Passives

Finder has announced the introduction of the 41.81 series of solid-state relays, which offer silent, high-speed switching of AC or DC loads, to meet the need for relays that operate reliably at rapid machine cycle rates, with minimum maintenance and without incurring mechanical wear. The 41.81 series is aimed at designers and system integrators of automation and processing equipment, including mechanical handling, assembly and filling machines, a...

Zytronic’s ZYTOUCH touch sensors have been selected by Abuzz Technologies for use in its globally deployed, award-winning interactive wayfinding kiosk product, the Edge. Using Zytronic’s unique projected capacitive technology (PCT), the Edge provides stylish looks whilst satisfying the high ergonomic and safety requirements of installations which are typically situated in busy public areas.

Idec A6-series miniature control units from Live Electronics, the new specialist electromechanical distributor, comprise illuminated and non-illuminated pushbutton switches, pilot lights, selectors, key switches and a push-lock/turn-reset switch. The devices offer a long life, 16mm circular mounting-hole format and a wide range of switching functions and actuator styles.

A new range of rocker switches from Marquardt, protected to IP65, is now available from Quadrant, the Hertfordshire-based connector and cable component distributor.

Texas Instruments has introduced today a family of battery charger front-end integrated circuits, which dramatically increases protection when charging a cell phone or other portable electronic device. The 2 mm x 2 mm safety circuits protect a system from input over-voltage, over-current and battery over-voltage conditions, which may result from a power spike during charging, or a defective or incorrect wall adapter.

Surface-mount X7R multilayer ceramic chip capacitors (MLCCs) manufactured by Vishay and available from TTI, Inc., the world’s leading authorized specialist distributor of passive, connector and electromechanical components, claim an industry first with a unique patent-pending internal design structure that prevents surface arc over at high voltages. Called HVArc Guard and designated VJ1206, VJ1210, VJ1808 and VJ1812, the MLCCs also deliver maxi...

Lorlin Electronics has announced a new model in its highly successful DSL high security mains lock switch range. The new model offers a non-latching spring-return action intended for safety and security applications or where control by authorised users only is essential. The spring-return action is particularly useful for control or reset functions of electronic or electrical equipment or machinery that must not be left unattended during operatio...

Available in the UK from Aerco is what the company says is the world’s first precision, two-axis, non-contacting mini displacement joystick. The Ultra MSI Model 5000C offers more tactility than a mini-force joystick, converting operator input to analogue output voltages proportional to angle of the joystick. A highly ergonomic knob provides tactile feedback to the operator even when used with gloves.

Quantum Research Group has announced the newest member of its family of capacitive touch sensor products. The QT102, available in a SOT-23-6 package, is a unique one-channel touch on/touch off sensor chip with integral power management and safety functionality. These functions make it perfect for battery-driven applications and mains-driven products with stringent power management requirements, such as kitchen and home appliances.

knitter-switch, Europe’s largest switch manufacturer, announces the introduction of its new range of vandal-proof push button switches. The PV series switches have been designed for applications in harsh environments, where security and reliability are paramount. Four of the switch families in the PV range feature metal bodies and one is plastic, all have metal actuators. Four out of the five models meet IP65 levels of protection against water ...