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Z-Communications has announced two fixed frequency synthesisers, the SFS10625E-LF and SFS11800C-LF. The SFS10625E-LF is a single frequency PLL solution that is pre-programmed to operate at 10.625GHz and the X-band SFS11800C-LF is a single frequency synthesiser that operates at 11.8GHz.

Expanding the company's line of power shunt resistors, KOA Speer Electronics has introduced the PSI and PSE series to address higher current applications. The 3W (PSI) and 5W (PSE) power ratings enable these resistors to offer a smooth current flow making them suitable for large current detecting.

Providing sub-meter accuracy on physical locations, Broadcom's 5G WiFi (802.11ac) SoC is being used to deliver pinpoint indoor positioning technology. The BCM43462 SoC, featuring Broadcom's new AccuLocate technology, enables retailers and public venue operators to deliver more personalized experiences to consumers.

A family of high performance DC/DC converter modules, the ERM family, has been launched by Artesyn Embedded Technologies. The devices meet the power demands and safety standard requirements of railway rolling stock applications.

The PATT precision automotive thin film chip resistor, from Vishay Intertechnology, is now available in the 0805 case size. Featuring high-temperature operation to +155°C with 100% power dissipation, derated linearly to 0 mW at +250°C, the company claims the device provides a nearly 85°C extension in operating temperature range over conventional chip resistors.

Expanding the company's XLPII multi-core communications processor family, Broadcom has announced the XLP500 series with 32 NXCPUs and performance up to 80Gb/s. According to the manufacturer, the communications processor delivers up to four times the per-core performance of competing processors.

The 2014 version of the company's proprietary electromagnetic simulation tool, CST STUDIO SUITE has been updated and enhanced by Computer Simulation Technology. The 2014 edition has been developed to improve the performance of the solvers and increase the capabilities for hybrid simulation without compromising on usability.

Specifically designed for LTE & 4G base stations, the IQCM-100 GPS advanced OCXO (Oven Controlled Crystal Oscillator) module has been introduced by IQD Frequency Products. It achieves a holdover specification of 1.5ms over a 24 hour period when locked to a 1PPS (Pulse Per Second) input from an external GPS receiver, easily meeting industry standard holdover requirements.

Designed for the passenger railway market in the EMEA region, the RailTuff BE43802 cable has been launched by Belden. The Cat 7 Ethernet data cable has a transmission performance of 10 Gbps, allowing the integration of multiple on board applications; effectively making cable installations future proof.

Withstanding the high shock and vibration typically found in railway applications, Optima Stantron has designed and successfully tested cabinets to meet both North American (AREMA) and European (CENELEC) railway standards. Optima Stantron designed the welded and riveted frame by modifying the standard M1 cabinet frame design.