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Nexperia’s Latest MOSFET Targets Load-switch and Hot-swap Applications

Nexperia’s Latest MOSFET Targets Load-switch and Hot-swap Applications

This article examines the PSMNR51-25YLH and discusses MOSFET drain-source leakage current.


News Feb 18, 2020 by Robert Keim
TI Introduces First 500 mW Isolated DC-DC Converter IC with Integrated Transformer

TI Introduces First 500 mW Isolated DC-DC Converter IC with Integrated Transformer

The UCC12050 accepts input voltages ranging from 4.5 V to 5.5 V and features 5.0 V or 3.3 V outputs.


News Feb 12, 2020 by Gary Elinoff
Understanding DC Motor Operation Modes and Speed Regulation Techniques

Understanding DC Motor Operation Modes and Speed Regulation Techniques

DC motors are ubiquitous machines found in a variety of electronic equipment used in various applications.


News Feb 04, 2020 by Ikimi .O
Flyback Converter from ROHM Simplifies Isolation Applications

Flyback Converter from ROHM Simplifies Isolation Applications

The BD7J200 has a wide input voltage range and does not require an external MOSFET.


News Feb 03, 2020 by Robert Keim
Synchronous Demodulation Using Analog Multipliers vs. Switch-based Multipliers

Synchronous Demodulation Using Analog Multipliers vs. Switch-based Multipliers

In this article, we’ll look at the pros and cons of using a switch-based multiplier.


Infineon Technologies Smart High-Side Power Switch | New Product Brief

Infineon Technologies Smart High-Side Power Switch | New Product Brief

This New Product Brief (NPB) is part of a video series highlighting the features, applications, and technical specs of newly-released products.


New Relay from OMRON Offers Compact, Solid-State Switching

New Relay from OMRON Offers Compact, Solid-State Switching

The G3VM-21MT measures 5 mm by 3.75 mm and can supply continuous load current up to 200 mA.


News Jan 27, 2020 by Robert Keim
Silanna Semiconductor’s Active Clamp Flyback Controllers Combine Four ACF Subsystems

Silanna Semiconductor’s Active Clamp Flyback Controllers Combine Four ACF Subsystems

The SZ1101 (33W) and SZ1105 (65W) incorporate four key ACF subsystems to simply design and reduce BOM count.


News Jan 16, 2020 by Gary Elinoff
Historical Engineers: James Clerk Maxwell, Founder of the Electromagnetic Theory

Historical Engineers: James Clerk Maxwell, Founder of the Electromagnetic Theory

A pioneer of electromagnetism, James C. Maxwell redefined how mathematicians—and students—have approached both quantum mechanics and special relativity.


News Jan 04, 2020 by Tyler Charboneau
Historical Engineers: Harvey C. Nathanson Leaves Legacy as the Father of MEMS

Historical Engineers: Harvey C. Nathanson Leaves Legacy as the Father of MEMS

On November 22, Harvey C. Nathanson passed away, leaving a legacy as the father of the first MEMS device.


News Dec 07, 2019 by Robin Mitchell
Littelfuse AF0100 Arc Flash Relay | Tech Specs

Littelfuse AF0100 Arc Flash Relay | Tech Specs

This episode of Tech Specs is part of a video series highlighting the features, applications, and technical specs of newly-released products.


new products Dec 04, 2019 by TTI, Inc
ROHM Touts 200V Schottky Diodes for Ultra-Low Leakage Current

ROHM Touts 200V Schottky Diodes for Ultra-Low Leakage Current

The latest line of RBxx8 Schottky diodes is able to withstand 200V forward voltage while their predecessor was able to withstand up to 150V.


News Nov 20, 2019 by Robin Mitchell
GaN Systems and ON Semi Develop Half-Bridge Evaluation Board to Drive GaN Power Switches

GaN Systems and ON Semi Develop Half-Bridge Evaluation Board to Drive GaN Power Switches

The new evaluation board simplifies the process of evaluating gallium nitride-based, half-bridge or full-bridge power supplies.


News Nov 11, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Diodes Incorporated Reveals 2A Load Switch Aimed to Improve High-Side Load Switch Reliability

Diodes Incorporated Reveals 2A Load Switch Aimed to Improve High-Side Load Switch Reliability

The AP22913 features slew-rate control and true reverse-current blocking for single-channel load switching.


News Oct 25, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Silicon Labs Debuts Si834x Family of Isolated Smart Switches for Industrial Applications

Silicon Labs Debuts Si834x Family of Isolated Smart Switches for Industrial Applications

The new SiLabs units aim at the PLCs, relay drivers, and servo motor controllers employed in industrial automation.


News Aug 30, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Industrial Robotics Roundup: Articulated vs. SCARA vs. Cartesian Robots

Industrial Robotics Roundup: Articulated vs. SCARA vs. Cartesian Robots

From the typical pick-and-place down to the high-precision cobots, industrial robotics are changing rapidly.


News Aug 26, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Radiall Single Pole Power Connectors | New Product Brief

Radiall Single Pole Power Connectors | New Product Brief

This New Product Brief (NPB) is part of a video series highlighting the features, applications, and technical specs of newly-released products.


3D Printing Electronic Components? Nano Dimension Releases DragonFly LDM Manufacturing Platform

3D Printing Electronic Components? Nano Dimension Releases DragonFly LDM Manufacturing Platform

DragonFly LDM extends the scope of 3D printing to the unattended, low-volume manufacturing of electronic circuitry.


News Jul 29, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Linear Technology/Analog Devices Micropower Isolated Flyback Converters | Featured Product Spotlight

Linear Technology/Analog Devices Micropower Isolated Flyback Converters | Featured Product Spotlight

This operates from inputs up to 600V and doesn’t require an optoisolator to regulate the output.


Vesper Releases New MEMS VM3000 Microphone

Vesper Releases New MEMS VM3000 Microphone

Vesper has announced their first piezoelectric digital MEMS microphone for audio applications in voice recognition.


News Jul 26, 2019 by Robin Mitchell