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PCIM 2016: Motor control in Nuremberg spotlight
A comprehensive power product portfolio and concentrated power know-how are the attractions on Rutronik’s stand at PCIM in Nuremberg (May 10-12). Rutronik Power boasts a comprehensive portfolio of power components for different performance categories and areas of application. It combines active, passive and electromechanical components.
Single board computer boasts advanced 3D graphics
armStone A9r2 in PicolTX form factor is the upgraded version of armStone A9. Its processor provides high-performance, advanced 3D graphics and multimedia as well as HD video. It is available at distributor Rutronik. As a Single Board Computer (SBC), armStone A9r2 can be applied without a base board. It is especially suited for quick time-to-market.
Warehouse adds impetus to north America market push
Rutronik’s entry into the north America distribution market is gaining momentum. The company has opened the doors at its new warehouse in the USA and the Austin, Texas-based facility is now fully up and running. It serves as the central distribution centre for Rutronik customers in the USA, Canada and Mexico.
Tin plated version joins heavy duty fuse clip family
The CSO heavy duty fuse clip family has been extended by Schurter with a cost-effective tin-plated version. The CSO clip, designed for 10.3mm diameter fuses, is suitable for applications with voltages up to 1500VAC/VDC and currents to 32A. It is available at distributor Rutronik. The CSO clip is available in solder and screw/rivet versions. The solder version allows direct mounting on a printed circuit board by means of through-hole technology.
IEC outlet with IDC terminals
The new IEC Outlet with IDC Terminals from Schurter is available at distributor Rutronik. The 4710 with insulation displacement contact (IDC) provides increased power ratings over the popular 6610 series for heavier duty PDU applications. The 4710 is a J style outlet according to IEC 60320, rated 20A at 250 VAC by UL/CSA and 16A at 250VAC by ENEC.
Bluetooth Smart module aimed at IoT applications
The new PAN1760 Series Bluetooth Smart module v4.1 with integrated antenna and embedded GATT profile is a cost-effective, low-power, true system-on-chip (SoC) solution. This nanopower module for the Internet of Things, launched by Panasonic Automotive & Industrial Systems, is available at distributor Rutronik.
DDR4 memory enhances board performance
For semi-industrial applications, Fujitsu has launched the new D3402-B and D3417-B boards of the Extended Lifecycle Series. They support the new, 6th generation Intel Core processors and allow the use of DDR4 memory, that is characterised by a significant increase in performance. Both models are available at distributor Rutronik.
SD and Micro SD memory cards meet demanding applications
Thanks to the Swissbit firmware translation layer architecture (FTL) – claimed to be the world’s first implementation of a sub-page based firmware on SD cards – the new S-45 family offers several key features that cannot normally co-exist in one SD/Micro SD card: cost competitiveness, extended endurance, increased retention time, elimination of read disturb and high sustained random write performance for small data size operatio...
Chinese component maker extends footprint in Europe
Rutronik and LRC (Leshan Radio Company), a Chinese manufacturer of diodes, transistors and integrated circuits, have extended their franchise agreement to cover Europe. Rutronik is already LRC’s distribution partner for Asia. LRC is one of Asia’s largest producers of small-signal discrete semiconductors.
IoT targeted products to feature at embedded world
The Internet of Things (IoT) will be the focus for Rutronik at embedded world 2016 in Nuremberg (Feb 23-25). At Rutronik Embedded visitors will find selected components from the areas of Wireless, Displays, Boards and Storage characterised by durability, long-term availability and high integration capacity for industrial IoT applications.
Motherboards target industrial applications
The D3445-S and D3446-S motherboards from Fujitsu boast the latest generation of Intel Core processors. They are specifically designed for industrial use and are in stock at distributor Rutronik. The motherboards have been developed for continuous operation in an extended temperature range from 0°C up to +60°C and have a guaranteed availability of five years.
Distributor puts IoT centre stage at Embedded World
The Internet of Things (IoT) will be the focal point of Rutronik’;s stand at embedded world 2016 (February 23-25) in Nuremberg. At Rutronik Embedded visitors will find selected components from the areas of Wireless, Displays, Boards and Storage characterised by their durability, long-term availability and high integration capacity for industrial IoT applications.
Memory cards cope with challenging applications
The new S-450 and S-450µ series SD and Micro SD memory cards from Swissbit are aimed at demanding applications requiring high reliability and robustness. They combine SLC flash components with a powerful system architecture and intelligent firmware. The new memory cards are available at distributor Rutronik.
Rutronik includes new ESD Protection Device
The new ESDALC5-1BF4 from STMicroelectronics is a single-line ESD diode in a 0201 package, which sustains 16kV ESD surge. It is available at distributor Rutronik as of now.
SSD modules come in three form factors
The X-60 SATA III series from Swissbit is now available from distributor Rutronik. The modules are suitable for embedded applications requiring solid state storage in smaller, removable form factors. All SATA SSD modules offer a long service life combined with controlled BOM and a change notification process.
Optical sensor is a good fit for wearables
The SFH 7060 sensor is designed to measure pulse rates and the oxygen saturation level of blood. It offers excellent signal quality as well as low energy consumption and is ideal for wearables such as smartwatches and fitness armbands. It is a further development of optical sensor SFH 7050. The new sensor is available at distributor Rutronik as of now.
Ultra small package option benefits 1Mb SPI FRAM device
Distributor Rutronik has announced that it now stocks Fujitsu’s ultra small package option for the company's 1Mb SPI FRAM device, offering a solution for power critical miniature applications in sensor and wearable markets. This miniature 8 pin wafer level chip scale package (WL-CSP) is an additional package variant to the existing product MB85RS1MT.
SPI FRAM comes in ultra small package
A new ultra small package for Fujitsu’s 1Mbit SPI FRAM device is available at distributor Rutronik as of now. It is the ideal solution for power critical miniature applications in sensor and wearable markets. This new miniature 8 pin wafer level chip scale package (WL-CSP) is an additional package variant to the existing product MB85RS1MT.
Toshiba’s new photocouplers TLP7820 and TLP7920 are for current sensing and voltage sensing in power converters.
Toshiba’s TLP7820 and TLP7920 photocouplers are designed for current sensing and voltage sensing in power converters. They achieve high accuracy through the inclusion of a delta sigma ADC. Both versions are analogue output type devices and available at distributor Rutronik as of now; digital output variants will follow.
USB connectors enhanced with reversible plug orientation
The next-gen USB Type-C connectors from JAE for mobile phones, various PC, and imaging devices feature a reversible plug orientation that enables insertion and removal without minding front and back of the plug. Distributor Rutronik will offer the products one by one as soon as they are developed.