Raltron announces the release of the RMIC Series, a new line of electret condenser microphones designed for various applications and features compact size, low power consumption, and a range of sensitivity and frequency response options. The microphones are available in sizes from 3.0mm to 9.7mm and offer omnidirectional, unidirectional, and noise-canceling options. Technical specifications include […]
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Chip resistors feature tight tolerances for automotive applications
Bourns, Inc. announced its AEC-Q200 compliant, automotive-grade thin film chip resistor model series. The Model CRT-A Series provides higher resistance tolerance accuracy and Temperature Coefficient of Resistance (TCR) compared to traditional through-hole type resistors. The new series delivers enhanced signal quality and is offered in an SMD package. These compact, yet high power-rated resistors offering accurate […]
Does 32 kHz or 3.58 MHz mean anything to you? part 1
These two frequencies played major roles in electronics; one is still very viable, while the other is completely obsolete. Engineers are surrounded by countless standard frequencies, many of which are defined by an industry standard. Some are so well-known and commonplace that they need no clarification other than the frequency number itself; others were “celebrities” […]
Amplifiers support high-speed data communications in defense and aerospace
Qorvo has announced three new MMIC power amplifiers specifically designed for Ku-Band satellite communications (SATCOM) terminals. These amplifiers are part of a family of devices aimed at enhancing performance and efficiency in satellite uplink systems, supporting the increasing demand for high-speed data communications in defense and aerospace applications. The amplifier family offers output power ranging […]
Eco-friendly radio wave absorbers manufactured with biomass material
TDK Corporation has launched the IS-BP series of radio wave absorbers, incorporating over 25 wt% of biomass material to offer an environmentally sustainable option that facilitates CO₂ reduction. Mass production of this series began in April 2024. Microwave anechoic chambers, used for evaluating antennas, wireless communication equipment, and millimeter-wave radar for AD and ADAS, have […]
Active baluns bridge the microwave and digital worlds
To achieve the datasheet performance of ultra-high-speed data converters, now clocking to 64 GS/sec, the handoff to and from the microwave domain must be near perfect. To preserve the data converters’ spurious-free dynamic range, a new category of component has been developed that converts between the differential and single-ended signal domains while amplifying and filtering […]
Ultra-thin permalloy film for low-frequency noise shielding
TDK Corporation extended its Flexield family of permalloy thin film sheets with the new IPM01 series. This series features high permeability and high loss in a lightweight and 0.006 mm ultra-thin design. The new material effectively shields low-frequency band noise, an increasing issue in electric vehicles (EVs). Mass production began this month, May 2024. Electronic […]
Microwave multiplexer family offers versatile RF/microwave switching
Pickering Interfaces has announced a new family of high channel count PXI and PXIe microwave multiplexer (MUX) modules. Expanding Pickering’s range of RF and microwave switching, the 40/42-788 family is based on industry-leading, superior-quality Radiall mechanical microwave switches, with bandwidth options from 8GHz to 40GHz. Versatile switching configurations are available with single or dual SP8T, SP10T, or […]
Automotive-grade 20 Gbps video switch targets infotainment and ADAS systems
Diodes Incorporated has introduced the PI3WVR14412Q, an automotive-compliant* 20Gbps 1:2 video switch for in-cabin infotainment and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) applications. This device features a space-saving design and is qualified for elevated temperatures. The switch has four high-speed lanes with a 10GHz bandwidth to handle DisplayPort 2.1, HDMI 2.1, MIPI DPHY/CPHY, USB 3.2, and […]
High-power RF switch targets land mobile radio and defense applications
Mobix Labs, Inc. introduced the MBX3110 SP10T high-power radio frequency (RF) switch. This CMOS-based single-pole/ten-throw (SP10T) switch is engineered to meet the demanding requirements of the land mobile radio (LMR) market, including critical communications for first responders, firefighters, law enforcement, and military personnel. The high-power MBX3110 RF switch provides robust support for LMR applications and […]
