Frequency control delivered fast
RFX Group has agreed a global distribution agreement with Digi-Key Electronics which will sell RFX’s full range of precision low phase noise OCXOs and PLL oscillators. A previous recipient of a Queen’s Award for Innovation, RFX’s products are used in applications including GPS satellite navigation systems, satellite positioning systems, mobile…
Future of HDMI connectors
PEI-Genesis’ European director of product and purchasing, Shaun Findley, explores the evolution of HDMI connectors and how they can be used in harsh environments while maintaining operational performance. Using high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) connectors to transmit audio and video data at high speeds is the basis of modern entertainment and…
Euroquartz launches new UK manufactured range of high frequency ultra-low jitter voltage-controlled crystal oscillators
Frequency control specialist, Euroquartz has launched a new range of UK manufactured surface mount voltage-controlled crystal oscillators (VCXO) offering high frequency outputs with ultra-low phase jitter performance. The new EG_JF series offers frequencies from 15 to 2100MHz for CMOS, LVPECL, LVDS and CML differential outputs and 15 to 700MHz for…
Making Sense About Sensors: Essential Questions to Ask Before Selecting Sensors for Your Design
You’ll need sensors to complete your new appliance, building automation product, or automated manufacturing system. You may need customization for a specific sensor assembly. While price and delivery are critical decision factors, other considerations determine a successful sensor selection. Here are some essential facts about your sensor choices and four…
How to prepare for market disruptions
Farnell’s regional sales director Northern Europe, Mathew Thorpe, explains how forensic planning and preparation lay the groundwork for reliable supply in volatile markets. While the electronics industry was worried about Brexit, the effects on supply chains was minimal. The Coronavirus pandemic was a different story. The sector was hit by:…
Keep a close eye on quality
In this article, Vision Engineering’s Sarah Eagles introduces the benefits of microscope-based inspection, from component goods-in to dispatch of finished PCB assemblies. Visual inspection is an essential tool in the inspector’s toolbox, with visual comparisons against a ‘golden board’ extremely useful. The simplest form of MVI is the naked eye….
