Passives

High energy double sided chip (HDSC) resistors are the latest addition to TT Electronics’ range of pulse withstanding chip resistors. HDSC chip resistors are untrimmed for improved pulse performance and target industrial and medical applications such as power supplies, circuit breakers, and medical monitor input protection.

A series of high-reliability thick-film chip resistors from KOA that are designed for high-precision use cases such as automation in industrial application or battery designs in the automotive sector are in stock at RS Components. The RS73 series of ultra-high-precision metal-glaze thick-film resistors offer tolerances of ±0.1% and a TCR of 25 ppm/°C.  

A series of radial-leaded high voltage single layer ceramic disc capacitors in compact sizes has been unveiled by Vishay. Delivering high capacitance values of 2nF, Vishay Roederstein’s HVCC series capacitors offer guaranteed load life performance of 1000 h at 125 % rated voltage and +105 °C.

Thermal jumper chips that enable circuit designers to manage temperature rise in compact power electronic assemblies have been released by TT Electronics. The TJC series provide a thermally conductive pathway with electrical isolation for management of PCB hotspot areas.

Said to reduce assembly time by 60%, a series of LVAC power capacitors featuring ESTAspring, a lever-operated spring terminal connection, has been introduced by Vishay. The ESTA PhMKP series increases connection reliability in high vibration applications.

SMD multilayer varistors from TDK EPCOS provide reliable surge and ESD protection for sensitive components and are now available from TTI. Offering high reliability and long-term stability they are ideal for applications such as smart home and security devices.

  Stackpole’s HCSK2725 is an all metal technology shunt with a raised element to provide current handling with low self heating. The 5W rated HCSK2725 is available in in a 1Ω value with TCR of 50ppm/°C with other resistance values under development.

Provider of on-demand RF and microwave components, Fairview Microwave, has introduced a new line of relay controlled programmable attenuators that offer accurate and stable performance with very low harmonic distortion (IMD) and cover multiple RF frequency bands down to DC. 

Manufacturer and supplier of advanced electronic components, AVX, has released the industry’s first multilayer varistor (MLV) transient voltage suppression (TVS) devices rated for 175°C operation. The new TransGuard VT Series high-temperature MLVs provide reliable bidirectional overvoltage protection across operating temperatures extending from -55°C to +175°C with zero derating across the entire range.

Automotive-grade AC-line-rated ceramic disc capacitors, manufactured by Vishay are in stock at distributor RS Components. The high-reliability radial-mounting AY1 series is qualified to AEC-Q200, meeting the stringent demands for use in automotive.