile, problem-solving components available to the design engineer. This small non-monolithic device does one thing and does it well, with minimal complications in most cases and no software. This FAQ will look at the operation principles, key parameters, and applications of this […]
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High-power precision shunt resistors incorporate bulk metal foil technology
The VPG Foil Resistors product group of Vishay Precision Group announced the global market launch of the Alpha Electronics FNP Series, a family of high-power precision shunt resistors. Design of the Alpha Electronics FNP Series incorporates VPG’s own proprietary Bulk Metal Foil technology for a low-temperature coefficient of resistance (TCR) down to 0±1 ppm/°C, depending […]
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 […]
