International Rectifier (IR, El Segundo, CA) introduced iPOWIR technology, which the company claims is a completely new way to design on-board dc/dc...
Advance-Galatrek (UK) has launched a new range of dc power supplies. The company claims that its latest models in the PowerPak range offer modular expansion, ease of maintenance and remote management and control capabilities. Each model within the PowerPak range is capable of exceeding demands for telecom-grade dc power throughout 24/7 networks, with system architecture […]
Powerline (UK) is now offering the ETA BW Series, a range of open-frame switch-mode power supplies with output ratings up to 50W. The new units are designed to provide a high-efficiency — up to 87 percent — supply in applications ranging from office equipment to industrial control. The series has a universal input range from […]
Lambda (UK) has introduced a new single-output version of its 1,000W Alpha. Three configurations are available, delivering a choice of 40A at 24V, 83A at 12V or 200A at 5V. The single-output can be tailored to exactly match the user's output voltage requirement via a multi-turn potentiometer with an accuracy to within one percent. Load […]
PowerStream Technology (Orem, UT) has developed a new line of OEM battery chargers for sealed lead-acid batteries that are used in electric bikes and scooters. The new series PST-0321 chargers will charge 12Vdc or 24Vdc batteries, with currents of 1A, 2A or 3A. Charging is typically six to eight hours, dependent on the characteristics of […]
Solid State Supplies (UK) has debuted the MUR range of ultrafast rectifiers. The series is designed to provide optimized performance of forward voltage drop with a reverse recovery time of 25ns. Intended for use in the output rectification stage of SMPS, UPS and dc/dc converters, as well as freewheeling diodes in low-voltage inverters and chopper […]
Vicor (Andover, MA) announced the introduction of the VIPAC family of power solutions, which the company claims offers configuration flexibility, high power density and fast time to market. The VIPAC family's modular construction combines pre-assembled and tested front-ends with one or more of Vicor's second generation dc/dc converters on a choice of platforms. The modular […]
The applied power conversion division of Technology Dynamics (Bergenfield, NJ) has introduced the TCP-1KW PFC series switcher, which provides 1,000W with power-factor correction at a 24V or 48V output for telecom, computer, process control, medical and networking applications. Features include line regulation of 0.3 percent; load regulation of 2 percent; a 10 percent voltage-adjustment range; […]
Taiyo Yuden Inc.'s (San Marcos, CA) power systems group announces the Model LS650, an ultra-compact cold-cathode fluorescent tube (CCFT) inverter for brightness...
di/dt Inc. (Carlsbad, CA), which recently launched the Q Series of quarter-brick dc/dc converters, has already updated the current rating for the devices. The converters are now rated 35A and 25A, depending on the version. Claimed to be the first surface-mount converters in the quarter-brick format, these converters weigh only 27g and measure 2.3" x […]
ON Semiconductor (Phoenix, AZ) announced the availability of a dc/dc converter that they claim extends battery usage in portable equipment powered by one or two battery packs. With an efficiency rating of 85 percent, the new NCP1402 micropower Power Factor Modulator (PFM) step-up dc/dc converter has an output voltage of 1.9V. Available in a low […]
di/dt Inc. (Carlsbad, CA) recently launched the Q Series, a comprehensive portfolio of next-generation open-frame 24V- and 48V-input quarter-brick dc/dc converters for...
Tyco Electronics Power Systems (Mesquite, TX) announced a new Galaxy Power System, the GPS4812, which is suitable for use in -48Vdc applications. The GPS4812 provides power ranging from 100A to 400A in a half-height cabinet for mounting on top of VRLA batteries, up to 800A in a full-height single cabinet, or up to 1,200A in […]
Matsushita Battery Co. Ltd. (Tokyo, Japan) has developed a rechargeable coin-shaped lithium-ion battery for high-current discharge. The company plans to begin volume production of the new battery, the CGL3032, in October 2001, planning 500,000 units monthly. It will be used a power source for wrist-worn GPS, compact portable terminals and card-type information tools. The external […]
International Power Sources Inc. (IPS, Holliston, MA) recently announced their new line of enclosed ac/dc power supplies, the HUP80 Series, which have...