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Buying into USB Type-C speed and reliability

Rutronik is offering Molex’ USB Type-C connectors which future-proof interface solutions for industrial and consumer electronics applications. The connectors support data rates up to 40 Gbit/s (USB4), currents up to 5.0 A and power delivery up to 100 W. The connectors suit applications with high power requirements and limited space, such as portable medical devices, … Read more

Rethinking obsolescence management in a post-shortage world

Rebound Electronics’ ROM Support Programme empowers manufacturers to address obsolescence early using flexible component selection and innovative engineering. Component obsolescence has become a growing concern for manufacturers across the electronics industry. Once considered a routine supply chain issue, it is now a significant strategic challenge. Recent global disruptions, supply shortages and manufacturing shifts have accelerated … Read more

Counterfeit threats: electronics industry evolving its defenses

A2 Global Electronics + Solutions’ CEO, Frank Cavallaro explains how combating counterfeit components demands vigilance, investment and smarter partnerships. As the semiconductor supply chain normalizes in 2025, many industry observers are cautiously optimistic. Yet, even as the demand picture improves in some regions and product categories, so does the risk of counterfeit electronic components, especially … Read more

Supporting power across EMEA

TDK has selected Arrow Electronics as its first pan-European distributor for TDK-Lambda products. Arrow Electronics will provide design-in support through its solution field application engineer teams across EMEA. The agreement is designed to cover applications across industries including medical, industrial, automotive, new energy and more. TDK-Lambda Europe’s distribution director EMEA, Florian Seifriz, said: “We are … Read more

Transitioning to high efficiency phosphor converted amber LEDs

With high-efficiency phosphor converted amber LEDs available and demonstrating proven lifetime characteristics, Forge’s ECS stand is the perfect place to explore their benefits. The professional display and signage sector has relied on amber and yellow LEDs for many years. These technologies enable robust, reliable dot-matrix panels and provide sufficient brightness to remain visible in outdoor … Read more

High-speed photo relays optimised for semiconductor test

Rutronik has introduced Toshiba’s TLP3414S and TLP3431S, new high-speed photo relays for semiconductor testing. Improved infrared LEDs and optimised photodiode arrays in these models enable switch-on times to be reduced by up to 62 per cent to 150 µs while maintaining signal quality. This significantly increases efficiency in test systems. In addition, the 20 per … Read more

Displays, embedded, design, manufacturing and more

Meet Review Display Systems at ECS to explore advanced embedded systems and high-performance displays engineered for industrial, medical and military applications. With over four decades of expertise, Review Display Systems (RDS) is a leading supplier of industrial display technologies, embedded hardware and bespoke design solutions, trusted by global innovators like McLaren, Ford and Airbus. As … Read more

Offering RF power and metrology solutions

Sager Electronics and Advanced Energy have announced the addition of the TEGAM product brand to Sager’s portfolio. Sager states Advanced Energy’s TEGAM brand is recognized for its industry-leading metrology and calibration technologies. Advanced Energy’s director, global distribution, Mark Adams, said: “Advanced Energy acquired TEGAM in 2021 to further our precision measurement capabilities and enhance our … Read more