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Vishay's New VSA101 Ultra-High-Precision Axial Z-Foil Resistor

Ionela — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:28:26 +0200

To meet the demand for ultra-high-precision resistors in high-reliability applications, Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. introduces the new VSA101 axial Bulk Metal Z-Foil resistor. The new device provides a low absolute TCR of ±0.05 ppm/°C from 0 °C to +60 °C and ±0.2 ppm/°C from −55 °C to +125 °C, +25 °C ref., an excellent PCR (“ΔR due to self heating”) of ±5 ppm at rated power, a tolerance of ±0.005 %, and a load life stability of ±0.005 %.

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Design costs for portable display electronics drop with TI's lowest cost digital media processor

Ionela — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:23:33 +0200

Developers no longer need to worry about incurring increasing costs typically associated with adding more advanced, feature-rich user interfaces on electronic devices. TI announced its lowest-cost digital media processor, the TMS320DM335 device, for applications driven by advanced image capture and display requirements. Consumers will now be able to have enhanced interaction with their electronic devices such as Internet radio, e-books, video surveillance products and digital telescopes through feature-rich graphical user interfaces (GUIs).

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TI's highly integrated 2.4-GHz RF front end extends range in low-power wireless systems by up to 15 times

Ionela — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:20:11 +0200

Texas Instruments Incorporated introduced the industry's highest integrated 2.4-GHz radio frequency (RF) front end for low-power and low-voltage wireless applications. The CC2591 increases the range (link budget) in wireless systems by integrating a power amplifier for increased output power of 22 dBm and a low-noise amplifier for improved receiver sensitivity of 6 dB.

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Industry's highest voltage (125V), 3A, half-bridge MOSFET drivers are pin compatible with HIP2100IB/HIP2101IB

Ionela — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:15:01 +0200

Maxim Integrated introduces the MAX15018/MAX15019 high-voltage, high-speed MOSFET drivers for high- and low-side n-channel MOSFETs. These devices feature a high-side (HS) pin that allows input voltages up to 125V, versus the 105V rating of competitive products. Pin compatible with the industry-standard HIP2100IB and HIP2101IB, the MAX15018/MAX15019 are the best choice for ensuring sufficient safety margin in telecom power supplies that must withstand 100V or higher transient voltages.

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Quick-PWM controller provides a complete solution for DDR, DDR2, and DDR3 memory

Ionela — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:13:09 +0200

Maxim Integrated introduces the MAX17000 Quick-PWM, step-down controller for DDR, DDR2, and DDR3 memory in notebook computers. This single-chip solution saves valuable board space by integrating a step-down controller, source/sink linear regulator, and reference buffer, thus enabling it to generate all required VDDQ, VTT, and VTTR rails.

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LTC2631: 12-Bit/10-Bit/8-Bit I2C and SPI DAC Families with Integrated Reference in Tiny TSOT-23 Packages

Ionela — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:10:23 +0200

Linear Technology introduces the LTC2631, a family of pin- and software-compatible 12-bit, 10-bit and 8-bit DACs in a tiny TSOT-23 package, making it the smallest I2C DAC family with an internal reference on the market today. DACs in such small packages are ideal for fine tuning bias voltages in applications such as optical networking and RFID systems. The LTC2631 makes the integrated 10ppm/°C reference output available to drive the reference inputs for all other data converters on the board, while maintaining good stability over temperature.

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NEW IDC CONNECTOR SERIES FROM AVX SIMPLIFIES MASS ASSEMBLY

Ionela — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 13:34:12 +0200

AVX Corporation has developed a series of 9177 insulated displacement connectors (IDCs) that can handle up to 15A and are rated for use at up to 650V, making them ideal for applications such as high voltage inverters in the lighting industry and other high-performance industrial equipment. Available as a single contact version for separate power handling or two-way and three-way configurations, 9177 Series connectors offer the user flexibility of placement on the PCB for single or multiple wires.

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Atmel Introduces a Family of AVR Microcontrollers for Automotive LIN Networking Applications

Ionela — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 13:28:11 +0200

Atmel Corporation, announced the availability of a new family of AVR 8-bit microcontrollers for LIN Automotive networking applications. The ATtiny167 is the first device and is optimized to LIN slave applications. It will be qualified to AECQ-100 grade 0 and sustain ambient temperatures of up to 150 degrees Celsius. Combined with a LIN transceiver such as ATA662x or ATA666x it brings a complete solution for sensors in a gearbox, exhaust gas system, pumps or turbo.

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TI battery charger achieves faster, cooler charging in mobile phones, portable electronics

Ionela — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 10:28:26 +0200

Texas Instruments introduced a 3-MHz, switch-mode battery charge management integrated circuit for portable electronics that can be charged from an adaptor or a USB port. The tiny 2 mm x 2 mm switching charger, the bq24150, significantly improves charge time, reduces power dissipation and cuts board space in half compared to typical implementation with linear chargers.

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STMicroelectronics Introduces 250A Power MOSFET Combining Package and Process Advances for Higher Motor-Drive Efficiency

Ionela — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 10:25:19 +0200

Taking aim at reduced operating costs and lowering the environmental footprint in applications such as electric vehicles, STMicroelectronics, a world leader in power applications, has introduced a 250A surface-mount power MOSFET with the lowest on-resistance in the market, to minimize energy conversion losses and enable higher performance.

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