ROHM Semiconductor offers the PSR series of power shunt resistors for all types of current sensing applications. They are especially suitable for high current detection circuits. The main features include high power up to 5W, ultra low–ohmic resistance value starting from a minimum of 0.2mΩ and a low TCR (temperature coefficient of resistance).

At PCIM 2014, in Hall 9, Booth 211, ROHM Semiconductor will present its latest power management product designs. The products on show offer beneficial characteristics resulting from latest material research, packaging and manufacturing expertise and meet the ever increasing demand for energy efficiency, miniaturization, durability, reduced component count and costs while providing optimum performance at the same time.

Designed to charge smartphones and other portable devices, ROHM Semiconductor has announced the development of a wireless power receiver IC. The BD57011GWL is compliant with the Wireless Power Consortium's (WPC) latest Qi Low Power Version 1.1 standard for wireless power transmission.

Designed for volume and tone adjustment in audio devices, the BD37033FV, BD37034FV and BD37068FV for car audio systems and the BD34701KS2 for AV receivers signal an expansion of ROHM's BD37xxx and BD34xxx series of sound processors. Included in these products is a RF noise removal function, which ROHM claims is an industry first. The RF removal function has been developed using proprietary analog technologies, designed to minimize noise introduc...

Integrating Power Factor Correction (PFC) and Quasi-Resonant (QR) controllers into a single package, the BM1C001F is a high-efficiency AC/DC converter from ROHM Semiconductor. Suitable for 100W-class equipment such as TVs and industrial power supplies, ROHM claims that the converter IC is the first to incorporate an ON/OFF setting function and new PFC output control method within the PFC controller.

Incorporating a 8b or 32b CPU for 2-point gesture detection, the BU210xx series of 4-wire resistive touch panel controller ICs have now entered mass production.

Designed for motion sensor applications, the BD5291G and BD5291FVE op-amps from ROHM fulfill the growing demand for incorporating sensors in devices to detect acceleration, angular velocity, and other parameters. The op-amps utilize ROHM’s analog technology, enabling input/output full-swing operation at only 1.7V. In addition, a high common-mode rejection ratio results in a small-signal processing accuracy 18x greater than conventional pro...

A new member of ROHM's IC series, providing high-accurate charge/discharge control, monitoring and protection functions for Li-ion secondary battery packs, has been anounced today. The ML5218 is a Li-ion battery monitoring IC for packs of 5 up-to 16 cells detecting over-charge or over-discharge and over-current of each cell. This makes the device adaptable to systems using safer lithium iron phosphate batteries of multiple cells connected in seri...

Due to the increased proliferation of electric and hybrid vehicles, a greater demand for 100V AC outlets for powering consumer electronics/appliances and to act as an emergency power source has been seen. The BD9582F-M, with a guaranteed operating range up to 105C, is the industry's first*1 leakage detection IC specifically designed for AC outlets in automotive systems (i.e. AC inverters). In addition, ultra-low current operation reduces batter...

ROHM has recently begun development of the industry’s first baseband IC compliant with HD PLC Inside, a newly developed embedded broadband high-speed power line communication technology designed for home appliances, BEMS, HEMS, and HAN applications that makes it possible to configure home networks using existing power lines. This new standard incorporates intermittent operation functionality for significantly reduced power consumption compa...

LAPIS Semiconductor has recently developed 8-bit microcontrollers equipped with an oscillator circuit that provides more than twice the accuracy compared with previous models. The ML610Q101 and ML610Q102 utilize motor control technology optimized for controlling rotation in single-phase fan motors. In addition, the industry-leading high-accuracy oscillator circuit reduces rotational variations, while multiple timers minimize noise.

Freescale Semiconductor Japan Ltd. and ROHM Co. Ltd. have agreed to collaborate on select, automotive-related activities designed to provide comprehensive solutions for the Japanese and worldwide automotive markets.

LAPIS Semiconductor  has recently announced the development of ultra-low power microcontrollers designed for devices such as watches or security tokens1 that require long-term operation using just coin or dry-cell batteries. The ML610Q474 family features industry-low current consumption (0.25uA in Halt mode*2) – 50% lower than conventional products – along with high noise immunity.

ROHM Semiconductor announce the development of power supply ICs for AC-DC converters in primary power supplies for home appliances and AC adapters. The BM2xxx/F series consists of 24 models that utilise a proprietary low ON resistance SJ MOSFET and feature circuit optimisation, resulting in industry-leading efficiency and low noise. A surface mount type is also available in the SOP8 package that contributes to set miniaturization.

Although capacitive touch panels capable of multi-point detection are increasing in popularity, there is still much demand for lower cost resistive touch technology in digital cameras, car navigation systems, and other applications. The resistive touch method typically provides 1-point detection operation using a stylus/pen or for simple button selection. However, ROHM has successfully developed and mass-produced 2-point detection controller ICs ...

ROHM Semiconductor has been honored with a “Quality Award” by the Continental Automotive Group at the occasion of the Group’s annual “International Purchasing Manager Meeting” in Frankfurt. This special award is presented in alternate years to suppliers from the electronics and mechanical engineering sectors in recognition of outstanding performance in quality improvement. Christian André, President ROHM Semiconductor , was very please...

ROHM has recently announced the development of an automotive-grade leakage detection IC designed specifically for AC inverters and chargers for AC outlets in electric and hybrid vehicles. The BD9582F-M features a wide operating temperature range and is AEC-Q100-certified, ensuring stable, reliable operation in automotive systems. In addition, industry-low current consumption (330uA) contributes to longer battery life.

With the BM6202FS motor driver ICs ROHM Semiconductor offers a power driver module for 3-Phase Brushless DC Motors. The module integrates level shifter, gate drivers and power MOSFETs into one compact package. It provides optimum motor drive system for a wide variety of applications by the combination with controller BD6201X series and enables motor unit standardization.

ROHM has announced the development of compact, high efficiency power supplies designed to drive DDR memory, microcontrollers, and other components in car applications. The BD905xx series integrates a phase compensation circuit and feedback resistor, reducing the number of external parts considerably compared with conventional power supply ICs. This simplifies design load and contributes to end-product miniaturization.

LAPIS Semiconductor has recently developed a wireless communication LSI compatible with 868MHz Wireless M-Bus, the European smart meter communication standard. Signal processing functions required for each mode are built in, reducing microcontroller load by about 20% and contributing to lower power consumption of the entire system along with longer operating time and reduced maintenance for battery-operated smart meters.