TDK announce an expansion of its portfolio of MHQ-P high Q multilayer inductors with the miniature MHQ0603P in case size IEC 0603. Measuring just 0.65 mm x 0.35 mm x 0.35 mm, the new inductor features the highest Q factor for any multilayer inductor of its size and is suited for RF applications such as smartphones, tablet PCs and other mobile devices. Mass production began in July 2013.

TDK Corporation announce two series of EPCOS aluminum electrolytic capacitors in extremely compact snap-in designs. The dimensions of the new B43640* and B43644* series are 22 x 25 mm to 35 x 55 mm, depending on the type. Thus, both series are significantly more compact than previous series for identical rated voltage and capacitance values. Moreover, both series feature very high ripple current capability.

TDK has announced the new MLP1005M1R0D multilayer power inductor in case size IEC 1005. The new MLP series component measures just 1.0 mm x 0.5 mm x 0.7 mm, and therefore is the world's smallest multilayer power inductor. The footprint and the volume of the new inductor are about 60 percent smaller than existing products in the market.

TDK Corporation announces the extension of the TDK-Lambda GWS500 series power supplies with the addition of two low output voltage models. Combining the same high efficiency, high power density and low standby power characteristics as other models within the GWS500 series, the 5V and 7.5V models are well-suited for fitting into 1U enclosures.

TDK today announced the world’s smallest SMD pulse transformers for LAN applications. With dimensions of only 3.2 x 3.2 x 2.8 mm3, the new ALT3232M has 30 percent lower volume and footprint than previous products.

TDK Corporation announces that 600W models have been added to its TDK-Lambda Z+ Series of programmable DC power supplies. Complementing the Z+200, Z+400 and Z+800 ranges, these 600W programmable power supplies offer the same superior features and carry a 5-year warranty. Addressing the need for high quality bench-top power supplies for the R&D environment, the TDK-Lambda Z+600 range shares the same dimensions as the other Z+ ranges and thus offer...

TDK Corporation presents a new series of rugged EPCOS axial-lead aluminum electrolytic capacitors for automotive electronics. These components are distinguished by their very high ripple current capability and vibration resistance. Thanks to the very low ESR values and a further reduction in internal thermal resistance, the self-heating of the new B41689* series is significantly lower. This allows the ripple current capability to be increased by ...

TDK Corporation has developed a miniaturized multilayer chip bead series in case size 0603 (EIA 0201) that is nearly 80 percent smaller in volume and 65 percent in area than existing MMZ1005-E types with comparable performance. The new MMZ0603-E series of multilayer chip beads combines compact dimensions of just 0.6 x 0.3 x 0.3 mm³ with excellent electrical characteristics.

TDK Corporation has expanded its leading portfolio of automotive-grade MLCCs with new mid-voltage types featuring C0G temperature characteristics and rated voltages from 100 V to 630 V. The new components in the CGA series offer capacitance values that are very high for C0G components. In particular, the IEC 5750 (EIA 2220) MLCC with dimensions of 5.7 mm x 5.0 mm has a capacitance of 100 nF and is rated for 630 V, which is the world’s highest v...

TDK Corporation has added a 24Vdc input series to its TDK-Lambda CN-A family of railway DC-DC power modules. A robust, baseplate-cooled, quarter-brick 50W module, the CN50A24 is compliant with all applicable railway standards for both rolling stock and fixed installations, and its high-reliability design affords a long warranty period of 5 years.

TDK Corporation announces that TDK-Lambda UK will be presenting its latest additions to its industry-leading medical power supplies on its stand 520 at this year’s MEDTEC UK. Satisfying a broad range of medical and dental equipment applications, TDK-Lambda offers standard medical AC-DC power supply ranges from 15W to 1500W, including configurable power supplies with up to 16 outputs.

TDK Corporation has announced two new types of the BR7000 series of EPCOS power factor controllers. The BR7000-T power factor controller offers 15 transistor outputs instead of 15 relay outputs. It is designed for applications that require fast switching operations and enables delay-free switching of thyristor modules, such as the EPCOS TSM series.

TDK Corporation is pleased to announce that TDK-Lambda UK’s Load Sharing Apparatus patent application has been approved for grant by the UK Intellectual Property Office. “In systems that are required to operate with high reliability, it is often necessary to operate multiple power supplies in parallel,” explains Andy Skinner, Chief Technology Officer at TDK-Lambda EMEA.

TDK announces the introduction of an upgraded TDK-Lambda Rapid Selector. “The most important, recent change with the introduction of the upgraded Rapid Selector is to integrate the dedicated Vega AC-DC power supply configurator program. The selector now covers all product ranges,” explains Paul Goodwin, Product Manager at TDK-Lambda EMEA.

TDK Corporation announces the introduction of the TDK-Lambda RFE1600 series of front end power supplies – 1.6kW 1U high units for stand alone and distributed power architecture (DPA) applications requiring reliable 12V, 24V, 32V and 48V bulk power in the communications, test and industrial markets.

TDK Corporation has expanded the proven EPCOS B84771* IEC inlet filter series with two new series: The B84773* series features an integrated fuse, while the B84776* series has both a switch and a fuse. All series are also available as versions for medical applications with a maximum leakage current of 2 µA. This makes them particularly suitable for applications for which a minimized leakage current is important.

TDK Corporation presents EPCOS MKP film capacitors of the B3267xPx series with a significantly reduced volume. For example the type with a capacitance of 1 µF and a rated voltage of 450 V DC has dimensions of only 8.0 x 17.5 x 13.0 mm³ thanks to a high capacitance density with a lead spacing of 10 mm. This corresponds to a volume reduction of around 40 percent compared with the predecessor type with a lead spacing of 15 mm.

TDK has unveiled a new series of highly integrated, multi-channel power management modules for smartphones and tablets. Based on TDK’s SESUB technology (semiconductor embedded in substrate), the new module is the world’s first IC embedded power management module for smartphones and tablets. Aimed at reducing lead times and development costs for manufacturers of smartphones and tablets, the new product features a power supply management IC chi...

TDK Corporation has expanded its CKG series of MEGACAP Type MLCCs to include miniature 1608 to 3216 (EIA 0603 to 1206) packages. Until now these MLCCs were available only in 3225 to 5750 packages (EIA 1210 to 2220). With dimensions of only 1.9 x 1.3 x 1.5 mm³ the new 1608 components are the world’s smallest automotive-grade MLCCs in the mega cap class.

TDK Corporation presents the new CGA1 series of 0603 (EIA 0201) MLCCs for use in automotive electronics applications. With dimensions of only 0.6 x 0.3 x 0.3 mm³, the new components offer rated voltages from 6.3 V to 50 V, thus including the world’s first 0603 X7R MLCC with a rated voltage of 50 V. The 0603 package is the smallest used by the automotive industry.