Würth Elektronik eiSos is expanding its range of terminal block push-on connectors in the WR-TBL series, based on the wire-protection principle, with a number of new products. A total of eight new series now complement the already available product portfolio, both in the classic 5.00mm pitch as well as in the form of new push-on connectors in the contact-space pitches 7.5 and 10mm.

Würth Elektronik iBE is bringing an SMT-capable storage choke into the market which is pick-and-place and reflow-capable. The WE-FLAT-I flat wire power inductor is a storage choke with low DC resistance, high current rating, high saturation current magnetisation and an operating temperature that ranges from -40 to +150°C. A narrow air gap in the leg reduces the stray field. With its low, compact construction, the component offers excelle...

With RED EXPERT, Würth Elektronik eiSos has published an online tool which developers can simulate the power inductors from Würth Elektronik. With just a few clicks, the power inductors are selected and the complete AC losses calculated. The special feature: RED EXPERT enables the 'world's most' precise loss calculation, because it is not based on the known Steinmetz models with sinusoidal excitation, but rather is derived and validated...

Wireless power coils for wearables are now available from Würth Elektronik. The company are offering two transmitter coils and three receiver coils which are adapted to the already existing standard chip sets for the WPC Qi standard, making it easy to use already available designs by exchanging the coils for wearables.

On its homepage, Würth Elektronik now offers a service for electronics manufacturers as well as EMC laboratories. Using a directory of more than 400 laboratories worldwide, manufacturers can search for the right partners for EMC tests and certifications. A selection page makes it easy to search among different criteria and areas of specialisation. For test labs the directory provides a way to establish contact with new customers using the fr...

Würth Elektronik eiSos is expanding its programme of free seminars. In addition to popular events on EMC and power design, seminars are now being offered in the area of electromechanics. In the seminars, the speakers deepen the knowledge of electronics developers and technicians in order to improve selection and use of Würth Elektronik eiSos components in applications.

The STAR-FIX and STAR-GAP snap ferrites are among the best-known products from Würth Elektronik eiSos. Many innovative details of the split ferrite cores are protected by patents for additional interference suppression. Now the cable prefixing has been patented, which thanks to a special conduction, prevents the cable from jamming during assembly.

Würth Elektronik eiSos and the University of Valencia are working together to establish a Chair for EMC. An agreement has now been signed by Dr. Esteban Morcillo Sánchez, Vice Chancellor, University of Valencia, and Oliver Konz & Thomas Schrott, Würth Elektronik eiSos CEOs.

The WPC announced the addition of the 15W and multi-device charging options to the Qi standard. Draft versions of the specifications were released to its members.

At PCIM Europe 2015, which takes place from 19th to 21st May in Nuremburg, Germany, Würth Elektronik will exhibit its passive components in hall 7, booth 219. 

The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) has made two draft specifications available to its members that extend the capabilities of the Qi wireless power standard.The first extension of the Qi specification, called Volume II: Medium Power, enables fast charging of smart phones with up to 15W delivered into the battery.

High-frequency applications, especially in the area of radio technology, require air coils with a particularly high Q-factor. Targeting current market requirements for this area of applications, Würth Electronik has expanded its portfolio of WE-CAIR air coils with design types 1322 and 1340. These types are one-third flatter than the current series of products.

An online tool to aid the selection of transformers for discontinuous mode, flyback, SMPS designs has been launched by Würth Elektronik. When input voltage range, switching frequency, output voltages and current are entered, the Smart Transformer Selector (STS) will return a list of prequalified, off-the-shelf transformers.

Würth Electronics Midcom has created models of all custom magnetics form factors available in their Custom Capabilities Catalog. The custom magnetics models are available in downloadable libraries containing over 90 different form factors, including bobbin and header style packages.

Providing an introduction into capacitor technology, a handbook titled ‘ABC of Capacitors - Basics, Characteristics and Capacitor Types’ has been published by Würth Elektronik eiSos. Written by Stephan Menzel, the reference book discusses the wide range of capacitor types, their properties and parameters.

  A profitable alternative to soldering, Würth Elektronik's robust PowerOne elements are suitable for supplying and distributing high currents in PCB-based systems. Depending on pin configuration and layout, currents of up to 1000A are possible.

 At electronica 2014, from 11th to 14th November in Munich, Würth Elektronik will present its portfolio of standard and fully customisable electronic and electromechanical components. Products on show include X2 class foil capacitors, which operate alongside the Würth Elektronik’s filters, MLCC capacitors in 0402-1812 class sizes, snap-in aluminium electrolyte capacitors and variants in SMD, THT configurations.

Visit the Würth Elektronik stand (A2.602) where attendees will be guided quickly and flexibly through the PCB jungle. Product highlights on the Würth booth include SKEDD PCB connecting technology, which enables cables, plug connectors, boards and components to be connected directly to the PCB.

A USB 2.0 type A jack, claimed to be the world's first USB jack with an integrated EMC filter and ESD protection, has been released by Würth Elektronik eiSos. The WE-EPLE USB jack has the same dimensions as, and is pad-compatible, with most conventional USB jacks. Existing designs can be quickly upgraded to EMC-compatible designs. 

Receiving a UL Mark for flex-rigid printed circuit boards is not easy, as there are many different combinations of materials and configurations. After a time-intensive and close coordination with the UL engineers, an enormous amount of test patterns and high costs, Würth Elektronik was able to record a big achievement: four flex-rigid printed circuit boards received the UL Listing. Currently, approximately 50% of all of Würth Elektronik...