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Batteries and Portable Power
AnalogicTech Releases Charger IC for Portable Electronics
Advanced Analogic Technologies, Inc. (AnalogicTech™) introduced the AAT3698, a single input 1.6A linear charger with 28V input protection and 50mA low dropout (LDO) to manage the charging, sequencing and protection of Lithium (Li)-Ion and Lithium Polymer-powered portable devices. Targeting portable electronic devices including cellular phones, GPS navigation systems, portable media players and general hand-held consumer […]
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Batteries and Portable Power
Duracell Debuts Portable Universal Netbook AC Adapter
Duracell announced the launch of the new 40W Universal Netbook AC Adapter. In keeping with the Duracell Smart Power initiative, the adapter is designed to maximize power efficiency and portability, making it anl accessory well suited for today’s popular mini-computers. The demand for netbooks has exploded since first coming to market three years ago. In […]
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Batteries and Portable Power
Linear Tech Releases USB Compatible Power Manager & Charger for 1-Cell Lithium Iron Phosphate Batteries
Linear Technology Corp. introduced the LTC4098-3.6, an autonomous high efficiency power manager, ideal diode controller and battery charger for 1-cell Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries used in portable devices such as industrial meters, media players, digital cameras, PDAs, personal navigators, and especially high peak-power and safety critical equipment. The LTC4098-3.6’s switching topology features PowerPath™ control, […]
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Batteries and Portable Power
Duracell Smart Power Expands Compatibility for myGrid Charging Pad
Duracell Smart Power announced an expansion of its portfolio of personal power products with new myGrid™ kits that offer consumers the ability to charge the latest mobile devices. Recognizing the rapidly evolving needs of the modern consumer, Duracell now offers myGrid kits for Apple products, and smart phones with micro-USB ports. With the Duracell myGrid, […]
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Batteries and Portable Power
CNano Launches Carbon Nanotube Based Conductive Paste Products for Li-Ion Battery Applications
CNano Technology Ltd. (CNano) announced that it officially launched carbon nanotube based super conductive paste products for Lithium ion battery applications, and also introduced the products into the Japanese market. The super conductive paste is leveraging both physical and electrical properties of carbon nanotubes, and is used as the conductive additive for both Lithium ion […]
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1.6KBatteries and Portable PowerMean Well Announces New 160W AC-DC Battery Charger
After launching GC220 (218W) series, MEAN WELL further expanded their ac-dc battery charger line and introduced the GC160 series ~ 160W green...
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Batteries and Portable Power
Diodes Inc. Announces High-Voltage Dual-Input Li-Ion/Polymer Battery Charger
For a variety of handheld equipment requiring both USB and ac-dc power adapter charging inputs, Diodes Inc. has introduced the API9221 lithium ion/polymer battery charger IC. This dual-input IC enables USB host and dc adaptor connections, delivering charge currents in accordance with the USB standard or up to 1.2A, respectively. To ensure equipment can support […]
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Batteries and Portable Power
Summit Micro Offers Switch-Mode Battery Chargers with Programmable JEITA Support
Summit Microelectronics has expanded its third-generation programmable battery charger integrated circuit (IC) family for single-cell Li-Ion, Li-Polymer, and Li-FePO4 powered systems. According to the company, the SMB328A and SMB328B integrate the largest feature set in the industry, including compatibility with all relevant industry standards: USB 2.0 Specification, USB On-The-Go Supplement, JEITA Safety Guidelines, IEEE1725 Standard, […]
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Batteries and Portable Power
Hitachi Maxell to Introduce Li-ion Battery Using Silicon-based Anode Material
News reports reveal that Hitachi Maxell Ltd. will start shipping its lithium-ion (Li-ion) rechargeable battery using a silicon-based negative-electrode material in June 2010. As a first phase, prismatic cells will be released for smart phones. Hitachi has yet to disclose the names of customers or the capacities of the cells. Hitachi developed the nano-silicon composite […]
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Batteries and Portable Power
Maxim Battery-Charger IC Integrates Step-Down Controllers for Notebooks, UMPCs, MIDs, Other Portable Applications
Maxim Integrated Products introduced the MAX17085B, a highly integrated power solution that combines a multichemistry battery charger with dual Quick-PWM® step-down controllers. The company says this integration saves board space and reduces component cost by eliminating the need for separate ICs. The battery charger’s switching frequency is rated for operation up to 1.2MHz to allow […]
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Batteries and Portable Power
Saft Expands Super-Phosphate Product Range with High Energy Cell for Defense Applications
Saft introduced the VL 45E Fe high energy Super-Phosphate™, expanding its new range of high performance lithium iron phosphate cells. These large cells are designed for defense applications, such as U.S. Navy undersea operations. "In response to customer demand, Saft designed and developed Super-Phosphate technology to provide high energy batteries for use in applications with […]
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Batteries and Portable Power
Bergstrom & Johnson Controls-Saft Develop Lithium-ion Battery for NITE No-idle Systems
Bergstrom Inc. and Johnson Controls-Saft announced the development of a lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery for NITE® no-idle systems that the companies claim will improve power efficiency, result in longer run times and enhance the environmental benefits of its no-idle units. There are several key benefits of the Li-ion battery. At only 110 lbs., the Li-ion battery […]
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1.3KBatteries and Portable PowerFairchild LED Driver Offers 32 Dimming Steps for Greater Brightness Control in Portable Designs
Fairchild Semiconductor introduced the FAN5341; an LED driver solution that is said to improve brightness and resolution in portable designs, while offering...
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Batteries and Portable Power
Ventev Launches EcoCHARGE Wall Charger for Mobile Devices
Ventev® Innovations, a manufacturer of wireless, has launched the EcoCHARGE® wall charger – which the company describes as the most advanced, energy-efficient wall charger on the market. "The EcoCHARGE is a game changer in the mobile device charger market both on the energy conservation and innovation fronts," said Jeff Lime, Vice President of Ventev. "In […]
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Batteries and Portable Power
GE to Increase Availability of Global Wireless Network Coverage with New Backup Power System
GE Energy Storage Technologies, a unit of GE Transportation, introduced the Durathon™ battery, the next generation of industrial energy storage for the telecom industry. The Durathon battery can be used as a backup system for hybrid telecom sites where non-grid sources of power are utilized, as well as in traditional base stations that are powered […]
