In many applications, there’s a need for a constant voltage source. However, there are more constant current source applications than constant voltage sources. Most power supplies are voltage sources, including batteries and bench power.  A constant current source can be used anywhere a fixed current is required. A resistor can also be used, but the…

A major challenge in electronic circuit design is selecting suitable components that perform well under all operating conditions. This is particularly essential in regards to the safe operating limits of current, voltage, power, and temperature.  Here, we’ll focus on temperature. Every electronic component generates heat while transferring power. Bear in mind there are no perfect…

Nexperia, an expert in essential semiconductors, announced an extension to its portfolio of ultra-low capacitance ESD protection diodes designed to protect high-speed data lines in interfaces such as USB, HDMI, high-speed video links, and ethernet in automotive infotainment applications. These latest additions include PESD18VF1BLS-Q, PESD24VF1BLS-Q, PESD30VF1BLS-Q, and PESD32VF1BLS-Q in DFN1006BD-2 package, enabling optical inspection in automotive production lines…

KYOCERA AVX, a global manufacturer of advanced electronic components, released the new SCM Series double-layer, series-connected electrochemical supercapacitor modules. The new SCM Series series-connected supercapacitor modules can be used by themselves or in conjunction with primary or secondary batteries to extend battery life and backup time or provide instantaneous power pulses in hold-up, energy harvesting,…

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 —…

Nexperia, a semiconductor provider, has released a new series of 500 mA dual resistor-equipped transistors (RET) in ultra-compact DFN2020(D)-6 packaging. These devices have been designed for load switching in wearables and smartphones. They’re also ideal for use in digital circuits with higher power requirements, such as space-constrained computing, communications, industrial, and automotive applications. Notably, the…

AMD recently announced the AMD Kria K24 System-on-Module (SOM) and its new KD240 Drives Starter Kit, which are the latest additions to the Kria portfolio of adaptive SOMs and developer kits. AMD Kria K24 SOM offers power-efficient computing in a small form factor and targets cost-sensitive industrial and commercial edge applications. Advanced InFO (Integrated Fan-Out)…

Broadcom Inc. announced the availability of its 5nm 200G/lane optical PAM-4 DSP PHY, the Sian BCM85822, at the 49th European Conference on Optical Communication (ECOC 2023). The new BCM85822 features 200G/lane serial optical interfaces, which enable optical transceiver manufacturers to cost-effectively deliver 800G and 1.6T pluggable modules and meet the growing bandwidth needs and low power consumption…

Voltage and current sources are two fundamental types of electrical sources used in electronic circuits. A voltage source, such as a battery, is commonly used in many devices. It’s a two-terminal device that maintains a constant voltage across its terminals, regardless of the current flowing through the source. A current source is typically less discussed…

CUI Inc., a Bel group company, announced the release of its PTP15 Series — a 15 W, 5 Pin DIP isolated DC-DC converter, specialized for medical instrumentation and home medical supplies. Offering 4000 Vac isolation or 5600 Vdc isolation with a 2:1 input voltage range, the series is compliant with the IEC/EN 60601-1 and EN…

The rapid industrial adoption of USB-C is owed to its slim design, user-friendly and universal connectors, and versatility in handling multiple data protocols, such as USB4, Thunderbolt, and HDMI. The USB-C can deliver up to 240 W of power making it the power connector of choice for a wide variety of applications. To meet the…

Texas Instruments (TI) has introduced its new opto-emulator portfolio of signal isolation semiconductors, designed to improve signal integrity, consume less power, and extend the lifetime of high-voltage industrial and automotive applications. TI’s inaugural opto-emulators are pin-to-pin compatible with the industry’s most common optocouplers, enabling seamless integration into existing designs while leveraging the unique benefits of…

Renesas Electronics Corporation, a supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, announced a new addition to its popular RL78 microcontroller (MCU) Family that includes 8- and 16-bit devices for power-sensitive applications. The RL78/G24 features the highest performance among all the devices in the RL78 family, boosting its performance with an application-specific Flexible Application Accelerator (FAA) and a…

With the step-function increase in data collected and transmitted from cloud-connected edge nodes, Improved Inter Integrated Circuit (I3C) is rapidly becoming a more sustainable solution for interfacing sensors with a high data rate and will help expand capabilities in next-generation devices. Leading the way in I3C integration, Microchip Technology has released its PIC18-Q20 family of microcontrollers…

Vishay Intertechnology announced new 6 A, 20 A, and 25 A microBRICK synchronous buck regulator modules designed to deliver increased power density and efficiency for point of load (POL) converters. Offered in a 10.6 x 6.5 x 3 mm package, the Vishay Siliconix SiC931, SiC951, and SiC967 are the smallest such devices on the market — with…

STMicroelectronics has released a new class of IGBTs with an increased breakdown-voltage capability of 1350V and a maximum operating temperature of 175° C. The higher ratings ensure a greater design margin, robust performance, and extended reliability under all operating conditions. The new STPOWER IH2 series IGBTs also permit increased power-conversion efficiency. Favorable parameters include low saturation…

Broadcom Inc. announced delivery of the new Broadcom Trident 4-X7 Ethernet switch ASIC — a 4.0 Terabits/second fully programmable switch designed for enterprise data center ToR (Top of Rack) boxes. The Trident 4-X7 offers native support for 400G connectivity to the next-generation spine/fabric technologies, which are making their way from the cloud into enterprise data…

CUI Inc., a Bel group company, has recently introduced the PQC30-O, PQC50-O, and PQC75-O series to expand its line of isolated dc-dc converters. The new converters are designed with a 36~75 Vdc input range and are presented in an economical and slim, open-frame, 1/16th brick form factor. The PQC-O series is tailored specifically for telecom…

Vishay Intertechnology recently introduced five new series of 60, 100, and 150 V surface-mount Trench MOS Barrier Schottky (TMBS) rectifiers in the low-profile DFN3820A package with wettable flanks. Providing space-saving, high-efficiency solutions for commercial, industrial, energy, and automotive applications, the VxNL63, VxNM63, VxN103, VxNM103, and VxNM153 offer: Best-in-class current ratings up to 7 A Current…

Allegro MicroSystems, a global provider in power and sensing solutions for motion control and energy-efficient systems, has announced the launch of its new Power-Thru isolated gate driver. This is the first product introduced in the company’s Power-Thru portfolio. Allegro’s new isolated gate driver creates a single-package solution that drives GaN FETs with up to a…