Passives

Murata has released its BLM15P series of chip ferrite bead inductors in 0402 packages. These tiny parts measure 1.0 by 0.5 by 0.5mm, achieving a footprint that is over 60% smaller than the 0603 types offered previously, without degradation in performance. The devices are suitable for EMI reduction on DC power lines and low speed signal lines where the smaller packaging reduces board space.

Live Electronics, the specialist electromechanical distributor, is releasing the PS011 series of illuminated keyboard switches which are optionally available with tactile feedback or silent ‘no click’ operation. The high-brightness PS011 range also features: three button cap size options; single or bi-coloured LED illumination; and long (4.5mm) travel. 12, 15 or 17.4mm² caps can be customized using legends, whilst the on-board PCB real estat...

CAN Series varistors from AVX Corporation are specifically designed to provide ESD protection in controlled-area-network (CAN) applications, predominantly in automotive electronics. The zinc-oxide (ZnO) based, multilayer ceramic varistors feature non-linear, bi-directional voltage-current characteristics similar to back-to-back Zener diodes and an EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) capacitor in parallel. This “equivalent” capacitor e...

AntennaGuard multilayer ceramic transient voltage suppressors from AVX Corporation, a leading manufacturer of advanced passive components, target RF-antenna and RF-amplifier protection. These devices are zinc-oxide (ZnO) based, multilayer ceramic chips in 0402 and 0603 sizes and feature non-linear, bi-directional voltage-current characteristics similar to back-to-back Zener diodes and an EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) capacitor in parallel.

NIC Components Europe has extended its popular NRSG radial leaded miniature aluminum electrolytic capacitor range with the addition of 63VDC and 100VDC parts. Characterized by ultra low impedance, long life and high stability at low temperatures, the NRSG series is ideal for use in industrial control applications such as switching power supplies and converters.

A monolithic chip coil series of power inductors from Murata, the LQM2HP series, features a package size of just 2.5 by 2.0 by 1.1mm (1008 size). These multilayer power inductors use Murata’s proprietary ceramic materials and innovative inner electrode design. They enable board space savings of up to 44% without performance degradation when compared to wirewound parts.

TAIYO YUDEN's new CKP2520 multilayer chip power inductors achieve better performance compared to the company’s previous industry-leading CKP series parts. The -2R2 part, for example, offers DC resistance and rated current improvements of 35% and 44%, respectively. With an EIA 1008 case size footprint of 2.5 x 2.0mm and a maximum height of only 1.0mm, CKP2520 devices facilitate the design of thinner, higher-performance, multifunction cell phones...

Just announced by specialist distributor, Admiral Microwaves, is a range of millimeter wave switches manufactured by the world class manufacturer, Herley. The Series 90 switches are designed for defence and aerospace applications, and also suit a growing range of devices in the medical and scientific equipment sectors.

The Contrinex Series 700, the world’s toughest range of stainless-steel, inductive sensors, now includes versions with an M8 sensor plus M12 connector allowing system designers to use compact high performance sensors while standardising on M12 connector format.

Live Electronics releases the 6M series of new lightweight and compact slide switches from Dailywell. RoHS compliant and suitable for lead-free soldering, the 6M series offers side or top slide action, four pin configurations, single or double pole switching with or without centre-off, and silver or gold plated pin options.