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Intepro Systems announces the introduction of its first LXI-based power supply test system which packs all the features commercial OEM’s need in one single-bay cabinet. The I-9500LXI is a fully featured automated test system that specifically addresses the growing market for AC-DC and DC-DC power converters under 1000W, including those for mobile phones, digital music and video players and most computer accessories.

Nu Horizons Electronics has announced the European launch of its recent global distribution agreement with Emerson Network Power. Nu Horizons is a globally authorized distributor of Astec and Artesyn branded standard and custom AC-DC and DC-DC power conversion products. The products are now available through Nu Horizons’ UK, German and Austrian offices.

Murata has expanded its range of power supplies with the introduction of the MPDRX series of ultra high speed response DC/DC converters. Specifically designed for use with high speed, yet sensitive circuitry, these innovative, yet cost effective devices take advantage of Murata’s advanced design and high-density packaging technologies.

Maxwell Technologies is introducing a 75V BOOSTCAP ultracapacitor module to provide a scaleable, cost-effective, low-maintenance solution to meet the backup power and power quality requirements of wind turbines and other renewable energy generation and industrial equipment applications. Maxwell developed the new module, which will be generally available early in the fourth quarter, in response to market demand for an easy-to-integrate energy stor...

Linear Technology has announced the LTC4558, a dual subscriber identity module (SIM) and Smart Card power supply IC with level translator that provides both 1.8V and 3V SIM power and digital signal level shifting in a tiny QFN package. The LTC4558 is ideal for GSM, TD-SCDMA and other 3G+ wireless applications that interface with either a 1.8V or 3V SIM or Smart Card. A channel select pin determines which channel is open for communication, while s...

Anglia has introduced a set of five complete reference designs for AC/DC switched mode power supplies based on the Power Integrations range of ICs. The Anglia Design Accelerator Kits (ADAK) have been designed by Anglia Designs to provide all the essential materials necessary to demonstrate the advanced features of the power chips, and to offer a reference design that can either be used to produce a working power supply or be customised to meet in...

Following its appointment as an authorised distributor for SynQor, the PowerSupplyShop has now made their products available online from their redesigned website. SynQor have an established reputation as innovators in the DC/DC Converters world and were among the first to employ synchronous rectification to achieve very high efficiencies. The resultant low heat output has allowed SynQor to eliminate the need for potting their products and having ...

Catalyst has added three new devices to its voltage supervisors product line. The new CAT823, CAT824 and CAT825 voltage supervisors are available in a choice of seven standard threshold levels: 4.63V, 4.38V, 3.08V, 2.93V, 2.63V, 2.32V and 2.19V. In addition to an active-low reset output included on all three devices, the CAT823 also offers a manual reset and a watchdog input, while the CAT824 provides an additional active-high reset and a watch...

Ericsson Power Modules has introduced an evaluative level MicroTCA power module aimed at telecom equipment manufacturers and system integrators. It is likely that MicroTCA will be used in many different types of both applications and Information and Communication Technology equipment, and those nearest to adopting are most likely for edge and access equipment.

Emerson Network Power has introduced cover kits for the Artesyn NLP250, Artesyn TLP150 and Astec LPS120 series of ac-dc power supplies. These power supplies are popular choices with OEMs and system integrators seeking ready-to-use packages in the 120 to 250 watt power band. Until now, the power supplies have only been available in open-frame, or non-enclosed, versions. The cover kits are designed to simplify mechanical integration of the power su...