Murata MAGICSTRAP UHF RFID solution is now available for close-coupling applications, enabling significant reductions in close-coupled UHF RFID tag size. The MAGICSTRAP tag requires no external antenna and allows manufacturers to effectively reduce the size of a close-coupled UHF RFID tag to 3.2 x 1.6mm.

Murata's GW series of multilayer ceramic capacitors is the world's first to comply to the Japanese standard JEITA RCX-2326. This standard specifies capacitance under actual operating conditions including temperature and DC voltage. Murata has succeeded in achieving higher capacitance with the GW series under these conditions compared with previous models of multilayer ceramic capacitors. The GW series is therefore ideal for decoupling capacitor u...

Murata Elektronik GmbH has become a Manufacturer-member of the German chapter of AIM, the worldwide industry association for Automatic Identification and Mobility. Representing automatic identification and mobility technology solution providers, AIM has led the way in industry standards, education and outreach since 1972.

Murata's ultra-tight tolerance versions of its market-leading chip NTC (negative temperature coefficient) thermistor series, the NCP series. ±0.5% tolerance versions are now available with consumer, industrial and automotive temperature ranges. These ±0.5% tolerance chip NTC thermistors are the first of their kind to be developed and offer a low-cost alternative to IC-based sensing solutions when high sensing accuracy is required.

Murata's MHR03xx series of high voltage resistors is now available with tighter tolerances than in previous versions. Parts in the range 1M? to 100M? are available with ±0.5% tolerances, and parts up to 500M? can be produced with tolerances of ±1%. These new narrow tolerance parts are produced using Murata's state of the art laser trimming technology, and can help reduce costs by replacing more expensive variable resistors in certain types of d...

The latest version of Murata's pyroelectric infrared (PIR) sensor is the world's smallest at just 5.0 x 4.7 x 2.4 mm, enabling the sensor to be used in compact, low profile electronic devices and equipment. The IRS-B210ST01-R1 is also the only surface-mount PIR sensor on the market. It features high sensitivity and signal to noise ratio, excellent stability against temperature changes and white light and enhanced RFI immunity.

Murata has increased the lineup of its industry-leading chip thermistor family by adding a new automotive grade series of compact NTC (negative temperature coefficient) chip thermistors. The NCP****0S** series features operating temperature between -40 and +150 degC and will be used in high temperature environments such as engine control circuitry.

Murata has developed a capacitor end termination technology that significantly reduces the risk of damage when subject to bending stress. The GCJ and GRJ series of MLCCs incorporate the company's new 'soft' termination technology, and are based on Murata's leading GCM and GRM series of MLCCs for automotive (GCJ) and consumer device (GRJ) applications. The GCJ series is AEC-Q200 compliant.

Murata has introduced the LQH88P_38 series of power inductors, supporting up to 8A rated current. These inductors measure 8 x 8 mm (3131-size) with a low profile of just 3.8 mm (typical) and are designed for use in DC-DC converters for flat panel TVs, set-top boxes, recording devices, wireless base stations and other consumer electronics applications.

Murata's latest 1212 size wirewound chip inductor series offers improved performance in the same compact, low profile case size. The LQH3NP_J0 series is designed specifically for DC-DC converter applications and features reduced DC resistance and increased allowable current.

Murata has introduced the LXES series of ceramic and silicon based ESD protection devices. Both types feature high suppression levels, high repetition durability and ultra-low capacitance for use in high speed data transmission environments. ESD protection devices are critical components in protecting sensitive circuits in electronic equipment such as mobile phones, notebook PCs and netbooks, digital cameras and other consumer devices from electr...

Murata has introduced the GRU series, what it says is the world's thinnest embedded monolithic capacitor for substrates. Using advanced ceramic technology, the new 0402 size capacitor, measuring only 1.0mm x 0.5mm x 0.15mm, is built into the substrate for placement below integrated circuits (ICs) and other electronics.

Murata Manufacturing Company has announced that it has purchased the multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) business from Panasonic Electronic Devices (PED). This acquisition increases Murata’s international competitiveness in the MLCC market as PED's technology and customers will be transferred to Murata.

Murata's latest addition to its NFA18SL series of EMIFIL LC arrays, the NFA18SL227V1A45, has improved electrical performance with deeper insertion loss characteristics at high frequency, compared to the rest of the NFA18SL range. The new 3-terminal filter array is designed for blocking high frequency noise in parts of mobile phone handset, particularly the LCD and camera modules found in these applications.

Murata has increased the capacitance and reduced the cost of its GB series of monolithic ceramic capacitors for power supply primary circuits. These parts are the first monolithic capacitors aimed at power supply primary circuit applications to achieve 56nF capacitance. The cost was also reduced by 15% over previous models by replacing the precious metals like silver that were used for the electrodes with a base metal such as nickel.

The latest addition to Murata's family of piezoelectric ceramic speakers is ultra-thin, just 1.2mm in thickness, with side ventilation in its sturdy metal housing helping to keep the thickness down. The VSLBP1913E series' unique rectangular shape improves its frequency response and minimises 'dead-space' in handheld devices. The series' flat frequency response makes it suitable for the replay of voice and music in today's thin and stylish mobile ...

The latest addition to Murata's family of piezoelectric ceramic speakers is ultra-thin, just 1.2mm in thickness, with side ventilation in its sturdy metal housing helping to keep the thickness down. The VSLBP1913E series' unique rectangular shape improves its frequency response and minimises 'dead-space' in handheld devices. The series' flat frequency response makes it suitable for the replay of voice and music in today's thin and stylish mobile ...

The latest advances in Murata's filter technology have led to development of a new SAW filter whose high power capability means it can be used as a top filter, replacing two interstage filters with a single component. In addition, the filter's external matching circuit requires just two inductors. This overall reduction in component count minimises a design's bill of materials and will be of particular benefit to OEMs making wireless consumer dev...

The latest advances in Murata's filter technology have led to development of a new SAW filter whose high power capability means it can be used as a top filter, replacing two interstage filters with a single component. In addition, the filter's external matching circuit requires just two inductors. This overall reduction in component count minimises a design's bill of materials and will be of particular benefit to OEMs making wireless consumer dev...

Murata's Thermo-String long lead thermistor range for monitoring the temperature of areas that are hard to reach with surface-mount thermistors is now fully qualified for automotive use. Hot spots may not always be on the PCB or motherboard, so Thermo-String's long leads of up to 150mm allow the head of the thermistor to be situated as close to the problem area as possible, even in narrow or small locations.