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2021-06 Power Microchip Technology

[Jun 10 2021] With Microchip's new Power Transfer Software Framework (PSF), designers can now modify and own IP in their USB-C power transfer systems. By combining their proprietary code with Microchip's full-featured PD stack, designers have the flexibility to create differentiated products while choosing from a variety of Microchip SmartHub, MCU, and stand-alone PD solutions for their USB systems. USB Type-C ...

2021-06 Sensors Semtech

[Jun 9 2021] ScioSense has announced the introduction of its new low-power ultrasonic flow sensor, the AS6040. The device is optimized for gas meters, easily integrated into system designs, and compatible with virtually all host microcontrollers. The sensor is also suitable for water flow measurement applications. The introduction of the AS6040 provides users with a new and easier way to take full advantage o ...

2021-06 Power Renesas Electronics America

[Jun 9 2021] Renesas Electronics has expanded its partnership with Qualcomm, a leading provider of wireless technology, to provide 30W wireless charging for mid-range smartphones powered by the latest Qualcomm SnapdragonTM 780G 5G mobile platform. This is the second collaboration between the two companies for reference designs for high-power wirelessly charging smartphones. The first collaborative solution de ...

2021-06 Semiconductors Power Integrations

[Jun 8 2021] Power Integrations, a well-known company in the field of energy-efficient power conversion for high voltage integrated circuits, introduces the HiperPFS-4 Power factor correction (PFC) controller IC with Qspeed™ Low Reverse Recovery charge (Qrr) boost diode. The combination delivers more than 98% full load efficiency for PCS, TVS and similar applications ranging from 75W to 400W. Edward Ong, Prod ...

2021-06 Passive Components Bourns

[Jun 8 2021] Bourns has announced several new thick film chip resistor array model families compliant with the AEC-Q200 standard. Bourns designed new surface-mount models CATxxA-LF, CAYxxA-LF and CAYxxA-AS series to help increase available board space and reduce costs. Providing long-life protection against many sulfur-containing environments, the CAYxxA-AS series is Bourns' first chip array to meet both the ...

2021-06 Connectors DLP Design Inc.

[Jun 7 2021] DELO presents a highly temperature-stable adhesive, DELO MONOPOX HT2999, with a strength of 20 MPa at 180 °C. This means it is four times stronger than its predecessor. This product is mainly developed for the needs of the automotive industry and mechanical engineering. Electric motors and power electronic equipment have high requirements for the temperature resistance of adhesives. The performan ...

2021-06 Connectors Renesas Electronics America

[Jun 7 2021] Renesas Electronics, a global provider of semiconductor solutions, announced the launch of the 16-bit universal RL78/G23 microcontroller (MCU) and the start of mass production, a move that will further strengthen Renesas' competitiveness in 8 - and 16-bit RL78 MCUS for a wide range of applications. The RL78/G23 is compatible with Renesas' current general-purpose RL78 MCUS, such as the RL78/G13, w ...

2021-06 Connectors Knowles

[Jun 6 2021] Knowles announced the launch of two new SiSonic MEMS microphones for automotive applications: SPH1878 and SPH9855. These two MEMS microphones are designed to meet the automotive market's growing demand for hands-free calling, advanced voice assistance, and in-car noise cancellation for increased ride comfort. The introduction of these two MEMS microphones marks Knowles' further expansion into the ...

2021-06 Power Flex Power Modules

[Jun 6 2021] Flex Power Modules has announced the BMR685, a half-brick packaged digital DC/DC converter for radio frequency (RF) power amplifiers that delivers up to 1300W of continuous output power. The BMR685 is supplied in the industry standard half-brick form with dimensions of 61.0mm×57.9mm×12.7mm (2.4in×2.28in×0.5in) and complies with safety requirements such as IEC/EN/UL 62368-1. As telecommunications ...

2021-06 Connectors STMicroelectronics

[Jun 5 2021] STMicroelectronics introduces the L6981 Synchronous Buck Regulator to expand the range of energy efficient power converters with monolithic integrated power components, feedback circuits and safety features to simplify power supply design. The L6981 converter has A rated maximum output current of 1.5A and a typical conversion efficiency of 90% at full load. It is available in two models, respecti ...

2021-06 Connectors TE Connectivity

[Jun 5 2021] TE Con nectivity, a leading global supplier of connections and sensors, has released VPX stack connectors that comply with the VITA 46 size standard. The connector system allows users to connect backplanes with cables or insert cards for robust embedded computing applications. Stack connectors have been carefully designed for use in the following environments: Small, lightweight and robust connec ...

2021-06 Power XP Power

[Jun 4 2021] XP Power announces new low-profile, half-brick, baseboard-cooled AC-DC power supplies that operate without external circuitry or comply with EMC standards. The new ASB75 series module offers an ultra-compact, fanless baseboard cooling model for information technology equipment (ITE), Internet of Things (IoT), general industrial and harsh or rugged applications. This AC-DC power supply delivers up ...