New from Texas Instruments, the LMX2571 is a low-power, high-performance, wideband PLLatinum RF synthesizer that integrates a delta-sigma fractional N PLL, multiple core voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO), programmable output dividers and two output buffers. The VCO cores work up to 5.376GHz resulting in continuous output frequency range of 10MHz to 1344MHz.
Molex Ditto wire-to-wire interconnects and pre-assembled harnesses can halve the tooling and operational costs of plug-and-receptacle power systems enabling users to increase the cost savings and operational efficiency of low-current consumer and lighting applications.
Power Integrations’ LinkSwitch-4 CV/CC switcher simplifies low power CV/CC charger is designed by eliminating an optocoupler and secondary control circuitry. The LinkSwitch-4 uses adaptive BJT drive technology to boost switching performance and efficiency.
The expansion of its FP pushbutton series has been announced by APEM with a new 26mm snap-in version with metal clips. The FP26 offers the same lightweight construction as its predecessors and comes with a fully-illuminated option and in single and double-pole types.
Altera has announced the availability of the latest version of its Industrial Functional Safety Data Package (Ver. 3) for systems designers using Altera field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs). The safety pack provides TÜV Rheinland-certified toolflows, IP and devices including Cyclone V FPGAs, enabling faster time for market for industrial safety solutions to IEC 61508 up to Safety Integrity Level 3 (SIL3).
The StarterTRAK TRK S12VR WLFT reference design from Freescale Semiconductor is designed as a development platform for the Freescale S12 MagniV S12VR 16-bit microcontroller, the simple reference design targets power lift and relay-based DC Motor Control applications using few external components.
Power Integrations has announced a new reference design (DER-479) demonstrating an industrial power supply using the company’s LinkSwitch-4TM family of CV/CC primary-side regulated (PSR) switcher ICs with a 1200V bipolar junction transistor (BJT). The design supports 440 VAC line inputs and features three outputs which combine to provide up to 11W of highly-accurate constant-voltage DC power.
Maxim’s MAXM17503, Series high-efficiency DC-DC step-down power modules which integrate a number of devices in a low-profile, thermally efficient system-in-package (SiP). The modules combine a switching power supply controller, dual n-channel MOSFET power switches, fully-shielded inductor, and the compensation components all in a single package.
C&K’s illuminated tactile switch (ITS) series offers vertical and right-angle illuminated options for a wide range of applications. The switches are available in many different single LED colours and bi-colour options that are independent from the switching function.
Designed to protect data lines that may experience destructive electrostatic discharge (ESD), Littlefuse has introduced the miniature four-channel bidirectional SP1015 Series TVS diode array (SPA diodes).
The Lumileds LUXEON 5258 LED is engineered to serve as a single 4.8mm optical light source. The multi-die package LED provides precise beam control and high luminance from a single package. The SMD devices are available in 24V and 96V options for a variety of directional LED lighting applications.
Microchip announces two families of new high-speed A/D converters: the MCP37DX0-200 and MCP372X0-200 families. These families feature 12- and 14- bit pipelined A/D converters with a maximum sampling rate of 200 Mega samples per second (Msps). The 12- and 14-bit devices feature high performance of over 67 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) and over 96 dB Spurious Free Dynamic Range (SFDR).
Altera has unveiled its Spectra-Q engine, a new technology at the heart of the company’s proven Quartus II software, to accelerate design productivity and time-to-market for next-generation programmable devices.
The Plessey ALPS full-colour range of high-power high-efficacy LED’s in lensed 3535 packages. The domed lens and low thermal resistance packaging ensure high optical output, cool running and optimum reliability. Three different lens options are available for each colour type. Features include high optical output, high-reliability ceramic packaging, domed silicon lens, and 55-135 degree lens options.
The MX keymodule from Cherry has been designed to fulfil the demanding reliability requirements of computer and data input keyboards, gaming consoles and industrial control HMI systems. Key features include a high reliability long operating life mechanical switch with gold cross-point contacts and a fast and positive actuation. Standard options include integrated LED illumination, decoupling diode or wire bridge and a 4mm actuation travel.
The Texas Instruments (TI) UCC24630 SR is a high-performance controller and driver for N-channel MOSFET power devices used for secondary-side synchronous rectification. The combination of controller and MOSFET emulates a near-ideal diode rectifier.
Omron’s new G5RL U/K latching relays target movement control, smart meter, power line switching and PV inverters and similar applications. Latching relays are only energised while switching and use less power than non-latching designs in most applications.
Toshiba’s U-MOSIX-H low-voltage N-Channel enhancement-mode MOSFETs, the high-efficiency MOSFETs that are specifically designed for use in the secondary side of AC-DC power supplies. This includes notebook PC adapters, game consoles, servers, desktop PCs, flat-panel displays.
