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947Power ComponentsMaxim Announces New Adjustable Overvoltage Protectors
Maxim Integrated Products introduced the MAX14527/MAX14528 overvoltage protectors (OVPs) designed to protect low-voltage systems against voltage faults up to 28V. These devices...
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Digital Power
TI Expands 16- and 32-bit MCU Tools Portfolio For Energy Harvesting Applications, Digital Power Development
Texas Instruments Inc. (TI) announced three new tools for TMS320C2000™ 32-bit real-time microcontrollers (MCU) and one new tool for the 16-bit MSP430F5xx ultra-low power MCU series. Expanding TI’s controlCARD offering, the 32-bit C2000™-based Resonant dc-dc developer’s kit, renewable energy developer’s kit and peripheral explorer development kit are said to speed development and enhance functionality for […]
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Power Components
Fairchild Announces Over-Voltage Protection Device With USB/Charger-Detection For Portable Applications
Fairchild Semiconductor is offering designers of cell phones, mobile audio, computer and consumer applications a highly integrated over-voltage protection (OVP) with USB/charger-detection. The FAN3989 incorporates an on-board FET and features built-in automatic detection allowing the device to sense the presence of a USB charger, all in a single package. This integrated automatic detection feature is […]
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Power Components
Bourns Expands Line Of SMT Power Resistors With Smaller Footprint
Bourns, Inc. announced the company’s expanded line of Surface Mount Technology (SMT) power resistors that are said to offer excellent pulse protection, smaller footprint and simple series dropping functions, and to enable cost-effective automated assembly. Designated Bourns PWR2010, PWR3014, PWR4318 and PWR5322, the new SMT power resistors feature high power density, low temperature coefficient with […]
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Components
TI Introduces New Power-Distribution Switches To Handle Heavy Capacitive Loads & Guard Against Short-Circuits
Texas Instruments Inc. has introduced four new power-distribution switches that enable end equipment to handle heavy capacitive loads while preventing short-circuits in a variety of applications, such as USB ports/hubs, cell phones, laptops, flat panel TVs and set-top boxes. The new chips offer a programmable current-limit threshold from 75mA to 1.3A via an external resister […]
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Energy Efficiency
Raritan Adds New Data Center Energy Management Capabilities To Power IQ Software
To provide a more complete and accurate view of energy usage within the data center and branch offices, Raritan has introduced new reporting and analytics capabilities to its Power IQ™ Energy Management Software. Power IQ tracks and keeps a repository on all types of granular power information from multiple platforms to help IT and Operations […]
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Power Components
STMicro Reduces Size Of ESD Protection Diodes By Two-Thirds
STMicroelectronics announced a new series of ESD protection diodes that are said to be 67% smaller than previous-generation alternatives, and withstand the toughest IEC61000-4-2 ESD test pulse as well as deliver low clamping voltages that improve protection for modern, low-voltage ICs. The ESDALCxx-1U2 family, in the space-saving ST0201 package, has a footprint of 0.18mm². This […]
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Batteries and Portable Power
Saft & ABB Develop New High Voltage Li-ion Battery System To Enhance Stability Of Power Distribution Grids
Saft and ABB have developed what they describe as the world’s first high voltage lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery system designed to improve the stability of power distribution grids. The new system is said to combine dynamic energy storage provided by Saft’s 5.2kV battery, which will help respond to disruptions in the grid, with ABB’s SVC (Static […]
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954Power ComponentsLinear Tech Releases Hot Swap Controller With Onboard Power Monitoring & Fault Logging For Protection Of Dual Supplies
Linear Technology Corp. introduced the LTC4222 dual Hot Swap™ controller for protecting boards with multiple load supply voltages ranging from 2.9 to...
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1.1KPower ComponentsSemtech Releases New 2.5V 100A Protection Device
Semtech Corp. announced the TClamp™2502N, a 2.5V transient voltage suppressor (TVS) array rated to withstand 100A surges as commonly required on telecom...
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Components
Bourns Announces New TISP Surge Protector That Meets Enhanced European Test Requirements
Bourns, Inc. announced the availability of its new surge protector that exceeds current protection requirements for modems. Designated the TISP4310T3BJR-S, Bourns collaborated closely with modem manufacturer LSI Corp., formerly Agere Systems, to design a product that meets the more stringent European ITU-T K.21 enhanced standards without damaging the modem chipset. The new TISP® surge protector […]
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Automotive Electronics
Tyco Electronics Announces New Circuit Protection Devices For 24V Systems In Buses & Trucks
<bTyco Electronics introduced a new line of PolySwitch circuit protection devices for the automotive market. The AHEF family of devices helps provide resettable overcurrent protection for bus and truck wire harnesses utilizing 24V electrical systems. Key device parameters for the family of seven devices include hold-current ratings from 0.50 to 10A with a maximum fault-current […]
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1.1KComponentsLinear Tech Offers DC-DC Controller For Step-Down, Step-Up, Inverting & SEPIC Topologies
Linear Technology Corp. announced a new (MP) grade version of the LT3724, a 60V (65V(MAX)) low quiescent current (100µA) switching regulator dc-dc...
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1.1KPower ComponentsVishay Offers New 250mA LDO Voltage Regulator For Portable Electronics
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. extended its LDO product family portfolio with the release of the new SiP21110 250mA LDO voltage regulator. The device...
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1.1KPower ComponentsMaxim Releases Quad Hot-Swap Controller For 0 &ndash 16V Inputs
Maxim Integrated Products introduced the MAX5961, described as the industry’s highest-integration, quad hot-swap controller for 0 to 16V backplanes. This device allows...
