Passives

One of Europe’s leading switch manufacturers, knitter-switch, announces a new series of pushbutton switches that will find wide interest among manufacturers of test and measurement instruments, multimedia devices and industrial automation systems.

Two new families of AC power switches from STMicroelectronics, a leading supplier of power semiconductors, simplify the design of domestic appliances and industrial equipment by integrating surge protection that meets the international standard IEC 61000-4-5, which is usually implemented using external components.

Teledyne Relays has introduced the SRF300/SRF303 series of ultraminature broadband TO-5 relays. Designed to be a practical surface-mount solution that simplifies pc board manufacturing and solder joint inspection, the relay permits easy removal and replacement using hand tools.

Vishay has announced that it has extended the available power ratings for its ACAS AT series of precision thin film chip resistor arrays with the release of the new ACAS 0606 AT. Featuring two integrated resistors on one substrate, the resistor array offers a high film temperature of + 155 °C, a maximum power dissipation rating of 0.125 W per resistor, and is AEC-Q200 qualified.

Vishay Intertechnology has released new 300W, 600W, and 800W thick film power resistors featuring a small size and a broad range of resistance values. The new Vishay Sfernice LPS300, LPS600, and LPS800 thick film resistors are non-inductive (< 0.1 µH) and provide a wide resistance range of 0.3 Ω to 900 kΩ. Featuring compact footprints of 57-mm by 60-mm and low weight of 83 grams, the devices save valuable space on the circuit board, al...

Vishay has announced two new series of Bulk Metal Foil ultra-high-precision Accutrim trimming potentiometers designed to meet and exceed the requirements of MIL-PRF-39035 Char. H. The approved 1/4-in square RJ26-style 1240 series, and 3/8-in square RJ24-style 1260 series devices offer low end-to-end TCR of ±10 ppm/°C from − 55 °C to + 150 °C, + 25 °C ref., and ± 25 ppm/°C through the wiper, load life stability of 0.1 % typical under ...

ON Semiconductor has introduced the industry’s first integrated common mode choke and electrostatic discharge protection IC for high-speed data line applications. The new NUC2401MN combines high bandwidth differential filtering, solid common mode stop band attenuation and world class ESD protection.

ZF Electronics, formerly Cherry Electrical Products, has appointed Futura Electronics as a franchised distributor for its brand-leading range of switches, controls and sensors in Ireland. With a broad range of franchises and products, Futura services sectors as diverse as Computer, Medical, Automotive, Pharmaceutical, Energy, Telecoms, Security, Aerospace, Controls, Automation, Mining, Road Safety, Transportation and Construction.

AVX has developed a SMD solid tantalum capacitor that delivers 1000 hours of continuous operation at 200°C with derating.Designated the THJ 200C SMD Series, the tantalum capacitor is based on a unique design, distinct manufacturing processes and special ageing techniques, which guarantees high-temperature performance for a variety of harsh environment applications, such as oil and gas drilling, aerospace, defense and automotive.

Hendon Semiconductors has announced the IES5523A, a Simple Zero-Crossing Triac Control Circuit with Adjustable Time-Out. The IES5523A extends the functionality of the IES5521A to include a time-out indicator. Both the IES5521A and IES5523A are suitable for a wide range of personal and home appliance applications.