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Renesas Electronics Corporation, a supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, introduced the RAA78815x Family of 5V differential RS-485/422 transceivers with electrical fast-transient (EFT) immunity ±5000V and ESD protection up to ±16,000V. These products are the ideal solution for noise-sensitive industrial communication networks. The six new full and half-duplex ruggedized devices meet both the RS-485 and RS-422…

Vishay Intertechnology has introduced a new IHVR vertical-mount inductor in the 10.25 mm by 6.4 x 10mm, 4025 case size. Optimizing inductance and minimizing DCR for increased efficiency in DC/DC converters, the newly designed Vishay Dale IHVR-4025JZ-3Z offers high temperature operation (up to +155° C) for computer, server, telecom, and industrial applications. Compared to traditional…

Vishay Intertechnology has introduced new, surface-mount small signal diodes in the ultra-compact DFN1006-2A plastic package with wettable flanks. Designed to save space and improve thermal performance in automotive and industrial applications, the 40 V BAS40L Schottky and 100 V BAS16L switching diodes are each available in AEC-Q101 qualified versions. Measuring only 1 x 0.6 x 0.45mm, the diodes…

The new super-junction STPOWER MDmesh K6 series enhances several key parameters to minimize system-power losses. It’s suited to lighting applications based on flyback topology, such as LED drivers, HID lamps, adapters, and power supplies for flat-panel displays. With the 800V STPOWER MDmesh K6 series, STMicroelectronics is setting the benchmark for this super-junction technology, combining best-in-class performance…

Renesas Electronics Corporation, a supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, today unveiled an innovative automotive gateway solution with R-Car S4 system-on-chips (SoCs) and power management ICs (PMICs) for next-generation vehicle computers, communication gateways, domain servers and application servers. Renesas’ new solution meets the automotive industry’s demands for high-speed networking, security, performance, and functional safety levels required…

STMicroelectronics’ STGAP2SiCSN single-channel gate driver, optimized to control silicon-carbide MOSFETs, now comes in a space-saving, narrow-body SO-8 package and delivers reliable performance with accurate PWM control. As SiC technology becomes widely adopted to boost power-conversion efficiency, the STGAP2SiCSN simplifies design, saves space, and enhances robustness and reliability in energy-conscious power systems, drives, and controls. Applications include…

Extended-temperature-range voltage reference ICs for automotive and industrial applications require low drift along with high reliability and performance. To this end, Microchip Technology announced the release of a high-precision voltage reference (Vref) IC that meets these needs at a cost-effective price. The new MCP1502 is an AEC-Q100 Grade 1 (-40° to +125° C operating temperature…

STMicroelectronics has increased the I2C-interface performance in the latest generation of its ST25DV-I2C dynamic NFC-tag ICs, which let the host system access the tag’s on-chip EEPROM more quickly and easily. Writing to the EEPROM on the new ST25DV-I2C tags, via the I2C interface, is now as fast as standard EEPROM and allows flexible use of the…

The new MAX77659 single-inductor multiple output (SIMO) power-management IC (PMIC) with integrated switch-mode buck-boost charger from Analog Devices. charges wearables, hearables, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices faster and in less space than any other PMIC available today. The MAX77659 SIMO PMIC delivers over four hours of play time after a short, 10-minute charge, and…

STMicroelectronics’ STWLC98 integrated and wireless power receiver delivers faster wireless charging and flexible charge sharing for diverse portable and mobile devices for home, office, industry, healthcare, and in-car applications. When combined with the STWBC2-HP transmitter IC, the complete transmitter-receiver system can deliver up to 70W on the receiver end at high system efficiency. The STWLC98…

Vishay Intertechnology has introduced the industry’s first automotive-grade, IHLP low-profile, high-current inductor in the 19 X 19 X 7mm, 7575 case size. Offering high-temperature operation (to +155° C) for under-the-hood automotive applications, the Vishay Dale IHLP-7575GZ-5A offers up to 30 percent lower DCR and up to 35 percent higher current ratings than devices in the…

Renesas Electronics Corporation, a supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, is expanding its timing solutions portfolio with the ProXO+ family of compact, ultra-low noise, temperature-controlled clock oscillators. The high-accuracy, high-frequency, differential oscillators are best suited for fiber optic transceiver modules, accelerator cards, smart NIC cards, and networking equipment applications. “The ProXO+ family delivers on all counts, offering…

Designers of high-performance, high-power artificial intelligence (AI) systems can now achieve highest efficiency (to reduce power cost and heat) and smallest total solution size with the MAX16602 AI cores dual-output voltage regulator and the MAX20790 smart power-stage IC. Both products are from Maxim Integrated Products. Leveraging the current ripple cancellation benefit from Maxim Integrated’s patented…

Dialog Semiconductor, a provider of battery management, AC/DC power conversion, Wi-Fi, BluetoothLE,  and Industrial ICs, announced that it has expanded its collaboration with Xilinx — which offers adaptive computing. Dialog has been selected to provide the power management for Xilinx’s new Kria adaptive system-on-modules (SOMs) targeted for vision AI applications in smart cities and factories.…

Easing the transition to high-efficiency wide-bandgap technology, STMicroelectronics has released the MasterGaN3* and MasterGaN5 integrated power packages for applications up to 45 and 150W. Joining the MasterGaN1, MasterGaN2, and MasterGaN4 — which target applications from 65 to 400W — the additions give extra flexibility to choose the optimum Gallium Nitride (GaN) device and driver solution when designing switched-mode power…

TRINAMIC Motion Control GmbH & Co. KG, now part of Maxim Integrated Products, recently introduced the fully integrated TMC6140-LA 3-phase MOSFET gate driver that simplifies design and maximizes battery life of brushless direct-current (DC) motor drives. The TMC6140-LA 3-phase MOSFET gate driver integrates all three bottom shunt amplifiers to provide a complete motor drive solution…

CUI, a Bel group company, has announced the addition of 12 new models to its VMS-C and VMS-C-CNF range of internal medical ac-dc power supplies. These new, higher power models are chassis-mount units, available in open-frame or metal-case variations that are ideal for use in medical and home healthcare applications, such as ultrasound machines and…

In the race to reduce aircraft emissions, developers increasingly are moving toward more efficient designs including electrical systems that replace today’s pneumatics and hydraulics powering everything from on-board alternators to actuators and Auxiliary Power Units (APUs). To enable next-generation aircraft electrical systems, new power conversion technology is required. Microchip Technology has announced its development with…

CUI Inc., a Bel group company, announced a broad expansion to its VOF-C and VOF-C-CNF family of chassis mount, ac-dc power supplies. Twelve new open frame and metal enclosed power supply series provide designers with compact power options. The new units comprise models with power ratings of 100, 120, 180, 200, 225, and 350 W.…

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. is launching a new commercial IHLP low-profile, high-current inductor that is the industry’s first composite inductor in the 19 x 19 x 7 mm, 7575 case size. Offering a high-temperature operation (to +155° C) for computer, telecom, and industrial applications, the Vishay Dale IHLP‑7575GZ-51 offers up to 30 percent lower DCR and…