The DPS1133 single-channel power switch introduced by Diodes Incorporated is a high-voltage power switch designed to meet all the demanding protection and fast-role swap requirements of USB Type-C ports. As such, it addresses the full gamut of mobile and desktop computing devices and peripherals, and other applications in the consumer electronics, mobile communications, industrial, and medical markets, such as smartphones, AR/VR goggles, rob...

A range of gate drivers that feature a floating high-side driver has been introduced by Diodes. The DGD2103M, DGD2104M and DGD2304 simplify the switching of two N-channel MOSFETs or two IGBTs in a half-bridge configuration. These drivers suit a wide range of motor control and power supply applications in industrial automation and white goods, that require AC and DC motor control boards rated above 100W, and LLC resonant converter power suppl...

The constant current regulators introduced by Diodes Incorporated, BCR401U, BCR402U and BCR405U, are appealing to lighting designers as they enable simple driving of low-current LED strips and panels in the commercial and industrial lighting sectors. Targeted at 12 and 24V linear LED strips, these regulators increase light output efficiency as they only require a 1.4V supply, allowing more LEDs in the string.

The DGD0506 and DGD0507 high-frequency gate-driver ICs introduced by Diodes Incorporated are designed for driving two external N-channel MOSFETs in a half-bridge configuration. A 50V rating suits a wide range of motor driving requirements, especially brushless DC (BLDC) motors, which are increasingly being used in battery-powered applications such as drones, fans, e-cigarettes, and cordless power tools including drills, handheld vacuum cleaners a...

  Featuring a low on resistance to reduce power losses, the AP22811 and AP22804/AP22814 power switches introduced by Diodes Incorporated are optimised for Universal Serial Bus (USB) and other hot-swap applications.

A series of ultra-low dropout regulators has been introduced by Diodes Incorporated that operates from a 24V input voltage range and offers various fixed output voltage options to address common system requirements. These features, combined with high accuracy and an ultra-low quiescent current, make the AP7380 device well-suited for use in various USB power, portable equipment, consumer, instrumentation and metering applications.

Diodes Incorporated has introduced the DMNH4015SSDQ and DMTH6016LSDQ. Featuring low figure-of-merit on-resistance and gate charge specifications, these latest 40V and 60V dual, co-packaged enhancement mode MOSFETs minimize power losses, enabling cost-effective, high-efficiency, automotive-compliant power management solutions. 

Diodes Incorporated has introduced the PI7C9X2G304SLQ and PI7C9X2G404SLQ at Embedded World 2017, representing the first-ever packet switches to be automotive-qualified to AEC-Q100 grade 3. These PCI Express (PCIe) 3‑Port/4‑Lane and 4‑Port/4‑Lane Packet Switches are specifically designed to meet automotive industry requirements, targeting applications in infotainment, telematics and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).

Offering a cutting-edge solution for consumer and industrial applications with its unique integrated high-voltage (HV) start-up circuit, the AP3984 introduced by Diodes Incorporated is a high-performance power switcher for line-powered chargers and adaptors. Delivering increased conversion efficiency with better voltage and current accuracy, the AP3984 also features ultra-low power consumption and improved protection functions.

Diodes Incorporated will be introducing a number of notable new products at Embedded World 2017 in Nuremberg, Germany, March 14-16. These include the industry’s first unidirectional 1800W automotive-compliant transient voltage suppressors; 40V and 60V dual, co-packaged enhancement mode MOSFETs that are also qualified for automotive applications; and, coming from its Pericom connectivity product line, the world’s first and only automot...

  Targeting automotive applications, Diodes Incorporated has introduced a family of high-voltage, unipolar Hall effect switch ICs that are qualified to AECQ100 Grade 0 and offer a range of operating sensitivities.

Specifically designed for battery-powered consumer equipment such as cellular phones, tablets, digital still and video cameras, while also embracing home appliances and industrial systems, the AH1389 Hall-effect switch IC introduced by Diodes Incorporated offers a small, simple and versatile contactless switch solution. Applications include open/close detection for smart cover switches for cell phones and tablets, in addition to holster and dock ...

The AL1692 LED controller/driver introduced by Diodes Incorporated is a platform-based design solution for triac-dimmable LED lamps. The internal MOSFET versions provide a low-cost solution with compact PCB size and directly drive lamps rated from 3W to 13W. The controller-only version with an external MOSFET can support higher power applications up to 25W.

Diodes Incorporated have been declared winner of the “Electronics Manufacturing Site of the Year” at 2016 NMI Awards and Gala Dinner, held at London’s Bankside. The award recognises Diodes’ electronic systems manufacturing facilities in Oldham as the best in the UK and is a tribute to all the staff who work there. The award was presented to David Ogden, Production Manager at Diodes, by Gerry Thurgood, CEO of Thermo Sy...

Diodes Incorporated has introduced the AL8860 hysteresis mode DC/DC step-down converter, which is designed for driving single or multiple series‑connected LEDs efficiently from a voltage source higher than the LED voltage. With its integrated MOSFET, this product provides a low BOM cost solution for low-voltage industrial and automotive LED lighting applications, including illuminated signs and backlighting, as well as an LED retrofit for repla...

The AP3301 quasi-resonant (QR) PWM controller introduced by Diodes Incorporated enables the implementation of high-performance, cost-effective power supplies that are capable of meeting DOE6/COC Tier 2 efficiency requirements at all load levels. Targeting the key market of AC/DC adapters for set-top box and gaming console applications, this controller also meets the auxiliary power requirements of ATX/BTX computer motherboards and is suited for u...

The AL3050 current-mode boost-type LED driver introduced by Diodes Incorporated provides programmable brightness for LED backlighting of portable devices. Its advanced dimming features, small solution size, low BOM-cost and high efficiency make it well-suited for use in single-cell Li-ion based equipment with smaller LCD panels.

  Diodes Incorporated has introduced a family of primary side power switchers that enables power supply designers to handily achieve the high conversion efficiency needed to meet Energy Star Level 6 and EU CoC Tier 2 requirements. 

Thermal management requires an understanding of how heat is transferred away from a semiconductor device’s junction. However, Siva Uppuluri, Applications Engineer, Diodes stresses that understanding how datasheet thermal figures are calculated and used is instrumental in assessing the thermal capability of a semiconductor device.

Driving loads up to 1A, the AP3401 and AP3428 DC/DC step-down converters from Diodes Incorporated provide excellent line- and load-regulation provided by a constant-frequency PWM control that requires no external compensation and so minimises component count and material costs.