Transistor Devices Inc. (TDI) introduced a compact power and control center providing what is described as reliable 48V power, rated up to 1,200W. Occupying only three standard rack units of height, it provides three hot-plug 400W rectifiers that convert 90-264V ac into dc suitable for battery charging and float. Power distribution is provided through fifteen […]
EaglePicher Technologies, LLC announced that its Medical Power group has introduced two new implantable medical batteries. The two batteries, aimed at the implantable monitor market, are said to provide high energy density and low entry cost. Typical applications include implantable cardiac and glucose monitors. The two Lithium Thionyl chloride cells, available in 350 and 750mAh […]
Cymbet Corp. announced that its new EnerChip™ family of thin-film battery devices, which the company says offers something truly unique in battery...
Emerson Network Power has released a new 480V power distribution model that is said to allow for a more efficient solution. The compact, rack-sized Liebert FDC remote power distribution cabinet brings power distribution closer to the load, blending physically and cosmetically with rack equipment, while offering the distribution capabilities of a much larger unit. The […]
Unipower Europe announced its RW Series of wall-mount rectifier systems designed as an alternative to rack mount units for powering a wide...
Linear Technology Corp. introduced the LTC4098, an autonomous high efficiency power manager, ideal diode controller and battery charger for portable USB powered...
Phihong USA has introduced a 4-port Gigabit Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) midspan for high-power applications. Designated the POE125U-4HP, the midspan provides up to 36W...
PureSpectrum, Inc. announced that it has developed an electronic ballast circuitry design which enables Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFL) to be fully dimmable using a standard dimming device. "This technology addresses a serious issue consumers have had with CFL bulbs, because this kind of functionality is not currently available for CFL bulbs," said PureSpectrum President and […]
Deeya Energy Inc., a clean energy technology company focused on developing and manufacturing novel energy storage systems, has received a $15 million Series B round investment, led by New Enterprise Associates (NEA) and including funds from existing investors BlueRun Ventures, Draper Fisher Jurvetson (DFJ) and DFJ Element, to support the construction of its factory in […]
Advanced Analogic Technologies Inc. (AnalogicTech) announced the AAT3663, the first in a family of new 1A linear battery charger ICs capable of...
Microchip Technology Inc. announced the MCP73837 and MCP73838 dual-input, high-current Li-Ion/Polymer charge-management controllers with automatic USB or ac adapter power-source selection. The...
Valence Technology, Inc. unveiled what the company describes as the next era of large-format, lithium-ion battery technology. Branded Epoch™, Valence believes its new generation of phosphate-based lithium-ion battery systems will move the electric vehicle industry one step closer to finding a battery solution that is safe, intelligent, lasts longer and weighs less than technologies currently […]
Diodes Inc. announced the release of its AP2280 single channel smart load switch. The AP2280 supports high-side load current switching up to 2A in 1.8 to 5V systems and is targeted for use in sophisticated electronic devices such as notebook PCs, Bluetooth headsets, mobile and smart phones, portable GPS navigation devices, portable audio players and […]
Pepperl+Fuchs introduced the FieldConnex® High Density (HiD) Power Hub – a compact 360mA complement to their existing 500mA FieldConnex Power Hub. The...
Emerson Network Power has launched a 720W power factor correction (PFC) module that has a 2.4 x 3.5" footprint and a mounting...