Siemens Digital Industries Software has announced the latest advancement in its electronic systems design portfolio. The new release integrates Xpedition software, Hyperlynx software, and PADS Professional software into a unified user experience with cloud connectivity and AI capabilities to advance innovation in electronic systems design. The electronic systems design industry faces challenges including engineering talent shortages,…
Siemens, CELUS add AI to PCB design for small, midsize companies
Siemens Digital Industries Software announced their collaboration to transform the PCB design landscape for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and independent engineers. This collaboration combines Siemens’ industry-leading PCB design expertise with CELUS‘ innovative AI automation platform to create a powerful, user-friendly, and cost-effective solution tailored to the real-world needs of engineers. The integration of CELUS’…
Phoenix Contact launches PCB connectors with integrated coding features
The new CONNEXIS PCB connectors from Phoenix Contact use crimp contacts and spring wire termination to help manufacturers reduce time and labor costs. The preassembled wire-to-board connectors simplify connection and accelerate automated production. The connectors and headers have integrated coding to prevent mismatching. Phoenix Contact can also provide customer-specific printing options for easier wiring. This…
CoolGaN bidirectional switch and CoolGaN Smart Sense with higher efficiency and cost effectiveness
Infineon Technologies AG announced two new CoolGaN product technologies, CoolGaN bidirectional switch (BDS) and CoolGaN Smart Sense. CoolGaN BDS provides exceptional soft- and hard-switching behavior, with bidirectional switches available at 40 V, 650 V, and 850 V. Target Applications of this family include mobile device USB ports, battery management systems, inverters, and rectifiers. The CoolGaN…
Standex introduces low-profile MK33 SMD reed switch for space-constrained designs
The new MK33 surface mount Reed Switch series from Standex Electronics blends high performance in a small footprint, ensured by its deliberate bare-glass design. Economic by design yet mechanically and electrically high performing. The high-reliability KOFU switch, 10 VA power rating, and height of 2.3 mm max. yields the MK33 series the lowest profile switch…
CUI Devices adds pogo pins and PCB pins to connector product line
CUI Devices’ Interconnect Group announced the addition of pogo pins and PCB pins to its connectors product portfolio. The CPG family of pogo and PCB pins offers gold-plated contacts for high reliability as well as a variety of pin sizes and configurations to meet an array of interconnect needs. CUI Devices’ line of pogo pins features…
Melexis’ inductive-based offers enhanced reliability for automative safety applications
Melexis has introduced the MLX92442 Induxis switch, which offers a contactless and magnet-free monolithic design to directly detect conductive targets, facilitating small module designs with reduced component count for various applications such as high voltage interlocks, charging flaps, seatbelts, hood/trunk, gear tooth sensing, or brake-by-wire systems. Traditional safety automotive latches and switches typically rely on…
Kyocera AVX releases capacitor series for industrial, communications, and consumer electronics
KYOCERA AVX released the new RES Series radial-leaded aluminum electrolytic capacitors. The new RES Series wet aluminum electrolytic capacitors are engineered to deliver high CV values in small case sizes, long-lifetime endurance of 5,000–7,000 hours at 105°C, and high ripple current to help manufacturers save board space in high-density PCB assemblies without compromising on endurance. They…
Kyocera offers new vertical through-board contacts
KYOCERA AVX, a global manufacturer of advanced electronic components, has released the new 9296-11X Series STRIPT vertical poke-home through-board contacts for 12–18AWG wire. The new 9296-11X Series vertical through-board contacts further expand the company’s portfolio of user-friendly poke-home contacts and connectors. This addition brings the portfolio total to 10 series, two of which — this series and 9296-000 Series contacts —…
Infineon using recyclable PCBs to minimize electronic waste
With the growing amount of electronic waste generated by consumers, industry, and other sectors, it’s critical to address this specific environmental issue. Reducing the carbon footprint and promoting sustainability are, therefore, key to achieving climate goals and improving environmental protection. This is why Infineon Technologies is taking another important step toward a greener future with…
PCB assembly tips for medical device manufacturing
By Suresh Patel, Sales Engineer, Mer-Mar Electronics Medical PCBs are built with the highest quality standards to ensure the precision and reliability of medical devices. PCB fabrication and assembly processes are converging on greater accuracy of health monitoring and diagnostic devices. Flexible treatments and faster information exchange systems are possible due to the improved design,…
Top ten tips for nailing your PCB silkscreen design
By Suresh Patel, Sales Engineer, Mer-Mar Electronics Silkscreen represents the outer layers of a PCB that include text-based readable information like component reference designator, test points, company logos, PCB part number and version number, etc. This is necessary for circuit board assembly, rework and debug support. The silkscreen ink is different from the regular printing…