AVX has developed a series of ultra thin ceramic capacitors targeted at applications where low profile is vital, such as smart cards, high-density SIM cards, and memory modules. Designated the UT Series, the ultra-thin parts have the same footprint as 0402 devices, but are only as thick as conventional 0201 products. In addition, the advanced capacitors retain the same voltage and capacitance ratings as the standard 0402 capacitors.

AVX has developed a series of low-profile board-to-board connectors that feature a small form factor of 3.0mm stacking height with a 0.4mm pitch contact. Designated the 5846 Series, the connectors provide increased board space for high-density power components placed between PCBs. The rugged board-to-board connectors are constructed in a pinched contact structure and feature a fully insulated bottom plate that protects the contacts, making the de...

AVX has developed a Zinc Oxide based varistor series that exhibits a low leakage current of 2μA maximum. Designated the UltraGuard Series, the multilayer ceramic varistors feature non-linear, bi-directional voltagecurrent characteristics similar to back-to-back zener diodes and an EMC capacitor in parallel.

AVX has developed a new component modeling and simulation software that can save cost, time to market and reduce potential quality issues. Designated AVX Component Simulator, the software enables designers to view all basic characteristics and parameters for Accu-P, Accu-L, Thin Film Low Pass Filters, Couplers, 3dB Splitters, Hi-CV SMT, LICC, LGA and IDC products. The simulation software features multiple parameter graphing options including Smit...

AVX Corporation has received certification in accordance with the International Railway Industry Standard (IRIS), covering the design, development and manufacturing of power capacitors. AVX’s metallized film power capacitor plant is based in Saint Apollinaire, France.

AVX Corporation has launched the latest version of its SpiTanII software that enables designers to view all basic characteristics and parameters for tantalum and Oxicap (niobium oxide) capacitors. The company has also expanded the Pspice simulation software libraries it offers for its tantalum, tantalum polymer and niobium oxide chip parts, as well as introducing V6.0 of its Select-a-Cap software tool. Computer modeling and simulation is an impo...

AVX has developed a new high capacitance PulseCap capacitor in a low profile package. The capacitors are designed for applications such as PCMCIA/USB wireless express cards where bulk capacitance is needed to boost transmitter power.

AVX Corporation has introduced the MH Series of high CV ceramic capacitors for commercial and high-reliability applications. Developed by mounting an MLCC in a molded surface mount leadframe, the MH Series provides a ceramic capacitor that combines the attributes of ceramic devices, low ESR, non-polar construction, high frequency behavior, excellent voltage stress capabilities and wide temperature range, with the enhanced mechanical protection of...

AVX Corporation has developed a new termination style for MnO2 (TLN Series) and polymer (TCN Series) tantalum capacitors that reduces the required internal construction space by up to 60 per cent and enables parts to be positioned very closely together.

AVX has expanded the original 9175 series of discrete wire-to-board Insulation Displacement Connectors (IDC) into two larger formats to meet the growing market requests. Originally designed to accept 26AWG to 28AWG stranded or solid wires, the 9176 and 9177 series have been added to now include 18AWG to 24AWG and 14AWG to 20AWG respectively. This expansion opens up the market now across a broader range of applications.

The Elco connector division of AVX Corporation has added three new versions to its successful 9162 family of SIM card connectors, designed to reduce space and provide extra security. With end users demanding ever slimmer products AVX Elco’s new slim, slide-in 9162 connector reduces the overall installed height of the SIM card to less than 1.70mm, giving a profile from the PCB to the underside of the card of just 0.70mm.

AVX has developed extreme high temperature stacked ceramic capacitors that save board space and can handle harsh and rugged operating environments. Designated the SMX and CHX Series, the stacked ceramic capacitors were specifically designed to function in extreme temperature transitions and high transient voltage applications including down-hole oil drilling, undersea explorations, engine controls, avionics, hybrid vehicles and aerospace.

A range of FFC/FPC connectors with secure locking facility aimed primarily at the transportation market, 6288 Series Secure Lock ZIF connectors from AVX Corporation address reliability concerns by virtually eliminating production process failure, preventing accidental removal of the cable in the field, and by delivering more robustness against vibration.

AVX Corporation has introduced its FFVS range of medium power capacitors which feature very high frequency operation and the lowest stray inductance of any product on the market. Suitable for applications such as very high frequency ripple (>100kHz) DC filtering for induction heating, the devices exhibit an inductance of less than 10nH on certain models.

AVX Corporation’s new series 9177 IDC connectors handle up to 15A and are rated for use at up to 650V, suiting them for use in applications such as high voltage inverters in the lighting industry and AVX Corporation’s new series 9177 connectors handle up to 15A and are rated for use at up to 650V, making them suitable for use in applications such as high voltage inverters in the lighting industry and other high-performance industrial ...

AVX’s new TAW series fused tantalum capacitors protect against damaging high DC leakage currents at high currents. Short circuit failure mode protection is accomplished using an internal fuse connected in series with the capacitor. More, as the fuse is fabricated using thin film technology, these components are very reliable, ultra-fast and the lowest ESR commercially available fused tantalum capacitors currently available.

AVX Corporation has expanded its AntennaGuard Series of low capacitance multilayer varistors (MLVs) to include a sub 1pf version. Designed to provide a one chip solution for protecting high speed digital interfaces, RF antenna and RF amplifier circuits against ESD events, the application specific, bi-directional transient voltage suppressor provides minimal signal distortion and low insertion loss. The low profile 0402 MLV features a fast respon...

Today's commercial power supply market is acutely aware of the need to minimize the failure rates. This has led to an increased demand for high-reliability low ESR capacitors. In response, for commercial, yet high-rel applications, AVX has introduced a range of new parts within its TRJ professional series which deliver significantly lower ESR while achieving reliability levels twice that of standard tantalum devices.

AVX Corporation has made available medium power multilayer chip varistors for transient voltage suppression and ESD protection in automotive electronics, designated the Automotive Series – VC13, 14, 15 and 20. The devices operate over -55 to 125 degrees Celsius, feature high energy ratings of up to 25 Joules in a 2220 case size, and are specified with ‘Load Dump’ and ‘Jump Start’ test requirements.

Medium power multilayer chip varistors from AVX Corporation are available for transient voltage suppression and ESD protection in telecommunications, designated the Telecom Series – VC14. The devices operate over -55 to 125 degrees Celsius, and meet interference requirements of telecoms equipment with a 2000 V rated test pulse of 10 x 700 µs duration as specified by CCITT or IEC 61000-4-5. For example a 60 Vrms varistor can reduce the interfe...