Technology Articles

2017-02 Passive Components Bourns

[Feb 15 2017] Bourns, a global leader in the manufacture of electronic components, has introduced a new set of small double circuit breaker (TCO) devices - a new model of the AA series that offers the highest current capacity compared to comparable devices and meets today's demands for greater capacity lithium-ion (Li-Ion) cell protection. The new model AA series is capable of carrying 14 amps at 60 °C, provid ...

2017-02 Semiconductors Cypress Semiconductor

[Feb 14 2017] AgigA Tech, a subsidiary of Cypress Semiconductor Corporation and a leading provider of high-speed, high-capacity and battery-free non-volatile memory solutions, announced the official release of its JEDEC-compliant AGIGARAM DDR4 NVDIMM-N series solutions. This solution, along with AgigA's industry-leading legacy DDR4 NVDIMM products that have been in production since before the JEDEC standard, I ...

2017-02 Power Power Integrations

[Feb 13 2017] An industry leader in high-voltage integrated circuits dedicated to energy-efficient power conversion introduces the LinkSwitch™-XT2 series of off-line low-power converter ics that offer high precision, high efficiency and outstanding no-load performance. The LinkSwitch-XT2 IC is suitable for isolated and non-isolated flyback applications that require precise adjustment of output voltage and outp ...

2017-02 Power STMicroelectronics

[Feb 12 2017] With instantly available mobile payment solutions, mobile payment is likely to become a mainstream application on wearable devices such as smartwatches. STMicroelectronics, a leading global semiconductor supplier across multiple electronic applications, provides the secure hardware technology for this one-stop payment solution. STMicroelectronics, in collaboration with software vendors G&D and Fi ...

2017-02 Power 4D Systems Pty Ltd

[Feb 11 2017] Charging and battery management remain key features for smartphones, and innovations will continue for years to come. Improvements in wired and wireless charging have the potential to greatly expand the use of portable products, and we are constantly pushing the limits of this capability. Charging systems require power supply products (such as wall adapters) or wireless charging transmitters and ...

2017-02 Semiconductors Cypress Semiconductor

[Feb 10 2017] Cypress Semiconductor has announced the world's first complete USB-C to HDMI connectivity solution without an adapter or converter. The solution, based on the Cypress EZ-PD™USB-C controller, enables next-generation laptops, smartphones, tablets, digital cameras and other HDMI source devices equipped with USB-C connectors to connect directly to HDMI display devices, including HD and 4K TVS, using ...

2017-02 Sensors STMicroelectronics

[Feb 10 2017] STMicroelectronics helps social fitness enthusiasts stay active by introducing innovative smart sensors that allow always-on tracking apps to run longer and more accurately record users' progress in their workouts. STMicroelectronics LIS2DS12 3-axis "ultramicro" accelerometer, LSM6DSL/M 6-axis inertial sensor module and the new LSM303AH electronic compass allow applications to continuously track ...

2017-02 Connectors Toshiba Semiconductor and Storage

[Feb 9 2017] Toshiba's Storage and Electronic Component Solutions company announced the launch of the 1.3A output current CMOS Low Voltage Difference (LDO) regulator TCR13AGADJ in an industry-leading compact package for power supplies for mobile devices. The new regulator comes in a WCSP6F package with a size of only 0.8mm x 1.2mm and a thickness of 0.33mm(maximum). The TCR13AGADJ is an LDO regulator that can ...

2017-02 Power Toshiba Semiconductor and Storage

[Feb 9 2017] Toshiba Corporation has announced the development of an on-chip single inductance Multiple Output (SIMO) direct current (DC-DC) converter for Internet of Things (IoT) devices powered by button-down lithium-ion batteries. The new converters will not only achieve 65-86% efficiency in the load range from 1μW to 50mW, which is more than 100 times the breadth of traditional SIMO DC converters, but wil ...

2017-02 Passive Components Vishay

[Feb 8 2017] Vishay Intertechnology has announced the introduction of new automotive grade inductors in 2525, 3232 and 4040 form factors, expanding the range of applications of the IHLE series of ultra-thin, high-current inductors. The inductor has an integrated electric field shield to reduce EMI. With the Vishay Dale IHLE-2525CD-5A, IHLE-3232DD-5A, and IHLE-4040DD-5A, the system does not require separate bo ...

2017-02 Connectors Renesas Electronics America

[Feb 8 2017] Renesas Electronics Corporation announced the launch of four new RH850/P1L-C series microcontrollers (MCUS). The RH850/P1L-C series chips are designed for chassis and safety systems such as ABS anti-lock brakes, airbag systems, and compact motor control systems. The RH850/P1L-C is at the lower end of the RH850/P1x-C family of safety MCUS, providing a one-stop solution to advanced driver assistanc ...

2017-02 Sensors STMicroelectronics

[Feb 7 2017] STMicroelectronics' 13.5mm x 13.5mm SensorTile is the smallest fully functional sensor module in its class today, with built-in MEMS accelerometer, gyroscope, pressure sensor and MEMS microphone, as well as the STM32L4 low power microcontroller. Sensing and connected control for wearables, gaming accessories, smart home devices or iot hardware. The SensorTile module has a fully functional Bluetoo ...