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Until now it hadn‘t been possible to connect power cables to field wireable M12 connectors because the clamps were limited to a maximum cross section of 0,75 mm² and an outlet diameter of 8 mm. Now the new straight and angled versions can clamp a 1,5 mm² cross section without and with ferrules and the … Read more
Built on GaAIAs Surface Emitter and MQW Technologies, High-Speed Devices Offer Radiant Intensity to 82 mW/sr Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. is broadening its optoelectronics portfolio with the introduction of two new 940 nm high-speed infrared emitting diodes in compact 3.2 mm by 2.51 mm by 1.2 mm clear SMD side-view packages. Based on GaAIAs surface emitter … Read more
Harting has introduced a 2.54 mm pitch version of its har-flexicon miniature rapid-connection system for printed-circuit boards incorporating surface-mount devices. har-flexicon is tailored to the market demand for screwless rapid termination technology and economical processing for miniature electronic assemblies. It is designed to be compatible with SMT and reflow soldering processes as well as with … Read more
Sensors are based on Hall Effect technology and are clock-spring free to support cableless transmission of power and output signals Bourns, Inc., a leading manufacturer and supplier of electronic components, today announced additions to its new non-contacting torque sensors optimized for electric power assisted steering (EPAS) automotive applications. The new models include Bourns’ torque-only sensor … Read more
Findings from a recent IPC North American printed circuit board (PCB) statistical program indicate that the book-to-bill ratio has stayed strong for the sixth consecutive month. This is an indication that recovery from nearly a two-year slump may be starting. IPC director of market research, Sharon Starr, explained: “PCB sales and orders have been … Read more
AVX Corporation, a leading manufacturer of advanced passive components and interconnect solutions, has added several new high temperature varistors to its radial leaded TransGuard® Automotive Series. Based on AVX’s patented multilayer varistor (MLV) technology, the new components are rated for -55°C to +150°C, qualified to AEC-Q200, and feature a robust construction that enables sustained peak … Read more
In addition to several application examples for its new energy-harvesting wireless switch designed for house and building technology applications, Cherry is showing another highlight at this years’ Electronica together with its partner NXP: With Cherry’s energy-harvesting wireless switch it is now possible to switch on and off lamps without detour! With the JN5168 wireless microcontroller … Read more
The recent acquisition of UK?based Briton EMS by US electronics manufacturing provider OSI has opened a new door for developing electronic products in the UK, with strong IP?protection and close links to low-cost Far East manufacturing. “It means intellectual property is kept in the UK while the product is undergoing development and pre-production trialling,” says … Read more
