Fuji Electric Corporation of America announced that it has collaborated with Coulomb Technologies to integrate Coulomb’s ChargePoint® Network into its DC Quick Charging Stations. The ChargePoint Network is described as the largest network of independently owned charging stations in the world and Fuji Electric’s 25kW chargers will be a valuable addition, providing a full charge […]
GaN Systems Inc., a provider of gallium nitride power switching semiconductors, and Arkansas Power Electronics International Inc. (APEI), a developer of technology for power electronics systems, electronic motor drives, and power electronics packaging, announced they will collaborate on the development of a high-temperature, high-performance package optimized for gallium nitride transistors and diodes. This co-development is […]
Leviton announced the launch of its Level 2 (240V, 40A) charging station. Designed, tested and assembled in the United States, the next generation Leviton charging station is able to provide 9.6 kW output, and will charge the Toyota RAV4 EV in approximately six hours. It also includes a 25-foot charging cable which offers flexibility in […]
Cirrus Logic Inc. has introduced its second family of digital LED controllers with digital TruDim™ dimmer compatibility technology designed to accelerate worldwide adoption of LED retrofit bulbs. In addition to providing near 100 percent compatibility with the world’s installed base of dimmers, the new CS163X family provides two-channel LED color mixing capabilities. This allows LED […]
Linear Technology Corp. introduced the LTC2995 high accuracy temperature sensor and dual supply monitor for low voltage systems. The LTC2995 measures a remote diode’s temperature with ±1°C accuracy and its own die temperature with ±2°C accuracy, while rejecting errors due to noise and series resistance. Two voltage rails, one of which is required to be […]
Pure Energy Visions Corp. announced the signing of a Licensing Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Encansol Capital Corp. (Encansol)" of Vancouver, BC. Encansol is in the business of developing large format, flat plate Rechargeable Alkaline batteries for a variety of industrial and alternative energy applications. In the License MOU, EnCanSol will provide PEVC with an […]
The PV industry, now generating at dc voltages of 600 and 1,000V, has placed exceptional demands on the currently available SPD products intended to protect systems components from the effects of lightning caused surges and transients. In response DEHN has introduced a new technology and product, specifically designed for PV systems, to function under the […]
MagnaChip Semiconductor Corp. launched a high efficiency, ac direct-drive 4W/8W LED lighting driver which doesn’t require a separate ac line converter circuit. The advantage of using of an ac drive type is that it minimizes neighboring circuits. The introduction of our advanced LED lighting driver is a result of MagnaChip’s extensive high voltage process technical […]
Wireless technology specialists Samsung and Qualcomm Inc. have joined other technology leaders to form the Alliance for Wireless Power (A4WP). The independently operated organization’s mission is to promote global standardization of a wireless power transfer technology that offers spatial freedom, to develop product testing, certification and regulatory compliance processes, and to foster industry dialogue with […]
IXYS Corp. announced the introduction of the highest power density bipolar module in the industry standard TO240 outline. IXYS’ extensive range of proven industrial power modules have been enhanced by the mass production release of the highest power TO-240 based thyristor module in the market today. The new modules comply with the JEDEC outline requirements […]
TDK Corp. has introduced a new series of TDK multilayer ceramic capacitors that provide extended life performance and meet electrical, mechanical, and environmental standards from multiple industry specifications, including automotive and higher grades. The new CGJ series is best suited for applications that require field life such as smart meter, smart grid, solar inverters and […]
Micropelt has raised 6’5 Mio EURO for the roll-out and global expansion of its thin-film thermoelectric energy harvesting technology. The fresh liquidity include a 5 Mio EURO investment by Ludgate Environmental Fund (LEF), a 1 Mio EURO by the Fund of Mitsubishi UFJ Capital (MUCAP) and 0’5 Mio EURO by the existing shareholders IBG / […]
The 9th International Exhibition for Power Electronics, Energy and Energy Saving will be held in Moscow, Russia, from November 27-29, at the...
Advanced Lighting Technologies, Inc. (ALT) announced the achievement of a high-efficiency and highly reliable LED lamp driver solution (LED driver) comprising no bulky, unreliable components such as capacitors, coils or EMI filters. According to the company, unlike the few other companies announcing similar products, ALT’s target is to offer an ultra reliable "AC LED Light […]
Phihong USA has developed a new constant-current external LED driver for high power applications, including street and parking area lighting. Designated the PDA125 series, the 125W drivers are available in outputs of 700mA, 1050mA and 1400mA. This versatility, combined with a wide range of operating temperatures, makes the drivers well suited for high power lighting […]