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Back flip connector offers dual contact functionality

Hirose has expanded its back flip FPC/FFC connector offering with a 0.5mm pitch version offering dual contact functionality to simplify flex routing. The space-saving TF07V Series is 2.1mm high, suiting consumer electronics, industrial robotic and medical applications requiring connectivity solutions combining miniaturization and ruggedization. In addition to higher reliability, the top and bottom contact design … Read more

New distribution partner for FIDO2 solutions

IT service provider Net Universe and storage, security and embedded IoT solutions specialist Swissbit have entered a sales partnership. Net Universe is expanding its cybersecurity portfolio and will now offer Swissbit’s iShield Key product series for protecting online accounts with strong, flexible hardware authentication, led by the hardware security token iShield Key Pro. Swissbit’s director sales, embedded IoT solutions Americas, Kai Imgenberg, said: … Read more

Battery holder industry at crucial juncture

MPD’s CEO, Daniel B Lynch Sr, explains how the battery holder industry is being influenced by trends shaping its future direction and impacting purchasers. Technology advancements: The industry is moving towards adoption of solid- state batteries, which offer a significant improvement over traditional lithium-ion batteries regarding energy density and safety. Solid- state batteries are expected … Read more

Supply chain participants brimming with confidence

ECIA’s December Electronic Component Sales Trend (ECST) survey has revealed a significant jump in optimism, representing an extremely healthy start to the year. Following a year of overall index scores languishing between 72.2 and 90.6, respondents to the December Electronic Component Sales Trend (ECST) survey are suddenly and strikingly optimistic in their expectations for January … Read more

A Real ‘Golden Oldie’

Princeps demonstrates that even when something is obviously wrong, the origins of some suspect parts are harder to positively identify than others The parts in question were sourced from a European broker since the component was made obsolete back in the 1980s. The only stock available was this 1986 ‘vintage’. However, on receipt, it became … Read more

New fast switching MOSFETS

Central Semiconductor announces the introduction of several new 650V Super Junction N-Channel MOSFETs designed for high-voltage, fast-switching applications. The latest additions, available in TO-220FP packaging, include: CDMSJ2204.7-650 (4.7A), CDMSJ2207.3-650 (7.3A), CDMSJ22010-650 (10A), CDMSJ22013.8-650 (13.8A) and CDMSJ22029-650 (29A). The company states the devices feature a unique die structure, which supports high- voltage with comparatively low on-resistance and fast switching speeds. … Read more

OKW’s HAND-TERMINAL Plastic Enclosures Now In Two Versions

OKW’s HAND-TERMINAL industrial electronic enclosures are now available in two versions, offering the choice of a closed or open top. These sealed plastic enclosures (IP 65 optional) are designed specifically for heavy-duty handheld devices. Applications include machine control, mobile terminals, measurement, programmers and data collection. Ergonomic HAND-TERMINAL offers plenty of space for operating elements, displays, … Read more

Bluetooth modules cover legacy and migration

Mouser Electronics is now stocking Laird Connectivity’s Vela IF820 Bluetooth 5.4 dual-mode modules. The products marry the benefits of Infineon Technologies’ low-power, high-performance AIROC CYW20820 silicon, hardware, software and other tools with Laird Connectivity’s robust, value-added application software, services certification and support capabilities. The series offers a range of dual-mode, flexible modules, adapters and development kits that enable a single module to cover legacy Classic Bluetooth … Read more

MIL-QPL parts ready to ship

Foremost Electronics can now offer manufacturers of defence systems a wide range of APEM components, manufactured with MIL-QPL military standards. Read on for some product examples. Night vision compatible 8mm diameter LED indicators are compatible with night vision goggles and compliant to MIL- STD-3009. They are available in black or anodized, front panel and rear epoxy sealed … Read more

New generation transistors join line card

Rutronik has added Infineon’s StrongIRFET 2 MOSFETs to its product portfolio. The new generation is designed to offer higher power efficiency, leading to improved overall system performance. Due to a higher current load tolerance, several parallel connected components are no longer necessary, saving PCB space and reducing costs. The transistors are in stock and available in different housing variants such as TO-220; TO-220 FullPAK, D2PAK, D2PAK 7-pin, … Read more

Supercapacitors suit automotive applications

Rutronik has expanded its range of automotive Supercapacitors with Kemet’s new automotive grade types FMD0H334ZF, FU0H105ZF and FMU0H334ZF. The company states optimized design and materials enable a long service life up to 1,000 hours at 85°C (FMD, FU) and 105°C (FMU). The components also meet the special requirements of the THB test (85°C/85% rH/1,000h) for … Read more

Supporting bespoke connectivity solutions

TTI Europe has acquired Raffenday, a specialist manufacturer and distributor of low and high-voltage cable assemblies and interconnect component solutions for the automotive and transportation markets. With production and a distribution centre in the UK, plus facilities in Slovakia, Raffenday’s technical resources and value-added services complement TTI’s capabilities. TTI Europe’s VP marketing, Geoff Breed, said: … Read more