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12th May 2020
Reference design: Broadcom ACPL-352J / ACPL-337J with Infineon 1200V/600V EasyPIM/EconoPIM IGBT
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This new IGBT reference design using Broadcom Isolation and Infineon Power Integration Modules can speed up the time to market with its 3-phase Half-bridge design. The reference design uses the Broadcom ACPL-352J and ACPL-337J Gate Drivers with Infineon 1200V/600V EasyPIM and EconoPIM IGBT Modules.
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13th May 2020
The Importance of Microwave Switching for Automated Test
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When architecting a test system that includes Microwave instrumentation, whether for military, aerospace, automotive or semiconductor applications, it is advantageous to design in a signal routing or switching system. Switching subsystems can bring great benefit to an automated test strategy, reducing overall cost and increasing the throughput of test. Switching signals at microwave frequencies offers unique challenges.
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11th May 2020
More Protection for Enclosures & Cabinets
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The industry’s lowest cost louvered filter fan kit is now available with slide or hinged louvered guards and reusable air filters protecting enclosures/cabinets from dust, dirt and moisture. Orion Fans’ new line of reusable specialty air filters offer low pressure drop, water resistance or fire protection and can achieve up to an IP68 and Type 12 rating. Available at Digi-Key.
Design
7th May 2020
Highly integrated car-lock controller boosts safety
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The STMicroelectronics L99UDL01 universal highly integrated car-lock IC integrates six MOSFET half-bridge outputs and two half-bridge gate drivers with protection and diagnostic functions that enhance safety, simplify design, and save space.
Micros
7th May 2020
MCUs target industrial automation applications
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Two lines of microcontrollers, the RX66N and RX72N, from Renesas Electronics aimed at industrial automation applications are now being shipped by distributor Mouser Electronics.
Cables/Connecting
7th May 2020
Harwin introduces FPC assemblies with Hi-Rel connectors
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Harwin has announced that it now offers both its Datamate J-Tek and Gecko high-reliability (Hi-Rel) connectors with FPC assemblies attached for situations where there is little space above the board surface.
Medical
6th May 2020
COVID-19 tracing app fails NHS and cyber security tests
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It has been reported that the government’s anticipated COVID-19 tracing app has failed crucial security tests and is not yet safe enough to be rolled out across the UK. It is understood the system has failed all tests needed in order for it to be included in the NHS Apps Library, including cyber security, clinical safety and performance.
Cables/Connecting
7th May 2020
Cable entry grommet withstands water ingress
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It’s easy as 1-2-3 to install is the claim made for the icotek new KEL-SCDP single cable entry plate, which is now available at Foremost Electronics.
Automotive
11th May 2020
ADAS: Rebirth for the automotive industry
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At Yole, analysts estimate, the global market for radars, cameras, LiDARs and computing ADAS should reach $8.7bn in 2020. Almost half of this market revenue will be generated by radars with $3.8bn, followed by cameras with $3.5bn. LiDARs will not be significant, accounting for$0.04bn and computing ADAS will generate $1.4bn.
Production
11th May 2020
Top tips for micro, electrical and drag soldering
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In this month’s edition of Hakko Tech Tips, we will specifically look at micro soldering, soldering electrical components and drag soldering. We will also highlight how to combat electrostatic discharge, the importance of cleaning and look at different Hakko systems that can make light work of more challenging soldering operations.
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