CUI Devices’ Motion and Control Group announced the addition of a new line of potentiometers. Available in shaft or shaftless options, these rotary potentiometers feature resistance ratings from 1 to 2000 kΩ and panel mount or through-hole mounting styles. With a rotational life of 10,000 cycles, CUI Devices’ PT and PTN family of potentiometers are ideal for […]
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MEMS microphone trio address ear and wearables market
Knowles Corporation introduces its latest series of SiSonic MEMS microphones: Titan (Digital), Falcon (Differential Analog), and Robin (Single Ended Analog). The new trio of microphones provides advanced performance capabilities for space-constrained Ear and wearable applications like True Wireless Stereo (TWS) earbuds, smart watches, Augmented Reality (AR) glasses, and Virtual Reality (VR) headsets. Each of the […]
Precision thin-film resistors offer ±0.01% tolerances, ±2ppm TCRs
With the proliferation of electronics in nearly every market sector, there is an increasing need for precision resistors. For markets such as medical instrumentation and control, industrial and automotive controls, communications, and test & measurement, these precision resistors must maintain electrical and environmental stability long term. Stackpole’s RNCF series of precision thin film resistors meet these […]
IP67-rate, tactile switch in tiny 3 x 2 x 06 mm package
CUI Devices’ Switches Group announced the introduction of one of the industry’s smallest tactile switches. Housed in an ultra-compact 3 x 2 x 0.6 mm package, the TS19 series carries an IP67 rating for dealing with moisture and environmental contaminants as well as a rugged lifecycle rating of up to 300,000 cycles. These tactile switch models feature surface […]
6MHz rail-to-rail op amps boost performance in industrial and automotive apps
STMicroelectronics is simplifying designers’ search for high-performing operational amplifiers (op amps) by introducing three new 6MHz rail-to-rail devices with strong all-around parameters including a wide operating voltage range and low noise. The TSB511, TSB512, and TSB514 are single, dual, and quad op amps, respectively. They can operate from a single supply in the range from 2.7V to […]
Specialty compound addresses stringed demands of BiTS used to stress test
SABIC introduced the LNP KONDUIT 8TF36E compound, a new specialty material that helps address the stringent demands of burn-in test sockets (BiTS) used to stress-test double-data-rate (DDR) memory integrated circuits (ICs). As the number of pins and the testing temperature for DDR ICs increase and their dimensions shrinks, materials used in BiTS components must deliver […]
LEDs optimized for low-current, low-light apps
ROHM Semiconductor announced the availability of the CSL1901 series of 0603-size (0.6-inch × 0.3 inches) / 1608-size (1.6 mm × 0.8 mm) LEDs, optimized for low-light applications for use in indicators and numeric displays in factory automation equipment (i.e., PLCs) and communication control equipment such as modems and routers. In recent years, technological advancements in LED […]
Thin-film resistors excel in high sulfur, high humidity settings
Environmental stability for thin film resistors has become more important with increased electronic content. Sulfur contamination for film resistors, for example, is becoming a more prominent issue for a wide range of end products. Electronic devices and circuitry may encounter sulfur in the presence of oils, lubricants, gaskets, hoses, and atmospheric gasses in highly industrial […]
Precision op-amps offer wide dynamic range, low noise
Diodes Incorporated is addressing the need for advanced signal conditioning in modern automotive designs by introducing two precision operational amplifiers (op-amps) aimed at different signal frequency scenarios. The low signal-to-noise ratio characteristics of the DIODES AS2376Q mean it is optimized for high-frequency usages, such as in on-board chargers (OBCs), DC-DC converters, battery management system (BMS) […]
MELF resistors offer 0.3-W power rating
MELF resistors are known for their superior thermal characteristics and their environmental and electrical stability. Many types of applications such as instrumentation and automation controls, automotive controls, and metering benefit from the exceptional performance provided by MELF resistors. In designs where space is critical, it is important to maximize the power ratings for resistors to […]
