Thinking Electronic Ind. Co. Ltd. (Taiwan) introduced the WPPB Series of resettable PTC thermistors, which are ceramic devices for low-voltage circuit-protection applications. The WPPB Series consists of eight models that feature a 0 to 60 degrees C operating temperature range. Resistance values are from 1.4 ohms to 4.7 ohms, with a tolerance of ±20 percent. […]
Aimtron Technology Corp. (Taiwan) announced its new AT1380 Series single-channel, switching regulator ICs, which are designed for use in low-voltage applications, including power sources for battery-powered equipment, cameras, camcorders, and VCRs, as well as in PDAs and hand-held communications products. The ICs feature a built-in error amplifier gain that minimizes peripheral components, and incorporates soft-start […]
Gatax Technology Co. Ltd. (Taiwan) introduced the new GA0D0G32 triple-band power amplifier module designed for use in triple-band (GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900) mobile phones. The amplifier comes in a 16-pin surface-mount package, measuring 11.6mm x 9.1mm x 1.7mm. The GA0D0G32 incorporates an internal circuit for 50-ohm I/O matching. It operates via a supply voltage ranging from […]
Shiny Space Ent. Co. Ltd. (Taiwan) announced the new SSM Series of multilayer ceramic capacitors exhibiting high capacitance in a miniature size....
Beijing Dongguang Microelectronics Co. Ltd. (China) announced its new DG1842/43/44/45 single-end, isolated PWM controllers, which offer a complete solution for isolating dc/dc fixed-frequency control circuits. The DG1842 and DG1844 feature threshold values of 16V (on) and 10V (off). The duty ratio is about 100 percent for the DG1842 and DG1843, while it is up to […]
Supertex Inc. (Taiwan) announced the new HV301LG hot-swap controller IC. The HV301LG provides complete control of the power supply connection for systems that are always powered on, but require insertion or removal of cards or modules without power disturbance. The auto-retry feature allows systems to clear simple faults, while continuing to protect the system from […]
JARO Components Inc. (Boca Raton, FL) announced a new technologically advanced 2W RM Series (carbon-ceramic) resistor that replaces 1W and 2W carbon composition resistors. These new compact resistors are claimed to offer enhanced surge performance over other resistor types, and provide improved environmental stability in circuitry subjected to high peak power or high energy. Under […]
BI Technologies' (Fullerton, CA) Magnetic Components Division has expanded a current-sense transformer featuring optimal performance at 250kHz and above. Designated the HM33...
STMicroelectronics (Geneva, Switzerland) and Delphi Automotive Systems (ST, Troy, MI) announced their intention to cooperate on the design and development of new smart power IC products for automotive applications. The companies signed a joint agreement to build on their previous relationship and strengthen ST's commitment to the automotive market. The ICs from the joint development […]
National Semiconductor Corp. (Santa Clara, CA) introduced a new linear regulator capable of regulating ultra-low output voltages between 0.9V and 1.2V. Claimed...
Maxim Integrated Products Inc. (Sunnyvale, CA) reported net revenues of $239.4 million for its fiscal first quarter ending September 29, 2001, a 43.3 percent decrease from the $422.3 million reported for the first quarter of fiscal 2001, and a 24.7 percent decrease from the $318.1 million reported for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2001. Net […]
IRC Inc.'s (Corpus Christi, TX) Advanced Film Division recently developed a jumper with extremely low resistance, inductance ratings less than 0.2nH, and...
Pulse Engineering (San Diego, CA) introduced its new series of low-profile, highly efficient 30W planar transformers, which are a size and weight reduction of up to 60 percent in dc power supplies or in discrete power supply systems, according to the company. Primary applications for the new transformer series include telecom power systems, industrial control […]
IRC Inc.'s (Corpus Christi, TX) Advanced Film Division introduced a surface-mount chip version of its platinum film resistive temperature sensors for automotive,...
BI Technologies' (Fullerton, CA) Magnetic Components Division introduced a high-performance, low-profile, surface-mount inductor with a closed magnetic circuit design for high-density PC...