Electronics

Isolated base power modules

Competitive characteristics

Available in six configurations (including dual diode, dual thyristor, and diode thyristor combinations), the company's new class of isolated-power-base power modules are suited to all applications requiring isolated base, phase control, and rectifier products. They are reportedly ideal for use in transportation and induction heating, as well as industrial installations. Four voltage ratings are available in each configuration: 1.3, 1.4, 1.6, and 1.8 kV. Westcode Semiconductorshttp://rbi.ims.ca/3849-614

Pressure transducer

Gauge and compound pressure

The Model 516 CVD type industrial OEM pressure transducer is designed to offer 0.5 percent accuracy, a gauge or compound pressure range from -14.7 to 6,000 psi, and a compensated temperature range of -5 to 180F. Featuring a proof pressure specification of 4X full scale with less than 1 percent zero shift, the transducer comes with a choice of voltage or current outputs over nearly any pressure range. Applications include pumps and compressors, hydraulic systems, industrial equipment, industrial engines, process applications, and off-highway vehicles. Setra Systems Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3849-615

Timing control devices

Produces low jitter

Offered in both XO (CCPD-033-034) and VCXO (CVPD-034) configurations, the LVPECL product line of timing control device is designed to meet today's requirements for +3.3V differential LVPECL applications. The clocks and VCXOs reportedly use HFF Mesa crystals to produce low jitter and low phase noise with no PLL multiplication. They are provided in standard 5- x 7-mm SMD packages and are available on 16-mm tape-and-reel in quantities of 100, 500, and 1,000 pcs. Crystek Crystals Corp.http://rbi.ims.ca/3849-616

Real-time extensions

For Windows and application software development tool suite

Version 6.0 of RTX includes new features and functionality that reportedly have capabilities to enhance development of embedded systems. It features APIC HAL support for uniprocessor and multiprocessor platforms, RTX USB 1.1/2.0 support, and deterministic memory allocation. APIC interrupt controller mode enables better overall system configuration management and more reliable performance, according to the company. VenturComhttp://rbi.ims.ca/3849-617

Surface mount inductors

Low profile

The DR331-7-8-9 series surface mount inductors reportedly provide reliable protection against challenging EMI problems in high-frequency filtering applications. Available in a wide range of inductance values, the products offer a compact and economical open-frame design with a seated profile as low as 0.115 inches. They are suited for high-density circuit board designs. Datatronic Distribution Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3849-618

Anamorphic prism pairs

Improves collimation

The company's anamorphic prism pairs reportedly expand a beam in only one dimension, circularizing the elliptical output from a diode. This is designed to improve collimation in both the X and Y planes, allowing diffraction-limited focusing. The prism pair provides 4.22X magnification in a design of 30-mm diameter. The mounted pair reportedly works optimally with the output from the company's structured light laser diode modules. Edmund Industrial Opticshttp://rbi.ims.ca/3849-619

Power supply

Wide input voltage range

Created as a complete power converter solution for 2-5 inch TFT LCD panels, the LTC3450 operates from an input voltage range of 1.5 to 4.6V. This is designed to enable the product to accommodate multicell alkaline/NiMH batteries, as well as single-cell Li-Ion. The device is comprised of a synchronous boost converter and three charge pumps that allow the product to operate at input voltages as low as 1.5V, according to the company. Linear Technologyhttp://rbi.ims.ca/3849-620

Optocouplers

Use in variety of systems

Reportedly the first optocouplers in standard plastic packaging that can achieve an operating temperature range of -55 to +110C, the devices are engineered to offer safe, optical connections between circuits in a variety of systems. Ideal applications include connections between ac adapters, power supplies, programmable logic controllers, and industrial automation to game consoles and PCs. The devices have been certified by several international safety regulatory agencies, including VDE, UL, and CSA. Vishay Intertechnology Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3849-621

Ultracapacitor

Reliable, lower cost

Created as the first ultracapacitor based on an industry standard form factor, the BCAP0350 D Cell BOOSTCAP^® is designed to provide users with a lower-cost, reliable, and standard-sized energy source and power delivery component for seamless and rapid integration. By standardizing its ultracapacitors, the company is reducing its manufacturing costs, hence lower cost to OEMs. The product reportedly offers more power and reliability to customers without significant investments and design time. There is also a 3:1 improvement in energy and power density when compared to the company's current BCAP0013, a 450-farad cell, according to the company. Maxwell Technologieshttp://rbi.ims.ca/3849-622

Electrical conduit

Halogen-free

The company's line of halogen-free, high/low temperature electrical conduit is engineered to offer resistance to abrasion, sunlight, temperature extremes, and various chemicals. Working temperatures range from -60 to +150C. The jacketed conduits provide the advantages of a flexible sealed raceway coupled with the strength of a metal core. Electri-Flex Co.http://rbi.ims.ca/3849-623

Connectors

New module design

Introduced as an addition to the company's range of D-sub connectors, the new modular design features a variety of changes to improve functionality and processing technology. The modular design reportedly makes it possible to generate virtually any number of variants at minimum expense. They are available in the standard mounting heights in accordance with DIN 41652 and CECC 75301-802. The nominal current is specified at 25A for the high-current contacts and 5A for the signal contacts. ERNI Electronicshttp://rbi.ims.ca/3849-624

I/O boards

Low-cost versions

The company has introduced two low-cost versions of the ZXE-UFE/104P I/O board. The ZXE-USB2.0/104P is a PC/104+ compatible interface board that offers four high-speed USB 2.0 ports for a 480 Mbit/sec data transfer rate. The ZXE-FWSB/104P is designed to provide two high-speed 400 Mbit/sec FireWire ports that also interface with the standard PCI bus. They are suited for applications with numerous optional peripheral devices and for OEM systems that will be field-upgraded with peripherals. Zendexhttp://rbi.ims.ca/3849-625

Sensors

No offset imbalance necessary

The CSNX series magnetoresistive current sensor uses an ASIC and the company's magnetoresistive magnetic sensor to reportedly provide extremely low offset drift of 3.2 ppm/C over temperatures from -40 to +85C. The desired result is a reportedly stable, repeatable, and accurate current measurement. The sensor is designed to work from a 5V dc supply, and can operate from either an internal or external voltage reference. This enables several sensors to be used without offset imbalance, according to the company. Honeywellhttp://rbi.ims.ca/3849-626

DC-DC converters

Delivers low 1.9V output

The 1.9V output dc-dc converter of the DVHF series is ideal for military and aerospace applications. It is reportedly the first converter to provide a 1.9V output while maintaining the full temperature range capability that is essential for use on newer aircraft, weapon, and other military and aerospace applications. Features include up to 8W of output power, very low output noise, fault tolerant magnetic feedback circuit, and high power density. Custom and radiation hardened versions are available. VPT Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3849-627

High voltage connector

With push-pull locking

The six-position, high-voltage, push-pull connector is designed for instrumentation and medical OEM electronics. It is designed for harsh environments, and is now available with six high voltage contacts, each having 3.5-kV operating voltage. Termination is soldercup on the plug side and PCB or soldercup on the receptacle side. The receptacle is potted for IP68 performance in unmated condition; the plug is rated IP68 when mated with the receptacle. ODU-USA Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3849-628

Spring pin connectors

Compact, highly durable

The company's line of spring pin connectors is engineered to allow users to reduce the size and weight of their designs while improving overall performance. Features include a long working stroke, multiple contact points, stable contact pressure, and excellent durability cycles. The connector features gold plating and all materials meet lead-free requirements. Yokowo America Corp.http://rbi.ims.ca/3849-630

Amplifiers

For precision signal conditioning

Designed for high-precision, power-sensitive applications requiring stability over time and temperature, the series of 12V, zero-drift operational amplifiers can be used in such applications as temperature measurement, medical instrumentation, precision strain gauges, and automotive systems, among others. The OPA734 and 735 families reportedly feature the industry's lowest supply current in the higher voltage power supply range. Texas Instrumentshttp://rbi.ims.ca/3849-629

Sensor

Quick calibration routine

The ATS643LSH is a two-wire sensor that is reportedly optimized to address the difficulties of transmission speed sensing, including withstanding dynamic changes in air gap while maintaining good duty cycle. The packaging concept is designed to integrate the magnet and a monolithic silicon IC, which are designed to provide peak performance. The product's quick calibration routine and signal processing also reportedly make speed sensing easier and more reliable. Allegro Microsystems Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3849-631

Product bulletin

Wide selection

The company's latest Product Bulletin details a variety of plastic battery holders, color-coded wire lead connection and PC mount screws and screw terminals, heavy duty and 30A terminals, and an assortment of machine screws. The multi-color brochure runs four pages and is reportedly complete with engineering drawings, product specifications, photos, and mounting details. The brochure is free and can be found at an authorized dealer or by writing to the company. Keystone Electronics Corp.http://rbi.ims.ca/3849-632

Dc/dc converters

Small size, low mass

Designed for low earth orbit satellites and launch vehicles, the AMA series (12W) and AMR series (30W) radiation-tolerant, high-reliability dc/dc converters are designed for extended operation in moderate radiation environments. They are standard, off-the-shelf, and proven units that reportedly solve the space industry's problems of lengthy design cycles and extensive design analysis requirements for custom units. The small size and low mass make them ideal for point-of-load regulators. International Rectifierhttp://rbi.ims.ca/3849-633

Flash disk standard

For embedded SBCs

The USB 2.0-based flash disk standard is designed for embedded single board computers and is built to enable board manufactures to design an optimal provision for internal USB flash disks. The new standard is viewed as a large step towards the adoption of USB in the SBC market. The product reportedly reduces the design cost and minimizes the risk by securing second sources for current and future products. M-Systems Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3849-634

I/O System

Easy to use USB interface

Featuring eight isolated 5-30V ac/dc digital input channels and eight form C SPDT relays, the USB-based digital I/O system has a 6A at 120V ac/28V dc relay contact rating. It includes a software library that is reportedly easy to use and has an example program that demonstrates how to use the interface library. The product also features integral screw terminals with strain relief. It is completely plug-and-play. Measurement Computinghttp://rbi.ims.ca/3849-635

Coaxial cables

For wireless applications

As part of the company's line of Radio Frequency (RF) coaxial cables, the RF500 and RF600 cables are designed as large, low-loss, 50-O cables for superior transmission quality and reliability. They reportedly meet industry size standards with diameters of 0.5 inches (RF500) and 0.59 inches (RF600). They are meant to be rugged, yet lightweight, and ideal for the demanding requirements of wireless protocols. Belden Electronics Div.http://rbi.ims.ca/3849-636

Flat panel display interface

Enables superior image quality

Reportedly the industry's first fully integrated analog interface to operate over the industrial temperature range of -40 to +85C, the AD9883A is designed to provide superior image quality in rugged environments that require wider temperature ranges and robust design features. Applications include automotive and aerospace, where displays are forced to operate in taxing environments. It is optimized for XGA and SXGA LCD displays, HDTV, and Advanced TV applications. Analog Deviceshttp://rbi.ims.ca/3849-637

Terminal block

SMT-compatible

The MKDS family of one-piece, high temperature, SMT-compatible PCB terminal blocks can reportedly be integrated into SMT manufacturing processes for improved cost savings. The series is available with pin spacings of 3.5, 3.81, 5.0, and 5.08 mm, and with wires from #30 - #12 AWG. The products reportedly allow parts to be easily integrated into surface mount production processes, eliminating hand soldering. Phoenix Contacthttp://rbi.ims.ca/3849-638

Optical sensor pair

With dc drive current

The OPB100 is a standard optical emitter/phototransistor pair with dc drive current and variable distance sensing up to 1m. It was engineered to allow circuit designers to specify an emitter/phototransistor sensor with the capability to operate at a custom distance for the cost of a standard sensor. It is ideal for applications requiring a special slotted switch where standard spacing can't be used, or for long distance sensing. The product reportedly exhibits excellent electrical characteristics with no vibration issues. Optek Technology Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3849-639

Radio solution

Digital and analog interfaces to cellular broadband

POLARIS^® TOTAL RADIO^™ transceiver solution is designed to provide handset manufacturers an integrated radio solution in a small form factor that helps reduce component count and total cost while providing superior radio performance. It reportedly achieves better than -109 dBm receive sensitivity in the low bands, and better than -108 dBm in the high bands. It features a unique fractional N-based modulation architecture, which reduces transmit power consumption by approximately 30-50 percent, according to the company. RF Micro Deviceshttp://rbi.ims.ca/3849-640

Data acquisition modules

Low cost, fast scan rate

Reportedly able to provide eight channels of single-ended analog input with ±10V range and 10-bit resolution, the DI-148 series of data acquisition modules also provide six channels of digital I/O. The series consists of two units–Serial port (RS-232) and USB–and both feature a built-in channel scan list and what's reported as the fastest scan rate in their class. They are housed in a plastic enclosure that measures 66 x 66 x 28 mm. Dataq Instrumentshttp://rbi.ims.ca/3849-641

Tutorial CD

Free tutorial on measurement methods

The company has released a tutorial CD that contains a collection of its online seminars on measurement methods. Free of charge, it is designed to offer useful and practical techniques for obtaining the most accurate and precise measurements possible. Seminars on the CD include 4 Steps to Precision Measurement, How to Get the Most from Your Low Current Measurement Instruments, and How to Make Sensitive DC Measurements. The seminars are the archived versions of the original broadcasts. Keithley Instrumentshttp://rbi.ims.ca/3849-642

Electrical contact

With low contact resistance

The dual inline springwire contact features two coaxial springwire contact areas that are in parallel with each other, resulting in extremely low total contact resistance values. Typical contact resistance is in the single-digit micro ohms, according to the company; it reportedly offers several 100,000 mating cycles. Applications include industrial power distribution systems, electric propulsion, battery backup, and industrial electric drives. ODU-USA Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3849-643