Linear Technology Corp. announced the H- and MP-grade versions of the LTC3787. This high power two-phase single output synchronous step-up dc-dc controller replaces the boost diodes with high efficiency N-channel MOSFETs, eliminating the heat sink typically required in medium to high power boost converters. The LTC3787 can produce a 24V at 10A output from a […]
Renesas Electronics Corp. announced the availability of a long-creepage-distance photocoupler, the PS9905, for inverters in applications such as industrial equipment employing the maximum commercial power supply voltage of 690V or solar power generation systems employing high voltages up to 1,000V. The new PS9905 device is a photocoupler (compound semiconductor) with an external creepage distance of […]
National Instruments (NI) announced the LabVIEW Electrical Power Suite, a new toolkit specific to the power industry. With this toolkit, engineers can combine an NI CompactRIO system for power measurement with over 50 signal and sensor modules. "In the rapidly changing landscape of electrical power, traditional measurement hardware either offers limited functionality or requires a […]
Total and its affiliate SunPower, a Silicon Valley-based manufacturer of high efficiency solar cells, solar panels and solar systems, today announced the commissioning of a new photovoltaic solar panel manufacturing and assembly plant in the De Vernejoul industrial park in Porcelette, Eastern France. The 3,300-square-meter plant is equipped with a 44 MWp production line and […]
Thermotron announced its intuitive 8800 programmer controller, which meets the synchronized testing needs of IEC solar tests. The 8800 fully controls and records up to 20 power supplies for biasing modules during temperature and humidity testing. The 8800 automatically turns power supplies on and off during a test at a desired temperature humidity condition as […]
Mitsubishi Electric Corp. announced it has developed a prototype forced-air-cooled three-phase 400V output inverter with all-silicon carbide (SiC) power modules that has a power density of 50kVA per liter. The inverter is expected to contribute to smaller and lighter power-electronics equipment in automotive and industrial applications, among others. The module, which is rated at 1,200V/300A, […]
BlackLight Power, Inc. (BLP) announced a major breakthrough in clean energy technology, which experts agree holds tremendous promise for a wide range of commercial applications. The announcement comes on the heels of BlackLight’s recent completion of a $5 million round of financing to support commercial development of its new process for producing affordable, reliable energy […]
Ideal Power Converters (IPC) announced that its light-weight 30kW photovoltaic (PV) inverter, IPV-30kW-480, conforms to the UL standard 1741 and is included on the California Energy Commission (CEC) list of approved PV inverter products. Inclusion on the CEC list allows the IPC product to be installed in California and across the United States. IPC completed […]
Eaton Corp. and electrical equipment supplier Cooper Industries plc announced they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Eaton will acquire Cooper in a transaction that will significantly increase the capabilities and geographic breadth of the combined company’s power management portfolio and electrical business. At the close of the transaction, which is expected in […]
Midtronics Inc. has announced the completion of initial field-testing for the GRX-5100 Hybrid/EV Battery Station. According to Midtronics, this is the first high-voltage Hybrid/EV vehicle battery service and de-power tool for various hybrid and electric vehicles. The GRX-5100 safely de-powers high-voltage batteries and also enables service for the battery system at the module level, reducing […]
ON Semiconductor has expanded its operations located in Roznov with the opening of a new 4,000 square meter state-of-the-art research and design (R&D) facility. The center, located on the company’s Roznov campus, is focused on the development of energy efficient power solutions for use in televisions, notebook computers, battery chargers, white goods, and LED lighting […]
Linear Technology Corp. announced the LT8610, a 2.5A, 42V input capable synchronous step-down switching regulator. Synchronous rectification delivers efficiency as high as 96% while Burst Mode® operation keeps quiescent current under 2.5µA in no-load standby conditions. The LT8610’s 3.4 to 42V input voltage range makes it ideal for automotive and industrial applications. Its internal 3.5A […]
Torex Semiconductor has unveiled the next evolution in its Micro-dc-dc family. The XCL201/202 uses the same innovative construction technique as the original XCL205/06 series, whereby a synchronous dc-dc converter IC is embedded within a fully-shielded thin-film power inductor. The simplicity of the XCL construction means that it’s also inexpensive to produce, which makes the XCL20x […]
ICE Components, Inc. announced two new current sense transformers. ICE’s CT07 and CT08 current sense transformers use a nanocrystalline core to increase the current rating and frequency range over similarly sized CT’s. ICE’s CT07 and CT08 offers many advantages over CT’s presently used in ac-dc converters, motor drives, power supplies for telecom applications and power […]
The EMerge Alliance – an open industry association leading the rapid adoption of safe dc power distribution standards for commercial buildings – announced the formation of a new Campus Microgrid Technical Standards Committee at the American Institute of Architects (AIA) 2012 National Convention and Design Exposition. Chaired by Guy AlLee, of Intel’s Energy Research and […]