Power Integrations Inc. (Sunnyvale, CA) introduced its patented TOPSwitch-FX family, expanding its offerings of power conversion ICs. TOPSwitch-FX offers engineers flexibility to design highly integrated power supplies. In addition, it incorporates the company's energy-saving EcoSmart technology to help engineers meet the growing need for environmentally friendly power solutions. The devices deliver up to 75W of […]
Vicor Corp. (Andover, MA) recently announced the availability of a new low-operating temperature grade, the M-Grade that is designed for military environments, for use on all second-generation dc/dc converters. According to Vicor, the baseplate operating temperature range of -55 degrees to +100 degrees C improves the suitability of these converters for commercial off-the-shelf applications. The […]
Elgar (San Diego, CA) recently introduced the CW Series of continuous wave programmable ac power sources. The new models will be available in power ratings of 800VA, 1,250VA or 2,500VA. The single-phase output frequency ranges from 45Hz to 500Hz, while the switchable output voltage ranges are 0Vrms to 135Vrms with a maximum current of 9.26ARMS […]
Fairchild Semiconductor Corp. (Sunnyvale, CA) recently announced the development of a 12V power-supply solution for modern motherboard architectures, the RC5052. The RC5052 is a single-phase synchronous-mode dc/dc controller. The controller is designed to provide highly accurate, user-programmable output voltage for high- and low-end PCs along with low-end work stations. According to Fairchild, the RC5052 features […]
Philips Semiconductors (Sunnyvale, CA), an affiliate of Royal Philips Electronics, recently announced a chip-scale package version, Flip Chip, of the TEA1207 low-cost dc/dc converter (IC). This device is designed to address the growing demand for smaller case sizes with the smart mobile consumer product market for applications such as mobile and cordless telephones, PDAs, and […]
Micrel Semiconductor (San Jose, CA) has debuted the MIC2142, a micropower boost regulator IC capable of driving white LEDs and providing LCD bias. Intended for use in cellular phones and PDA applications, the new MIC2142 is housed in Micrel's IttyBitty SOT23-5 packaging. It requires three external components, and has a 2.2V to 16V input voltage […]
Dallas Semiconductor (Dallas, TX) is introducing the new DS1680 portable system controller for touch-screen applications. The company claims that this device is the first IC to combine touch-screen control with complete power and processor monitoring and control, as well as a system real-time clock. The product, available for 3.3V and 5V supplies, is designed for […]
Delta Computer Systems Inc. (Vancouver, WA) announced their new RMC family of motion control modules designed for OEM machine builders for automating, converting or upgrading production line automation systems. The new modules provide motion and pressure control for machinery. They feature a Q1 module, providing a quadrature encoder interface for control of motors and linear […]
Taiyo Yuden (USA) Inc. (San Marcos, CA), formerly Xentek Power Systems, introduced the PFC-600, a line of compact, modular switch-mode power supplies. The power supplies are rated at 600W total continuous power at operating temperatures of 0 degrees to 50 degrees C. According to Taiyo Yuden, the unit corrects the input current waveform to better […]
Lambda Electronics Inc. (Melville, NY) recently announced that is has broadened its DT Series of rugged, low-profile, external desktop power supplies with the new 60W quad-output DT70PW401 model featuring outputs of +5V, +/-12V and 5Vsb. According to Lambda, the DT Series is designed for the manufacturers of computer peripherals, portable test equipment and other devices […]
Artesyn Technologies Inc. (Boca Raton, FL) recently added the BXB150-24V to the BXB family of standard, half-brick dc/dc converters. According to Artesyn, the BXB150-24V extends the output current capability of the 24V input series to 30A. Artesyn claims the BXB150-24V combines proven technology and high-reliability in a design suited to wireless, telecom and industrial systems […]
Texas Instruments (Dallas, TX) recently announced a new Unitrode PWM controller, the UCC3895. According to the company, the device is designed to...
Advanced Power Technology (Bend, OR) recently announced a new RF MOSFET optimized for high-power Class C, D and E operation from 1mHz to 120mHz. According to the company, the ARF450 is a matched pair of RF power MOSFETs in a common source configuration. It is designed for push-pull or parallel operation in scientific, commercial, medical […]
Texas Instruments (Dallas, TX) recently introduced the TPS23xx, a new family of power controllers supporting the live insertion, or hot-swapping, of circuit...
Fairchild Semiconductor Corp. (Sunnyvale, CA) recently announced its new line of high-voltage PowerTrench MOSFETs. The new MOSFETs extend the PowerTrench line to...