Fuse optimized for high voltage EV applications
Bourns has announced a new POWrFuse high power fuse model series. The PF-K series is designed to meet ISO8820-8 standards for the protection of high-voltage accessory circuits in electric and hybrid electric vehicles. These circuits are found in a variety of applications including electrical energy storage, battery disconnect units and…
Tips and tools to quickly find alternatives
Digi-Key Electronics’ digital product owner, Cody Walseth, introduces purchasing professionals to the company’s tools and services designed to help them source alternative parts Rapid changes in electronic components and availability have always been a challenge for our industry, especially for procurement professionals. However, with shortages and supply chain constraints over…
The Electric Vehicle Revolution
The future is electric. Our vehicles will soon be less reliant on fossil fuels in response to the world’s need to lessen its carbon footprint. Global warming is knocking on our very doors, and this is one response to it. Many countries pledged to help alleviate the carbon load across…
Compact switches benefit from short travel
Panasonic Industry is introducing a new series of durable thin type SMD tactile switches for miniaturized applications requiring a switch with a short travel distance for extremely quick output. The compact, robust EVP-BT series switches benefit from a low 4.3mm profile height, sharp tactile feel, low contact resistance and small…
Sidestepping the demographic pyramid
Over recent weeks I’ve had the pleasure of attending a number of engineering exhibitions and working on the production of over thirty Executive Forecast features across the North American and UK editions of Electronics Sourcing. Every conversation and interaction offered a unique perspective of what we can expect in 2023,…
Ensuring supply chain resilience
Review Display Systems poses an important question: given supply chain constraints, what should procurement professionals consider when sourcing electronic displays? During challenging business and market conditions it is essential to develop and ensure supply chain resilience. The global economy and manufacturing industries have been severely challenged by a multitude of…
